Kelly Quarles LPC/LPCS

Kelly is the founder of Guided Healing Licensed Clinical Therapy, LLC which she opened in 2019. Kelly utilizes evidence based practices integrated with mindfulness skills, and is here to help safely guide you through the healing process. Kelly specializes in: grief/loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, transitional life issues, sexual assault, postpartum depression, self-harm, sexual identity issues, foster care and adoption, divorce/separation, captivity and relationship issues.

Kelly is a Nationally Certified Trauma Therapist (TF-CBT) with additional training in Mindfulness. She is a graduate of the College of Charleston in 2005 with a degree in Communications and received her Masters from The Citadel in 2008 in Counselor Ed: Clinical Counseling.  Kelly takes a holistic approach to wellness, and helps identify various factors that can present as barriers to happiness. She is determined to help you reach your goals and to guide you in learning how to live authentically, grow and evolve, and to find fulfillment in life.

You are worth it.

Kelly would love to meet you and promises to keep you emotionally safe in this strength-focused therapy process, to meet you where you are, and to help you center your focus on your mind/body connection. She will guide you in your healing journey and will help you learn how to reconnect with yourself. Let's connect.

Kelly also provides Supervision towards Licensure for LPC-A’s, and offers supervision for therapists who are experiencing vicarious trauma from their own clinical work.

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Kristina Barry, MA, LPC, LPCS Candidate, AADC

Kristina (Krissy) believes therapy is very much a personal, creative process in which the journey takes patience and dedication, may turn out to be different than expected, but nonetheless often produces a desirable outcome. Krissy specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families on topics related to identity, gender, sexual orientation, women's-specific issues, relationship stress and codependency, spiritual and existential issues, substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, perfectionism, and life transitions that may bring about unwanted stress.

Krissy graduated from Winthrop University in 2010 with Bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Spanish. She received her Master's degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology from The Citadel in 2013. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor Candidate (LPCS Candidate), and certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC). She is trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT skills, EFT skills, and LGBTQ+ competency. Krissy is also trained in and incorporates empirically-supported spiritual practices, including therapeutic tarot and ritual, into her practice.

Krissy's approach is centered around you, hearing you, and working collaboratively with you on where you would like to go and who you would like to be.

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James wilder LISW-cp

James’s positive outlook in life is what led him to becoming a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.  He has experience in helping clients manage stress, depression, anxiety, trauma and crisis intervention.  All of this experience has been used in both group and individual settings which has helped him to hone his skill.  When focusing on his clients, he practices a “non-judgmental” outlook which allows clients to be themselves and to feel comfortable opening up. 

In 2011 James graduated West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV where he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.  From there, he went on to the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC where he graduated with his Masters Degree in Social Work. After graduate school, James worked in an intensive outpatient setting, treating various diagnosis. James uses a solution focused therapy approach that allows the client to take charge in solving life stressors. 

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Jessica Winn LPC, ADC-IP

Jessica believes that therapy is a process of healing and transformation. She believes that what makes therapy work is stepping into a session with the willingness to be vulnerable and honest. While sessions can be formal and direct at times, Jessica believes in the power of just having a conversation. Jessica promotes an environment that is relaxed, open, encouraging, and non-judgmental. She strives to make you comfortable as you work together to develop growth (and everyone knows growth can be uncomfortable). Jessica specializes in working with couples and individuals on topics related to relationship discord, substance use, anxiety, depression, stress, and major life transitions. 

Jessica graduated from Charleston Southern University in 2015 with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Minor in Health Promotion. She then graduated from the Citadel in 2019 with her Master’s in Clinical Counseling. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC 7910) and is actively working to achieve her certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling. Jessica has experience in a multitude of therapeutic skills and techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills, Emotion Focused Therapy Skills, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. 

Jessica is honored to provide therapy via telehealth only – serving those that might not be able to access in-person services. She is looking forward to meeting you soon and embarking on your journey of personal growth!  

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Lauren Wray LPC

Lauren considers therapy to be one of the most important spaces a person can enter. She strives to create a welcoming and warm therapeutic relationship, where people can navigate their experiences in a non-judgmental atmosphere. Throughout the process, Lauren seeks to meet you where you are at and acknowledge the strength it takes to heal. 

Lauren received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of South Carolina, with a minor in Women’s & Gender Studies. She graduated from the Citadel Graduate College in 2018 with her Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology. Lauren is a Licensed Practicing Counselor (LPC.) She specializes in working with individuals who are navigating trauma, grief, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, relationship stressors, emotional dysregulation and numerous other life difficulties. She is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. 

