Our therapist

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Kevin Overton-Hadnot is the owner and therapist at Counseling For Us.  He is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate and native of Austin, Texas, holds degrees in Business Administration, MBA in Organizational Leadership, and an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and he founded Counseling For Us to provide culturally competent care and reduce stigma around mental health.

FEES:  Individual: $130 Family/Couple: $145

Aaron Elam is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) passionate about guiding individuals toward positive change and improved emotional well-being. He holds a Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science from Middle Tennessee State University, a Master's of Science in Clinical Research from Walden University, and most recently, a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University.

His primary goal is to help children, teens, and young adults navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and stress. He empowers his clients through a blend of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Person/Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness, all designed to foster lasting positive change. As he often says, "One person can make a difference," and he's ready to help you make yours!

FEES:  Individual: $125 Family/Couple: $145

Nichole Martinez is the founder of Xplore & Empower and a social-service professional with approximately 14 years of experience supporting children, youth, families, and adults.
Her background includes child advocacy, family support, early-childhood development, education, youth sports, coaching, resource navigation, and social services. She is currently completing her Master of Social Work degree and expects to graduate in 2027.
Nichole created Xplore & Empower from her professional experience and her personal journey as a mother. Her goal is to provide young people and families with compassionate guidance, practical tools, and encouragement that helps them grow with confidence. She is completing clinical training under Kevin Overton-Hadnot at Counseling For Us and Ronnie Cauley. 

Melina Hale is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-Associate)

supervised by Chelseyah Bolden, LPC-S, with experience providing compassionate

care to adolescents, individuals, and families. She holds a Master's in Clinical Mental

Health Counseling, with an emphasis in Substance Use Disorders, and is dually

licensed as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) specializing in co-

occurring mental health concerns and patterns of habitual use or behavior.

Melina understands how culture, identity, relationships, grief, and lived experiences can

shape mental health and strives to create a space where clients feel seen, respected,

and empowered. She helps clients explore their experiences, build on their strengths,

and develop meaningful ways to navigate challenges. Her approach integrates person-

centered therapy, ACT, existential therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and IFS-

informed care.

Teilani Lewis is a clinical counseling graduate student pursuing a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Counseling at Capella University and is supervised by Kevin Overton-Hadnot, LPC. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biology from Louisiana State University. Her long-term professional goal is to further her education and pursue a career in neuropsychology.

Teilani has experience supporting youth and families through mentoring, case management, community-based programming, and individualized services. She also has one year of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician, where she provided evidence-based behavioral support to children and families.

Teilani is passionate about serving youth, families, and individuals from diverse and underserved populations. Her developing therapeutic approach integrates trauma-informed, person-centered, strengths-based, and culturally responsive care. She is also interested in equine-assisted and experiential approaches that promote emotional wellness, personal growth, and healing. Teilani hopes to create a safe, collaborative, and affirming environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.

Dr. Marcus Folkes, Assistant Professor of Counseling and Internship Coordinator, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL), Licensed Professional Counselor (TX), and  supervisor who earned his M.S. from Bethune Cookman University and Ph.D. from the University of the Cumberlands. He specializes in working with adolescents and young adults in the child welfare system, focusing on adjustment and traumatic stress, and frequently presents on topics such as trauma-informed care, resiliency, and mental health stigma.

FEES:  Individual: $160 Family/Couple: $180