Guiding Light Therapeutic Services is a distinguished private counseling practice led by a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Social Worker, serving clients across Maryland, New York, and the District of Columbia. This practice is dedicated to empowering individuals and families in their journey to overcome challenges such as anger, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Emphasizing a holistic approach, Guiding Light Therapeutic Services focuses on the whole person, addressing personal, environmental, and systemic factors that contribute to life's difficulties. Specializing in supporting adults during times of adjustment, the practice equips clients with essential skills to enhance self-esteem, improve coping strategies, and foster effective communication. Additionally, Guiding Light has a proven track record of assisting adults facing crises, including issues with concentration, irritability, and poor listening skills. The team's collaborative spirit ensures that clients receive personalized guidance tailored to their unique experiences and needs.

Journey of Hope is a place of healing and recovery, where individuals can take a crucial step towards their well-being. The challenges of life can often feel overwhelming, but clients are assured that they are not alone in their journey. Journey, a Licensed Professional Counselor, embraces a person-centered approach to therapy, creating a warm and non-judgmental environment that fosters support and renewal. With a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings, Journey has empowered countless individuals facing a diverse array of mental health issues, including bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and more. Drawing from a range of therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Christian Counseling, Journey tailors each therapeutic experience to meet the unique needs of clients. Committed to being culturally sensitive and trauma-informed, Journey is dedicated to helping clients regain their strength and hope. The welcoming doors of Journey of Hope are always open, ready to guide you on your path towards healing and growth.

Demitri Kornegay is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of a sometimes senseless world. He believes that understanding life is akin to reading a roadmap; it involves recognizing one’s current position, envisioning the destination, and charting a course to get there. With specialties in culturally conscious coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and rational emotive behavioral therapy, Demitri provides a nurturing space where clients can explore their present circumstances and identify their aspirations. Together with his clients, he facilitates honest discussions and structured strategies through meaningful assignments, guiding them toward their desired outcomes.

Dr. Tricialand Hilliard is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, holding an EdD and certifications as an LCPC and NBCC. She specializes in helping adults, preteens, and children overcome behavioral issues, anxiety, and trauma. With a rich tapestry of therapeutic approaches including Positive Psychology, Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused therapy, Dr. Hilliard is dedicated to guiding her clients through their unique challenges. Her mission is to support individuals in their healing journeys, ensuring each step of the process is handled with care and empathy. She believes that everyone has the potential to build a healthy and fulfilling life. By partnering with her clients, Dr. Hilliard empowers them to take the first step toward transformation, making their own decisions along this essential journey of self-discovery. Together, they work to navigate the complexities of life and foster the growth necessary for positive change.

Latonia Laffitte, BC-TMH, offers a compassionate and safe environment for individuals facing life's challenges. Specializing in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, she provides developmentally and culturally appropriate treatment that empowers clients to navigate their emotions and behaviors. With expertise spanning children, adolescents, adults, and elders, Latonia focuses on holistic approaches to therapy, catering to individuals, groups, and families. Her services include coping skills, life coaching, anger management, and support for grief and loss. Recognizing the unique needs of military personnel, veterans, and their families, Latonia is knowledgeable in the reintegration and transition processes, ensuring that each client's needs are met with sensitivity and care.

Strong Life Counseling employs a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Strength-Based approach to support clients. This practice emphasizes the significant role of thoughts and their impact on emotions and behaviors, championing the belief that negative feelings arise from thoughts rather than external events. The therapy process encourages individuals to identify, evaluate, and rectify dysfunctional beliefs that may hinder their well-being. CBT is structured as a collaborative journey between therapist and client, often incorporating practical assignments for real-world application. Strong Life Counseling is dedicated to the belief that every individual possesses inherent resilience and the potential to heal, leading them toward a fulfilling life. With extensive experience in guiding individuals and groups through a myriad of issues, they particularly excel in areas such as trauma, addiction, and behavioral challenges, providing culturally sensitive support tailored to meet the unique needs of preteens, children, teens, and adults.

Carrin Brown is a dedicated Professional Counselor based in Maryland, committed to guiding her clients toward living an abundant life and realizing their best selves. With a unique blend of spirituality and a solid clinical foundation, Carrin believes that healing is attainable for everyone. Utilizing Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she empowers her clients to discover strength and joy in their minds, recognizing that each person has a distinct identity and individual needs that require custom-tailored support and care. Under the supervision of Shanelle Clay, M.A., LPC (DC, PA & MN), NCC, ACS, BC-TMHI, Carrin specializes in working with youth and adolescents, addressing self-esteem issues, anxiety, and stress. Her extensive experience spans individuals, families, and groups, reflecting her belief that everyone has the potential to thrive both physically and mentally through dedication, faith, and perseverance. Together, clients can embark on the journey toward becoming their best selves.

