Susan Macey , PhD, LPC, CNC
Clinical Director of the Center for Counseling Families and Manager of Supervision. She is an expert in obesity and trauma-related stressors, forensic evaluations, and immigration waivers. Dr. Macey uses a multifaceted approach to counseling, drawing from theoretical approaches such as cognitive behavioral theory, rapid resolution for trauma, and neuro-linguistic programming for lasting change. As a certified integrative nutritionist, Dr. Macey believes that nutrition is a cornerstone for healing the body and the mind.
Dr. Macey's research includes coping styles and weight loss surgery outcomes, and she is working on a study that measures mental health improvements as well as performance improvements over time using biologically correct lighting. Her past experiences include the chief wellness officer for Antrospheres, an organization dedicated to improving the wellbeing of employees through well-building and employee initiatives. She has worked with area schools, community municipals, as well as the Navy, Marine Corps, and the United Negro Foundation.
As an author and speaker, Dr. Macey has taught workshops and seminars for organizations both nationally and internationally. Her book Powerful Process, Positive Outcome is due out early 2017. Dr. Macey has authored workshops such as The Psychology of Overeating, Chatter that Doesn’t Matter, and Powerful Process, Positive Outcome. Her current book Keeping Weight off Forever and Card Deck The Art of Possibility are available on Amazon.
Areas of Forensic Evaluations and Assessment: Immigration Evaluations, Adoption Evaluations, Bariatric Clearances and Medical Evaluations,
Tammy Pruitt LCSW: Superpower: Kaleidoscope eye sight. Situations are not always black and white, with kaleidoscope vision she is able to see the nuances of situations more clearly. After earning her Master's of Social Work from Gallaudet University in 1999, Tammy worked with individuals who were deaf, hard of hearing, and other disabilities. Her expertise is in the area of grief & loss, death & dying, and transitional l life changes due to aging. Her experience also includes working with LGBT issues such as gender dysphoria and sexual identity issues. trauma work and high-risk behaviors, self harm and addiction. She employs a holistic method of working with mind, body, and spirit which includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma resolution. Her goal is to assist clients to learn the skills necessary to navigate life's journey.
Medora Frazier: LPC (Doctorial Candidate)
Superpower: Pain Eraser. The ability to help people live joyously in the here and now. Medora currently attends Howard University pursuing her PhD in Neuropsychology. She attended the University of Maryland Eastern Shore earning her master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. She has experience working with adolescents and adults addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, trauma, and identity development and formation. Her treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness based cognitive therapy.
Resident Therapists: A resident therapist has a provisional license and is a post graduate therapist completing clinical hours under supervision. All residents have completed up to two years of clinical experience prior to joining our team. They have a plethora of clinical experiences, backgrounds, therapy insights, and knowledge.
Lesly Fuentes: MS, LPC-R
Superpower: Empathic Powers: The ability to genuinely understand and share the feelings of another person.
Lesly earned her master's from George Mason University, and her undergraduate in Early Childhood Development and Special Education from George Mason University. She works for the Arlington School system and specializes in youth, families, adults, and couples counseling. Lesly utilizes effective evidence based theoretical approaches that include play therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma informed practices. She has experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and relationship issues. Her therapy approach includes empowering her clients to identify their strengths and be encouraged to be the best version of themselves.
Philip Richards: MSW, LCSW-R
Superpower: Teleportation: The ability to travel and help those in need quickly and swiftly. I value family and this superpower would allow me to visit my family at the drop of a hat.
Richard attended Eastern Kentucky University where he played football. He completed his master’s program for Clinical Social Work at Howard University. His counseling experience includes working with clients of all ages. He specializes in anxiety, depression, sports psychology, and behavioral issues. As a therapist he uses a strength-based approach to therapy. His therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral based interventions as well as active play therapy. Phillip is high-energy and brings that enthusiasm to his counseling sessions. He empowers his clients to achieve their goals, enhance their resiliency, and improve their overall wellbeing.
Rebecca Leung: MA, LCSW-R
Superpower: Pattern-recognition. Rebecca finds patterns within chaos and rhythm in daily living.
Rebecca's educational journey includes a master's degree in social work from George Mason University, a master's in business administration from Harvard University, and a bachelor of science from UC Berkeley. She works with youth, families, adults, individuals with substance use concerns, and couples. She supports clients who experience depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use challenges, and those seeking to enhance life skills and relationships. Rebecca employs a holistic and collaborative therapeutic approach, integrating both mind and body, while drawing upon evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and family systems therapy to engage, empower, and support her clients.
Sandra Dhanilal: MA, LPC-R (Doctorial Candidate)
Superpower: The ability to open your mind so you can discover the great powers within yourself. Sandra believes everyone has great powers. Her goal is to help you embark on discovering your personal power.
She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Sandra speaks several languages including Dutch, Hindi, and Arabic. Her experience includes working with children and families in a school setting and in clinical settings. Her approach to counseling includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory, DBT, Psychodynamic, and Person Centered. Sandra is experienced in Reunification Therapy and works to establish working relationships between children and adults. She specializes in children and families.
Superpower: Unconditional love (Needs no explaining) From time to time you might see this mighty little girl running about the office. She is energetic and curious and she loves to be petted.
Hutch: Means, hutch...LOL
Honey: Means, sweet and friendly
Superpower: Able leap tall fences and steel your heart. When they are not chasing balls, eating, or sleeping, you may find either Hutch or Honey around the office wanting attention. They are friendly, curious, and love to be fed.