Counseling Services Staff

Director of Counseling Services
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Dr. Haynes is the Director of Counseling at North Carolina A&T State University. Dr. Haynes has over 20 years' experience as a clinician and over fifteen years' experience in higher education leadership. Haynes received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Eckerd College, Masters, and Doctors of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from Saybrook University. Dr. Haynes also completed his Masters degree in Business Administration from Troy University.

After completing his education, Dr. Haynes accepted a teaching position with Troy University as an Assistant Professor in the graduate counseling program. Dr. Haynes is a clinical Psychologist, and a licensed Mental Health Counselor, with over 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Haynes is also a qualified supervisor for license mental health counselor interns in Florida and North Carolina.

Assistant Director of Counseling Services, Training Coordinator
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Ms. Dalton is a National Certified Counselor as well as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor for the State of North Carolina. She has worked in Counseling Services at North Carolina A&T State University since 2002. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina A&T State University. She is a member of the North Carolina Counseling Association, North Carolina College Counselor Association, the American Counseling Association, and the North Carolina Coalition Against Sexual Assault. Her professional interests are college student development, career counseling, date rape, sexual assault, and domestic violence.

Clinical Counselor
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Tremia Barnard holds a Master's of Science in School Counseling from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate. She has worked as a School Counselor since 2017. Her philosophy of counseling is holistic, which takes every aspect of the client into consideration including their culture, environment and community. Tremia utilizes "Client- Centered" and "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy" approaches in working with students. Her ultimate goal is to support clients in a safe and supportive space where they can collaborate to set and reach goals. Tremia's special interests include trauma focused therapy, family and relationship issues, and domestic violence.

Clinical Counselor, Website Content Contributor
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William Batchelor is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and is a nationally certified counselor. Originally from Newton, Massachusetts, "Will" holds a BA in Peace and Conflict Studies from Guilford College and a MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. He has worked with a range of populations in collegiate and behavioral health settings addressing a variety of concerns. Will integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Person-Centered and Relational Cultural theories to help guide his practice. Will is LGBTQIA+ affirming and his clinical interests include neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, trauma, healthy relationships, career exploration, identity exploration, time management, and organizational skills.

Clinical Counselor
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Derrick holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Sport Management from Winston Salem State University and received his Master of Education in School Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D in Organizational Leadership at Gardner Webb University. Derrick is committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential. His experience spans in various areas, including grief counseling, depression and anxiety. He has also assisted individuals with anger management and career counseling, empowering them to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth. His counseling practice includes evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT). These techniques allows him to offer tailored and effective support to each individual client he serves.

Clinical Counselor
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Lyndsay Brown is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology and Audiology from North Carolina A&T State University and she received her Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Winston Salem State University. Her special interests include taking a person-centered approach, working with those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and those who are neurodivergent. Her theoretical framework includes Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She believes assisting people with reaching their goals in life is a collaborative effort within the therapeutic process.

Clinical Counselor
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Robin Campbell is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. She is a graduate of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina A&T State University. She brings several years of experience in College Counseling /Higher Education and has served as Director of Counseling at Bennett College as well as Salem College. Interests include Adjustment Disorders, Self-Care and Healthy Boundaries, Dating Violence, Spirituality, and Personal Growth & Wellness. She is a member of North Carolina Counseling Association, American Counseling Association and a Board Member of North Carolina Coalition Against Sexual Assault. She is also SAFE Zone trained.

Clinical Counselor
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Amber Doby is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate. She obtained her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Marshall University, her Master of Social Work from Pennsylvania Western University, Edinboro. Amber is a solution-focused, strengths-based therapist, and utilizes multiple modes of therapy including Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness-based approaches. Amber strives to offer a safe place to process thoughts and feelings and be heard and understood. Amber believes clients are the experts of their own lives and works with the client to explore experiences, create an individualized plan and learn new coping techniques and skills/tools. Amber has worked with diverse populations, including individuals struggling with ADHD, anger, anxiety, depression, OCD, and childhood trauma. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers.

Clinical Counselor
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Tameka Givens is a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling Associate. Tameka holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from North Carolina A&T State University and a Master of Education in School Counseling from North Carolina Central University. She focuses on helping clients navigate and overcome challenges related to adjustments/transitions, anxiety, depression, and anger/stress management. Tameka is particularly adept at guiding adults through major life transitions, recognizing the impact these changes can have on their mental well-being. She believes that the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity and collaboration and one that feels safe and supportive. She focuses on the client’s strength and resilience. Striving to help clients find tools to cope with life’s stresses, she utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Approaches.

Clinical Counselor
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Jodeci Paige is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. Jodeci holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Healthcare Management from Campbell University, and she received her Master of Education in Counseling from North Carolina State University. She is a member of the American Counseling Association. Her special interests include supporting individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and adjustment challenges due to grief after facing a loss. She is trained in Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy and has participated in various grief education programs: Certificate in the Art of Dying: Integrative Thanatology, Claire Bidwell Smith's Comprehensive Grief and Loss Training, and is trained as a Certified Grief Educator by David Kessler. Her therapeutic approach integrates Humanistic, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based, Existential, and Spirituality techniques.

Clinical Counselor
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Mariah Rhodes is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor from Shelby, NC and a Nationally Certified Counselor. She obtained a BA in Psychology from East Carolina University and MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University. Mariah has a special interest to serve college-age minority women and men among topics and disorders including, but not limited to; depression, anxiety, time management, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and grief-and-loss. Mariah utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach which allows individuals to examine how healthy and unhealthy thoughts and feelings can impact overall patterns and behaviors through techniques such as journaling, cognitive restructuring, and mindfulness skills.

Clinical Counselor
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Blessinda Staton is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems & Operations Management from University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania - Lock Haven. She is a member of North Carolina Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, and National Alliance on Mental Illness - Guilford County. Her clinical interests include anxiety, interpersonal relationships, self-compassion, and anger management. Blessinda integrates techniques from Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.

Clinical Counselor
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Kimberly Yarborough is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate. She is a dedicated mental health professional with experience in providing compassionate therapy. She obtained her Bachelor of Social Work degree from North Carolina A&T State University, a MS in School Administration from Gardner Webb, and a MS in Social Work from University of Denver. Kim is skilled in a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches, and Solution Focused Therapy. She is committed to fostering a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Her goal is to assist clients navigate their personal challenges and achieve their mental health goals. Kim has worked with diverse populations, including individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and childhood trauma. Her approach is rooted in empathy and respect. She is a member of NASW (National Association of Social Workers) where she serves on the Equity and Inclusion subcommittee. She is also a trained Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity specialist.