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Meet The Team

At Hope Restored Counseling Services, our team is dedicated to guiding you on your journey to healing and growth. Our licensed therapists are compassionate, experienced, and committed to providing a safe, supportive environment. Each team member brings unique expertise in areas like trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We believe in the power of personalized care, rooted in both professional knowledge and a deep sense of empathy.

Doreen Boateng - Director/Owner 

M.Ed, LCPC, NCC

Doreen Boateng brings extensive experience in trauma-informed care, ensuring that all services are delivered with empathy, evidence-based practices, and a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity.

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Rae Pearl Canizares - Therapist

MACP, MACMHC, LGPC

Rae Pearl’s experience as a Clinical Therapist at a domestic violence shelter has prepared her for this role at Hope Restored in several ways. Rae Pearl developed skills in several critical areas of mental health, such as assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. 

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Violet Cerritelli - Therapist 

MA, Resident in Counseling

Violet is a Resident in Counseling who specializes in the areas of eating disorder recovery, mood disorders, self-esteem issues, peer relations, and life transitions. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults of all ages, and has experience in bilingual therapy.

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Samantha Oliver - Therapist

MHS, M.Ed, LGPC

Samantha is a trauma-informed, holistic, solution-focused, and culturally competent clinician with seven years of experience within outpatient community health, hospital, faith-based, and private practice settings. I enjoy working with teens, young adults, and adults of all ages.

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Rocio Mackie - Therapist

M.Ed, LCPC

Rocio is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in providing evidence-based treatment for PTSD, depression, and anxiety disorders, with extensive experience serving our Military and Veteran community.

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Joy Turner - Therapist

MA, LGPC

Joy Turner is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor with a strong passion for helping individuals achieve balance in their emotional and mental well-being. Joy’s therapeutic approach is client centered and holistic, tailored to each individual's unique needs. 

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Nana Adwoa Asare-Pepra 

Administrative Assistant

Office Hours: Monday-Friday
9:00am-3:00pm

Email: nadwoa@hrcounselingservcies.com
Office Phone: 571-210-2980
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