MEET OUR TEAM
Our center counts on a fresh, positive, and dynamic team of professional state-licensed therapists, administration (Bilingual), and case managers personnel (Bilingual) committed to impacting their patients’ mental health and their families in their own language.
Tiffany Price
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Cary Office & Virtual Sessions
Education:
Undergraduate: North Carolina State University – Raleigh, NC
Graduate: University of South Carolina – Columbia, SC
Experience & Therapeutic Approach
Tiffany Price is a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate who provides outpatient therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. She is committed to creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment tailored to each client’s individual needs.
Tiffany uses a holistic and trauma-informed approach, integrating evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and play therapy with younger clients. She places a strong emphasis on self-determination and actively engages clients in their healing journey.
Her clinical focus includes supporting individuals navigating emotional and behavioral challenges, and she values working closely with families and educators to ensure a strong support system for children and adolescents.
Known for her warm and empathetic presence, Tiffany is dedicated to helping clients build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Marisol Garcia
License: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office & Virtual Sessions
Education:
Undergraduate: East Carolina University – Bachelor’s in Psychology, Minor in Alcohol & Drug Studies
Graduate: NC State University – Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Graduate Certificate: Counselor Education – NC State University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach
Community, advocacy, and social justice are central to Marisol’s clinical work. As someone who comes from an underserved and marginalized background, her mission is to provide culturally responsive care, address language barriers, and increase access to quality mental health services for all individuals.
Marisol uses a person-centered approach and strives to create a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental counseling space where clients can feel heard, valued, and empowered to tell their story. She has diverse experience in community mental health and is deeply passionate about serving individuals from underrepresented populations.
She specializes in supporting clients navigating:
Childhood and complex trauma
Substance use
Intimate partner violence
Sexual assault
Identity development
Anxiety, depression, and PTSD
ADHD and neurodivergence
Her goal is to walk alongside each client as they heal, grow, and reclaim their voice and well-being.
Joyce McCurtis
License: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
Practice Location: Virtual Only
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Anthropology, Mary Baldwin University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walden University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Joyce has over three years of experience working with children and adolescents, providing individual, group, and family therapy. She has also worked with adolescents struggling with eating disorders at the residential level of care.
Joyce is passionate about creative, client-centered interventions that prioritize each individual's unique needs. She incorporates evidence-based psychotherapy modalities, including:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Her goal is to create a supportive and engaging therapeutic environment where clients feel empowered to grow and heal.
Briseyda Hernandez
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Cary Office & Virtual Sessions
Education:
Undergraduate: North Carolina State University – Bachelor of Social Work, 2023
Graduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Master of Social Work, expected 2025
Experience & Therapeutic Approach
Briseyda is a compassionate and dedicated bilingual therapist committed to supporting adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, family conflict, and other emotional challenges. As a first-generation college graduate, she is passionate about serving Latinx youth and families and creating equitable access to mental health care.
She uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach and focuses on building a collaborative relationship where each client feels seen, heard, and supported. Briseyda creates a warm and empathetic space where adolescents and their families can explore challenges and build resilience, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.
Her clinical practice incorporates a range of evidence-based interventions including:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
Narrative Therapy
Briseyda tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client and family, walking alongside them in their journey toward healing and growth.
Lisbeth M. Rivera
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office & Virtual Sessions
Education:
Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Graduate: North Carolina Central University – Master of Social Work.
Experience & Therapeutic Approach
Lisbeth Rivera is a bilingual clinician with experience providing mental health and substance use treatment to individuals across the lifespan. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families to support emotional well-being and help them achieve their mental health goals.
She has provided individual and group therapy in both English and Spanish, with a focus on traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. Her clinical experience includes working with youth and families at the Center for Child and Family Health, as well as leading therapy groups for adolescents at Triangle Springs’ Changes program.
Lisbeth’s therapeutic approach is holistic and person-centered, grounded in the belief that healing must consider the whole individual—including cultural and generational influences. She integrates elements of:
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Art and Play Therapy
She is also passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. Lisbeth strives to create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel empowered to explore their experiences and build resilience.
John Weaver (Chad)
License: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA)
Practice Location: Cary Office and Virtual
Education:
- Postgraduate Degree: East Carolina University's MS Clinical Counseling program
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Chad works primarily with children and adolescents with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Some of the techniques he uses during therapy are person-centered approaches that include CBT, Holistic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. He seeks to give clients a safe environment where they can feel safe to discuss personal thoughts and feelings so that they can develop a plan to create the changes they want to see in life.
