Administration

Ebonee Bailey, a Providence, Rhode Island native, holds a B.S. in Sports, Entertainment, and Event Management and an MBA from Johnson & Wales University. Now based in Charlotte, NC, Ebonee brings her extensive background in operations and organizational management to her role as Executive Assistant for the practice. She is dedicated to enhancing efficiency, structure, and client experience through seamless administrative support and strategic coordination.

Beyond her professional expertise, Ebonee is a passionate advocate for food access and community wellness. She serves on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council and is the Board Chair of Zealous Empowering Nurturers (ZEN). Ebonee approaches her work and leadership with purpose, compassion, and a deep commitment to empowering others to reach their full potential.

Yna is a virtual assistant with a background in accounting, based in the Philippines. She supports administrative and financial tasks with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. Known for being dependable and organized, she brings a thoughtful and professional approach to her work. As a young and ambitious professional, she is continuously growing her skills and contributing to efficient day-to-day operations.

Stormie is a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor and Certified Sexologist with over four years of invaluable experience. Her commitment to aiding individuals of all ages stems from a profound passion for facilitating healing and personal growth.

With a background in substance abuse counseling, she possess a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding addiction and the challenges it presents. Equipped with evidence-based strategies and a compassionate approach, she provides a safe and nurturing space for clients to confront their struggles and embark on a journey towards recovery.

Furthermore,as a Certified Sexologist, she also specialize in navigating the delicate intersection of sexuality and mental health. Her goal is to support individuals in exploring their sexual identity, addressing intimacy issues, and fostering healthy relationships with empathy and understanding.

Lastly, her mission is to empower clients to overcome obstacles, embrace their potential, and live authentically. She is here to offer guidance, support, and encouragement as you navigate your path towards a brighter, more fulfilling future.

I have served adolescents and adults in various settingsincluding residential treatment facilities, outpatient Substance Abuse Comprehensive Outpatient Treatment (SACOT), Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) and aftercare treatment facilities. Areas of treatments consist ofpersonal, behavioral, emotional, relationship, parent/child conflict, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and family difficulties. More specifically, I have experience working with individuals with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, domestic violence issues, substance abuse issues, trauma survivors, personality disorders, developmental disabilities, eating disorders, and family conflict. 

My role as a counselor is to provide an environment of safety, trust, and mutual respect from which the clients and I cooperatively explore their world. I will work collaboratively to identify areas of concern and presenting problems and develop a comprehensive plan to improve one’s overall quality of life. My goal is to promote mental health wellness through meeting each client at his or her level and developing a working relationship towards overall mental and emotional well-being.

My core belief is that we as humans can be our own authors and essentially write or re-write our own destinies. This means that despite unfortunate or uncontrollable circumstances, we can change our lives and create the results that have always been desired. Helping clients increase self-awareness, recognize the power of choice and responsibility, change faulty cognitions, and recognize the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is a large part of my therapeutic approach. Research has revealed, alternative therapies such as art, music therapy, and self-expression through writing, acting are as beneficial and are discussed in sessions. Other techniques I may utilize while in session are role playing and relaxation exercises.  The techniques utilized are tailored to the clients and are based on the client’s comfort level. These therapies are well-established, empirical, and evidence based. I welcome a collaborative relationship with my clients to progress toward overall well-being..

I’m a Nutrition, Mental Wellness, and Lifestyle Expert with dual Master’s degrees in Human Nutrition and Counseling and Development. As a holistic-minded, forward-thinking practitioner, I am uniquely credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).  I specialize in bridging the connection between mind, body, and behavior to support lasting well-being. Through my work, I provide individual therapy, personalized medical nutrition therapy, and strategic wellness consultations. I collaborate with major corporations, organizations, insurance companies, and municipalities to design and implement evidence-based wellness solutions that foster resilience, optimize health outcomes, and enhance quality of life across diverse populations.

I am a Nurse Practitioner with  21 years of experience, specializing in emergency care, critical care, urgent care, and telemedicine. Hailing from Charlotte, NC, I am committed to serving the community. As a father, student, working professional and dog owner, I understand the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities.

