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Our team
THERAPY, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LaBrenda Thomas, LCSW, LSSW
LaBrenda Thomas, our founder and owner, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arkansas and Tennessee and a Licensed School Social Worker through the Tennessee Department of Education. With over 15 years of experience, LaBrenda has an extensive amount of history working with children, families, and couples.
LaBrenda's specialties include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, social-emotional learning, anger management, and self-care. Her therapeutic approach is mainly solution-focused and client-centered, as she wholeheartedly believes that a collaborative approach with her clients produces the best results.
OPERATIONS, FINANCE
Larry Thomas, Jr.
Larry Thomas, Jr serves as our Chief Operations Officer. With over 13 years of experience in Business Administration, Larry is responsible for the day to day operations of Empowerment Counseling. Larry earned his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, AR.
Larry's goal is to expand ECC across the Memphis area to increase access of services to children, families and adults. Larry's commitment to the operations and development of Empowerment Counseling has led to the company's growth thus far.
THERAPY
Christopher Mathews, LCSW
Christopher I. Mathews, LCSW, brings over 15 years of comprehensive experience in social service, with 6 dedicated years in clinical practice. His clinical focus revolves around the intricate interplay of trauma, relationships, sex, and sexuality. Christopher is a specialist in working with couples, enabling them to navigate the complexities of their connections, and he extends his expertise to males ages 16 and above, as well as individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, with a particular commitment to serving people of color.
His journey into clinical practice was ignited by his experiences in social services, where he witnessed firsthand the profound impact of systemic trauma and upstream issues on individuals' lives. Christopher's therapeutic approach encompasses trauma-focused techniques, ego state work, and reality-based therapies. As a therapist, he sees himself as a supportive companion on his clients' paths to wholeness, whether they are exploring their past or charting a new course for their future. Together, Christopher and his clients navigate the unique challenges at the intersection of trauma, relationships, and sex, fostering healing and growth.
THERAPY
Ruby Winters, tLPC-MHSP
Ruby Winters holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis. Ruby also has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Alcorn State University. She is currently working to earn licensure as a LPC - MHSP in the state of Tennessee. She currently holds the National Counselor Certification (NCC) designation. Ruby has clinical experience working with youth and adults in various settings. She has had the opportunity to offer trauma informed care to patients and caregivers at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital. She has also provided attachment based intervention at Child and Family Enrichment at Idlewild. Ruby has also promoted social emotional learning in an educational setting. Ruby has been trained in mindfulness - based stress reduction (MBSR) and interpersonal social rhythm therapy (IPSRT). She believes in a person centered approach to therapy because every client is unique in what they need. Ruby works to provide a comforting and nonjudgmental environment for clients as they venture on their therapeutic journeys. Her ultimate goal is to help erase the stigma associated with mental health among people of color. She also desires to make mental health services more accessible to those who normally wouldn’t be able to afford them.
THERAPY
Shaun Lynn, LMSW
CreShaunda (Shaun) Lynn is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She obtained her Master of Social Work Degree from The University of Memphis in 2018 and her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Memphis in 2005. She is currently working towards a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Certification.
Shaun utilizes several treatment modalities to customize her therapeutic approach to each client individually. She uses CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques with a trauma-informed scope and a holistic approach. As a social worker, Shaun believes that the environment a person is in and how the person responds must be considered for therapy to make the most positive impact in the client's life.
Shaun has experience working with adults who are struggling with depression, opioid addiction, anxiety, psychosis, substance abuse, perinatal mental health, self-esteem, self-care, gender dysmorphia, ADHD, and a host of other conditions.
Shaun offers a warm, friendly, judgment-free space for clients to express themselves openly and truthfully. Shaun fully believes in the collaborative approach to treatment, as no one knows you better than yourself. Clients' honest input is a must so that we can agree on goals and put together a treatment plan that will directly address their issues.
Shaun continuously works on her cultural competence and has experience working with clients from various cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities, and belief systems. Shaun's passion for mental health stems from her belief that everyone wants to be happy and comfortable in their skin. Shaun hopes to help guide and encourage people to be their happiest and most authentic selves so that they not just live and survive but also grow and thrive.
THERAPY
Sedaria Williams, MA
Sedaria Williams, M.A. has a Master's degree in Sports Administration from Belhaven University and graduated from the University of Memphis' Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Christian Brothers University also awarded her a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology. Sedaria is working towards her L.P.C licensure. Having worked in the mental health field for five years, Sedaria has experience working with adults, couples, children, and families who have overcome trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, anger management issues, and legal and socio-economic challenges. Moreover, Sedaria has a great deal of experience in counseling athletes at both the collegiate and professional levels. Sedaria has experience working with diverse cultures, backgrounds, and belief systems with the necessary tools and skills. Clients can process and heal in a safe, nonjudgmental space created by her empathy, warmth, and sense of accountability. In her practice, she emphasizes the client-centered approach, allowing them to be active participants in the healing process. She concentrates on family systems-based therapy, cognitive-based therapy, and trauma-focused therapy. In the end, she hopes she can help her clients gain a sense of self-awareness, and security and help them follow a guided path to healing. Sedaria is a member of the Chi Sigma Iota International Counseling Honor Society. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling and Supervision at the University of Memphis. Sedaria enjoys singing, traveling, and spending time with her family.
THERAPY
Mario Fulton, LMSW
Mario Fulton II is a Ripley, TN native. He graduated from UT Martin with his Bachelor of Social Work degree, and received his MSW from Walden University. Mario serves as a School Social Worker full time. Along with his passion and strong work ethic, he prides himself in empowering the families and youth across communities through volunteer work. In addition to my commitment to community service and career, he is the proud owner of “Stairway 2 Success Incorporated”, which is a non-profit organization that aims to foster youth excellence in school and home. Mario leads various mental health and wellness initiatives within his community including providing resources to families and inspirational speaking at local events. Mario specializes in child and adolescent therapy services. Going forward, he plans to continue positively impacting the lives of individuals through therapy, resources, and by providing equitable opportunities for all he encounters during his career.
THERAPY
Ebony Mack, M.A., NCC
Ebony Mack holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is currently working to earn licensure as an LPC in the state of Tennessee. She has clinical experience working with adults and youth in various settings that include but are not limited to anger management, victims of domestic violence and individual and family counseling. Ebony also brings many years of experience in financial counseling and holds the designation of HERO (Helping Everyone Reach Opportunities), a community development certified financial counseling program designed to help those individuals that are in the most financial distress.
Ebony’s therapeutic approach consists of cognitive behavioral therapy as well as behavioral modification. Her desire is for Mental Health Therapy to become a welcomed and healthy practice among people from all backgrounds and ethnicities. Ebony aims to provide a safe and comfortable space for individuals to feel secure on their path to healing and becoming whole.