Meet Our
LICENSED TEAM
Our licensed team is dedicated to working with individuals, families, and couples to enhance their well-being and mental health. Our clinicians have a range of specialties that they work with.
Founder
Amy Johnson MSW, LCSW
Amy earned her MSW from UNC Chapel Hill and has worked extensively with children, individuals, and families who have experienced a range of mental health issues including trauma. Amy is passionate about teaching and helping all individuals change their stories and create their own paths.
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Speech Language Pathologist
Sherry Nowack, CF-SLP
Sherry earned her BS in Sociology and BA in Spanish from Austin Peay State University and her MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Baylor University. As a recent graduate, she is excited to join A New Leaf as a speech-language pathology clinical fellow. Sherry brings experience working with individuals across the lifespan to support their communication goals, and she is passionate about empowering clients through personalized therapy.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
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Stephanie Sampson, MSW, LCSWA
Stephanie is an experienced Social Worker with over 30 years having worked for the Cumberland and Sampson Counties Department of Social Services. She obtained her BSW and MSW from Fayetteville State University. Stephanie focuses on adolescents and adults, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other holistic interventions to address client concerns. Her warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental demeanor creates a safe space for clients to develop coping skills and make progress in therapy.
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
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DezNique Graham, MSW LCSWA
Dez'Nique (Lexus) Graham earned her BSW and MSW from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She also completed training in Play Therapy for children and adolescents. Although she specializes in Play Therapy for children and adolescents with various mental health and behavioral challenge(s), she enjoys working with all ages. She is excited to help create a safe space for you to grow and 'turn over a new leaf.'
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Hannah Yokeley, MSW, LCSW-A
Hannah gained her BSW from Western Carolina University and her MSW from Campbellsville University. She has worked with families of individuals with autism and people who have been diagnosed with ADHD. She enjoys helping individuals, couples and families find unique ways to approach their goals and any challenges that may arise. She is passionate about creating opportunities for growth and giving back to the community she was raised in.
Founder
Mackenzie Toland, PhD, LMFT, BCBA, LBA
Mackenzie is an alumni from our very own Methodist University. She continued her studies at Pfeiffer University where she earned a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Mackenzie completed her behavior analysis coursework at Florida Institute of Technology. She earned her PhD in Psychology from Grand Canyon University. Mackenzie strives to look for the good in everyone. She has a mission mindset and works hard for those that do not have a voice.
​Director of Speech Language Pathology
Caitlin Anderson, MA CCC-SLP
Caitin earned her MA in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Caitin has experience working with children with communication needs ranging from articulation, expressive/receptive language, ASD and hearing loss. She is passionate about following the child’s lead using evidence based practice. Caitlin enjoys working with families to provide coaching and support.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Sean Steele, EDD, LCSW
Sean earned his MSW from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ and EDD from Nebraska Methodist College in Omaha, Nebraska. Sean has worked extensively with people with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders, children with autism, seniors, and persons with a disability. Sean is passionate about working with teenagers struggling with depression and anxiety, and individuals with relationship issues. Sean has also received training in Sex Therapy with the Buehler Institute in Laguna Beach, California, and has completed research and presented on self-compassion.
North Carolina License #C016393
South Carolina License #TLS 629 CP
North Carolina Social Work Board
South Carolina Social Work Board
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Jessica Wurster, MSW, LCSW-A
Jessica earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She has experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, supporting children and families through evidence-based practices. Jessica is passionate about improving mental health and dedicated to advocating for individuals in need. She strives to create a compassionate, safe, and inclusive environment where every client feels heard, valued, and empowered to grow.
​Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor- Associate