Lauren believes that telling our stories is an essential part of healing and growth. She would be honored to meet with you and hear your story.

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Leigh Ann lichty lpc, atr-bc

Leigh Ann is a Board Certified and Registered Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She enjoys working from a collaborative, person-centered approach, using creativity and creative thinking to promote a relaxed, non-judgemental therapeutic space. She strives to guide clients in recognizing individual strengths, cultivating self-compassion and progress towards fulfilling personal goals.

Leigh Ann's life-long art practice and joy in helping others is what led her to art therapy and counseling. She earned a BA in Interior Design and Studio Art in 2001, and after working in commercial interior design, changed careers, earning an MA in Art Therapy from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2015. Leigh Ann has training in S.A.F.E. EMDR (Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR) and also incorporates ACT, IFS, and DBT skills, CBT, and mindfulness.

Leigh Ann works mostly with teens and adults and enjoys helping clients navigate life transitions, women’s issues, identity, chronic illness, trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, mood regulation, and stress. While she is skilled with incorporating artmaking in therapy, Leigh Ann uses art materials only when a client is comfortable doing so. She is experienced in and enjoys traditional talk therapy and adjusts her approach depending on each client’s needs. Leigh Ann looks forward to meeting you and supporting your unique wellness journey.

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Sabra Hand LPC, adc

Choosing to make that first call and connect with a therapist can be tough. Sabra believes that one of the most important pieces of therapy is creating a comfortable and safe space. Her therapy style is relaxed, honest and non-judgmental. She welcomes everyone and has a passion for working with adolescents and young adults and the unique challenges that can come with that time in life.

Sabra is a Charleston local who graduated from Emory University in 2010 with a BA in Psychology. She started working in the mental health field in 2011 and received her Masters in Psychology with a focus on Clinical Counseling from The Citadel in 2015. Sabra is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a certified alcohol and drug counselor (ADC). Her therapy approach is patient-centered and based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational interviewing. She also integrates aspects of ACT, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness skills and is trained in LGBTQ+ competency.

Sabra would love the opportunity to meet you and help you navigate whatever life may be throwing at you. 

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Elisabeth Peters LPC

Elisabeth is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate through life’s challenges. She specializes in helping her clients cope with anxiety, perfectionism, depression, trauma, relationship issues, attachment, grief, family changes, and life transitions. She will create a nonjudgmental and accepting therapeutic environment where meaningful growth can be fostered. Elisabeth is trained in DBT, CBT, ACT, grief counseling and mindfulness. 

Elisabeth is originally from Clemson, SC, and graduated from Clemson University in 2013 with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Psychology. She then went on to earn her Master’s Degree and Education Specialist Degree in Counselor Education from Clemson University in 2016 (Go Tigers!). She has been working as a counselor in the Charleston area ever since, and loves being able to help and support this community. She believes every feeling matters; every thought matters; and every story matters. She would love the opportunity to meet with you and be a compassionate witness to your life story as you begin your therapeutic journey towards healing.

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Leandra Vallez LPC

Navigating the concerns of yourself, your child or your adolescent’s well being can be complex and complicated in difficult seasons. Leandra has dedicated her career to supporting children, preadolescents, adolescents and emerging adults navigate and heal from obstacles and challenges they may face. It is her mission to provide a safe and authentic place to process experiences, to all those who are seeking change. She works to celebrate individual uniqueness, encourage growth, and empower individuals through the therapeutic relationship.

She has a strong background in working in the areas of anxiety, athletics/sports, anger and behavioral concerns, grief/loss, family changes, life transitions, and school issues. Leandra tailors her work to best fit an individual’s specific needs and uses a variety of evidence-based practices and developmentally appropriate interventions to meet the goals she and her client create together. 

Leandra graduated from the University of Alabama in 2013 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. She then pursued her Master’s Degree in Counselor Education and an Education Specialist Degree from Clemson University and graduated in 2016. She truly believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the positive impact, healing, and change it can bring. She would be honored to walk alongside you or your child in an important season of their life. There’s still time for things to get better. 

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Keishla Soto-Sanchez LPC

Keishla believes her role as the therapist is to trust you as the expert of your own experience as she guides you through the therapeutic journey toward your goals. Keishla utilizes evidence based practices with an integrative and holistic approach by using a variety of methods. Some of these include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills, Family systems therapy, and others. Additionally, she is excited to offer all services in Spanish as she is a fluent native speaker.

