Meet THE Team

Be proud of yourself for taking the steps to change your life. We are ready to take your goals to the next level. THE therapists deliver therapy from a compassionate, caring and nonjudgmental style that begins with listening to your concerns and deciding together with you on your goals and how therapy can help you become the best version of yourself.

Tia Evans (She/Her) is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST), & Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina (offering therapeutic and consultation services in the Hickory Area and Surrounding Cities). Tia is also a licensed to provided teletherapy in the state of South Carolina*, and Texas.. She has a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and also a Master of Education degree (MEd), in human sexuality.

In addition to be a traditional mental health therapist, she is a KINK friendly therapist that works with people from all cultures and backgrounds ages 13 and up. She is also a member of the Charlotte Transgender Healthcare Group.

Tia also speak at events and consult on various topics such as : Sexual Health and Education, Consent, Self Esteem, Sex & Aging, and much more in a variety of settings. Contact her to discuss how she can help fit your needs.

Amy Norris (She/Her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina. She has a Master of Social Work Degree (MSW), and is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Amy is also EMDR trained.

Amy's goal is to provide you a safe space to talk, help you identify areas of struggle, and empower you to make the changes you desire.

Amy is passionate about women's issues. She is trauma-informed and has experience working with anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness/terminal illness, and life transitions.

Chelsea Powell MSW, LCSWA (She/Her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in the state of North Carolina. She has a Master of Social Work Degree (MSW), and is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Phi Alpha Social Work honors society and a member of Black Girls In Social Work.

Chelsea is a compassionate and caring therapist who is dedicated to helping people navigate life's challenges. With a warm and empathetic approach, Chelsea creates a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or other mental health concerns, Chelsea is here to support you on your journey to healing, growth & change.

Chelsea is passionate about helping you navigate childhood trauma. She is trauma-informed and has experience working with anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness/terminal illness, and life transitions. Chelsea works with children and individuals 5 and up.

Summer Parkins Davis MSW, LCSW (She/Her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina.

As a therapist, she strives to support young adults (18-35) who are working toward recovery from trauma. She works with clients who have experienced a variety of traumas including sexual assault, accidents, interpersonal violence, arrests/incarceration, abuse and neglect in childhood, etc. Common goals in her work are eliminating unhelpful thinking, eradicating feelings of guilt and shame, enhancing future safety, increasing self-esteem, and improving self- advocacy skills.

Additionally, she encourages her patients to work with her to create goals specific to their needs and circumstances. In your sessions, y'all will work together to unravel negative cognitions

and replace them with healthier ones regarding your experiences and future. This is often done through Cognitive Processing Therapy, but she am also happy utilize a person-centered approach. Your sessions together will include empowerment, empathy, and gentle challenging where appropriate.

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Ginni Hefner, MSW, LCSW-A (She/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in the state of North Carolina. She has her Master of Social Work Degree (MSW) obtained from Appalachian State University. As a therapist, her goal is to provide a genuine, comfortable atmosphere allowing her clients to navigate life’s challenges and process past and current experiences without fear of judgement.

She provides a person center approach allowing her clients to guide each session while continuing to provide therapeutic modalities appropriate to aid in meeting each client’s individual goals. She works with clients through many areas of life with experience with depression, anxiety, and a variety of traumas. She is comfortable and welcomes working with children as young as age 5 with a desire to partner with parents who struggle with the challenges of parenting.

She has experience with adults, and children, with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). She has a passion for working with women in the perinatal period of life and identifies the difficulty of becoming a mother and recognizes these changes do not stop after delivery. She has a certification as a Certified Grief Informed Professional as well as experience with Alzheimer’s Disorder and navigating life as a caregiver. In your sessions, she will meet you with compassion and a drive to assist in whatever obstacles arise.