Brandie Carlton:
Brandie Carlton, MSW, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist and owner of Positive Growth. Brandie received an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Social work from Virginia Commonwealth University.
I work with women of all ages who are experiencing difficulty with self-doubt, shame, and problems with low self-esteem. My focus is on providing you with a safe, comfortable space to reduce difficult feelings and improve self-care. I specialize in shame and self work, which includes self-esteem, self-image, and self-concept, to name a few. We will work together to identify strengths, challenge negative thought patterns, and increase a sense of self.
My practice is diverse in gender, sexual orientation, and age. We like to help people create and strengthen resiliency and develop a better life during difficult situations. If you become one of our clients, we will be committed to your privacy, well-being, and growth.
Laura Jones:
Laura Jones, LCSW received her Bachelors in Social Work with Radford University and Masters in Clinical Social Work from George Mason University. As a clinician, Laura values social justice and inclusivity. Laura has experience working with diverse populations to support people increasing their resiliency and growth during difficult situations. Laura currently works with young adults, adolescents, and children who are experiencing post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Laura uses a combination of therapeutic modalities such as, Trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, expressive therapy, and positive psychology interventions to provide a collaborative, creative, and relaxed person-centered approach.
Mica Claiborne
Ms. Mica Claiborne, MSW in Social Work, is a Clinical Social Worker who has four years of experience working with diverse populations in the mental health field. Ms. Claiborne obtained her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Virginia State University and Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Norfolk State University. Mica specialties include grief, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, post-traumatic stress disorder, and psychosis. Ms. Claiborne’s primary goal is to ensure clients are able to develop healthy patterns of behaviors that can allow them to build relationships and resilience. Ms. Claiborne incorporates a variety of therapeutic approaches to include Family Systems, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Ben McClure
Ben is an LCSW and has worked in the mental health field for several years, earning their Master’s in Social Work at the University of Wisconsin. They specialize in talk therapy using techniques from DBT, CBT, mindfulness, emotion-focused family therapy, internal family systems, and motivational interviewing. Ben has experience working with adults, adolescents, young children, families, and co-parents who are seeking support for a variety of mental health needs. Ben identifies as gay and non-binary, and has experience supporting fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community through psychoeducation, connection to community resources, identity formation, and providing support and information for their families. They have experience supporting clients with needs associated with depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, personality disorders, ADHD, and autism. In their free time, Ben enjoys music, road trips, reality TV, and long walks.
Haley Hunt
Haley Hunt, MSW, Supervisee in Social Work earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from James Madison University and a Master’s degree in clinical social work from the
University of Tennessee. Specializing in Veterinary Social Work, Haley possesses a deep understanding of the human-animal connection and how to navigate the complexities of pet
ownership and challenges faced by animal welfare professionals.
As a clinician, Haley adopts a collaborative and approachable style that reflects her authenticity and unconditional acceptance. Her therapeutic practice is rooted in anti-oppressive, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive principles, creating a safe space where clients feel empowered to explore their experiences. Haley's expertise extends to supporting individuals across the lifespan—children, adolescents, adults, and couples—addressing trauma, pet loss and grief, compassion fatigue, attachment issues, self-esteem challenges, identity exploration, life transitions, and social justice concerns. She integrates diverse therapeutic modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to tailor interventions to each client’s unique needs.
In her free time, Haley enjoys hiking, paddleboarding, spending time with her two dogs, exploring Richmond’s vibrant culinary scene, gardening, and indulging in mystery/thriller
novels.
Mike McLane
Mike is our office manager dedicated to ensuring you have an exceptional experience throughout.