Quality care comes first at Rula
We regularly review providers to ensure quality
Jannette Velez-Nieves
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jannette Velez-Nieves, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jannette has a Master of Arts (MA) from South University.
I'm passionate about supporting your healing and growth. Whether navigating challenges or seeking self-understanding, I'm here alongside you. I especially enjoy working with adults, veterans, professionals, and caregivers. Together, we'll build your strength, find clarity, and create meaningful change.
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Helen Bayne
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Helen Bayne, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Helen has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) from Capella University and a Master of Science (MS) from East Carolina University.
A highly experienced and deeply dedicated mental health professional with 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Sophia Reiser
All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.
I believe the goal of therapy is to help you build the confidence and skills to no longer need me. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, or life's challenges, I'll walk beside you every step of the way as you build the life you want.
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Charnell Murphy
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Charnell Murphy, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Charnell has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling (Clinical) from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Feeling stuck? At a crossroads in your life? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. As a Licensed Counselor, I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe that you have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive.
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Blanca Mccall
Recognized for high quality patient care
Blanca has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Florida State University.
Hello, and a very warm welcome to you. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience walking alongside individuals, families, and communities as they navigate life’s more difficult chapters. With my Master’s in Social Work and a heart for this work, I would be truly honored to join you on your healing journey.
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Samantha Coppola
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Samantha Coppola, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Samantha has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Pittsburgh.
I help clients with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, self-esteem, and confidence. I create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling life and take the first steps towards change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
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Kanisha Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Kanisha Johnson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kanisha has a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University.
My mission is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and empowered. The journey to growth, healing, and reclaiming your sense of wholeness begins and ends with you. Together, we'll create a path that feels authentic and transformative.
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Samantha Chiarenza
Recognized for high quality patient care
I know how overwhelming it can feel when life changes faster than you can keep up. I help adults find balance, confidence, and clarity through genuine, down-to-earth conversations that make space for growth without the pressure to have it all figured out.
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Zarisa Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Zarisa Watkins, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Zarisa has a Master of Arts (MA) from South University.
I support individuals through life transitions, emotional challenges, and moments of uncertainty. I create a warm, safe, and validating space where clients feel grounded, understood, and empowered.
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Susan Estrela
Susan has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Louisiana State University.
I am passionate about helping others. I work with individuals coping with a variety of challenges in their lives, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, maternal mental health, trauma, grief and loss, and personal growth.
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Toni Paschal
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Toni Paschal, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Toni has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Abilene Christian University.
I am an LMFT licensed in Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida. I have a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Abilene Christian University. My journey began in 2006 as an intern at the Marriage and Family Institute in Abilene, Texas. After 13 years of gaining experience at local agencies, I now love working in private practice!
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Chavon Blowe
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Chavon Blowe, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Chavon has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Regent University.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. I help adults move out of survival mode and into a life that feels intentional and aligned. My approach blends practical tools with deeper perspective shifts, so you’re not just coping—you’re understanding patterns, breaking cycles, and creating meaningful change that lasts.
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Stephanie Durso
Stephanie has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.
I am dedicated to providing compassionate care to my clients. Over the past decade, I have gained extensive experience supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and substance dependence, with a specialized focus on trauma.
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Tylette Newkirk
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Tylette Newkirk, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Tylette has a Master of Arts (MA) in Rehabilitation Counseling from South Carolina State University.
I create a safe and supportive space for women navigating perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I believe healing begins with connection, and I'm passionate about helping women rediscover their strength, release the past, and step confidently into their future.
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Shanika Wilson
Shanika has a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from University of Tennessee At Knoxville and a Master of Social Work (MSW) Clinical Pracrice and Leadersihp from University of Wisconsin-Madison.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical addictions specialist in North Carolina. I am also able to see clients in South Carolina and Delaware. I provide telehealth therapy for adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and the exhaustion that comes from carrying too much.
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Dontrell Gourdine
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Dontrell Gourdine, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Dontrell has a Master in Counseling (MC) from Liberty University.
I am a licensed mental health therapist committed to helping clients create meaningful and lasting change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and goal-oriented, supporting individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, or major life transitions. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space.
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Marilynn Brown
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Marilynn Brown, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marilynn has a Master of Arts in Psychology from Western Michigan University.
I’m a licensed therapist with more than 25 years of clinical experience. I provide a safe, supportive, judgment-free space where we work together to create meaningful change. My experience includes trauma, abuse, addiction, grief, anxiety, depression, and first responder and law-enforcement concerns.
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Josephette Dotson
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Josephette Dotson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Josephette has a Master in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health from Webster University.
Wonderful to meet you. It’s awesome that you are taking the first step toward wholeness and rediscovering your joy! I’ve worked in behavioral health for several years. It's my goal to come alongside you and promote awareness of the uniqueness you already possess and offer help with challenges currently being faced.
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Jenness Jones
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Jenness Jones, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jenness has a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Webster University.
I am an LMHC, and I am the owner of Grace and Mercy Counseling, LLC. I provide compassionate, client-centered counseling to adults and adolescents who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, anger, life transitions, and other emotional challenges.
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Asha Givens
Recognized for high quality patient care
Asha has a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Clinical from University of Kentucky and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of South Carolina.
I’m glad you’re here. Reaching out for support takes courage, and you deserve a space where you feel heard and respected. I see you, and you do not have to carry everything alone. As a mother of four, I understand how heavy life can feel when you are balancing family, stress, and personal challenges.
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Rebecca Hackett
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like Rebecca Hackett, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rebecca has a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, panic attacks, life transitions, or things of the past, I would love to help you! And offer a supportive environment in which you can express yourself, gain insight, and take steps to create change and personal growth.
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Brandi Harding
Brandi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children and Families from University Of Maryland.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Maryland, North Carolina, and Washington, DC. As the lead therapist and owner of Healing Holistically, I specialize in empowering clients to navigate challenges such as relationships, self-identity, and stress management through a blend of creative and clinical therapeutic approaches.
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LaShunda Stewart
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), like LaShunda Stewart, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
LaShunda has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Professional Counseling from South University, Columbia.
I applaud you for this step. Your search for a therapist is evident that you're on the right track toward making a change. I understand how frustrating it can be to feel overwhelmed by your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I'll help you build practical solutions that you can apply in your daily life.
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Jessica Sawyer Horne
Jessica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Clark Atlanta University.
I am an MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP, LCAS, CCS, DCSW, ACSW, a licensed independent clinician with over 20-years of experience in the behavioral health field, here to help you navigate life challenges and changes, in order to become a better you.
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Cindy Penn
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Cindy Penn, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.
Therapy begins with a conversation. I bring clinical expertise; you bring expertise in your own life. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change. If that sounds like the kind of partnership you’re looking for, let’s begin.
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