Meet The Team

Co-Founder | Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Dr. LaKeith Sutton

"The Little Brother"

LaKeith Sutton is a PROUD DC NATIVE and Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. He has been practicing therapy for 7 years, and during that time, he has worked with children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals. He has helped clients deal with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and other mental health barriers. He takes an integrated approach to therapy because I believe therapy is not one size fits all, and clients need different approaches to therapy. Despite having an integrated approach, LaKeith is trained in some evidence-based practices such as Trauma Systems Therapy & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.​He is a graduate of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology with an emphasis in Social Welfare and African American/African Studies in 2011. He attended Temple University for graduate school and earned a Master of Social Work degree with a Clinical Concentration specializing in children, youth, and families in 2014. Lastly, LaKeith earned a Doctorate of Social Work from the University of Kentucky. ​

Co-Founder | Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Dr. Brian Sutton "Dr. B"

"The Big Brother"

Brian Sutton is a proud DC native and a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LGPC). He specializes in creating a safe space where people can be heard, seen, and validated. His mindset is to help clients listen to their inner voice (thoughts) concerning how they feel (emotions). Dr. B has a talent for working with people who struggle to find their voice, understand their path, identify their struggles, and seem lost in who they want to be. He utilizes a holistic approach to therapy that deals with clients' mental, emotional, and spiritual parts. Dr. B specializes in Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Integrated Therapy, Choice Theory, and Christian Spiritual Counseling. However, he will always adjust his approach to meet the needs of the client he is working with. Dr. B's primary goal is to help his clients achieve the best version of themselves and become their ideal selves. He works with a variety of clients from all different backgrounds. He conducts individual, couples, family, and adolescent therapy. He works with clients on various issues to assist them in their healing journey.

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Brian is a United States military veteran and served 12 years in the United States Army as a Psychological Operations Specialist. He has been studying psychology and mental health for over ten years as a passion and a means to assist people within my community. Dr. B is a college professor who has been teaching psychology and counseling courses since 2017. He has presented at multiple professional conferences about research topics on diversity and multicultural issues related to African-American people. Dr. B completed his Ph.D. in Counseling Education at Walden University, graduated from American Military University with a Master of Arts in Psychology, and graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science in Social Science.

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Dr. Renee Bullock 

Dr. Bullock is a Licensed Resident in Counseling who has experience providing counseling to individuals and couples. She provides support to clients with a wide range of concerns, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, stress management, ADHD, autism, trauma, communication issues, and substance abuse. Her therapeutic approaches include Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She is passionate about helping clients improve their self-esteem and self-worth by separating the person from the problem and the problem from the person to assist the client with creating a new narrative or new meaning about their life. Dr. Bullock believes we can take back control of our lives by “re-storying” one narrative at a time. Dr. Bullock has a Doctorate in Psychology, a Master of Science degree in Psychology, a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice, and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.​

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Tawana Lee, LMSW

Tawana is a dedicated and licensed DC Graduate Social Worker, boasting extensive expertise in the field of individual and family counseling. With a focus on mental illness, Personality Disorders, and Substance/Alcohol Use/ Dependence, she adeptly conducts initial assessments and maintains open communication with care teams, including school administration, guardians, and parents. 

Tawana's professional journey includes prominent roles within the U.S. government, spanning pivotal tenures at both the State Department and the Air Force. As a Community Liaison Office Coordinator, she demonstrated proficiency in crisis management and guidance at the State Department. In the Air Force, Tawana excelled as an Information Manager/Knowledge Operator for 12 years, honing her understanding of meticulous recordkeeping and unwavering confidentiality.

 After graduating with a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Psychology minor from Campbell University, North Carolina, Tawana furthered her education with a Master of Social Work, specializing in Mental Health, from the prestigious University of Southern California. This blend of academic achievement and hands-on experience equips her with a deep understanding of human behavior, seamlessly woven into her work through the "whole person concept." Tawana's therapeutic approach is anchored in strengths-based methodologies, complemented by models like CBT, motivational interviewing, and meditation.

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

JEMILA DARKU, LICSW

Jemila is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington, DC. Jemila has spent over a decade working with the senior citizen population in the Washington metropolitan area. Jemila’s areas of interest are working with senior citizens, women of color, and adult individuals. Jemila is currently being trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. Jemila received a Bachelor of Social Work from Norfolk State University, a Master of Social Work from Howard University, and a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education and Teaching from Capella University.

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

PHILIP SAIN, LGSW, LMSW

Philip “Phil” Sain is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker in Washington, DC. He has extensive experience working with youth and adults, particularly persons with HIV and those vulnerable to acquiring HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Phil also has experience working with persons with comorbidities including chronic illness, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. Phil worked in entertainment marketing and public relations for over a decade before transitioning to public health. With his experience and resources in the entertainment sector and public health, Phil has had the opportunity to conduct and execute professional and leadership roles in various settings, with diverse populations, including the healthcare and the nonprofit sector. Before providing individual psychotherapy, Phil served as a medical case manager where he assessed patients' health and oversaw plans to manage their conditions and progress, as well as provided referrals to resources to address their needs. He takes on a holistic approach to therapy because he believes in addressing the “whole” person in therapy based on the eight dimensions of wellness; spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical, financial, environmental, occupational, and social. Phil supports an accountable, supportive, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive environment for all clients. He encourages clients to find meaning in their past experiences and works with them to discover how those experiences are affecting how they perceive their world in the present. He believes that by gaining insight and increasing awareness, people can become more empowered to take control of how they respond to life's adversities.

Phil earned a master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from The Catholic University of America, a Master of Business Administration from Webster University; and He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia.

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

ERICA DOE, LGSW, LMSW

 Erica Bianca Doe is a DC native and daughter of Liberian immigrants. Erica is a licensed psychotherapist in Washington, DC and Maryland with extensive experience guiding the wellness journey of people of all ages, particularly women youth, and young adults. Erica has worked with clients through grief and loss, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and major life transitions. Erica has a knack for curating safe and creative spaces for folks who show up for everyone else, and struggle to show up for themselves; those who feel unheard and unappreciated; and those who are challenged with embracing their true selves in a society that offers competing perspectives of who they should be. Erica's therapeutic approach is integrative, culturally sensitive, and adaptive. Erica often utilizes art, cognitive behavioral, insight-oriented, and solution-focused therapy, and will always adjust to what works best for clients. Erica believes that everyone deserves a nonjudgmental and supportive space to cry, release, discover, rediscover, and heal. It is my privilege to hold that space for clients.
Erica is a graduate of Columbia University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies with an emphasis in Sociology. She has also earned a Master of Social Work degree from Syracuse University. Erica currently is pursuing a doctoral degree in Public Health from Tulane University’s School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

Clinical Consultant

JAY MAIDEN, ED.D, LPC

Dr. Jay Maiden is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a unique skill set refined toward counseling and helping others. His work experience ranges in adult, adolescent, and group therapy. Jay has over 15 years of experience assisting clients with depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and various other mental health and emotional challenges. Jay uses a person-centered approach emphasizing the importance of the therapist/client relationship and a solution-focused approach to allow the client to develop a vision of the future and offer support as they determine the skills, resources, and abilities needed to achieve that vision successfully. Jay’s counseling philosophy is based on an acknowledgment of the individual’s background and personal beliefs. Jay’s specialties include: Grief, Stress Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Family Conflicts, Trauma and Abuse, Intimacy-related Issues, Anger Management, Self-esteem, Career Difficulties, Coping with Life Changes, and Coaching.