Jacqui Johnson, LPC, ATR, NCC, CCMHC, PMH-C, RYT
Founder/Clinical Director of Sankofa Healing Studio
(She/Her/Hers Pronouns) Jacqui Johnson, a Somatic Social-Justice Art & Play Therapist+, prioritizes the need to bridge the Black mental health access gap while upending oppression within healing spaces. Her advanced training in multiple evidence-based modalities informs her unique holistic style blending Art, Play, Storytelling, Hip-Hop, Brainspotting, EMDR, and Energy-based practices. Jacqui is an educator who lectures widely, provides supervision, and consultation, and leads international initiatives that increase training accessibility to Therapists of Color.
Jacqui’s expertise and community work are rooted in the importance of gender and trauma-responsive care. She addresses head-on the complex intersectionality of adverse childhood experiences, race, community violence, and the (in)justice system. This belief is what led her to work with people within the criminal justice system. Jacqui developed and facilitates trauma-responsive art therapy groups at the Philadelphia county jail for women and incarcerated youth, addressing the unique challenges that individuals with trauma, compounded by incarceration, face. She believes that reclaiming our past, provides us with valuable knowledge to protect our future, while understanding and shifting our present condition.
*Intensive Session, Perinatal Mental Health, Art Therapy, Child Trauma, Play Therapy, Hip-Hop Therapy, Advanced EMDR, Advanced Brainspotting, Sound & Energy Healing, Reiki, Certified Kemetic Yoga Instructor, Educator, Supervisor, Approved EMDR & Brainspotting Consultant, Advanced EMDR Trainer **Limited therapy slots - please inquire about rates**
Selina Stanford, MED, Somatic Practitioner
(She/Her/Hers Pronouns) Selina is a graduate of Temple University with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise and Movement. She is a huge proponent of all things wellness. Selina has a deeply rooted love for her community and the mental health of Black people. Selina's goal is to assist the community to a clearer headspace and a prosperous future with their mental health. Selina specializes in holistic integrative therapies that center the mind-body connection for deep healing. Selina provides intensive somatic sessions that can range from 2hrs and as long as 3-day retreat-style healing experiences ideal for athletes and those who are wanting to move through things in a concentrated amount of time in order to be able to move forward with their lives more quickly.
*Sports Performance, Intensive Sessions, Advanced EMDR, Advanced Brainspotting, Reiki, Sound & Energy Healing, Certified Kemetic Yoga Instructor*
Makeiah Milbourne, GRADUATE INTERN STUDENT Specialization: Art therapy
(She, Her, Hers Pronouns) Makeiah Milbourne was born and raised in West Philadelphia and graduated from Immaculata University with a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising, Minor in Business and Studio Arts Certificate. She is currently completing her master’s degree at Thomas Jefferson University Community Trauma Counseling with a specialization in Art Therapy. Makeiah uses a humanistic approach when holding space for clients. She also plans to use creative ways to integrate her passion for sewing and creative talents to help the process of healing clients through art. She hopes to work with a population of adolescent young women who have been in traumatic situations such as dealing with body image, peer pressure, stressful family dynamics and many other issues. Makeiah is dedicated to advocating for clients in addition to creating spaces where they can grow and heal.
*Expressive Arts Therapy*
Eshay Olene, MS, Faith-Based Therapist
(She/Her pronouns) Eshay is a graduate of Cairn University with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. She has a heart for melanated individuals and families impacted by different forms of trauma and/or injustices. Eshay is also passionate about holistic healing, working with youth, and expressive art forms using music, movement, and other creative outlets. She specializes in Bible-based counseling and spirituality and is an experienced Drug & Alcohol Counselor. Personally, Eshay enjoys singing, worship, laughter, language learning, and being blessed by her two children.
*Trauma informed CBT*
Jasmine Dixon, GRaduate Intern Student
(She/Her/Hers Pronouns) Jasmine graduated from Bloomsburg University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She is now completing her Master’s in Counseling Psychology at Temple University. Her interest includes working with Black youth and families who have been impacted by systemic inequality. Jasmine blends Vinyasa Yoga, spirituality, and mental wellness within the Black community. When Jasmine is not holding space for internal healing through therapy, she uses her talents to promote radical self-acceptance for those who are on their hair loc journey.
*EMDR*
Patricia (Trish) Gilbert, GRaduate Intern Student SPECIALIZATION: Play THERAPY
(She/Her/Hers Pronouns) Trish Gilbert graduated from Saint Joseph’s University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational, Development, and Leadership. She is currently completing her master's at Thomas Jefferson University Community Trauma Counseling with a specialization in Play Therapy. Trish uses an integrative person-centered approach tailored to each individual's needs. Her goal is to co-create holistic healing spaces. Trish fiercely advocates for greater mental health and wellness access for Black youth. Trish is a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She is dedicated to supporting families through times of uncertainty.
*EMDR, Play Therapy*
Aliyah Brown, GRaduate Intern Student
She/Her Pronouns) Aliyah, originally from Pittsburgh, is a graduate student in the Counseling Psychology program at Temple University. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at Pennsylvania State University with a minor in Communications, Arts, & Sciences (CAS). Aliyah's passion is rooted in supporting marginalized populations with a specific focus on the Black community. Her integrative approach uplifts the community through advocacy and support while addressing the mental health impact of stress and difficult life circumstances. The goal is to promote healing, awareness, and an overall sense of well-being. When Aliyah is not working in a therapeutic space, she enjoys singing, writing poetry, and dancing/exercising.
*EMDR*