Meet Our Team

I have 29 years of experience in the field as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Abuse Professional. I graduated from UNCG/A&T Joint Social Work Program in 1991 with my BSW and after working in Hospice and Home Care for several years returned to school and obtained my MSW in 1996 from the University of South Carolina –Columbia, School of Social Work. I obtained my LCSW in 2004 and my LCAS in 2018. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and have several years experience working with Complex Trauma. I provide clinical supervision for licensed social workers, counselors and substance abuse professionals. I have worked in multiple settings including schools, home health care, hospice, hospitals, community mental health centers and private agencies. I have worked in both rural and urban areas doing in home and clinic based services with both adults and children. I feel that due to my background and experience I can assist persons from varying backgrounds with a multitude of issues through their journey to recovery and stabilization from mental health and substance use. In addition to my clinical and administrative experience I have provided training to students, lay persons and peers on the local, state and national levels. I have trained both on administrative and clinical topics addressing the needs of children and adults. I am married and have two children. I have lived in North Carolina all my life but have travelled extensively in the United States and Internationally.

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Alandria Hunter specializes in supporting individuals, children, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward healing. Her background includes experience in crisis support as a first responder, which has deepened her understanding of how acute and long-term stress impacts mental health. Alandria’s approach is rooted in holistic wellness, focusing on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit to help clients achieve balance and growth.

She uses a person-centered approach, ensuring that each client’s unique strengths, experiences, and goals guide the therapeutic process. Her therapeutic style is eclectic, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, mindfulness practices, and somatic techniques to create a personalized path toward wellness.

In her work with children, adults, and families, Alandria strives to create a safe, compassionate space where clients can explore the past, heal unresolved wounds, and thrive in the present. Whether working with children, adults, or families, her goal is to foster a supportive environment where clients can embrace their stories, recover from the past, and flourish in the present.

Bethany Hagopian has been working with clients both in-person and online since 2021. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina and has taken additional steps to become a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Bethany is passionate about working with clients who are committed to personal growth and dedicated to the therapeutic process.

Her approach to counseling is centered on creating a warm, accepting, and open-minded experience. She believes that lasting progress in therapy stems from a strong therapeutic relationship built on genuine understanding, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. Bethany has experience working with individuals dealing with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, sexuality concerns, school and life transitions, ADHD, and acute and chronic trauma.

Bethany emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment tailored to each client’s unique needs. While she incorporates various therapeutic modalities, she often approaches therapy through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) lens, focusing on how thoughts influence emotions and experiences, and a Relational Cultural Therapy (RCT) lens, which explores the impact of societal dynamics on self-perception and relationships.

Felecia Brown earned a master’s in social work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a bachelor’s in social work from North Carolina State University. Felecia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate in the state of North Carolina. Felecia has experience in many areas of counseling such as child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, substance disorders, mood disorders and anxiety. Felecia has extensive DSS experience providing child protective services, foster care, and adoption services to minor children and families. Felecia has DSS experience with Adult Guardianship and Protective Services. Felecia has several years of DSS management experience supervising a team of social workers providing services to adolescents in foster care and young adults in extended foster care ages 13-21. She has experience working with diverse populations including children and families dealing with transitions in their lives including, but not limited to out of home placement and transitions from foster care to extended foster care/adulthood. Felecia worked with teens to make healthy life choices and young adults transitioning to adulthood making life decisions engaging in independent living skills and sex offenders in group and individual therapy. She has taught independent living skills and employment skills classes to youth and young adults in transition to adulthood. Felecia has experience working as an Inpatient Social Worker Case Manager for the Psychiatric Emergency Services Department. Felecia provides counseling for couples, singles, and partners regarding relationship issues. Felecia has experience working with divorce related issues and children experiencing divorce related issues. Felecia has experience Felecia has experience providing spiritual counseling. Felecia has worked extensively with LGBTQ especially with the adult transgender population diagnosed with HIV. Felecia is a trained Making Proud Choices Facilitator: an evidence -based safer-sex approach to Teen Pregnancy, STDs, and HIV Prevention. Felecia has directed the S.O.A.R Program (Sexual Offender Accountability and Responsibility) and Relapse Prevention Program groups and individual therapy. Felecia has administered SOS Assessments, Vision, Reaction Time (VRT) and Able Assessments for registered sex offenders. Felecia enjoys providing individual therapy because of the impact made on others. Ideally moving people forward to a more wholesome self, this involves establishing coping skills, forming safe attachments within the therapeutic relationship discovering who they are through various reflection techniques while in concert with self-awareness interventions and understanding solutions to problems. Felecia is a member of the National Associations of Social Workers. Felecia is Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy informed. Felecia believes that life’s challenges and hardships can be transformed into areas of hope, meaning and purpose.

I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate (LCMHCA) that earned my M.S. in Counseling from UNC Greensboro. I love working with teens and adults grow towards their best self with whatever support and resources they need from the counseling space. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and more. I hope to provide a warm, safe space for clients to be themselves and begin their quest for growth and moving forward within their lives.

Solomon Abebe, PMHNP-BC, has a diverse background and extensive experience working with various populations, including individuals dealing with trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric issues.

As a Nurse Practitioner at Transitions Therapeutic Care, Solomon brings excellent clinical skills, an empathetic approach, clear communication, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. He takes pride in his patient-centered approach, consistently demonstrating empathy, active listening, and a genuine dedication to understanding his patients’ needs and concerns.

He is adaptable and resourceful, staying up to date with the latest medical research and advancements. This commitment to lifelong learning allows him to provide the highest quality care and implement innovative treatment options to better serve his patients.

​I have wanted to work with children for as long as I can remember. When I graduated from my undergrad, I worked in the school district, working with kids of varying abilities, ages, personalities, and challenges. I developed my advocacy skills to be able to support their parents in helping their children grow. I have a heart for watching kids overcome unthinkable circumstances and demonstrate resilience through trauma. I have had the privilege of supporting adolescents through their high school to college transition and have found joy in watching them achieve their goals. My office is designed to be a fun, safe space for all.

I obtained my master’s of education in clinical mental health counseling from North Carolina State University in 2020. As an advocate, I developed a niche for working with children with behavioral, emotional, ability, and educational differences. I completed TFCBT training through Duke University in 2022. I also have training in sand tray.

If you’re wondering how to support your child through a major life transition, trauma, or emotional challenges, I am here to support you. Through expressive art, play, & a tailored blend of approaches, I am here to provide your child with the skills to overcome obstacles. There is no one “right” approach and I strive to meet my clients’ unique needs.

​Meet Ryan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate who is genuinely dedicated to making an impact on people’s lives. Ryan brings a unique blend of clinical skills, empathy, and a passion for mental health to Transitions Therapeutic Care. Possessing a Masters of Social Work, Ryan is focused on combining knowledge with practical experience in the clinical setting and has a North Carolina Peer Support Specialist Certificate. With a passion for mental health and well-being, Ryan is committed to walking along side individuals through the challenges that they face. His dedication to mental health advocacy reflects a strong belief in the transformative power of therapeutic interventions. Ryan excels at creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that promotes healing for clients. Recognizing the interconnected nature of health and other aspects of life Ryan embraces a holistic approach to his work and understands the importance of considering clients broader life circumstances as part of providing effective therapeutic support. His special interests include working with clients that range from children to older adults. He also has experience in working with children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities.