• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Over 27 years of experience working with children, adults, and families. Specializes in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Utilizes play, art, and yoga therapy; incorporates mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, trauma-focused CBT, and DBT; emphasizes wellness, nutrition, exercise, spiritual balance, and strong mental health.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master’s degree from UNC-Charlotte, graduated in 1998; EMDR certified.
• Who They Work With: Individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, adults, and clinical supervision.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Committed to meeting clients where they are to help them thrive; believes in the value of assessment to plan treatment.
• Location: 120 Capcom Ave, Suite 101
• Contact: julie@bowmanfamilyservices.com

• Credentials:  Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
  
• Areas of Specialization: Rachel has over 8 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families with ADHD, depression, anxiety.
  
• Treatment Approach: Rachel utilizes eclectic, holistic, and solution-focused approaches to suit each client’s individual needs; including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and motivational interviewing.
  
• Academic Credentials: Rachel obtained her Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is EMDR certified.
  
• Client Populations: Rachel specializes in working with adults, adolescents, and families.
  
• Therapeutic Passion: Rachel is passionate about creating a supportive atmosphere where people can talk about what is bothering them and a safe space to explore solutions to their issues.
• Contact: rachel.watson@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Licensed Clinician Social Worker (LCSW)
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Over 21 years of post-graduate experience. Specializes in anxiety disorders and OCD.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Person-Centered Supportive Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing; focuses on client strengths and incorporates Positive Psychology concepts.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master’s degree from Springfield College, graduated in 2004; Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional.
• Who They Work With: Adolescents, adults, and elders (65+); offers individual therapy sessions.  He provides school-based therapy for Wake Forest High school within WCPSS.  
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Dedicated to creating a non-judgmental space where clients can express emotions freely; aims to help clients get unstuck and challenge barriers holding them back.
• Location:  1740 Heritage Center Drive, Suite 201
• Contact: chris.toller@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: With over 15 years of experience, Dana specializes in trauma-focused therapy, grief and loss, women’s issues, couples counseling, and supporting individuals with anxiety and depression.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Dana uses an integrative approach to therapy, blending evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and CCTP (certified clinical trauma professional) to support emotional healing and personal growth. She is trained in Prepare and Enrich and Gottman approaches to couples counseling. Dana believes in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can work through their challenges at their own pace.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master’s in Social Work from Adler University in Chicago, Certified in Trauma-Focused Therapy and DBT.
• Who They Work With: Dana works with individuals, including adults and adolescents, who are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression.  Dana has a particular interest in women’s issues. 
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Dana is deeply passionate about helping clients process their emotions and develop the skills to create a more balanced, fulfilling life. She strives to empower clients by helping them build resilience and healthier coping strategies.  
• Location:  1740 Heritage Center Drive, Suite 201
• Contact: dana.wilkins@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA)
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Meagan has over 2 years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, family therapy, ODD, IDD, and ADHD.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Meagan believes in a client-centered approach, utilizing evidence-based techniques to empower individuals and families to overcome challenges and achieve personal growth.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master’s degree from Montreat College; Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina.
• Who They Work With:  Children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with adjustment issues.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Meagan is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges, fostering resilience, and promoting mental well-being.
• Location: 120 Capcom Ave, Suite 101
• Contact: meagan.canipe@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA)
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Ashley has over 2 years of experience working with children and families.  Ashley specializes in facilitating communication, understanding, and connection, creating an environment where positive change can occur. 
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Ashley believes in fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages open dialogue and personal growth.  She specializes in providing child centered play therapy to children. 
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master of Science (MS) in Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
• Who They Work With: Children, adolescents, young adults, and families seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Ashley is dedicated to helping clients achieve positive change through improved communication and connection.
• Location: 120 Capcom Ave, Suite 101
• Contact: Ashley.mills@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA).
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Rachel has over 1 year of experience specializing in women’s issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, career planning, transitions to adulthood, and family therapy.  
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Rachel takes a holistic approach to therapy, blending evidence-based techniques with a warm, personalized style. She believes in empowering clients by helping them build self-awareness and effective coping skills.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Rachel received her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health from Liberty University.
• Who They Work With: Individuals, couples, and families struggling with life transition.  Premarital and marital counseling, and career assessment.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Rachel is dedicated to helping clients overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and develop the tools needed to live fulfilling, balanced lives.
• Location:  120 Capcom Ave., Suite 101
• Contact: Rachel.Schwenn@BowmanFamilyServices.com

