Our Team
Meet our team of caring and supportive staff working with you daily to help you reach your goals.
Precious TL Jackson, MA LCMHC-S, CCMC, BC-TMH
Director of Therapeutic Services
Although Precious Jackson counsels all age populations, she enjoys and has a special interest in working with children and adolescents. She realizes that children, during art and play therapy have their own languages. She combines verbal therapy, art therapy, and a variety of developmentally based play therapies to assist children, (especially the younger ones), with self-expression and with understanding the world on their own level.
Mrs. Jackson is certified in Trauma Focus Therapy. She is a Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, and a certified Clinical Military Counselor.
In a world of chaos, where hope is seemingly lost, finding balance can be difficult. Life can be challenging no matter what stage you are currently living in. There are however, advantages to receiving counseling. Participating in counseling helps a person cope with their challenges, hopefully within a timely manner.
“I cannot promise you a quick resolution to your problems, but can dedicate myself to you by offering assistance in a time frame that will address your needs”, states Mrs. Jackson. “In order to achieve change, there must be a commitment to time and hard work as the client and the counselor work together”.
Mrs. Jackson observes interactions, behaviors, and temperaments of each person. She is attentive to the different ways family, friends, and society can influence an individual. While assessing the situation, her focus is on the present as she allows the individual to reflect on their past for the sole purpose of promoting change and growth in their lives. Her method of teaching offers new skills which will bring the individual to a new level of responsibility as she shares encouragement and support in helping individuals stay the course.
JaRae McSwain believes that life can be overwhelming and difficult moments can have a negative effect on an individual. She has a passion to help those who strive to overcome the challenges they encounter.
She and her clients collaborate together to develop a plan which will set in motion their healing process. She works with all ages; children, adolescents and adults.
Mrs. McSwain attended Gardner-Webb University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She later attended Webster University where she received her Master’s Degree.
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Specialist and a TeleHealth provider. She listens with an attentive ear, and is impartial to all individuals; treating all equally. She is non-judgemental to those she counsels, and believes everyone’s story is important.
“I believe my role as a professional counselor is to assist clients in identifying their goals and I am here to help with achieving those goals. I also believe that over time the individual will grow and develop skills that will become a part of their everyday lives,” states Mrs. McSwain. “Whether it’s learning how to deal with past issues or changing behaviors, my desire is to help people see life in a new perspective”.
She is experienced in working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, and grief. She is proficient in attention and mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting and self-esteem.
The first voice you are likely to hear when calling Umbrella of Hope would be that of Mrs. Carson. She will also be the one who greets you when you visit our office.
“I feel that when clients see a friendly smile or hears a calming voice, their day has changed for the better. Taking care of our clients from beginning to end is our priority. We strive to send a message of hope”, states Mrs. Carson.
Mrs. Carson attended Gaston College in Dallas, NC where she received her Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration. She also graduated from Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, NC where she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Management
Alisha Hall uses a collaborative approach of therapy. She finds this method to be very effective in the treatment of her clients. She and her clients work together to achieve the desired goal, which
has been proven to empower the individual. She ensures therapy is conducted in a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental environment.
“I believe everyone is capable of change and can overcome any life obstacle”, states Mrs. Hall.
She attended Gardner-Webb University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, and continued her education at Gardner-Webb University where she
received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health. She is licensed as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and registered as a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate.
Mrs. Hall has worked in private practice and agency settings focusing on mental health and substance use. She has experience working with court mandated clients, specifically parenting and DWI cases. Mrs. Hall also has experience in working with children, adolescents and adults. She has worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, adjustment issues, depression, self-esteem, grief, substance use and other mental health issues.
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Bryan realizes that the client’s treatment doesn’t start with the therapist, but it begins with his
interactions with them. His objective is to not only provide them with information, but to
promote a relaxing environment once they enter the office.
Because of his expertise in management, Umbrella of Hope’s daily operations flow efficiently.
He is accessible to answer any questions the clients may have and he works to alleviate their
concerns.
Bryan builds teams and believes that working as a team brings success. His knowledge and skills
stemmed from his 15 years of employment with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia.
Bryan has worked in management for over 25 years.
His past experiences also included sales, budgeting, research and development. He resolves
critical issues in a timely and accurate manner.
Bryan attended DeVry Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA. He is a Certified Anger
Management Specialist, and a Certified Shoplifting and Theft Addiction Specialist. He received
his training through Diversion Center, LLC.
“My passion is to help everyone I can to achieve their goals. During the Anger Management
classes I teach, the participants are taught coping skills and they are very receptive. Most do not
want the classes to end because they feel they have become a part of a new family. I’m delighted
to made such a huge impact on someone’s life”, states Bryan.