I am Certified in Basic Life Support and licensed in the state of North Carolina, and I hope to bring a holistic approach to healthcare, focusing not only on physical ailments but also on mental health and well-being. Currently, I am pursuing an add-on certificate in psychiatry and have a keen interest in addressing the mental health needs for all my patients.  I provide care across the lifespan from pediatric to geriatric patients.

Darryl is a dedicated contract therapist committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care to individuals seeking support, healing, and personal growth. With a strong foundation in clinical social work and addiction treatment, Darryl brings a calm, grounded presence and over two decades of diverse professional experience to his therapeutic work.

Darryl holds a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and is licensed as both a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (LCAS-A). His clinical background includes work in community mental health, homelessness services, the justice system, and supportive housing—giving him a deep understanding of trauma, life transitions, crisis intervention, and the systemic challenges many individuals face.

Across roles as a Social Work Intern, Housing Navigator, and Program Manager, Darryl has provided individual and group counseling, conducted comprehensive assessments, coordinated care with multidisciplinary teams, and advocated for clients navigating complex systems. His approach emphasizes rapport-building, empowerment, and helping clients identify strengths while developing practical skills for resilience and change.

Darryl works effectively with adults from diverse backgrounds, offering support for concerns including anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma histories, stress, relationship challenges, reintegration, and major life transitions. He draws on evidence-informed practices and prioritizes creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and understood.

Before entering the field of social work, Darryl served for many years in the New York Army National Guard as a Recruiting and Retention NCO and retired from the New York City Department of Corrections as an Assistant Deputy Warden. These experiences strengthened his leadership, communication, and crisis-management skills—qualities that now enrich his therapeutic practice and his ability to connect with clients facing high-pressure or complex life situations.

Darryl is passionate about helping individuals heal, gain clarity, and build the confidence needed to move forward. His warm presence, adaptability, and unwavering work ethic make him a trusted partner in the therapeutic process.

Tjrilmel Jones spent close to a decade in law enforcement before he ever sat across from a client in a counseling room. That wasn't a career detour — it was the education that changed everything. He saw, up close and repeatedly, what happens when people fall through the cracks of systems that were supposed to help them. He watched youth cycle through the same doors. He watched adults carry weight that no one had ever asked them to name. And at some point, he stopped wanting to respond to the aftermath and started wanting to be part of what happens before it gets there.

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate (LCASA) at Kaydium Therapy Services where he works with both adults and youth navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and the quiet, persistent feeling of being stuck at a crossroads with no clear direction. He specializes in working with adults and juveniles who have been impacted by the criminal justice system — people he understands not from a textbook, but from having stood on the other side of that system and seeing what it does to a person when no one meets them with anything other than a charge number. His approach is collaborative, down-to-earth, and built on a simple premise: he is not here to fix anyone. He is here to walk alongside someone while they figure out what they already have the strength to do.

Joseph Barnes III is a fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in helping clients overcome adversity, reduce anxiety, self-destructive thought methods, and low self-esteem. Mr. Barnes preferred methodologies for treatment are emotionally focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. 

Some of his common areas of specialty are divorce, grief counseling, couples counseling,

anxiety, parental alienation, depression, and conflict resolution. He prefers to use active listening, mirroring, and motivational interviewing techniques to help analyze trauma and give space for processing. 

Some of his hobbies consist of fishing, exercising, and traveling. Joseph is also the father of one son and one daughter, both in college.

Chablis Dandridge is a Certified Peer Support Specialist with a special designation in the Forensic Peer Support curriculum. Chablis is a consultant on public safety issues with a focus on diversion, prevention, intervention and restorative practices in the community of justice involved citizens.

He is also a real estate professional specializing in working with the Greater Charlotte Metro Areas most underserved and vulnerable populations. Neighbors who are criminal justice involved, repeatedly unhoused, and those who face barriers to permanent housing because of mental health concerns is his focus and specialty.

He is a thought leader in program planning, development, and implementation. He has worked in executive positions at numerous nonprofit organizations leading initiatives such as family skills building training to strengthen households and communities. He also speaks on human rights, social justice issues, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Chablis is the author of, “A Letter to My Sons, Leaving A Legacy of Love”, which chronicles his journey of learning to embrace every moment to be the best, to be the catalyst for change, and to live life today as if it were your last.