Credentials: Master of Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) ​

• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: With extensive experience supporting clients through grief, anxiety, life transitions, and family conflict, Rachel specializes in helping individuals navigate relationship patterns, boundary setting, and emotional overwhelm. Her background includes work with children affected by domestic violence, hospice and end-of-life care, and private practice therapy seeing a variety of clients with differing backgrounds and needs.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Rachel draws from a strengths-based and relational approach grounded in the psychodynamic approach, Polyvagal theory, and attachment-based work. They integrate techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Somatic therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and are informed by trauma-sensitive and culturally responsive practices.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master’s in Social Work from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, with clinical training in private practice and hospice settings.
• Who They Work With: Rachel works with adolescents (12+), adults, and older adults. They are especially passionate about working with individuals navigating anxiety, grief, transitions, and the lasting impact of family dynamics.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Rachel is collaborative and curious as a person and in sessions. She believes in the power of self-compassion and emotional insight to create lasting change. Rachel is committed to helping clients uncover patterns, process traumas, rebuild confidence, and develop healthier relationships—with themselves and others.
• Contact: rachel.crickmar@bowmanfamilyservices.com

• Credentials: Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with Trauma-Aware Training
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Kara has taught yoga full-time for four years and previously taught college and high-school English for twelve years. Her yoga sessions integrate mindful breathwork, movement, and meditation.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: She encourages students to explore the intersections of movement, meditation, breathwork, and journaling so they can discover their uniqueness, potential, and to live authentically.
• Educational Background & Certifications: 300-hour YTT (complete June 1, 2025) from Yoga Soullective; Prenatal YTT from Blue Point Yoga; 200-hour YTT from Tennessee School of Yoga; MA in English from NC State; MA in Children’s & Young Adult Literature from the University of Roehampton, London.
• Who They Work With: Kara works with individuals ranging in age from 14 through adulthood. She also offers small group sessions.
• Why They’re Passionate About Yoga Therapy: Kara believes that yoga connects people to their most authentic selves and that it has deeply positive, lasting effects on individuals. She is passionate about helping people, no matter what challenges they are facing, by giving them tools they can utilize in their daily lives.
• Location: 120 Capcom Ave., Suite 101
• Contact: info@bowmanfamilyservices.com

Yoga Therapist

• Credentials: Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (ERYT-200), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Yoga for Somatic Awareness Trainer, Certified Breathwork Facilitator, Mental Health First Aid Certified.
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Ashley brings over 5 years of experience as a trauma-informed yoga teacher with a focus on behavioral health. She specializes in working with trauma survivors, both adolescents and adults, in clinical settings. Ashley has facilitated yoga therapy in youth behavioral health hospitals and continues to support patients across multiple levels of care.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Ashley uses a whole-person approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit. Her sessions integrate Hatha, Yin, and Restorative yoga with guided breathwork and meditation to support somatic healing. With a deep respect for each individual’s path, Ashley creates a safe, embodied space that empowers clients to become their own best advocates.
• Educational Background & Continuing Education: Ashley has completed extensive continuing education in trauma-informed care and somatic practices through seminars and workshops designed for integrated patient care. Her training is rooted in both ancient practices and modern behavioral health principles.
• Who She Works With: Ashley works with adolescents, adults, and trauma survivors, particularly those navigating emotional regulation, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. She is experienced in both individual and group settings within inpatient and outpatient environments.
• Why She’s Passionate About Yoga Therapy: Ashley believes that healing begins with awareness. She is passionate about offering therapeutic yoga as a bridge between physical movement and emotional resilience, helping individuals reconnect with their bodies and inner wisdom.
• Location:  120 Capcom Ave., Suite 101
• Contact: ashley.knight@bowmanfamilyservices.com

