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We have a dedicated team of virtual coaches and clinicians who are invested in your journey to becoming your best self! Together we have a variety of specialities, valuable years of experience & training, and genuine passion for people as the experts of their lives. The added bonus? Our individual services are 100% virtual and meet you right where you are.

⇒ Alongside you as the driver, our role is to join you in the passenger seat to explore strategies and tools to help you feel more in control.

⇒ We’re here to be a non-judgmental ear while offering guidance, support, and a safe space in your natural environment.

⇒ We specialize in supporting through challenging life transitions & mental health concerns through culturally responsive care.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Organizational Wellness Services

Melissa Douglass, LCSW

Clinical Therapist & Wellness Consultant
She/Her

Licensed in: Missouri #2016031528

My goal as the leader of GDC is three-fold:

To increase access to diverse clinical professionals within marginalized communities
To improve workplace culture and well-being for helping professionals serving in non-profits
To enhance community and development throughout the clinical career path for students through experienced clinicians

EXPERIENCE: 10+ post-graduate years of diverse social, clinical, and leadership experience in non-profit, government, psychiatric hospital and education settings

SERVICES: Group Wellness Workshops, Professional Development Training, Individual Staff & Leadership Wellness Coaching

CJ Jones, LCSW

Clinical Therapist & Lead Trainer
All Pronouns

Licensed in: Missouri #2021030248

My goal in leadership within GDC is:

To increase access through partnerships & collaboration
To create effective systems and support our team in providing exceptional quality care to our clientele
To enhance community and avenues for wellness for helping professionals and those with multiple marginalized identities

EXPERIENCE: Years of diverse social work and clinical experience in non-profit settings, supervision & therapy for therapists

SERVICES: Group Wellness Workshops, Professional Development Training, Individual Staff & Leadership Wellness Coaching

Asha Clark, LPC

Associate Therapist & Trainer
She/Her

Licensed in: Illinois #178.017850

My goal in leadership within GDC is:

To ensure high quality client care
To develop and nurture relationships through networking
To enhance community based education through social engagement, facilitation, and training

EXPERIENCE: Years of diverse experience in mental health counseling, community based access and resource equity, perinatal support to moms and families.

SERVICES: Group Wellness Workshops, Professional Development Training, Individual Staff & Leadership Wellness Coaching

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CLINICAL TEAM

Missouri

Sherry Spann, LPC

Clinical Therapist She/Her

"My goal as I partner with you on your wellness journey is to encourage you to have self love and self compassion in everything you do"

License #202401829

Ages served: Teens age 13+ & adults

Insurance accepted: Self-pay only (insurances in progress)

Self-pay rate: $150/session (limited sliding scale)

Specialties: Life transitions, identity & esteem, stress management, grief

When we experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for our lives to unravel. My passion is to bring healing to people who have been through a stressful experience. I help my clients find healthy insights so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, healthy, and whole.

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Joslyn Wallace, LMSW

Associate Therapist She/Her

"My goal as I partner with you on your wellness journey is to be just that, your partner."

License #2023002802 under supervision of Ingrid Smith, LCSW

Ages served: Teens age 13+ & adults

Insurance accepted: Cigna & Aetna

Self-pay rate: $125/session (limited sliding scale)

Specialties: Life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief

Our stories include every aspect of us from the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. I support my clients in taking the steps to embrace where they are currently in life; while pursuing where they want to be. I am excited to collaborate with you and I am honored to be a part of your story.

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Shanice Smith, LMSW

Associate Therapist She/Her

"My goal as I partner with you on your wellness journey is to be your support system and a listening ear."

License #2024019204 under supervision of Ralph Smith, LCSW

Ages served: Teens age 13+ & adults

Insurance accepted: Cigna & Aetna

Self-pay rate: $125/session (limited sliding scale)

Specialties: Anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal ideation/self harm, sexual/domestic abuse

I empathize with feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and even self doubt. I truly believe everyone deserves the right to heal and I look forward to supporting you so you can begin living the life you want to live.

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Illinois

LaVesea Clardy, LPC

Associate Therapist She/Her

"My goal as I partner with you on your wellness journey to guide and support you in becoming the best version of yourself."

License #178.017994 under supervision of Ingrid Smith, LCSW

Ages served: Teens age 13+ & adults

Insurance accepted: none; self-pay only

Self-pay rate: $125/session (limited sliding scale)

Specialties: anxiety, depression, teen support, parenting support

My story is rooted in peace, healing and self-awareness as I empathize with feelings of self doubt, fear, failure, and anxiety. Always remember, in order to be good to others you must first be good to yourself.

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COACHING TEAM

Nationwide

Janaye Hill, BA

Graduate Intern
She/Her

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Meet The Team (FINAL)

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Organizational Wellness Services

Melissa Douglass, LCSW

CJ Jones, LCSW

Asha Clark, LPC

CLINICAL TEAM

Missouri

Sherry Spann, LPC

Joslyn Wallace, LMSW

Shanice Smith, LMSW

Illinois

LaVesea Clardy, LPC

COACHING TEAM

Nationwide

Janaye Hill, BA

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