Moriah utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and play therapy to provide quality therapeutic services to clients of all ages. Her clinical interests include depression, anxiety, PTSD, and working with military personnel and families. She has experience working with service members, as well as their family members, and works to reduce the stigma associated with seeking treatment.


Moriah currently offers telehealth sessions throughout the state of North Carolina. She enjoys finding ways for to make this modality more interactive by incorporating play and art therapy into sessions along with mindfulness activities.  





Jessica Lykes, MA, LCMHC 

Treatment Team Member

 

​Jessica has years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. She has expertise in treating anxiety, ADHD, ODD, depression, school problems, family disruptions, and teaching de-escalation techniques to both children and parents. She loves to incorporate family sessions into treatment with children and find new ways for families to connect. 


Jessica is a passionate advocate for mental health care and works to reduce the stigma associated with therapy.  She is very active and believes movement in therapy helps children engage in the process; whether it's playing soccer together or going for nature walks, Jessica is always up for an adventure!  
 

Rose Yarborough, MA, LCMHC-S, CATP, JSOTS

Clinical Director & Owner


Amanda Bailey, MA, LCMHC-A
Team Leader & Barn Manager

For the last 15 years, Rose has utilized equine therapy to help clients practice the skills necessary to meet their goals in treatment & life. Rose has extensive experience in treating PTSD & has a passion for helping children & veterans recover from trauma. Her other clinical interests include: depression, anxiety, ODD, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, gender identity disorders, & serving the LGBTQ Community. Rose believes that all people are deserving of happiness, healing and second chances.

 

Rose has always loved working in agriculture and horsemanship. She has competed in the Professional Barrel Racing Association where she holds titles as the 2D Pole Bending Champion & 4D Barrel Racing Reserve Champion for the 2011 season. Rose has a heart for rescues and the underdog; she earned her titles on a short rescue horse for whom the farm is named.

 Amanda specializes in using EMDR to treat trauma and enjoys this work immensely. She also utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, art, and play therapy. She enjoys incorporating animals and the outdoors into sessions with clients. 


Amanda enjoys working with all ages. She also enjoys facilitating sessions for couples.  She has extensive experience working with trauma, behavioral concerns in children/teens, depression, anxiety, and issues facing couples.


 Amanda volunteers training and certifying dogs for work in therapy practices and has a heart for rescues. She is the author of, "Einstein Learns to Share," which is available on Amazon.

Aubrie Merta, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner 


 

  

​As a combat veteran and military spouse, Cassandra has spent over a decade cultivating a profound commitment to supporting military families and navigating challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy, Cassandra dedicates herself to collaborative work with families, children, adolescents, and adults. Her holistic approach extends to incorporating animals and outdoor experiences into therapy sessions, enriching the healing process.

Cassandra's background and evidence-based therapeutic practices will provide you with the effective and compassionate support needed to break down barriers on the path to recovery.

Cassandra Andrea, BS, MS Intern
Treatment Team Member

Aubrie brings decades of experience to the practice and strongly believes in offering a holistic approach to managing mental health symptoms through compassionate psychiatric care. She believes everyone is capable of change and embracing their full potential.  Her number one priority in establishing care is making sure each patient feels safe, accepted, respected, and heard.  

Aubrie offers medication management services combined with therapeutic techniques. She is able to assess children and adults for ADHD and develop a comprehensive treatment plan for this and other mental health struggles.



Kayla Staples, LCSW, RPT, TF-CBT
Treatment Team Member

Moriah Willis, M.Ed., LCMHC-A
Treatment Team Member

Kayla is a Registered Play Therapist and certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She implements multiple modalities to include Sand Tray Therapy, CBT, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, experiential/recreational therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. 


Her experience and clinical interests include working with children, adolescents, adults, and families that are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, behavioral issues, social conflicts, and self-esteem. Kayla has an extensive background in working with children recovering from trauma and the LGBTQ+ population. As a military spouse, she is also passionate about serving veterans and military families. 


​Kayla believes that creating a space free of judgment where clients can reconnect with nature and their inner selves is fundamental to healing.