Meet the Therapist

“You Can, You Will, SOAR”!

Taylor Smith, LCSW

My name is Taylor Smith. I have been in the mental health field since 2014. I am currently a Licensed social work. I have my play therapy certification from Temple University. I also am a holistic health coach. I am passionate about mental health. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have experience with working with ASD, trauma, D&A, and children with behavioral issues. I take a systems approach when working with individuals. I like to provide a safe non-judgmental space. I am not only passionate about mental health but also about how we take care of our mind body and spirit. To help achieve one’s goals I work and in collaboration with the individual seeking help.

Ebone’ Jackson, LSW

My name is Ebone Jackson. I have been in the mental health field since 2010. I am currently a licensed social worker. I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have experience working with ASD, trauma, D&A and children with behavioral challenges. My goal is to empower clients to use the skills they have and gain new skills to be the best version of themselves. “My favorite quote is Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” ― Napoleon Hill

Danielle Dennis, MA, NCC, NCSC

Danielle is a National Certified Counselor committed to working with children, adults, and families. Her clinical interests include working with adolescents and adults who have experiences trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life transitions. She is committed to social justice, trauma-informed care, and proudly affirms all who identify as LGBTQIA+.

Danielle utilizes a therapeutic approach that is conversational, collaborative, and holistic. She draws evidence-based insights from Solutions-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and incorporates psychodynamic methodology when appropriate. Danielle is passionate about helping clients utilize their power and agency to create lasting changes to improve the quality of their life.

Sheila Forestal-Gibson LSW

Sheila Forestal-Gibson. She is a licensed social worker with 20+ years of experience. Her passion is working with both young children and adolescents. Her favorite saying is that a dreamer is a doer in the planning stages! She looks forward to supporting you in your goals and wellness recovery and health! She is CCATP certified as well as having over 15 years of experience with therapeutic play and art.

Candace Johnson, LPC

Owner of Purposefully Soaring Counseling Services and Licensed Professional Counselor
I practice therapy from a humanistic approach, which focuses on supporting you with understanding and developing a stronger, sense of self, while building awareness of how you react to life’s stressors. I believe that people are doing the best they can and that we cannot shame ourselves into a better life. I love to introduce clients to how they can practice compassion for themselves and create more meaning in their lives.

My goal as a therapist is to help you use the skills you already have while learning new skill to find a healthy balance.

Candace is a Licensed Professional counselor who treats a wide variety of issues, including anxiety reduction, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, sleep issues, insomnia, self-esteem concerns, grief and loss, adjustment to life’s transitions, stress management, family conflict, anger and communication difficulties. Candace graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a minor and child and family studies. She then went on to complete her Master’s Degree in mental health counseling at Shippensburg University. She has been practicing in the field since 2008, and in previous years, has volunteered her time and services to multiple organizations, including AmeriCorps, Red Cross, and priority one. She also has clinical experience working in partial hospitalization programs, behavior health in elementary and middle schools, outpatient mental health facilities, and higher education.

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Denise Taylor, Purposefully Soaring is dedicated to helping individuals and families reach their goals for wholeness, it is truly a safe space to learn and grow.