Melba Calderon is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, LCSW-C, dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages, including children, teens, and adults. With a focus on culturally sensitive therapy, Melba specializes in addressing issues such as depression, behavioral challenges, and the complexities of immigration and life transitions. She employs a diverse range of therapeutic techniques, including Positive Psychology, Art Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Melba provides a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their feelings and work toward personal growth. She is currently managing a waiting list but is eager to welcome new clients into their healing journey as space becomes available.

I am Chevon Mathews, a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in DC and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland (LCPC). My passion lies in enhancing lives through the various dimensions of mental health. I firmly believe that being informed, demonstrating perseverance, fostering social supports, and thorough preparation are crucial elements in achieving personal growth and healing. With over five years in the helping profession, I utilize a diverse array of interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support my clients in effectively coping with their challenges. I have a specific focus on working with children aged 0-18, firefighters, paramedics, and returning citizens. My extensive training encompasses areas such as trauma, complicated grief, expressive play, and substance use, allowing me to provide individualized and group counseling that enhances the overall wellness of my clients and facilitates healthy processing. It is my deepest desire to guide everyone I encounter on their journey toward becoming their best selves.

Caira Neal is a dedicated Licensed Counselor in the District of Columbia, holding credentials as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and currently under the Supervision of Chevon Mathews, M.A., LPC, LCPC, NCC. With a deep passion for enhancing the lives of others, Caira focuses on fostering personal growth and facilitating transformative change through innovative learning and flexible thinking. Her practice emphasizes self-acceptance, personal competence, and the full realization of human potential, fostering a seamless connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Caira utilizes a variety of effective interventions, including Multicultural Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy, and she possesses specialized skills in culturally competent individual and group counseling. Caira specializes in addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, and trauma. She believes that therapy is a lifelong commitment to healing and feels honored to accompany her clients on their journey toward a happier and more fulfilling life. Caira inspires those she works with to remember, 'let your life prove the change in your heart.' Additionally, she offers Tele-Therapy services, making her support accessible to a wider audience.

Ericka Nelson, a Licensed Professional Counselor (MA, LPC, LCPC, NCC), understands that many individuals embark on a wandering journey through life, often grappling with uncertainty about the next steps to take. Some may encounter detours that alter their path, while others may face pitfalls that disrupt their course entirely. In such moments, seeking the assistance of a counselor can provide the guidance necessary to navigate these challenges. Ericka serves as a GPS system for her clients, helping to review past experiences and equipping them with tools that empower self-guidance towards their desired destinations. With a unique blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt, and Solution-Focused Therapy methods, Ericka creates a relaxed, warm, and inviting atmosphere where clients feel safe to express themselves openly. Although this journey may be difficult, clients do not have to traverse it alone; they remain in the driver’s seat, while Ericka is honored to accompany them, offering valuable guidance. Through her expertise, she supports clients facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, and codependency, among others, tailored for preteens, teens, and adults alike.

Kehinde Olugbade, a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), recognizes that life’s stressors and challenges can impede individuals from reaching their ultimate goals. She understands that unresolved issues from the past can prevent the creation of a healthy future, not just for oneself but also for the people around them. Kehinde emphasizes the importance of increasing insight and awareness regarding these challenges and their impact on life, as this is essential for fostering positive changes. Utilizing a variety of interventions, including a person-centered approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Strength-Based strategies, Kehinde assists her clients in achieving their goals. Her therapeutic style is eclectic and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client, as she believes they are the experts in their own lives. By fostering a safe and non-judgmental space for healing, Kehinde encourages clients to summon the strength to seek help, instilling confidence in their ability to initiate change. With a commitment to client-centered therapy, she stands ready to guide those on their journey of self-discovery and growth through virtual sessions.

Katherine Reinckens is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in the District of Columbia and a National Certified School Counselor. Since 2016, she has been dedicated to providing therapy in the District, where she has gained extensive knowledge and a strong commitment to leadership and adaptability, ensuring clients receive the best support. Katherine has experience working with youth, adolescents, and young adults within the urban community, emphasizing crisis management and mental health initiatives. She fosters meaningful therapeutic relationships with clients and their families and employs diverse therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, person-centered, and child-centered play therapy to help clients achieve their personal goals. Katherine believes that every individual possesses a voice worthy of being heard, free from judgment or shame, and feels honored to guide clients on their personal journeys towards healing and self-discovery.