• Credentials:  Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA).
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: She supports clients navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, emotional regulation difficulties, and relationship stress. Her clinical style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trust. Mary believes therapy works best when clients feel safe to be themselves and have the space to grow at their own pace.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: She uses a person-centered approach and integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and family systems work. For younger clients or those who benefit from creative expression, she incorporates play therapy, sand tray, and art-based interventions to support insight, connection, and healing. Mary also enjoys working with parents and caregivers to strengthen communication and build practical skills that support growth at home.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Mary Wolinski is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina. She holds a Master of Science degree in School Counseling and completed additional graduate-level coursework to meet the state requirements for clinical licensure. With over five years of experience as a school counselor, Mary has a clear understanding of how emotional, academic, and family challenges often overlap throughout different stages of life.
• Who They Work With: In her current work, Mary provides counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Mary is passionate about creating a welcoming, supportive environment where individuals and families feel seen, understood, and encouraged as they move toward meaningful, lasting change.
• Contact: mary.wolinski@bowmanfamilyservices.com

• Credentials: LPA—Licensed Psychological Associate, HSP-PA—Health Service Provider Psychological Associate
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Anna has over 20 years of experience helping clients with ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Emotional Dysregulation within family systems and the school environment with special knowledge in 504 accommodations and IEP processes.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: She utilizes a systems-based approach through cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), along with other evidence practices to help clients develop a strong repertoire of coping skills to navigate and overcome obstacles throughout their lives.
• Educational Background & Certifications: Master’s degree at the specialist level in School Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Certified ADOS-2, Youth and Teen Mental Health Provider, former CRM—Community Resilience model teacher.
• Who They Work With: Anna works with adults, families and children of all ages from preschool age through college and into adulthood. Anna provides a no judgement atmosphere of acceptance of all religions and sexual orientations.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Anna is passionate about helping people with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, as well as helping parents and caregivers develop parenting skills that they can utilize at every stage of their children’s lives. Anna thinks therapy can be fun and strength based—incorporating special interests into a variety of experiences, play, and art whenever possible.
• Contact: Anna.chaney@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, Certified Crisis Counselor, Certified Clinical Sports Social Worker (pending)
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Has over 10 years of experience helping clients in settings such as Behavioral Psychiatric (hospital), Community, and School. She also has 2 years of experience working with the National Crisis Hotline. Cheley specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, Conduct Disorder, Mood disorders, trauma-informed care, child-focused family therapy, and athletes. Also, knowledge and experience with 504s and IEPs.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Cheley uses an integrative, holistic approach utilizing evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Family Systems Approach, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).  She aims to help others feel balanced, resilient, and supported across all areas of life. 
• Educational Background & Certifications: Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy, Master of Social Work, Concentration in Clinical Addiction Counseling, Certified Crisis Counselor, Certified Youth & Adult Mental Health First Aider, Certified NC Professional Educator License- School Social Worker
• Who They Work With: Families, Children (4+), Adolescents, & Athletes
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Cheley is passionate about therapy because it’s a non-biased, safe space where people can feel supported, empowered, and heal. She believes people deserve to have the tools to understand themselves, regulate their emotions, and live fuller lives. 
• Locations:  Wake Forest (1740 Heritage Center Drive, Suite 201 & 120 Capcom Ave, Suite 101) and Raleigh (Saturdays Only) (3040 Berks Way, Ste 103, Raleigh, NC 27614)
• Contact: Cheley.Douglass@BowmanFamilyServices.com

• Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
• Years of Experience & Areas of Specialization: Rachel has over 10 years of experience specializing in working with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns while developing effective coping strategies to navigate life’s difficulties.
• Therapeutic Philosophy: Rachel believes therapy should be a genuine, collaborative experience where clients feel safe showing up exactly as they are. Using a strength-based perspective, she tailors treatment to each individual’s unique needs and goals, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all path to healing. Rachel is committed to creating a supportive, judgment-free space where clients can explore difficult emotions, build resilience, and cultivate greater self-love and acceptance.
• Educational Background & Certifications:Master’s in Mental Health Counseling, certified in Trauma-Focused CBT, and trained in EMDR; soon to be certified.
• Who They Work With:Rachel works with kids, teens, and adults seeking support for behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
• Why They’re Passionate About Therapy: Rachel is passionate about helping individuals reconnect with themselves and others while building the tools and confidence needed to create meaningful change. She strives to empower clients!
• Locations:  120 Capcom Ave., Suite 101
• Contact: Rachel.Townes@BowmanFamilyServices.com