Peaceful Places, Inc. provides professional counseling services in the states of North Carolina and Georgia.
Specializing In:
- Depression/Anxiety
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Life transitions
- Effects of Past or Current Emotional or Physical Abuse
- Relationships
- & more
Insurance and Rates
Accepted Insurances:
- United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, North Carolina Medicaid
Meet The Team
Ashley J. Hooker, LCMHC- QS
Founder/Owner
Ashley is a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Pfeiffer University and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University. With a decade of professional counseling experience, she holds licenses in both North Carolina and Georgia.
In addition to her counseling expertise, Ashley is a certified herbalist and Reiki healer, adding holistic dimensions to her practice. Specializing in trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she works extensively with adolescents, adults, and families. She adopts an existential theoretical orientation, integrating Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered Therapy approaches into her holistic approach.
Ashley's commitment to therapy is rooted in fostering personal growth and empowerment through tailored, individualized counseling experiences, recognizing the importance of holistic well-being.
In addition to her counseling expertise, Ashley is a certified herbalist and Reiki healer, adding holistic dimensions to her practice. Specializing in trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she works extensively with adolescents, adults, and families. She adopts an existential theoretical orientation, integrating Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered Therapy approaches into her holistic approach.
Ashley's commitment to therapy is rooted in fostering personal growth and empowerment through tailored, individualized counseling experiences, recognizing the importance of holistic well-being.
Corinna Young, LCMHC
Navigating life as can be exhilarating and exhausting. I love working with clients to help them to overcome challenges, grow, and most importantly healing. I find joy in being able to provide a safe, warm, and welcoming space for clients to unpack what is weighing them down and to be open to what is ahead. Clients are the experts of their lives and as their therapist I am here to be an extra set of eyes and ears to help reframe and explore different perspectives, thought processes, and behaviors. I take a hybrid approach to the methods I use (i.e. CBT, Solution-Focused, and Person-Centered) as each client has tailored needs.
If you’re ready to grow, evolve, and heal then I’m here to take the journey with you.
If you’re ready to grow, evolve, and heal then I’m here to take the journey with you.
Nyeema Chisolm, LCSW-A
Nyeema earned her Masters in Social Work from New York University. She has experience working with clients of all ages, from infancy to adulthood conducting individual, family and parent sessions. Nyeema prides herself on being a therapist who meets her clients were they are. She specializes in those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, social skills deficits, trauma, life changes, and parenting.
Nyeema's objective as a therapist is to provide a safe space to promote healing, empowerment and growth so that individuals can achieve their goals. She believes in approaching her work with empathy and compassion to build strong relationships with her clients so they feel comfortable to explore their past, present and future.
Nyeema's objective as a therapist is to provide a safe space to promote healing, empowerment and growth so that individuals can achieve their goals. She believes in approaching her work with empathy and compassion to build strong relationships with her clients so they feel comfortable to explore their past, present and future.
Chesley Holston, LCSW-A |
Chesley Holston is from Concord, NC. She graduated from UNCC with a bachelor’s in psychology, and from the University of Kentucky with her masters in Social Work. Chesley loves all things art and music related and loves to bring those to the therapeutic space.
"We will lean into your strengths and build a positive therapeutic relationship at a pace that you deem appropriate. I look forward to getting to know you and working through the hurdles of life, together." ~Chesley
"We will lean into your strengths and build a positive therapeutic relationship at a pace that you deem appropriate. I look forward to getting to know you and working through the hurdles of life, together." ~Chesley
Diane Jackson, LCSW-A
Diane Jackson is a graduate of “THE” Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH. Diane has a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, as well as a Bachelor of Criminal Justice Administration from Tiffin University. Diane is a passionate Social Worker (LCSWA-NC, LSW, OH). She is equipped with a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Diane has worked with teens, adults, and couples utilizing an array of therapeutic approaches including Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Though she enjoys working with a variety of clients, she especially enjoys working with adolescent and adult women with a focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment, and self-esteem issues.
With a calming and inviting demeanor, Diane strives to create a safe and supportive space for those seeking guidance and healing. Diane seeks to evaluate each person within their environment, provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively navigate life challenges. This begins with starting where you are to develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and responding. “A changed mind can change lives. Let’s begin the journey together.” Diane
Diane has worked with teens, adults, and couples utilizing an array of therapeutic approaches including Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Though she enjoys working with a variety of clients, she especially enjoys working with adolescent and adult women with a focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment, and self-esteem issues.
With a calming and inviting demeanor, Diane strives to create a safe and supportive space for those seeking guidance and healing. Diane seeks to evaluate each person within their environment, provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively navigate life challenges. This begins with starting where you are to develop new ways of thinking, feeling, and responding. “A changed mind can change lives. Let’s begin the journey together.” Diane
Hattie Williams, LCMHC
Hattie graduated from Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, New York with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. She obtained a Master degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, Lynchburg Virginia, and she has over 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. During her practicum and Internship experiences, she counseled culturally diverse populations and individuals of all ages in a variety of treatment settings, both public and private in Charlotte North Carolina and Rock Hill South Carolina. She has provided treatment to individuals in psychiatric hospital settings and has experience counseling in group settings. Hattie believes that each individual has the ability to reach his or her full potential. She uses an eclectic approach to counseling; however, her theory of choice is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). She strongly believes that what we think has a major impact on what we become. Hattie enjoys traveling, bowling and reading.
Tremaine Riley, LCSW
I am Tremaine Riley, NC Licensed Clinical Social Worker receiving my Masters in Social Work from North Carolina Central University. I am passionate about my work in mental health. My relationship with therapy has had a profoundly positive influence on my life and the goal in my practice is to instill those same experiences in you. During our time together, you will address issues that affect your mental well-being, and learn to replace unwanted behavior with new activities. Through talk therapy, I assist with understanding various mental health issues and maintaining mental wellness. I often work well with clients who experience excessive worry, I help with navigating changes and understanding it's not what happens to us but how we respond. I also specialize in working with clients to practice self-care & positive coping skills.
Although seeking help can be intimidating, the results can be profound. It would be my privilege to help guide and support you.
Although seeking help can be intimidating, the results can be profound. It would be my privilege to help guide and support you.
Misty Ellis, LCSWA
Misty is a therapist who applies traditional modalities of Cognitive-based therapy and Motivational Interviewing with a unique style to guide clients toward individual peace and acceptance. An MSW graduate from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, with years of
experience working with women and youth of all ages, she equips clients with coping skills and strategies to combat school issues, family matters, social and emotional challenges, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and fears. With a holistic approach, I provide an open platform to freely self-reflect and aim to increase awareness of strengths and barriers to motivate you towards exploration of your authentic self and well-being with purpose.
experience working with women and youth of all ages, she equips clients with coping skills and strategies to combat school issues, family matters, social and emotional challenges, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and fears. With a holistic approach, I provide an open platform to freely self-reflect and aim to increase awareness of strengths and barriers to motivate you towards exploration of your authentic self and well-being with purpose.