Luis (Lu) Cordero,  born and raised in the Bronx, New York City. I’m passionate about helping others through Peer Support Services, using my own life experiences to inspire hope, promote healing, and encourage positive change. As a Peer Support Specialist, I believe in walking beside others—not ahead of them—by offering understanding, guidance, and compassion through shared experiences.

My personality is grounded in optimism and humor; I try to bring light even into difficult moments, because I know how powerful it is to feel seen and supported. Still, when it’s time to be serious, I bring focus, respect, and sincerity. My goal is simple: to remind people that they’re not alone, and that recovery and growth are possible for everyone

Jasmine Milton is the President and Co-Founder of The Black Coalition of Forensic Peer Support Specialists, a North Carolina-based organization committed to advancing forensic peer support, reentry advocacy, harm reduction, and second-chance opportunities for individuals impacted by the criminal justice system. As a North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist, Forensic Peer Support Facilitator, and experienced nonprofit leader, Jasmine uses both professional expertise and lived experience to support individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use recovery, incarceration, reentry, housing instability, and community reintegration. Jasmine’s work is rooted in resilience, redemption, and the belief that people closest to the problem are often closest to the solution. Her advocacy began during her own incarceration, where she was elected as an Inmate Grievance Representative and supported others in understanding their rights and navigating institutional processes. Since then, she has transformed that experience into a powerful foundation for leadership, training, and systems-level advocacy across North Carolina. In addition to leading TBCFPSS, Jasmine has a strong background in housing placement, workforce development, peer support services, curriculum development, and community-based reentry work. She has helped facilitate forensic peer support trainings, supported expungement and harm reduction initiatives, and partnered with organizations working to improve outcomes for justice-involved individuals and marginalized communities. A Brooklyn native, mother, foster care alumna, and survivor of domestic violence, Jasmine continues to use her story and skillset to create pathways of healing, opportunity, and dignity for others. 

Michael Jackson is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Certified Life Coach, and wellness consultant with over 12 years of experience supporting men and families in building healthier, more intentional lives.

 Michael offers a whole-person approach to wellness that addresses the mental, emotional, relational, and physical dimensions of health — because real wellbeing isn't just the absence of illness. It's the presence of purpose, connection, and clarity.

His signature Sankofa Life Design framework guides clients through a 12-dimension wellness model rooted in cultural wisdom, ancestral grounding, and evidence-informed coaching practices. His work is especially impactful for men navigating stress, identity, family pressure, burnout, and the quiet weight of carrying too much for too long.

Michael holds a degree in Holistic Health Science and brings 30+ years of life and professional experience — from corporate leadership to ministry to coaching — to every client relationship. He meets people where they are, without judgment, and walks with them toward who they're capable of becoming.

Areas of Focus: Men's Wellness · Stress & Burnout Recovery · Life Transitions · Holistic Health Coaching · Family & Relational Wellness · Purpose & Identity Work

Kathy began her career in chaplaincy in 2006 working in mental health hospitals, general hospitals, and hospices.  She has her MDiv. from Duke University, is ordained, and is Board Certified with the Association of Professional Chaplains.  

Kathy works with people of various faiths and cultures such as those who are Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Buddhism, Humanist, Atheist, Gnostic, Agnostic, and Spiritual.

Using spiritual assessment, she meets you where you are on your personal journey aligning care with your values by building a rapport with a calming presence and active listening to help regain hope, love, purpose, a sense of belonging, and transcendence with a higher power.  

Kathy cares for you and those who feel emotionally hurt by their faith communities' judgment that leave a feeling of being ostracized and alone because of mental illness, LGBTQ, abuse,past criminal activity, political alignment or belief, divorce or remarriage, and other personal beliefs. 

Kathy also provides religious pre-marital counseling and leads funeral services.  

You can hear Kathy on the podcast Angels 2nd Class and YouTube.  It is a show about ordinary people making extraordinary differences.  

Kathy’s favorite things to do are color, spending time with her husband, and reading research