• Visionary Founder and Clinical Director: Brande Remy founded Cultivate Wellness Counseling and guides it as its Clinical Director, with a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.

• Extensive Credentials: She is a licensed clinical professional counselor and approved LGPC supervisor in Maryland and Washington D.C., with eight years of diverse experience in mental health across community, school, and private settings.

• Strategic and Empowering Role: As Clinical Director, Brande sets the practice's direction and fosters a therapeutic environment that empowers both clients and clinicians.

• Assistant Clinical Director: Brittany serves as the Assistant Clinical Director at Cultivate Wellness Counseling, supporting clients in their therapeutic journey.

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor: Brittany Johnson holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and focuses on helping Black women achieve confidence, authenticity, and health.

• Diverse Experience: She has a background in public speaking, community engagement, organizing, advocacy, curriculum development, and coordinating domestic violence and sexual assault reduction initiatives.

• Clinical Supervisor: Kyeana is a dedicated clinician specializing in adult mental health, including women’s issues, anxiety, depression, boundary setting, self-esteem, and stress management. Her expertise has been honed in both school settings and private practice.

• Vibrant Personality: Known for her captivating and vibrant demeanor, Kyeana consistently embraces her authentic self, fostering a genuine connection with clients.

• Empathetic Approach: She creates a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment, where her empathy and compassion make clients feel loved, understood, and heard.

• Office Manager: Avaion (aye-vee-on) Barry serves as the Office Manager. As the first point of contact for new clients, she ensures a welcoming experience while managing scheduling, documentation, and insurance coordination.

• Education and Career Goals:
Born and raised in Baltimore with Trinidadian roots, Avaion earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Africana Studies from Howard University. She plans to pursue a Master’s degree to become a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with interests in trauma, anxiety, and depression. Her research with women impacted by trauma and intimate partner violence deepened her commitment to supporting emotional healing.

• Interests and Passions:
Outside of work, Avaion enjoys reading romance, fantasy, and literary fiction—her favorite novel is Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison. She also loves being outdoors, crocheting for her small business, and playing volleyball.

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified: NaQuita Gross is a clinician who combines her passion for social justice, freedom of expression, and living fully with her professional role.

• Therapeutic Approach and Modalities: She employs a variety of treatment techniques including Mindfulness, Trauma and Grief Informed Care, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Empowerment, aiming to guide clients toward healing and self-improvement.

• Client Empowerment and Education: NaQuita focuses on empowering clients by educating them about their mental health conditions and behavioral patterns, providing tools to manage and overcome challenges for a fulfilling life.

• Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor: Jocelyn is a skilled therapist with extensive experience in non-profit behavioral health and program development, giving her a deep understanding of the social and cultural factors influencing mental health.

• Empathetic and Skillful: She is adept at creating safe, inclusive spaces that foster empathy, active listening, and personal growth, tailored to the cultural and social nuances of each client.

• Dedicated to Client Empowerment: Jocelyn's practice is centered on supporting clients through personal challenges, emphasizing their inherent strength and resilience in a supportive and respectful environment.

•Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor: Denise is a clinician with a dedicated focus on helping adult women overcome trauma, alongside associated issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and struggles with self-worth and self-acceptance.

•Therapeutic Approach: Denise tailors her therapeutic practice to meet the unique individual needs of her clients. She utilizes a variety of treatment approaches including CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed Care, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

• Therapeutic Writing Workshops: Since 2017, Denise has organized seasonal writing workshops tailored for women, providing a therapeutic outlet that emphasizes mindfulness, transparency, and the expressive power of writing.

• Licensed Counselor with Diverse Background: Carmetta is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, Army Veteran, and Health Educator skilled in behavior modification and trauma recovery. She has worked extensively with children and veterans, utilizing psychotherapy across all age groups.

• Specialized Therapeutic Approaches: She employs a variety of interventions, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Spiritual therapy, Mindfulness techniques, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Wellness Coaching.

• Educational Credentials and Holistic Wellness Philosophy: Carmetta is committed to helping clients develop tools for comprehensive wellness encompassing emotional, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, environmental, mental, and occupational aspects.

• Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor: Taneisha is a clinician who specializes in emotional well-being, using attachment theory principles to form a foundation for her integrative and person-centered therapeutic style.

• Integrative Therapeutic Approach: She combines evidence-based techniques from various therapeutic approaches, focusing on creating genuine connections with her clients to foster emotional exploration and resilience.

• Philosophy on Growth and Healing: Taneisha is committed to helping clients discover their strengths and navigate life's complexities, emphasizing progress over perfection as the key to transformative growth and healing.

• Licensed Master of Social Work: As a former refugee and immigrant, Marence understands how environment, support, and opportunity shape personal growth. Guided by the belief that “it takes a village,” she creates spaces where clients feel safe to be their authentic selves and develop the confidence, resilience, and self-awareness needed to thrive.

• Therapeutic Approach and Modalities: With a background in social work and public policy, Marence integrates play therapy, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and strengths-based approaches. She supports clients navigating life transitions, relational challenges, career stress, depression, and anxiety. Her approach is grounded in cultural humility and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey.

• Community and Empowerment: Marence is passionate about improving systems that serve children, youth, and families. She is committed to fostering community, connection, and belonging while helping individuals build self-advocacy skills and recognize their strengths.

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor: Bria is a compassionate and empathetic clinician committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore and address mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges. With over five years of experience in the mental health field, she is passionate about working with children and helping individuals navigate difficult situations, develop self-awareness, and enhance their overall well-being.

Therapeutic Approach: Bria tailors her approach to each individual’s unique needs, utilizing a range of evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, and positive psychology. She strives to help individuals heal from past trauma, strengthen emotional resilience, and improve daily functioning.

Philosophy on Growth and Healing: Bria is dedicated to fostering hope and healing, guiding children and individuals toward finding purpose and meaning even in the face of adversity. She believes in building resilience, confidence, and authenticity, empowering her clients to lead fulfilling lives.

• Licensed Master of Social Work: As an immigrant, Antonia understands the unique emotional, social, and cultural challenges that can impact mental health and overall well-being. Her personal experiences navigating barriers to care have strengthened her commitment to creating a supportive and empowering space where individuals and families feel seen, heard, and valued throughout their healing journey.

• Therapeutic Approach and Modalities:
Antonia believes therapy should be a collaborative and compassionate process that meets clients where they are while helping them build the tools needed for growth and resilience. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Humanistic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients increase self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, identify unhelpful patterns, and work toward meaningful and achievable goals.

• Community Connection and Client Empowerment: Passionate about serving underserved communities, Antonia is dedicated to bridging the gap between mental health services and community support. She recognizes the importance of culturally responsive care and works to connect clients with resources that support their overall well-being. Through empathy, encouragement, and practical support, Antonia helps individuals build confidence, foster resilience, and create lasting positive change in their lives.