Originally from Puerto Rico, she graduated from Eastern Washington University with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. She started working in the mental health space as a job coach to adults with disabilities in 2015, then became a Registered Behavior Technician for a few years and received her Masters in Psychology with a focus on Clinical Counseling from The Citadel in 2022. Keishla is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). 

Keishla’s path to becoming a counselor has been shaped by her extensive background in ABA and the passion to find a way to fill the need to incorporate thoughts and emotions into ABA therapy. She specializes in working with children and adults diagnosed with developmental or intellectual disabilities as well as their families, but enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Her experience working with individuals and family systems on a variety of topics includes but is not limited to: navigating transitions in life, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, behavioral parent training, autism, ADHD, ODD, anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, trauma, stress, chronic illness and pain. Keishla is passionate about helping people of all ages with chronic illnesses navigate the difficulties that come along with managing an illness, the roadblocks in the medical system and supporting young adults transitioning into adulthood who are learning to take charge of their care for the first time. 

She promises to provide a safe space in which she will support you through affirming, culturally competent and trauma informed care.

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grayson bainbridge LPC-A

You have taken a difficult and brave step seeking therapeutic care. Now that you are here, Grayson looks forward to connecting with you! Grayson strives to provide an open and supportive atmosphere to aid in bridging the gap between your life today and the life you are looking to create for yourself. She approaches her work with clients with curiosity, warmth, authenticity and humor, alongside her passion for supporting individuals on their trek through all of life’s unique challenges. It is Grayson’s belief that the therapeutic process can be transformative for so many in their journey towards healing, connectedness, and self-discovery. She believes that her role as a therapist is to collaborate and accompany her clients as a “copilot” through their experiences of change in a nonjudgmental way, knowing that you are the expert in your own life and already possess the inner strengths to navigate challenges given a safe and trustworthy environment.

While Grayson welcomes everyone’s individual needs and stages of life, she has experience and expertise working with adults, young adults, teens and members of our LBGTQIA+ community across a variety of topics including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, panic, emotional dysregulation, low self-esteem, sleep issues, relationship stressors, and other life transitions. Using a holistic and eclectic approach to therapy, Grayson utilizes a person-centered, strengths-based view, pulling tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She provides evidence-based, inclusive care to each of her clients, meeting you exactly where you are.  

Grayson is a Charleston native from James Island and enjoys all the Lowcountry has to offer. She graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree from Clemson University in 2018. She then went on to earn a Masters in Psychology with a focus on Clinical Counseling from The Citadel in 2023. When Grayson is not with Guided Healing, you can find her volunteering with animal rescues, spending quality time with family, striking up a conversation with a stranger, or sitting in the sun with a feel-good book. Grayson believes therapy should serve as a safe place to challenge yourself to become the best version of you. Let Grayson help you pave that path and lead you back to you.

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Jacob Blessing LPC-A

Jacob believes therapy is a collaborative process and hopes to help create a space of curiosity and safety. 

Jacob is a play therapist and is passionate about working with kids and adolescents. Play therapy is an evidence based way of conducting therapy, which allows children space to process their behaviors and emotions using their own language, play. Jacob advocates for kids and teens by helping bridge the gap between them and their parents. 

Jacob enjoys working with people of all ages, cultural, racial, religious backgrounds, as well as the LGBTQIA+ population. He has experience working with people in trauma recovery, as well as those struggling with identity issues, anxiety and depression. One of his specialities is working with neurodivergent individuals of all ages, and kids/teens who are struggling with attention, behavioral, and emotional regulation. 

Jacob uses a variety of counseling techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment based therapy, narrative therapy, and emotions focused therapy. 

Jacob comes to Charleston by way of central Kansas, Chicago, Illinois, and Colorado. He graduated with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health in 2023. 

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Emma looby

Emma is a New Jersey native who received her undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston in 2020. She is currently pursuing her Master's in Clinical Counseling at the Citadel. When she is not greeting clients at the office, Emma can be found cozying up with her pup and a good book. Emma is excited to be a part of the Guided Healing team. 

J. Quarles

With a background in architecture, home building and community building, J. brings a focus on client relationships and management. Look for this guy behind the scenes and he’ll do his best to help you with the little stuff.

J. is the Co-Founder of Guided Healing Licensed Clinical Therapy, LLC.

• University of Virginia, Master of Architecture

• Clemson University, Bachelor of Science in Architecture