Helping Individuals Heal and Couples Reconnect

Dr. Pia L. Scott-Boston is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Educator, Consultant, and Speaker who specializes in trauma-informed care and couples counseling. She is passionate about helping individuals and couples understand how life experiences, relationship patterns, and unresolved emotional wounds impact their current functioning and relationships.

Her clinical work focuses on supporting adults and couples who are navigating the effects of childhood trauma, relational trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, chronic stress, communication difficulties, and major life transitions. She helps clients move beyond survival patterns by developing greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, healthy boundaries, and stronger interpersonal connections.

In her work with couples, she helps partners identify and interrupt negative communication cycles, rebuild trust, improve emotional intimacy, and strengthen their ability to navigate conflict effectively. She recognizes that many relationship challenges are rooted in unmet emotional needs and attachment experiences and works collaboratively with couples to create healthier patterns of communication, connection, and mutual understanding.

As a trauma-informed clinician, Dr. Scott-Boston understands the impact of adverse experiences on emotional, relational, and physical well-being. She provides a safe, culturally responsive environment where clients can process trauma, explore relationship dynamics, develop resilience, and heal without judgment. Her approach emphasizes empowerment, emotional safety, and practical strategies that support long-term growth and healing.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Scott-Boston has extensive experience in education, leadership, and community engagement. She is committed to increasing awareness of mental health, relationship wellness, and the importance of culturally responsive care, particularly within underserved communities.

Dr. Scott-Boston integrates trauma-informed, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, and strengths-based approaches to help clients gain insight, foster healing, and create meaningful change. She believes that healing occurs through authentic connection, increased self-understanding, and the development of healthier relationships with oneself and others.

Her mission is to help individuals and couples break unhealthy cycles, heal from past experiences, strengthen emotional connections, and build lives and relationships that reflect their values, goals, and sense of purpose.

Specialities

Deidre is a compassionate and dedicated Associate Professional Counselor with extensive experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Tourism Studies, with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation, from Old Dominion University, and holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Deidre takes a holistic, person-centered approach to therapy, grounded in empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard.

She integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and mindfulness techniques to help clients achieve meaningful and lasting growth. Her approach considers the emotional, social, physical, and spiritual dimensions of each individual, fostering a safe and collaborative space for healing and self-discovery.

Her previous roles as a Senior Center Director and Recreation Therapist allowed her to combine therapeutic principles with recreational modalities to enhance independence and improve quality of life, particularly for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Deidre’s unique blend of clinical expertise, community engagement, and therapeutic recreation underscores her commitment to empowering others and promoting holistic well-being.

*** Practicing under the direction of Think Positive Counseling & Coaching Director Pia L. Scott-Boston and under the supervision of Deborah (Debbie) Giordan.

Specialties

• Women's Issues
• Life Transitions
• Couples & Family Therapy
• Therapy for Aging Individuals

Rev. Jenkins is a devoted servant pastor who passionately encourages individuals to engage with their Bible, their hearts, and their faith to nurture a deeper, more meaningful relationship with the Lord. With a strong commitment to spiritual growth, Rev. Jenkins provides pastoral care with a comprehensive approach that spans family systems, spiritual self-care, and therapeutic methodologies for pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling.

In addition to one-on-one pastoral support, Rev. Jenkins facilitates group sessions, offering a collective pastoral experience for those seeking connection and guidance in their spiritual journey. His unwavering dedication to the well-being of others makes him a trusted leader and compassionate counselor, always striving to uplift and empower others in their faith and relationships.

Specialties

• Pastoral Care
• Family Systems
• Grief & Bereavement
• Pre-Marital & Marital Counseling

Chanel is a seasoned leader with over a decade of experience in practice management, specializing in operational efficiency and client outcomes within the behavioral health field. Holding a bachelor’s degree in psychology, Chanel brings a deep understanding of the industry and a passion for implementing streamlined solutions that enhance practitioner performance and patient care. Her areas of expertise include budgeting, workflow optimization, and contract management—skills she has used to drive measurable improvements in service delivery and patient retention.

As the CEO of EOA Services, Chanel is known for her commitment to accuracy, transparency, and personalized support. She partners closely with behavioral health professionals, guiding them through the complexities of insurance credentialing and empowering them to build thriving, sustainable practices.

Chanel’s dedication to the success of her clients, along with her strategic and compassionate approach, has made her a trusted advisor and advocate in the behavioral health community.