Our Team
Sheree Spencer, LMFT
Clinical Director & Founder
Sheree is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a deep commitment to supporting children, adults, and families through every stage of their healing journey. She brings over a decade of experience in the mental health field, combining evidence-based practices with a warm, collaborative approach to care.
Sheree established the group practice to serve as a safe and inclusive space where individuals and families can feel seen, heard, and supported. Her clinical work is grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care, with a focus on helping clients navigate life transitions, relational challenges, parenting stress, and emotional wellness.
She also leads Teaching, Love & Care Community Services, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering parents and caregivers in underserved communities through training, resources, and wellness programs.
Sheree is passionate about building community partnerships and multidisciplinary teams, including High Fidelity Wraparound services and collaborative care with clinics and providers; centered on holistic support for youth and families.
Sophire Nelson, LCSW
Sophire Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, emotional blockages, trauma, and negative self-image. She enjoys working with clients who are dedicated to living more mindful, empowered, and fulfilling lives.
A North Carolina native, Sophire takes a holistic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based practices such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, breath-work, somatic experiencing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotional Freedom Technique (also known as Tapping). She is also certified in the Safe and Sound Protocol, a listening-based intervention designed to help regulate the nervous system and reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress.
Sophire creates a warm, supportive space where clients can explore the root causes of their symptoms and reconnect with their inner strength. She believes that healing involves both insight and action, and she equips clients with practical tools—such as CBT, meditation, and relaxation strategies—to support emotional balance and everyday well-being. Sophire values psychoeducation as a core part of the therapeutic process. She helps clients understand how their brain and body respond to stress and trauma, believing that this knowledge fosters a deeper sense of control, safety, and self-compassion.
Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they shift from a place of chaos to one of clarity and peace—releasing what no longer serves them and stepping fully into their potential.
Clinician
Teadora Seidorf, LCSW-A
Teadora is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with a strong commitment to supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and the journey toward holistic wellness. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, she approaches therapy with empathy, authenticity, and a deep respect for each person’s unique experience.
Teadora believes in meeting clients exactly where they are. Her work is rooted in the understanding that many coping patterns—while no longer serving us—were once essential for survival. Through a trauma-informed lens, she helps clients gently explore these internal dynamics and build new pathways toward healing and growth.
Her therapeutic approach integrates mindfulness-based practices, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and a strong foundation of trust and rapport. Teadora creates a supportive space for individuals to process their emotions, reconnect with their values, and develop practical tools to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Her work is guided by the belief that healing isn’t about erasing pain—it’s about honoring it, learning from it, and using it to shape a more grounded, empowered future.
Clinician
Kayla Fenty, LCSW
Kayla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. With a warm and compassionate approach, she integrates evidence-based modalities—including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—to help clients build emotional resilience, regulate their emotions, and reshape unhelpful thought patterns.
Kayla believes that healing happens in relationship, and her goal is to create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. She honors the unique strengths each client brings and works alongside them to explore their experiences, deepen self-awareness, and develop tools for meaningful change.
As a trauma-informed clinician, Kayla supports clients in understanding how their past may be influencing their present—while empowering them to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Outside of her clinical work, Kayla enjoys cozying up with a good book, hiking local trails, and spending time with her two cats—who she lovingly admits might be the real bosses of the house. A Marvel fan and story enthusiast, she brings curiosity and creativity into her work, helping clients reconnect with their own story from a place of strength and self-compassion.
Clinician| Healing & Recovery Advocate
Kelli Miranda, LCSW-A
Kelliann “Kelli” is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with over a decade of experience across diverse social work settings. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Peace College and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California. Her work is rooted in compassion, cultural responsiveness, and a deep commitment to meeting clients where they are.
Kelli is known for her ability to build trust and connection, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where individuals feel empowered to be open, vulnerable, and heard. She has extensive experience working with youth, transitional-aged young adults, and older adults, tailoring each session to the unique needs and goals of the person in front of her.
Drawing from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem Solving Therapy (PST), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Kelli supports clients in identifying and reframing unhelpful patterns, developing coping strategies, and moving forward with intention and clarity.
Her trauma-informed, client-centered approach encourages individuals to take the lead in their healing process—supporting them as they define what progress looks like on their own terms.
Clinician
Emilee Landreth, LCSW-A
Emilee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with a deep commitment to supporting individuals who serve on the front lines—military personnel, first responders, and those in high-pressure roles. Growing up in a family rooted in both military and first responder service, Emilee’s passion for mental health was shaped early in life and solidified during her first job within the first responder community. There, she witnessed firsthand the critical need for accessible, discreet, and trauma-informed support for those who are often expected to carry the weight of others’ crises.
