Amy Locklear, PMHNP-BC

Philosophy of Care

Amy is a native and resident of North Carolina. She is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and is board certified by the American Nursing Credentialing Center and is currently licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina and Virginia. In 2019, she received her postgraduate nursing degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from Maryville University. She is qualified to provide psychiatric and mental health services across the entire lifespan. 

Amy’s interest is in evaluation and management of psychiatric and mental health problems which in include both evidence-based practice psychopharmacotherapy and psychotherapy services. Therapy services include but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Supportive Therapy (ST).

Education

Maryville University
Psychiatric Mental Health

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Mood disorders
• Stress management
• PTSD
• Grief/loss

Angela Rasheed, PMHNP-BC

Philosophy of Care 

Angela Rasheed is a board-certified psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner with experience providing the highest, quality mental health care to diverse populations. She has experience treating a wide range of conditions including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, autism, personality disorders, substance use and addiction disorders, and eating disorders. Angela incorporates an evidence-based approach in her practice, with a focus on holistic mental health treatment.  Angela is certified in motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.  

Education

Gardner-Webb University
Masters of Science in Nursing Education 

Specialties

• Bipolar disorder
• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• PTSD
• Autism
• Eating disorders
• Substance/Addiction disorders
• Personality disorders

April Mizell, Resident in Counseling

Philosophy of Care

“How are you really doing?” Does this question make you nervous? Does this sound familiar to you? "I'm so overwhelmed. I'm too busy to even take a breath. It's so hard to stay patient and calm because I have too much in my head." So often our lives are crowded, overfull and overwhelming, and in turn block us from being able to find fulfillment. Are you stressed, worried, feeling depressed? Facing a difficult situation? Concerned about yourself, your relationships, your family? Life stressors can be overwhelming. They can also be opportunities for discovery, change and growth. The decision to seek counseling can be the first step to learn new ways to approach and overcome problems. You are not “crazy” if you are seeking therapy; everyone needs it sometime in their lives.  Maybe you just need help establishing boundaries?

There are different types of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. My approach to counseling is "eclectic" - meeting the unique needs of clients - providing a supportive wholistic approach to resolve problems and foster growth.

My goal as your therapist is to assist you in slowing things down and seeing them from a different perspective.  Then helping you to see what is more meaningful for you and establish healthy boundaries. Finding someone to truly see and hear us is often where we find healing. In doing this, we can restore hope in the future, realign with the values and desires we hold most dear, and connect more deeply and more meaningfully with those around us. It's my hope to help you along the way to feeling restored to yourself, your family, and your life. Let's talk.

Education

Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma/PTSD
• Self-Harm
• Grief

Carmen J. Reynolds, LCMHC

Philosophy of Care

Carmen J. Reynolds is a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor.  She is a double graduate of Wake Forest University earning a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Counseling.  She has over 20 years of counseling and human services experience.  

Carmen uses a variety of techniques and works from an eclectic theoretical system.   Therapeutic focus includes family system work; personal responsibility; exploring how values and beliefs impact goal setting; developing coping skills; and understanding how emotions and thoughts impact behavior and change.  She offers assistance with mood disorders, social issues, relationship concerns, divorce recovery, personal growth issues, self-esteem, trauma, parenting issues, diversity/multicultural issues, women’s issues, adjustment challenges, and family of origin issues.  She has a special interest in supporting parents of children who were born prematurely (or who are medically fragile) as well as those who have experienced challenging pregnancies.  

Carmen’s mission is to motivate people to create more balanced, authentic lives.  She believes therapy is cooperative and collaborative -- a mixture of expression, encouragement, enlightenment, empowerment, and action.  The therapeutic process identifies, emphasizes, and utilizes personal resources.  

Education

Master Degree in Counseling
Wake Forest University

Specialties

• Individual, couple, family therapy
• Mood Disorders (depression, anxiety)
• Women’s Issues
• Christian/faith based
• Adjustment Disorders
• Ethnic/Cultural Concerns
• Life management
• Parenting Issues
• Stress Management

Christopher Betley, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Christopher Betley is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with broad experience in caring for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at UNC-Charlotte and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at East Carolina University. Chris specializes in psychiatric (mental health) medication management for a wide variety of conditions.

Chris enjoys educating clients about mental health and how treatment can help. He closely partners with his clients to design and implement a personalized treatment plan while helping to boost confidence and resilience along the way. If medication is recommended, he takes time to ensure an understanding of how, why, and where it fits into the plan.

Chris believes a light-hearted, “human” approach with real conversation works best, and he aims to create an experience that doesn’t feel like your average trip to the doctor or NP. He looks forward to meeting you and helping to live the life you desire and deserve.

Education

East Carolina University
Master of Science in Nursing

Specialties

• Medication Management

Courtney Houston, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Philosophy of Care

“Mental health problems don’t define who you are.  They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain but, more importantly, You Are Not The Rain.”- Matt Haig

Courtney Houston is a caring, compassionate, and empathetic Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in the state of North Carolina who has over 9 years of healthcare experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, self-esteem & shame issues, abuse & neglect, college age & young adult transitions, PTSD, and trauma.  She completed her Registered Nursing degree from Temple College and received her master’s degree as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University as an honors student. She is a member of American Psychiatric Nurses Association, the American Nurses Association, and the Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society.

