Elizabeth Vinson, CEO, MA, LPC, LPCS

" I am proud to be surrounded by professionals that take helping seriously. Empathy is not just a word, but a modality. Assisting people towards a happier, more consistent and confident person is the impact of our mission. "

“From the concrete who knew that a flower would grow”; is one of my favorite quotes that shows that through hardships and obstacles we can always find ways to water our own growth and healing. I take this approach as the client as the expert finding your strength in places you didn’t know existed. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and self esteem issues. I take a non judgemental approach to provide a safe environment for you to be your authentic self. It is also an honor to be able to focus on growing and excelling our future clinicians to provide the best quality care and services to our clients and their communities.  

"I hold a strong belief that each client I work with is the expert on their own lives. I love helping my clients become aware of their own ability to work through difficult experiences. I feel joy when a client trusts me with their greatest pain and I can provide a respite, if only for a brief while. I want my clients to know how to dance in the rain, rather than feel the gloom and miss the beauty that the rain produces."

"As a licensed professional counselor, I understand the importance of creating a welcoming, safe, and non-judgmental environment for my clients. I enjoy working alongside children, adolescents, and young adults, helping identify personal strengths that serve as a foundation for building skills and resolving problems. My goal is to encourage my clients to explore and deepen their understanding on the issues most affecting their lives, developing the tools to overcome many obstacles or situations. I believe all individuals deserve to live life to its fullest potential!"

"As a therapist different counseling approaches are beneficial. My personal approach utilizes empowering, motivational, person-centered, down-to-earth and non-judgmental. I have worked in various settings including non-profit, residential group home, substance abuse treatment centers, and methadone clinics." 

"My focus is client-centered and I believe that the client will lead us to their desired location if we just listen. While my specialty is dealing with clients that have had issues with drugs and alcohol in the past, my focus is more often on the client’s root causes and conditions that led them to using these coping mechanisms."

"Over the years, I have gained experience working with all ages. I have served at a domestic violence shelter, child advocacy center, in the school system, foster care, and in home family counseling. My passion is helping clients to gain greater awareness and acceptance of themselves, find ways to take care of themselves, learn to communicate in healthy ways, and overcome their past and current struggles."

"I believe in embracing people responsibly with respect, trust, and honesty. Often, people are discouraged from seeking help for themselves, due to varying emotional position(s) of which they find themselves. I believe people should tell their story, and with assistance processing their narrative to become the version they've forgotten was possible."

 "Everything you need to make life what you want it to be is already in you. I always start with a person-centered approach, but once I know you and your unique needs, I can help you improve your life. I am DBT-informed and can help you discover why self-love and interpersonal relationships have always been struggles for you. I am experienced in LGBTQ+ issues, as well as working with children and grief. As a person who has struggled with depression and anxiety, I can provide empathy, understanding, and coping skills to help free yourself from their grasps on your life. Knowing you need help in making life work for YOU is the first step to becoming the BEST you." 

 Seeking help when you are in the midst of turmoil can seem overwhelming. Maybe you are just getting out of an abusive relationship, maybe you are still in one with no idea how to start getting out of it. It’s possible you might be looking to get help sorting out a trauma from your past that keeps popping up and you don’t know where to start. Sometimes life can feel like a really unorganized closet that seems too overwhelming to even begin, so you just keep closing the door.  

 There is an old adage that goes, “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” We often find ourselves showing up for others more than we are showing up for ourselves.. Are you someone who finds that you are giving more and more time and energy to your profession, family, and other important areas leaving you feeling depleted? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Together we can navigate your feelings, implement coping strategies that work for you, and help provide relief that can begin to fill your cup, allowing you to be the best version you can be for yourself and others.    
I am direct and solution-focused and we will work together to address the stress, burnout, and anxiety that drain your cup and implement skills on how to refill. I have attended training sessions that teach Solution Focused Brief Therapy and can help you achieve the balance you need and deserve. 

