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Althea is a powerhouse of creativity! She holds degrees in micro and macro social work and specializes in providing trauma healing services. Althea is the founder of Brighter Day Therapeutic Solutions, a psychotherapy practice that prioritizes trauma response, Unicorn Life Play Therapy, the Training Academy, and the Black Play Therapy Society. Althea is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and is also a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™. Additionally, she is certified as a trainer and facilitator in the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method and is a fully certified Playmobil Pro.Play facilitator. Althea’s expertise lies in guiding individuals and families towards building resiliency skills to move from a state of “Hurt to Healed.” With over 22 years of experience in the mental health field, Althea is also available to provide employee assistance program (EAP) services and mental health consulting services. As a trainer, speaker, and author, Althea is dedicated to sharing her knowledge and expertise to help others.
Kenneth is a youth advocate and a genuine voice for change. As a mental health therapist and school counselor, Kenneth collaborates with individuals and families to understand and navigate life’s challenges. He blends his formal education, faith, and lessons he learned growing up in East Baltimore to address complex issues in unique and impactful ways.
He began his career after graduating from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore with a degree in mechanical engineering but soon felt drawn to serve and uplift families within his community. This shift marked his journey from working with objects to engaging with people. He later earned dual Master’s degrees in school counseling and community mental health counseling from Southern Adventist University. Currently, he serves as the department chairperson at a middle school in Baltimore, MD, while also managing a part-time mental health practice, Part of the Plan Counseling, where he provides mental health counseling and clinical supervision.