About Our Team
Michelle Smith, M.Ed., LPC, RPT-S, NCC, ACS, CCTP, EMDR International Association Approved Consultant and Certified EMDR Therapist
Michelle Smith became a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Virginia in 2015. She is a registered play therapy supervisor (RPT-S) and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant/Certified EMDR Therapist with over a decade of experience working with at-risk children, adolescents, and families as well as couples, college students/young adults, and individuals with complex trauma. Michelle’s specialization in play therapy is helpful when dealing with any type of trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief, but she is also versed in other counseling modalities proved effective with diverse populations.
Michelle thoroughly enjoys working with college students and views their journey into adulthood as most critical. Michelle works with all ages and enjoys helping others reach their full potential as well as gain peace and clarity from their past. Michelle is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) as well as an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). She provides both residency supervision as well as consultation for those seeking RPT and/or EMDR credentialing.
Email: michelledillonsmithlpc@gmail.com
Phone: 434-316-6023
Michelle Smith became a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Virginia in 2015. She is a registered play therapy supervisor (RPT-S) and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant/Certified EMDR Therapist with over a decade of experience working with at-risk children, adolescents, and families as well as couples, college students/young adults, and individuals with complex trauma. Michelle’s specialization in play therapy is helpful when dealing with any type of trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief, but she is also versed in other counseling modalities proved effective with diverse populations.
Michelle thoroughly enjoys working with college students and views their journey into adulthood as most critical. Michelle works with all ages and enjoys helping others reach their full potential as well as gain peace and clarity from their past. Michelle is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) as well as an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). She provides both residency supervision as well as consultation for those seeking RPT and/or EMDR credentialing.
Email: michelledillonsmithlpc@gmail.com
Phone: 434-316-6023
Erika Theodorides is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. Erika received her Master’s in Counselor Education from Lynchburg College. Erika has more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in an outpatient counseling and school setting. Erika provides counseling with individuals and families to address various issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, attention-deficit and disruptive behavior disorders, adjustment disorders, anger management, social skills, and parenting issues.
Erika uses an eclectic approach in her therapy sessions including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and person centered therapy. She can also provide a unique therapeutic experience to clients through the use of a therapy dog. Erika wants to create an environment where the client feels respected, safe, and supported in their counseling experience.
Email: erika@couplesandkids.com
Phone: 434-316-9339
Katelyn Childs is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Approved LPC Supervisor. She received her Bachelor’s from Virginia Tech and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynchburg College. She has been working in the mental health field for over 7 years in a variety of settings such as community, school, and home-based, as well as private practice. Katelyn enjoys working alongside people of all ages and backgrounds, with adolescents being her foremost passion. She is also devoted to fostering the field of counseling by supporting and educating counselors and increasing awareness of legal and ethical issues.
Katelyn provides support to clients struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, issues related to grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflict, attachment-related difficulties, among other things. She has completed specialized training of ERP (Exposure Response Prevention) with the International OCD Foundation (IOCD) for use with clients suffering from OCD and other related issues. She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and uses this effective technique with adults and children alike. Katelyn frequently assists children in working through their difficulties, and to learn more adaptive, beneficial ways of coping through the use of play therapy; she is currently working toward a specialization in play therapy to be credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT.) Katelyn believes that no matter what a person has experienced, most people can benefit from counseling, and is a strong proponent for early intervention and prevention.
Email: katelyn.childs@couplesandkids.com
Phone: 434-316-6025
Ashton Smith is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University in 2015. In 2011 and 2012, Ashton traveled to Rwanda, Africa to explore the impact of trauma on a societal and individual level. During the trip, Ashton explored various ways the country has coped, developed resiliency, and has overcome the impacts of trauma. Ashton has five years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings to include crisis settings, school settings, and home settings prior to transitioning to private practice.
Ashton provides counseling to individuals of all ages and families to address various issues such as trauma, anxiety, anger management, abuse, depression, life changes, parenting issues, grief, attention-deficit disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and adjustment disorders. Ashton uses an eclectic approach in sessions, but finds that she utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy, with a trauma and person-centered approach most frequently. Most importantly, Ashton has a desire and a heart to walk alongside her clients and provide a safe and accepting environment in their journey to hope and restoration.
Email: ashton.smith@couplesandkids.com
Phone: 434-316-6032
Mandy Nobilini received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is currently a Resident in Counseling. Mandy has been working in the mental health field in various capacities since 2015. She has experience with all age groups as well as a variety of mental health and behavioral concerns. Her primary areas of clinical interest include OCD, anxiety, depression, and chronic mental health concerns. Mandy primarily utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and/or Motivational Interviewing (MI), along with an understanding of attachment theory and the effects of trauma.
Mandy is passionate about her work and offers warmth, empathy, non-judgment, practicality, and a bit of humor (when appropriate) in sessions. She believes that counseling is a space to share openly, increase self-awareness, and move towards emotional health and lasting change according to your personal values.
Email: mandynobilinicounseling@gmail.com
Phone: 434-485-8821
Marisa Jones, MEd., LPC-R is a Licensed Resident in Counseling with experience working with children, adolescents, and families. Marisa’s personal philosophy and approach to counseling is a collaborative work that considers life experiences, patterns, relationships, and beliefs that have shaped and currently influence you or your family member’s ways of being in the world. Using a trauma-focused, holistic approach, she meets her clients where they are to collaborate on the path to healing. Using person-centered modalities, Marisa will allow her training to guide the process of identifying and exploring challenges through building a relationship with you and/or your family member. By providing a safe and accepting environment that facilitates growth, insight, and change, Marisa will work with you to determine the best fit for your needs.
Marisa is a member of the Virginia Association of Play Therapy, working toward a credential. She has spent time working with children and families in both the school and outpatient settings. Marisa received her Master of Education and a Certificate in Advanced Counseling from the University of Lynchburg.
Email: counselormarisajones@gmail.com
Phone: 434-385-5278
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