  I have over ten years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of ages and diagnosis. I enjoy working with children and adults. Although, children will always hold a special place in my heart. I have worked with children in foster care, abusive homes, or various traumatic situations. Trauma is something that alters the way we think and react to situations, it permanently changes our brain chemistry. Through various types of treatment modalities TF-CBT, EMDR and DBT( to name a few) healing can occur and breakthroughs can happen. I have worked alongside domestic violence victims as well and have an understanding of the cycle of abuse and how this affects the individual as a whole. I am EMDR trained and come from a person-centered approach where I firmly believe the client is the expert of their own life and has it inside themselves to overcome any obstacle put in their way.

 I have had the privilege of working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. At Lakeside Family Center, I have gained valuable experience helping families navigate life's challenges. I assist clients in managing various stressors, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and trauma.Taking steps to make changes in your life requires courage, and you don't have to do it alone. I am here to support you on your journey. With a broad understanding of various therapeutic modalities, I am particularly confident in using Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) to help clients develop the skills they need to face their problems.
No challenge is too big with the right support and guidance. Let’s work together to help you achieve a life you enjoy once again. I am here to help you every step of the way. 

 Hi! My name is Heather and I’m currently a counseling intern completing my Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree with Liberty University. I’m passionate about working with clients to create a safe, supportive space to explore present challenges, while cultivating personal growth and allowing new insight to emerge. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing on modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and attachment theory. I know that together we can navigate difficult emotions, and talk through complicated life challenges. We’ll strive to add skills of self-understanding to your toolbox, while learning how to create meaning and fulfillment in your life. We’ll walk through this important therapeutic process together- I’m here for you. I look forward to meeting you soon. 

I am a clinical mental health counseling graduate student at Capella University, where I am also completing a certificate in addiction. I love working with people and helping them feel heard. I specifically love working with teens and adolescents and use a person-centered approach. I want people to know this is a safe space, and I am here to help be that silver lining and get you to where you want to be.

 I am a Clinical Counseling graduate student at Charleston Southern University. I strive to assist individuals and families in navigating the challenges of emotions and stressors while helping them achieve their goals. My therapeutic style is rooted in attachment theory while utilizing a broad range of skills from other modalities, with an emphasis on person-centered and CBT. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, creating a secure, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. I look forward to working with you, and together we can accomplish your goals.

 I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Columbia International University. I firmly believe that my clients are the experts in their own lives. My approach to counseling is holistic, and I desire to help clients discover a greater sense of wellness emotionally, psychologically, socially, physically, and spiritually. I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for my clients to express themselves, learn new skills, and strengthen their resiliency. It would be an honor to work alongside you in your journey to greater health! 

 I am a Masters Level graduate student at  Sacred Heart University and have worked with Veterans and their families for seven years. I approach clients from the perspective that they are the narrator and expert of their story. I’m dedicated to empowering people on their journey to discovering their authentic selves and aligning intent with action to build resilience, improve well-being, and achieve goals.

"I am currently a clinical counseling student at Charleston Southern University. During sessions, I utilize mindfulness techniques and enjoy using a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and person-centered approaches with clients. You are the expert on your life and I aim to give you a calm, accepting, and non-judgemental environment where you can discover your truth. Regardless of your current circumstances, there is always room for personal growth. My goal is to help you live an authentic life that you are happy with. Your willingness to share with me means so much and I look forward to the opportunity of working together! "

 I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Capella University. As a 16-year Army veteran, I have experience with both kids and adults. I am devoted to providing a protected, compassionate and open-minded environment for my clients to express themselves while learning new skill sets. I am honored to experience this journey to healing with you in a non-judgmental environment. I look forward to meeting you soon. 

"I offer a judgment-free and safe space for individuals and families to work through bumps in the road of life using empathy and understanding and various approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy. Making the appointment is a difficult first step, but once you take that step, you will not be alone in your journey, as I will be beside you to help guide you along the way. I enjoy working with individuals and families as a team where you drive and I help you navigate. I look forward to helping you along your journey."

"Hi my name is Megan, I am a graduate student at Webster University. I love working with all different individuals and families from all walks of life. I love to assist others in finding the right solution to their problem and building a roadmap on how to get there. I look forward to working with you on an individual or family basis."