Meet Our Team
Browse our team of qualified, compassionate practitioners to find the counselor that is right for you.

Meet The Founder
Charmaine Dockett
ROHC Founder, Licensed Professional Counselor MA, LPC-S
Welcome to Rivers of Hope Counseling. Charmaine Dockett, LPC and founder of Rivers of Hope Counseling, has spent years working with adults to achieve restoration in their lives through personalized treatment, faith-based counseling, and unrelenting compassion. She brings authentic listening joined with the power of hope into the counseling relationship. When life brings its seasons of challenges and difficulties, Charmaine is confident that a road traveled together is the beginning of change. She believes in the uniqueness of individuals without judgment, and brings faith for the faithful and faithless.
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Jocelyn Cleveland
Licensed Resident in Counseling
Hi. I am a Licensed Resident in Counseling with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Psychology. As a proud 17-year military veteran, I bring a unique perspective to understanding the complexities of balancing daily responsibilities with the demands of home life.

Beth Paul
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Elizabeth is an MSW and a Clinical Social Worker Supervisee (LMHP-S) and obtained a Master of Social Work from Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia.

Shannah James
Licensed Masters Social Worker
Hello, my name is Shannah James, formerly known as Shannah Heymer. I’m a Licensed Masters Social Worker specializing in mental health with 12 years of experience working with adolescents (ages 13 and above) and adults in group counseling, family/marriage counseling, individual counseling, trauma therapy, grief counseling and crisis intervention.

Shaina Lester
Licensed Resident in Counseling
Shaina is very passionate about assisting others on their healing journey. Shaina uses a non-judgmental and compassionate approach when working with clients. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She also has experience working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community.

Katrina Williams
Licensed Resident in Counseling
I am currently a licensed Resident in Counseling. I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and I am currently working on my PhD in Forensic Psychology.
My clinical experience includes the areas of community-based counseling, residential treatment, private counseling, autism spectrum disorders, and crisis intervention.

Carly Moody
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Carly Moody is a Licensed Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy. She earned her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University and earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from East Carolina University. Carly has a passion for helping others heal by finding themselves again.

Yamilet Cardenas
Licensed Resident in Counseling
When a child experiences trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel and for the youth to become challenging. My great passion is bringing healing to youth who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients discover healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their personal relationships. My goal is for the youth to know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe.

Lea Harkless
Licensed Professional Counselor
Hello, my name is Leanora! Please call me “Lea.” Let me help you take a journey and explore what is preventing you from moving forward. Please know that I am non-judgmental, reliable, compassionate, and committed to my clients. I adhere to ethical principles and treat people with dignity and respect. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, fear of change, stress, trauma, relationship issues, oppression, or excessive use of substances, I believe that by working together, we can develop a treatment plan centered on “you” and “your specific needs.”

Claire Tran
Licensed Professional Counselor
Claire Tran is a Licensed Resident in Counseling. She earned her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is working towards state licensure. She has experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. Claire’s main areas of expertise are anxiety disorders, depression, LGBTQ+ community, life transitional concerns, skill building enhancement, coping skill development, and trauma management. Claire has an interest in couples counseling and trauma-focused care.

Sharon Williams
Licensed Resident in Counseling
Hello! My name is Sharon Williams, and I am a licensed LPC-Resident in Counseling. I graduated magna cum laude from Regent University in 2015 with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working with various populations over the past 8 years including children, adolescents, teens, young adults, as well as the aging, terminally ill, those in marriage crisis or a family struggle, and adults going through a life transition. I have also worked with individuals dealing with the mental health of a family member or facing legal situations.

Yvette Kearney
Supervisee in Social Work
Therapy is a journey that includes the commitment of wanting to better yourself. The first step of therapy may be challenging, but that does not mean you have to do it alone. You belong, and you are accepted here.

Eamonn Carolan
Licensed Professional Counselor
Eamonn Carolan is a licensed Resident in Counseling with three years of therapy experience with individuals and families. He earned his Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Mason University. Before entering the counseling field, Eamonn taught special education for three years and worked in mental health crisis de-escalation and prevention for five years. Eamonn has worked with clients experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related challenges, obsessive/compulsive thoughts or behaviors, stage of life challenges, family or work stressors, gender and sexual identity related challenges, and difficulties specific to older adults.

Adam Blevins
Licensed Resident in Counseling
Hello, my name is Adam Blevins. I am currently a licensed resident in counseling and my specialties are stress management, resiliency, and trauma recovery. As a first responder, I have been on the receiving end of exposure to copious amounts of distress and exposure to traumatic events while also trying to navigate life in general. Allow me to assist you in managing your stress, navigating your recovery, and building resiliency for when future challenges arise.

Melissa Byrd
Licensed Resident in Counseling
Hello! My name is Melissa and I have been working in the mental health field for over a decade.Throughout my career, I have worked to support individuals struggling with a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, life transitions, and relationship issues. When working with my clients, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, existential therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques. I provide a non judgmental space where my clients can be heard, supported, and encouraged as they work through their struggles to help move forward.

Kimberleigh Mubarak
Licensed Professional Counselor
Making the decision to attend counseling is not an easy one. It takes courage and strength to admit “I need help”. Though life presents many challenges, I am a firm believer that everyone is capable of working through tough times but there are times when we need assistance. My goal is to empower, encourage, and give my clients the tools they need to work through any season. I am Resident in Counseling in the Commonwealth of Virginia who has always had a passion and desire for helping others.

Tara Johnson
Licensed Resident in Counseling
Hello! My name is Tara Johnson, LPC-Resident in Counseling, and I am a graduate of Walden University with my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. In my educational and clinical journey, I have found the Cognitive-Behavioral approach to be of great assistance; however, I am also aware that everyone is unique thereby requiring the addition of other therapies as warranted to my “mental health toolbox”.

Jessica Holesko
Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi! My name is Jessi and I am here for any and all of your therapeutic needs. Many of our current ‘issues’ are deep rooted within ourselves, coming from relationships and environments from long ago, and up until today. Together we can explore this and figure out the best way for you to move forward. There is never any judgement here, I have worked with people of all ages, backgrounds, faiths, lifestyles, and classes.

Ebone Brogdon
Licensed Resident in Counseling
I am a Licensed Resident in Counseling in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I obtained my Master of Science degree in Counselor Education at Longwood University, specializing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am passionate about helping people navigate life in a manner that is most authentic and helpful to them. I offer a collaborative and holistic approach to counseling, which allows me to work together with clients and gain a perspective of the whole person.

Beth Boothe
Licensed Professional Counselor
Hi, my name is Beth! I believe my job as a therapist is to provide support to my clients as they strive to reach their goals and improve their lives. My goal is to treat each client’s story with the respect it deserves, while providing a warm, non-judgmental space for clients to work through any concerns they may have.

Jasper Boomer
Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Jasper “Boomer” Boomer is a License Resident Counselor with a master’s degree in counseling from Argosy University as well as a master’s in education from George Mason University. He is an Army Veteran with 15 years of experience in Behavioral Health specializing in substance use addiction, Anxiety, PTSD, and Depression.