Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC
Christina has been working in the mental health field since 2015. She gained her Masters in Psychology with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2013. She works with individuals, couples and families helping them to regain control of their lives and find joy in their everyday experiences.
Christina started her work as an Applied Behavioral Analyst (ABA) in Pennsylvania working with adults and children with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism. She then moved to begin working as n Intensive In Home Family Therapist working with at risk teens, where she found her passion in helping adolescents. After a move to Georgia in 2018, she started working in private practice helping individuals, couples and families where she really felt her calling.
In 2022 a dream to help the community came to life, an opportunity to make a bigger difference, help clinicians grow and feel supported and reach more people came about and that is why she started Caring Minds Mental Health Professionals.
Christina is licensed to provide counseling services in the state of Georgia and Florida and also certified to provide supervision in the state of Georgia to unlicensed counselors.
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Kendal Harrod, Clinical Director, LMFT
Kendal is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She graduated with her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy through Valdosta State University. She has been in the field for 5 years and enjoys helping people connect with themselves, their emotions, and their families.
Kendal's goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration and the development of tools to navigate life's challenges. Her therapeutic approach is highlighted through a person-centered, solution-focused approach by helping identify individual strengths and increase self-esteem/confidence.
In her role as a therapist, she aims to help clients foster meaningful relationships with self and others, develop interpersonal skills, work through trauma, develop healthy and positive thought patterns, navigate the complexities of grief and pain, and provide guidance through life transitions.
Jocelaine Smith, Mental Health Counselor
Jocelaine supervised therapist, being supervised by Nikhol Jackson, MS, LPC, CPCS, DCC, has over 7 years of experience working with children and adults. She provides therapy to her clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy and Choice Therapy. She is experienced in working with diverse cultures, and is trained in Perinatal Mental Health Counseling.
Jocelaine completed her Master's in the mental health field 2016 and has continued to be driven to learn and work with individuals to overcome challenges and make a positive impact on her client's lives.
She strives to foster collaborative relationships with her clients in order to have the best outcomes and drive treatment.
Jocelaine is a supervised therapist and has a CPCS supervisor.
Bailey Everett, Marriage and Family Therapy
Bailey Everett is a supervised therapist who graduated from Mercer University, she brings a diverse experience working with individuals, couples, and families navigating various stressors. Throughout her time as a therapist, she has worked in Atrium’s NICU/PICU centers, offering compassionate care to mothers and families undergoing significant hardship and stress. Additionally, Bailey has supported a range of clients in community mental health centers, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, marital and family conflict, self-concept development, and low self-esteem.
Utilizing Emotion Focused Therapy and Attachment Based work, she helps clients recognize, validate, and grow through their emotional experiences. The ultimate goal is to guide clients toward discovering their most authentic selves and finding a path to self-compassion, joy, and fulfillment. Bailey provides a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to navigate life's chaos and uncertainty, and is passionate about supporting those who make the brave choice to embark on the therapeutic journey.
Bailey is a supervised Marriage and Family Therapist, under the supervision of Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC.
Ebony Adams-King
Ebony is a supervised therapist who has a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. For over a decade, she has passionately supported clients through individual and couples work to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma healing, grief and loss, and navigate life transitions
Whether you’re facing challenges or seeking personal development, she is committed to providing quality therapeutic services that promote resilience and well-being. She uses a compassionate and empathetic approach to create a space where clients feel safe to grow in self-awareness while navigating difficult emotions and transitions. She specializes in using mindfulness skills to empower clients to change harmful patterns and embark on a journey of self-discovery.
Ebony's therapeutic style integrates cognitive therapy, crisis intervention, and mindfulness techniques tailored to your unique needs and goals.
She is dedicated to fostering healing and personal growth with diverse populations. She believes her outgoing personality and exceptional rapport-building skills create a supportive environment where you can feel understood and empowered.
Ebony is a supervised therapist, under the supervision of Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC.
Jesse Weber, Pre-Licensed Therapist
Jesse has been actively working in the mental health field since 2022. He earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from LaGrange College in 2022.
Jesse specializes in providing therapeutic services to children of all ages, utilizing a blend of modalities, including Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. He has significant experience working with children and adolescents facing challenges such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, behavioral issues, and adjustment disorders.
Jesse is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for children, enabling them to express themselves freely as they navigate and address personal struggles and hardships.
Jesse is a supervised therapist, under the supervision of Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC.
Andrew Ruuth, Pre-Licensed Social Worker
Andrew, received his Masters in Social Work, MSW, from LSU and provides therapy to individual adults in various stages of life. He enjoys working with families and couples along with individuals of all ages.
Andrew specializes in addiction and substance use issues as well as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. He integrates evidence-based practices like CBT and mindfulness techniques to create a personalized and empowering therapy experience to manage stress, life transitions, and other obstacles.
Andrew is a husband and a father of 3. Oliver, Maddie, and Gabriel. He enjoys spending time with his family. He has lived in middle Georgia for 12 years. Andrew is a recent graduate from Louisiana State University and has been working in the mental health field for 6 years.
Andrew is a supervised social worker, under the supervision of Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC.
Hannah Caudill, Pre-Licensed Therapist
Hannah earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Marriage, Family and Couples counseling from Walden University. She specializes in providing therapeutic services for adolescents, adults, and couples. She has experience working with individuals who face challenges with anxiety, depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD and ADHD. Hannah utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help individuals build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and create positive change. She is passionate about meeting individuals where they are in their mental health journey and providing a safe space to promote healing and autonomy as they navigate through personal challenges and Growth.
In her role as a therapist, it is her goal to use a collaborative approach to ensure that individuals know that they are not alone and that they are actively involved in their treatment.
Whether you are looking to manage overwhelming emotions, improve relationships, or gain clarity in your journey, she is here to support you with warmth, understanding, and encouragement. Hannah is a supervised therapist, under the supervision of Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC.
Amari Washington, Pre-Licensed Social Worker
Amari earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Albany State University in May of 2025. She specializes in children, adolescents, young adults, and families, with a special focus on youth who are struggling with anxiety, anger, grief, life transitions, and emotional regulation. She has extensive experience supporting young children and teens who may have a hard time opening up, expressing emotions, or trusting the process. Amari meets clients where they are—no pressure, no judgment, and no expectation to have the “right” words.
Amari's approach is collaborative, strengths‑based, and trauma‑informed. She often incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with practical coping skills, emotional awareness, and communication strategies that clients can actually use in real life. With younger clients, sessions may include age‑appropriate activities, creativity, and movement to help them feel more comfortable and engaged.
Amari's goal is to make the process feel a little less intimidating and a lot more human. She creates a warm, down‑to‑earth space where clients feel safe being themselves, asking hard questions, and even laughing when it feels right. Amari believes counseling should feel supportive, not clinical or cold. Whether working through big emotions, family dynamics, school stress, or major life changes, she aims to help clients build confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of themselves.
Amari is a supervised therapist, under the supervision of Christina Marra, CPSC, LPC.
