CEO

Meet Cortney Stewart—a mental health industry maverick who turns organizational challenges into strategic masterpieces. With nearly two decades of experience building and transforming mental health companies from the ground up, Cortney has worn every hat from Partner and Chief Operating Officer to a sought-after consultant who speaks the languages of both impact and innovation. When she's not restructuring organizations, optimizing processes, or guiding strategic growth, she's proving that business acumen and compassionate advocacy can coexist beautifully. Cortney doesn't just consult; she transforms, ensuring that mental health organizations are not just profitable, but purposeful—bridging gaps between resources, community needs, and meaningful impact, one strategic decision at a time.

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Meet Maurice Harvey, a seasoned mental health professional licensed across the Carolinas who brings warmth, expertise, and occasionally jokes to the Greater Charlotte community. Since earning his BSW from UNC-Charlotte (2008) and MSW from Winthrop University (2013), Maurice has dedicated himself to empowering society's most vulnerable—from group homes to transitional housing, from county social work to outpatient services. With a special passion for supporting low-income and housing-insecure populations, Maurice has spent a decade honing his clinical supervision and consultation skills before finding his home with the C3 family in 2023, where he now serves as Clinical Director.

THERAPIST/ IIH TEAM LEAD

Meet Reba Brown, MSW, LCSWA, LAS—a powerhouse social worker whose mission is to transform lives one compassionate intervention at a time. Armed with degrees from Barber-Scotia College and Howard University, Reba has spent over two decades navigating the complex landscapes of trauma, addiction, and family dynamics. As a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate and Licensed Addictions Specialist in North Carolina, she specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and families wrestling with substance use and traumatic experiences. When she's not skillfully helping clients rewrite their life narratives, Reba is proving that healing isn't just about surviving—it's about discovering strength, resilience, and hope in the most unexpected places.

THERAPIST

Meet LaShawn Cooley, MSW, LCSWA—the therapeutic equivalent of having a wise friend with professional credentials. Armed with a masters from the University of South Carolina and a decade of experience bouncing between medical centers, child welfare offices, and school hallways, LaShawn creates a sanctuary where healing doesn't just happen, it flourishes. She wields Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered techniques like a skilled chef combines ingredients—precisely tailored to your unique flavor of life challenges. When she's not empowering clients or championing social justice, you'll find LaShawn hunting for treasures in shopping malls, getting her passport stamped in far-flung destinations, or incapsulated into the pages of a captivating book.

THERAPIST

Meet Karrisa—a solution-focused therapist who tackles mental health challenges with the perfect blend of scientific know-how and spiritual wisdom. As an African-American, person-centered practitioner on a mission to destigmatize mental health in her community, Karrisa helps clients identify triggers, master coping skills, and prepare for life's inevitable plot twists. She's especially skilled at guiding those wrestling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders toward greater self-awareness and emotional resilience. Armed with an impressive therapeutic toolkit—featuring Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotional CPR—Karrisa doesn't just treat symptoms; she builds authentic relationships where trust flourishes and positive outcomes aren't just possible, they're inevitable. When you're ready to write a new chapter in your mental health journey, Karrisa brings the perfect combination of professional expertise, cultural understanding, and genuine compassion to help turn those blank pages into a story of transformation.

QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL

Meet Gerald Hilliard—a human services veteran whose commitment to community support runs deeper than his 26-year journey as a foster parent. With a Bachelor's in Physical Education and over two decades of experience navigating the intricate world of special needs support, Gerald has been a cornerstone of Carolina Creative Counseling since 2011. When he's not championing community welfare or balancing life with his wife and two sons, he's quietly transforming lives by proving that experience, compassion, and unwavering dedication can be the most powerful tools in human services. Gerald doesn't just work in this field—he's lived it, breathed it, and continued to evolve with it, one family at a time.

THERAPIST

Meet Patricia Krikorian, MSW, LCSW—a mental health maverick with 25 years of experience who earned her degrees from Catholic University of America and the University of the District of Columbia. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist since 2020, Patricia expertly tackles depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions with a diverse therapeutic toolkit including mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and motivational interviewing. Her journey through community social services has equipped her to support individuals experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, substance use, developmental disabilities, and various forms of trauma, all while maintaining her core philosophy: healing may be difficult, but there are always opportunities to find joy as she helps clients transform their pain into power—approaching even the darkest moments with compassion, expertise, and just the right touch of humor to make the journey worthwhile.

THERAPIST

Meet K'neadee L. C. Lester-Jackson, MSW, PLCSW—a mental health powerhouse whose passion for advocacy was practically inherited from parents in the education and mental health sectors. This Rochester native, now Charlotte-based, has transformed her psychology bachelor's and Master of Social Work from Johnson C. Smith University (while pursuing a PhD at Carolina University) into a formidable career championing at-risk youth with extreme trauma. From serving as a Guardian Ad Litem to providing psychotherapy in Level Three Residential Group Homes and Level IV psychiatric facilities, K'neadee has mastered the art of meeting young people where they are. As Team Lead for Intensive In-Home services and founder of both Anchored Solutions Group and Fostering Hope Village, Inc., she's revolutionizing support systems for foster youth navigating mental illness and trauma. When she's not busy transforming children's lives, you'll find her registering college students to vote with Rally NC, organizing with Charlotte's Child Abuse Prevention Team, or serving on the board of Daniel's Notes, Inc.—proving that some superheroes wear business casual instead of capes.

QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL

Meet Stephania Jordan—a force of compassion whose superpowers include transforming family dynamics and turning challenges into opportunities. As an Intensive In-Home services specialist, Stephania believes every family's story is worth listening to, worth fighting for, and absolutely worth rewriting. She doesn't just work with families; she partners with them, offering support, guidance, and that magical blend of professional expertise and genuine heart that helps families discover their own resilience. When she's not helping families navigate life's most complex moments, she's probably dreaming up new ways to empower the people she serves—proving that sometimes the most powerful therapy happens right in the living room, with understanding, patience, and just the right amount of hope.

THERAPIST

Meet Chimere Neal, a Charlotte native and Licensed Clinical Therapist who's on a mission to help people unlock their full potential—one therapy session at a time. Educated at North Carolina A&T State University and Barry University, Chimere brings a dynamic approach to mental health that goes far beyond traditional counseling. Whether she's facilitating individual, family, or group therapy, conducting creative art classes, or diving into community service, she's committed to proving that mental wellness isn't just about healing—it's about thriving. When she's not networking or finding innovative ways to support her clients, Chimere is busy breaking down barriers and showing the world that mental health is both an art and a science, with creativity and compassion as her primary tools.

THERAPIST

Meet Cody Pearsall, LCSWA—a mental health maverick who's bringing fresh perspective to therapy while actively pursuing his LCSW. Armed with degrees from Western Carolina University and Virginia Commonwealth University, Cody wields Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) like an art form, blending mindfulness techniques, breathing exercises, and journaling to help his clients navigate life's complexities. When he's not expertly guiding adolescents, college students, and young adults toward their best selves, you'll find him traveling to new horizons, discovering culinary gems, breaking a sweat, or connecting people with life-changing resources. As a Black male therapist, Cody is passionately dismantling mental health stigmas within the Black community—particularly for men—creating spaces where vulnerability isn't just accepted but celebrated. His unique combination of professional expertise, authentic representation, and genuine enthusiasm makes the journey toward mental wellness feel less like therapy and more like finding your way home.