Krista has a passion to work with children and their families. She received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2023 and her Graduate certificate in Play Therapy in May of 2024, from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Krista has experience working with children and their families in resididential setting, private practice, and in after-school programs. She enjoyes building rapport and lasting connections that enable her to assist her clients in reaching their goals! Krista loves working with all children and has experience treating behavioral disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, social skill building and assisting parents with building connections and needed skills to help them navigate their child’s development. You can find Krista mostly using play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and expressive arts. Outside of Counseling, Krista enjoys spending time with family and friends, baking and cooking, and serving and attending her local church.

Sarah Rodgers is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate with experience working with children in school and hospital settings. Sarah graduated with her MSW in August of 2024 and her Bachelors in Human Services, Pre-counseling and Nonprofit Leadership and Organization in 2022. She is passionate about working with elementary aged children, especially those who are navigating medical challenges. In the office, Sarah loves to utilize play, creativity, and reading to engage kids in social emotional learning and skill development. Outside of the office, she can be found reading a good book, visiting coffee shops, and spending time with her friends, family, or her three cats! 

Queneisha Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate with a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University and Bachelors in Psychology from The College of New Jersey. She is also a licensed school social worker. She has experience working with individuals across the developmental lifespan. She is a passionate advocate for individuals and families who encourages resilience through problem solving. Queneisha considers herself a strength-based, person-centered practitioner who is dedicated to the support and development of children in families. She recognizes the importance of cultural understanding, traumatic experiences, and childhood upbringing on mental as well as social developmental skills.

Fun Fact: Queneisha is a New Jersey native. She loves learning and can usually be found at a museum, historic site, or traveling. In her free time, she enjoys dancing and spending time with her dog.

Brennah has been working with children and their families since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies, and then a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in children and families from Southern Connecticut State University in 2021. Brennah is an LCSW and has experience working as a family services coordinator and advocate for families involved in various levels of care, intensive in-home services provider and behavioral health therapist. She specializes in treating all children with anxiety and depression, ADHD, social skills, and behavioral disorders, along with providing wrap around support and education  for parents and caregivers. Brennah believes that we as human beings have an obligation to respectfully empower those around us to succeed and thrive. Brennah seeks to identify protective factors in the families she works with and meeting clients where they are at. 

Christina Sabra (she/her), LCSW, has 10 years of experience working in the areas of child welfare, trauma, and youth mental health. Christina holds LCSWs in both New York and North Carolina. Christina received her Master of Social Work degree from New York University’s School of Social Work, and her Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Psychology from the University of Vermont. Christina specializes in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, ADHD, behavioral issues, impulse control disorders, family conflict, relationship and attachment issues, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, women’s issues, and LGBTQIA-related issues. Christina’s goals are safety and guided self-discovery while supporting and empowering clients to tolerate and navigate discomfort and challenges on their life journey. Christina uses evidence-based and process-oriented approaches to assist individuals and families in exploring and processing experiences, and to help clients grow and to find relief. Some interventions include CBT, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, play therapy, attachment theory and therapeutic horticulture.

Maggie received her Master’s degree in Social Work from UNC Charlotte, in addition to a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and Religion and Practical Theology. She has experience working with children and families in various settings, including community health, nonprofits, public and private schools, and youth sports. Maggie’s therapeutic approach is holistic, focusing not only on addressing specific challenges but also on empowering children and their families with the tools and support needed for continued progress. She believes in creating a nurturing, collaborative environment where children feel safe, valued, and motivated to grow. Some of Maggie’s favorite things include spending time with her family and friends, trying new coffee shops, traveling, and being outdoors.

Leslie received her master’s degree in social work form the University of West Florida, as well as a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She has experience working in both private and nonprofit settings and utilizes a strengths-based approach to help empower children and their families. For fun she enjoys traveling to new places, reading, and spending time with friends and family. 

Leacie Holland, received her Masters of Social work from UNC Charlotte, with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Asheville. Leacie enjoys working with kids and young adults and specializes in supporting behavioral disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, independent living skills, social skill building, anxiety, and depression. Leacie has worked with children in Special Education, health care facilities, and home health care settings. Leacie works on creating a least restrictive environment, allowing her clients to feel safe and at ease while finding their self-identities and interpersonal skills. Leacie enjoys traveling, watching sports, and playing with her goldendoodle, Effie.

Dr. Eileen Flores is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost 20 years of experience working in the areas of trauma, intimate partner violence, adolescent and adult mental health, clinical research, medical social work, and peer support services for people with differences in abilities and traumatic injuries. She is passionate about supporting and encouraging children, teens, and families who have lived experiences with neurodiversity, trauma, and navigating challenges in their life journey using trauma-informed, anti-racist, culturally humble, ethical, and evidence-based practices. Eileen is also experienced in program development and leadership, clinical supervision and field instruction, and incorporating Universal Design for Learning, the 504 Plan and IEP process to support more inclusive learning and skill-building. She is part of the Associate Graduate Faculty at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. Personally, Eileen loves spending time with her husband, daughter, son, and two puppies. She loves the mountains, hiking in nature, arranging fresh flowers, and COFFEE! Eileen’s favorite children’s book: It’s OK to Make Mistakes by Todd Parr.

I grew up in Roanoke Rapids, NC and moved to Asheville in 2023. I graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelors in Sociology in 2019, and later a master’s in social work in 2022. I have been learning to incorporate play in therapy such as video games and Dungeons and Dragons. I have experience treating ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, autism, and provide parenting education. I utilize many modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Family therapy approaches, and play therapy. I am looking forward to getting married to my partner of 7 years very soon! In my free time, I enjoy playing video games, wood working, Dungeons and Dragons, and tinkering.