Meet Our Team

FOUNDER OF SWCS & LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

I’m no different from the clients I see. Like everyone else, I'm human. I've been through both wonderful and difficult experiences that have shaped who I am and how I help. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who works with adults who have ongoing challenges with depression, anxiety, and trauma, especially racial trauma. My goal is to help you stop feeling overwhelmed and depressed and encourage you to see healing and transformation.

Outside of work you’ll find me cooking, jumping between all my different hobbies, and singing whatever recently remembered song from the 90s and 00s on repeat. (Truthfully, you’ll probably catch me singing in the office too.) In all these areas, connecting with people is my true passion. Being a therapist is an honor, and I love helping people become healthier and watching them create the life they love. Please call and connect today, so we can do the same for you.

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

I’m a lifelong Virginia resident who moved to Roanoke in 2015. I love the mountains and being outside, especially working in my yard. After work, you will most likely find me enjoying a book (some of my favorite authors are Octavia Butler, Margaret Atwood, and J.R.R. Tolkien) or completing an embroidery project on my front porch. I love visiting local makers’ markets and garden centers - I’m always looking for a new plant. I also enjoy tabletop games, and have been playing Dungeons and Dragons weekly with friends for about 6 years.

Working as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe space for individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I approach therapy from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective, asking "What happened to you" rather than "What's wrong with you?" After we meet, I want you to feel not only seen and heard, but also that you have the tools to immediately begin feeling better. This takes courage, but you’ve already made the first step. Let’s keep going. Call or email to inquire about an appointment. I look forward to hearing from you!

RESIDENT IN SOCIAL WORK

I’m a compassionate and skilled pre-licensed therapist dedicated to helping teenagers navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience. If you find yourself seeking support in managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or sexual reactive behaviors, I am here to help you. I possess a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing these sensitive issues, in a safe and non-judgmental environment for healing and growth.

With a deep understanding of the unique struggles faced by teenagers, I use evidence-based approaches in creative ways to fit your specific needs. Through individualized counseling sessions, I offer a nurturing and comfortable space where teenagers can explore their emotions, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and cultivate a positive self-image. Whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, or sexual offending behaviors, I am committed to helping teenagers heal and transform their lives in a positive way. Schedule your first appointment today, and let’s explore how I can help you.

DOCTORAL CANDIDATE

Jacoby Loury is a doctoral candidate of Virginia Tech's Counselor Education and Supervision program (anticipated graduation: Spring 2024). He broadly aims to investigate how counselors are trained and prepared for their role, while advocating for school counseling practice at the local and state level.

Jacoby started his career as a professional high school counselor for Stafford County, Virginia and for the 2022-2023 academic year, served as a part-time school counselor at William Fleming High School. His professional background involves multiple years of providing professional development, clinical supervision, and teaching.