Michael Gaines is a seasoned advocate with over 40 years of dedicated service to children and families in need of mental health assistance. His passion for helping others has led him to provide a comprehensive range of services that truly meet the diverse needs of his clients. Recognized by the Office of Juvenile Justice, the Department of Children and Family Services, and Family Roads, Michael's expertise is rooted in effective clinical practices. He has successfully established Parenting and Fathering Models which have positively influenced both local and broader service delivery in Louisiana.<br /> <br /> Michael's extensive training, coupled with his life experiences, allows him to offer comfort and guidance to individuals, couples, and families facing tumultuous times. He adheres to best practice standards, leveraging approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Treatment, Positive Parenting Programming, and Christian-Based Model Marriage Counseling. <br /> <br /> For more than four decades, Michael Gaines Counseling Service has been a pillar of support in the community, standing by those during some of life's most challenging moments. With a steadfast belief that family is the cornerstone of resilience, his practice is devoted to helping families build and reinforce solid foundations, no matter how fragmented life may seem.

Chalonda Hollins is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, as well as a Certified School Social Work Specialist. With 24 years of experience, she has passionately worked with individuals across various age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and elders. Chalonda's approach to therapy is centered on empowerment, advocacy, and education, guiding her clients toward achieving their personal goals. She specializes in addressing a diverse range of issues, such as behavioral disorders, anxiety, depression, school-related challenges, and the aftermath of abuse and neglect. Additionally, Chalonda has substantial experience in mood disorders, childhood disorders, and anger management, as well as providing support through Emotional Distress and Employee Assistance Programs. Committed to fostering growth and development, she also offers clinical supervision to master’s level social workers pursuing licensure, ensuring the next generation of professionals are equipped for their journeys in mental health care.

Gwendolyn Jackson, the founder of Grace Health & Wellness, LLC, is a dedicated Licensed Therapist with over forty years of experience in providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her mission is to address challenging emotions and behaviors that may hinder individual or family well-being. With a primary focus on healing emotional wounds stemming from childhood trauma, Gwendolyn specializes in supporting survivors of physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and other forms of child maltreatment. Her deep insight empowers her to motivate and counsel survivors, fostering resilience through individual, group, and family therapy. Recognizing the complex dynamics that can arise from childhood trauma, including potential patterns of adult abuse, Gwendolyn is committed to promoting total healing, wholeness, and wellness for her clients. Through her trauma-focused and strength-based approaches, she strives to create a safe, supportive environment for personal growth and recovery.

Daronda Lathan, a seasoned therapist at Generations Individual and Family Treatment Services, LLC, dedicates herself to fostering healthy families and bridging kinship gaps. With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, her mission is to help individuals, couples, and families live their best lives. She welcomes clients from all walks of life, offering specialized support to victims of trauma and abuse, as well as those grappling with depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders such as ADHD and ODD. Daronda adeptly addresses relationship struggles, Employee Assistance Program concerns, grief, and offers training in coping and social skills alongside anger management. Her practice provides comprehensive treatment options including both school and traditional office services. Additionally, she facilitates teen groups, anger management sessions, marital counseling, and parenting classes. With a focus on accessibility, Daronda also offers telehealth appointments, extending her reach to those in need of guidance.