Courtney’s goal is to use a collaborative treatment approach with her clients by considering the unique needs of each client. She is a strong believer that everything we do makes sense in the context of our experiences and how they have impacted our personal identities and relationships with those around us. She utilizes a combination of medication management and psychotherapy when necessary by implementing cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, motivational, and solution focused therapy techniques.

Her hope is you no longer have to struggle alone, for her to hear your story and help shoulder the pain, making the therapeutic process a sacred place where you can be seen, heard, and validated. If you are a person suffering from depression, anxiety, and/or trauma, ask to speak with Courtney. She wants to see you heal and grow to feel like a whole person who is thriving in life!

Education

Walden University
Master's in Psychiatric Mental Health 

Specialties

• Medication Management
• Depression, Sadness, Grief
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Anxiety, Fears & Worry
• Trauma and PTSD
• Life Transitions
• Sleep Disturbances
• Stress Management
• Frontline/First Responder Worker Related Issues
• LGBTQ+

Ha Nguyen, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Ha Nguyen is a dual-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health in the state of North Carolina. She graduated from the University of Texas at Rio Grande for her psychiatric study. She has worked in a wide variety of settings such as nursing home, rehab, hospitals, and home health, from rural to metropolitan areas. Her specialty focuses on family psychiatry across all ages. 

Prior to earning her PMHNP license, she earned her FNP license from the Univeristy of North Carolina at Charlotte. She recognizes the challenges of lacking adequate mental care and the overwhelming needs for psychiatric providers. She emphasizes patient-center approach and believes in the essence of therapeutic relationships. 

She embraces and celebrates her experiences living in different cultures and being bilingual. She likes to spend time with her family and friends. She enjoys outdoor activities, food, and traveling. 

Education

Univeristy of North Carolina
FNP license

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Stress management
• Self esteem
• PTSD
• Anger management
• Schizophrenia
• Schizoaffective disorders
• ADHD
• Grief & Loss

Jessica Russell, LCMHC

Philosophy of Care

Jessica Russell is a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She has provided therapeutic services to children and adolescents ranging from five to 18 years old seeking assistance with depression, anxiety, trauma, and family therapy over the course of nine years. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia – Charlottesville and Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Lynchburg (formally Lynchburg College).

Jessica focuses on developing a therapeutic rapport with each individual. Jessica utilizes that rapport with an eclectic approach involving cognitive behavioral, strengths-based approach to meet their distinctive needs.

Jessica seeks to develop a safe, therapeutic relationship with a foundation of nonjudgement to assist in building the strengths that already reside within and collaboratively work on your goals that emphasis your core values.

Education

University of Lynchburg
Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Specialties

• Children and Adolescents
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma and Stress Related Disorders
• Family Therapy
• Self-Esteem
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Grief/Loss/Bereavement

Nadia Haughton, LCMHC

Philosophy of Care

Nadia Haughton is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician with 6 years partnering with individuals and couples from all walks of life facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, change of life, and psychosis. She has worked with individuals in private practice, community organizations, inpatient and institutional settings, and has provided enhanced service to individuals in their homes and community. Nadia earned a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Fayetteville State University.

Nadia utilizes collaborative, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based, reality-based, strengths-based, and solution focused and emotionally focused approaches to therapy while always maintaining the creativity, adaptability, and responsiveness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple.

Nadia works to build a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive relationship to assist in working toward more effective coping by working to gain practical skills and establish boundaries with the goal of helping you have a healthier and more meaningful life experience.

Education

Fayetteville State University
Master of Arts in Psychology

Specialties

• Academic/Occupational/Work Issues/Career
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Couples/Relationship
• Depression
• Grief/Loss/Bereavement
• Schizophrenia Spectrum and Psychotic Disorders
• Trauma and Stress Related Disorders
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness/Meditation

Sherri Osborne, PMHNP-BC, GNP-BC

Philosophy of Care

Sherri Osborne is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner as well as a Gerontological Nurse Practitioner in the State of North Carolina who has 12 years of experience in working with adults seeking help with medication management for mental health conditions.  She completed her Master’s Degree in Nursing from the University of South Alabama along with her post-Master’s certificate.  She also received her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Winston-Salem State University and her Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Guilford Technical Community College.

Sherri utilizes a wholistic approach to mental health conditions. The goal is to ensure that one’s physical health has been ruled out as a contributing factor.  Medication is only a piece of providing care and in combination with counseling can be effective in improving a person’s quality of life. There is never the goal to dumb and numb someone but to have the least amount of medicine needed to help manage symptoms.  

Sherri seeks to establish a relationship with you that is based on warmth, trust, caring, and integrity in order to promote mental wellness and recovery for you which in turn improves your quality of life.  Every day life can be hard and stressful and having someone there to support you in that journey can mean a lot. Goal is for each day to be the best it can be for you and as your life improves so does the lives of those around you.  

Education

University of South Alabama
Master’s Degree in Nursing

Specialties

•  Depression
• Anxiety
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
• Substance Use
• Pharmacology/Medication Management
• Sleep disorders
• Stress management
• Geriatric psychiatry
• Military/Veterans Treatment