Emilee holds a Master of Social Work with a concentration in Disaster and Collective Trauma from Tulane University. Her clinical work is grounded in trauma-informed care and integrates evidence-based modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also certified in Individual and Group Critical Incident Stress Management, equipping her to support clients through acute stress and recovery following traumatic events.
With compassion and clarity, Emilee helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD, while empowering them to reconnect with their resilience and sense of purpose. Her approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that healing is possible, even in the aftermath of profound challenge.
Emilee brings both professional expertise and lived empathy to every session, offering a safe space for clients to process their experiences and move forward with strength and support.
Clinician| Trauma & Crisis Specialist
Dani Frank, LCSW-A, LCAS-A
Clinician
Dani is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate with a passion for supporting individuals living with substance use and co-occurring disorders. She also works closely with family members affected by addiction, offering a compassionate and trauma-informed space to heal and grow. As a person in long-term recovery, Dani brings a unique level of empathy and insight to her work.
She integrates evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and 12-Step principles to meet each client where they are. Dani honors the individuality of the recovery process and tailors her approach to support each person’s unique path to wellness.
Originally from Georgia, Dani earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia. She has experience across multiple levels of care including residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient treatment settings.
Dani is committed to helping clients and their families break free from the cycle of addiction and discover their capacity for lasting change. Her approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and grounded in the belief that healing is always possible.
Support Staff
Christi Gonzalez
Care Manager| Health & Wellness Specialist
Christina Gonzalez serves as a Care Manager with a heartfelt commitment to supporting individuals and families navigating mental health challenges. Her passion for this work began early in life, growing up alongside her younger autistic sibling. As a respite provider for her sister, Christina gained firsthand insight into the unique needs of neurodiverse individuals and the powerful impact that personalized, compassionate care can have on overall well-being.
Her professional journey began as a psychiatric technician supporting individuals in acute psychiatric care. During that time, Christina witnessed the transformative effects of holistic, person-centered support and deepened her commitment to making mental health services more accessible, responsive, and healing-focused.
Christina is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, driven by her desire to more deeply understand human behavior, mental health systems, and evidence-based interventions. This academic path directly supports her goal of becoming a Behavioral Healthcare Manager—equipping her with the skills to design, oversee, and refine care plans that are both clinically sound and empathetically driven.
With a foundation grounded in both lived experience and professional dedication, Christina is passionate about creating environments where individuals—whether patients, families, or professionals—feel supported, understood, and empowered to thrive.
Lawrence Black, M.Ed., EP-C, CHES
Lawrence Black is a seasoned health and wellness professional with over 20 years of experience in case management, community health, and program development across clinical, military, and community settings. He currently serves as the Soldier and Family Readiness Specialist for the North Carolina Army National Guard, where he coordinates services, builds community partnerships, and supports service members and their families through education and resource navigation.
Lawrence holds a Master of Education in Human Resource Studies from Colorado State University and a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Clemson University. He is a Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM), a Certified Health Education Specialist (NCHEC), and certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
A proud veteran of both the United States Air Force and South Carolina Air National Guard, Lawrence brings a deep understanding of military culture and a lifelong dedication to service. His career has included roles with Humana Cares, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and various wellness initiatives supporting individuals across the lifespan.
Known for his empathy, leadership, and collaborative spirit, Lawrence has received multiple accolades—including six Atrium Health Values in Action awards—and continues to be a passionate advocate for holistic, equitable care.
Care Manager | Veteran | Health & Wellness Specialist
Care First Medical Billing Services
Billing & Credentialing
Bradlie Carpenter is the founder of Care First Medical Billing Services, where she leads with a passion for helping providers succeed in the business side of private practice. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges clinicians face when launching and maintaining their practices, Bradlie offers personalized, detail-oriented support that allows providers to focus on what matters most—caring for their clients.
Bradlie and her team specialize in full-service Revenue Cycle Management, as well as individual services such as credentialing, consulting, and training. By intentionally working with a limited number of clients, she ensures that every provider receives the dedicated attention and tailored solutions they deserve.
Her collaborative, transparent approach has made Care First an essential partner for practices seeking reliable and knowledgeable billing support. Bradlie’s commitment to excellence, responsiveness, and integrity helps providers feel confident, informed, and empowered in navigating the operational side of mental health care.
To learn more about her services, visit: www.carefirstmedicalbillingservices.com