Tiara Totten
License: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMH), Addictions Specialist
Practice Location: Cary and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Major in Psychology, East Carolina University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master’s in Substance Abuse and Clinical Counseling, East Carolina University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Tiara is a licensed professional counselor with over nine years of experience working with adolescents and adults. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques to help clients achieve optimal wellness, including:
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
With extensive experience in individual therapy, group therapy, and supervision, Tiara tailors her approach to each client's unique needs. She is currently pursuing her PsyD in Clinical Psychology, furthering her expertise in the field and enhancing her ability to support her clients' journeys.
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Sports Social Worker, Military Counselor
Practice Location: Virtual Only
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s in Social Work, Warren Wilson College
- Postgraduate Degree: Master’s in Social Work, The North Carolina Central University (2018)
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Jacina prioritizes building strong, meaningful relationships with clients, fostering therapeutic connections that encourage personal growth and relational development. She work with individuals to explore their identity and tackle challenges related to military life, sports, and the difficulties of understanding oneself deeply and living authentically.
Areas of focus include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Retirement
- Major Life Transitions
- Family Conflict
Jacina has a passion for working with adolescents, young adults, families, and athletes, particularly in addressing issues tied to these life stages and experiences. Through a collaborative approach, Jacina assists clients in navigating these challenges to achieve greater emotional balance and wellness.
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Virtual Only
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work, North Carolina Central University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work, North Carolina Central University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Renasha Christmas brings over 7 years of experience working with children and families. She draws from a variety of evidence-based treatment models to tailor her approach to each client’s unique needs and interests. Renasha frequently utilizes techniques from:
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-Focused CBT
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy
- Exposure Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Additionally, Renasha integrates expressive arts, movement/body-based interventions (somatic therapy), and mindfulness/meditation practices into her sessions, providing clients with an engaging and enjoyable therapeutic experience.
Renasha is a self-care enthusiast and brings empathy, relatability, and inspiration into her work. She fosters a safe space for clients to explore their innermost selves, supporting them in their healing journey. Through this approach, Renasha helps clients build peace, purpose, love, and authenticity, empowering them to do the necessary work to elevate their quality of life.
Jalee Anderson
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office & Virtual Sessions
Education:
Graduate: North Carolina State University – Master of Social Work (MSW), Raleigh, NC
Undergraduate: Winston-Salem State University – Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Winston-Salem, NC
Experience & Therapeutic Approach
Born in Phoenix, Arizona and raised in North Carolina, Jalee brings a heartfelt commitment to supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. With over 2,000 hours of clinical experience, they specialize in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support for children, adolescents, and adults.
Their therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story. Drawing from a range of modalities common in outpatient clinical therapy and school-based social work, [Therapist Name] uses strengths-based, client-centered, and solution-focused techniques to guide the therapeutic process.
Whether supporting a child navigating emotional struggles or a family working toward healing, they strive to create a safe and supportive space where resilience can flourish and meaningful change can begin.
At Butterfly Family Center, she is honored to walk alongside clients on their journeys, offering compassionate care and practical tools for emotional well-being.
Unissha McNeil
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), NC State University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work (MSW), Winthrop University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
With over 3 years of experience as a Qualified Professional working with children and adolescents with disabilities and over 7 years at Wake County Services as a case manager for Family and Children Medicaid and Adult Medicaid, Unissha has built a strong foundation of experience in working with families, children, and young adults. This passion for helping others has guided her therapeutic approach.
Unissha utilizes several therapeutic techniques, including:
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Play Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Her approach is rooted in self-empowerment, fostering a safe environment for self-expression and personal growth.
Dominique Vaughn
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Cary Office and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work, Shaw University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work (MSW), North Carolina Central University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Dominique completed her internship with Telamon Early Head Start Family Services, Durham Early Head Start Health and Disabilities, and Durham's Public Health Department. With a focus always on the client, her goal is to see the world through her client's eyes.
While working with younger children, Dominique finds that Play Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are the most effective modalities to help achieve the goals outlined in the treatment plan. She is passionate about helping her clients understand themselves, supporting them through the change process, and witnessing their personal growth.
Kelly Broady
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Cary Office and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work, North Carolina Central University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work (MSW), North Carolina Central University
- Doctoral Degree: Doctor of Ministry, Apex School of Theology
- Master of Divinity: Apex School of Theology
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Dr. Kelly Broady is a dedicated Outpatient Therapist employed with Butterfly Family Center, Inc. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and works with toddlers, adolescents, and adults. Her extensive experience includes roles as a clinical social worker, camp/residential counselor, IIH-team leader, qualified professional, program developer, and PSR program director. With over 21 years of experience, Dr. Broady has focused on improving the lives of at-risk youth and families. She is passionate about using effective interventions to create transformative experiences for clients.
Alexis Bruhn
License: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate (LMFTA)
Practice Location: Virtual Only
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s degree, University of Missouri-Kansas City
- Postgraduate Degree: Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, Appalachian State University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Alexis has experience working with families, couples, and individuals of all ages and backgrounds. She approaches therapy from a strengths-based, solution-focused perspective, empowering clients to make real changes both inside and outside of the therapy room. Alexis believes in collaborating with clients to find what works best for them, and she views each client as the expert of their own life. She is passionate about watching her clients achieve the goals they set at the start of therapy.
Kathryn Sutherland
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Virtual Only
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Promotion – East Carolina University
Master of Arts in School Counseling – North Carolina Central University
Master of Arts in Career Counseling – North Carolina Central University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Kathryn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in educational and therapeutic settings. Currently serving as a school counselor in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District, she brings a wealth of experience supporting youth and their families through various life transitions.
Kathryn believes in the power of collaborative, client-centered therapy. She meets clients where they are and creates a safe, supportive environment built on trust and empowerment. Her therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. She also incorporates mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and strength-based strategies to help clients develop practical tools for lasting, meaningful change.
Kathryn offers virtual-only sessions, making care accessible and convenient for clients across North Carolina.
Amani Joyner
License: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA)
Practice Location: Virtual Only
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Georgia State University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Professional Clinical Counseling
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Amani has eight years of experience providing counseling to individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including substance use, intensive services foster care, career counseling, intensive in-home multisystemic therapy, high fidelity wraparound, group counseling, family therapy, and outpatient therapy. Amani’s therapeutic approach is primarily client-centered and solution-focused. However, she utilizes techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy depending on the unique needs of the clients.
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work, North Carolina Central University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work, Walden University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Lydia has experience working with children and their families. She believes therapy should be a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. Lydia uses a variety of therapeutic methods to ensure that clients' specific needs and goals are met. She is passionate about client-centered interventions informed by evidence-based psychotherapy modalities such as Play Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Cary Office and Virtual
Education:
Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work, NC State University
Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work (MSW), NC State University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Allyson brings two years of specialized experience in children's grief and hospice care, offering compassionate support through individual, family, and group counseling. She is also deeply committed to working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and various forms of grief.
Her person-centered approach emphasizes building strong therapeutic relationships, fostering trust, and tailoring care to each client’s unique journey. Allyson integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, and a Strengths-Based perspective.
She is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where clients from all backgrounds feel welcomed and empowered.
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Carolina has experience working with children, teens, and their families in both schools and mental health settings. In the past, she has worked as a high school family support aide, assisting high school students and their families navigate educational systems and supporting young people through challenges with self-esteem, depression, anger, and anxiety. Additionally, Carolina has worked with elementary-aged children and their parents as a child therapist and parent support guide. During her clinical training at the UNC Child and Adolescent Outpatient Mental Health Clinic in Raleigh, NC, she worked closely with families to enhance their understanding of mental health and provide gentle guidance and practical strategies to manage challenges and build confidence.
Carolina is trained in Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, and Attachment-based Therapy. Her approach is non-judgmental, affirming, compassionate, and collaborative, incorporating expressive arts, play, and mindfulness techniques to foster safety, growth, and healing. Carolina believes that every client and family is different and is committed to working together with each to find the best way to support their needs and goals.
License: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A)
Practice Location: Raleigh Office and Virtual
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Social Work from North Carolina State University
- Postgraduate Degree: Master of Social Work from Florida State University
Experience & Therapeutic Approach:
Ana has spent nearly three years working in case management with adults and families in legal crises. She has experience in early childhood intervention, engaging with caregivers and their children in playgroups, facilitating parent leadership councils, and working on intake referrals across Chatham and Orange County. Additionally, Ana has worked with older adults at a day center, leading engagement activities, managing dietary needs, and assisting with de-escalating participants in distress.
Some techniques she utilizes in therapy come from motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to provide practical tools for navigating life's challenges. She focuses on play therapy and art therapy for more reserved clients and children to make them feel more comfortable and build rapport. Ana's therapeutic approach is person-centered, allowing clients to be the experts of their experiences. She encourages clients to feel empowered and creates a nonjudgmental, safe space for free expression.
License: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA,
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, LCMHCA
Undergrad Degree: Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Services at East Carolina
University
Postgraduate Degree: Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University.
Experience and therapeutic approach: Maria has 4 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field as a peer support specialist for adolescents as well as providing substance use counseling to adults. Maria utilizes a variety of theoretical approaches while relying heavily on holistic, strength-based, person-centered, and motivational interviewing techniques. Maria seeks to help you enhance your overall self by better understanding and navigating your past, present, and future while allowing you to feel empowered, hopeful, and safe.