Dr. Jerrilyn Stokes, LPC-S, RPT-S, BC-TMH
Dr. Jerrilyn Stokes, LPC-S, RPT-S, BC-TMH is a licensed professional counselor and national certified counselor. She holds a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from Dillard University, New Orleans, LA, a Master of Science Degree in Clinical Counseling from Loyola University, New Orleans, LA and a Doctorate of Professional Counseling degree from Mississippi College, Clinton, MS. In addition, she has a specialization in career counseling, play therapy, and trauma focused care. She is a registered play therapy-supervisor , a certified integrative nutritional health coach and trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing which allows her the opportunity to incorporate a variety of techniques and alternative/holistic options to clients.
Dr. Stokes has been working in the field for ten years. Her field experience includes, but not limited to working with at risk youth, parents of at risk youth, college students, juvenile offenders, child/adolescent, and families. Through her experience with these populations she has counseled clients dealing with parenting/child relationship issues, risky behavior, anger, grief, adjustment/transition, acculturation, stress, self esteem, and employability skills/career concerns. Much of her private practice work is geared toward women of color who deal with work-life balance, life transition concerns, and intergenerational trauma.
In addition to her professional work, she has gained experience in community based and collegiate program development, grant writing, and program evaluation. She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the Alpha Phi Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International. She is also the founder & lead therapist at Progressive Movement Counseling & Consulting, LLC. All that she does is done because she chooses to live a purpose driven life, which she also desires of her clients.
Kimbrelia Dixon, M.S., LPC
Kimbrelia Dixon is a dedicated licensed mental health therapist with a fervent commitment to supporting individuals in their journey towards emotional well-being. Holding a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS, and a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College, Clinton, MS, she brings a solid educational foundation to her practices.
Driven by a passion for dismantling the stigma surrounding counseling and sexuality within the African American community, Kimbrelia strives to empower individuals to embrace their mental health journey fully. Her goal is to equip them with the tools needed to lead intentional and purpose-driven lives.
At Progressive Therapy, LLC, Kimbrelia specializes in addressing issues related to intimacy and sexuality. Her areas of expertise include tackling challenges such as performance anxiety, relationship dynamics, restoring intimacy, sexual identity and orientation, sexual evolution, and healing from sexual trauma. She finds fulfillment in working closely with pre-marital, traditional, and non-traditional couples, facilitating growth and understanding within their relationships.
Central to Kimbrelia's approach is her belief in the transformative power of counseling. She sees it as a vehicle for individuals to cultivate self-awareness and to rewrite their personal narratives, ultimately leading to a more enriched life from within. In the words of Maya Angelou, "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you. Through her work, Kimbrelia endeavors to empower her clients to embrace their stories, embrace their sexuality, and embrace life to the fullest.
Audrika Lewis, M.S., P-LPC
Audrika Lewis, M.S., P-LPC, is a provisionally licensed professional counselor with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a minor in Religion from Mississippi State University, and a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College. She is working toward completing a Ph.D. in Psychology with a concentration in theology.
Mrs. Lewis has been in the mental health field for over 8 years. She has worked in research & community mental health. She currently provides individual & couple counseling services to individuals challenged with relational issues/concerns, trouble navigating relationships both past and present, difficulty with communication, future planning, and pre-marital counseling at Progressive Therapy, LLC. In addition, she provides counseling and support to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and work-life balance.
Mrs. Lewis is also a Certified Group Fitness Instructor. She combines her passion for working with marriages & families with her love for fitness and health in therapy, small groups, and challenges for individuals considering marriage, those persons who are already married and need a little help in certain areas, and brides-to-be looking to strengthen themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually before getting married. She launched her business, Building Biblically LLC earlier this year where she serves as a wife coach, public speaker, and blogger. Building Biblically is about reminding and encouraging herself and others to choose daily to live a more Christ-like life. Mrs. Lewis wants the work she does and the life she lives to reflect what she believes, and she is a firm believer in the idea that our belief drives our behavior. Mrs. Lewis’s goal is to help each of her clients become a better version of themselves through a biblical lens because better people promote better marriages, which builds better families and communities.
Mrs. Benford has worked in the arts as an actor, director, and acting instructor for 10 years. While doing this she saw a deeper need for the students she serviced and that led her to counseling. At Progressive Movement, she provides services to children and adolescents who battle with depression and anxiety as it relates to issues at school, relationships with family, and self-esteem. She focuses on emotional regulation while integrating theater techniques which creates a unique counseling experience. Ashia uses her experience as a theater artist to help her clients write their stories, express their feelings, facilitate growth, and create meaningful change.
Philece Smith holds a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College. With experience across various age groups, she employs a systemic therapy approach, emphasizing understanding relationships and systems. Philece values authenticity, collaboration, and a safe therapeutic environment, focusing on clients' strengths and resilience. Her therapeutic toolkit includes elements from CBT, existential, narrative, and solution-focused approaches, aiming to guide clients toward more adaptive habits and a more fulfilling life.
Natasha Griffin
Natasha Griffin, who is both a therapist and caregiver, is well-versed in the importance of helping others process their issues through listening, feedback, and action. She is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) with a passion for providing quality service to her clients by helping them on their wellness journey. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology from Tougaloo College, Tougaloo, MS, a Master’s in Public Administration from Belhaven University, Jackson, MS and a Master’s of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling from Mississippi College, Clinton, MS. She is one of the therapists at Progressive Therapy Counseling & Consultation, LLC where she holds space for those dealing trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, abandonment issues, grief, family issues, phases of life, and being a caregiver.
Added to that, she has seven years of experience helping individuals through the suicide crisis line of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and has been a trainer for QPR – Question, Persuasion and Refer as well. Presently, Natasha is an instructor for Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) as well as Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid. She is also trained in EMDR, a trauma-focused treatment for individuals who may have developed challenges as a result of the trauma they have experienced.
Natasha believes that the keys to healing, power, and success to overcome any situation lie within each of us and that therapy is one of the vehicles through which she helps people access them. Her motto, “Dying to Self to Bring Life to Others”, is lived out daily as a therapist, caregiver, and friend.