State Director

I have been with NCG since June, 2008. I started out as a Community Based Counselor II, then became a clinical supervisor, and an Assistant Site Director at the Virginia Beach site. I obtained my B.S. from Old Dominion University and my MSW degree from Norfolk State University. I am in the process of becoming a registered play therapist, and have started the Crisis Stabilization Program for children and adults at the Virginia Beach site. I also enjoy reading and watching movies.

Site Manager

I started my journey with NCG community in 2022. I obtained my B.S. degree from Old Dominion University, my M.S. degree from Walden University, and continued at Walden University, where I completed my Ph.D. degree in Clinical Psychology. I have been supporting and advocating for individuals with mental health for over fifteen years. I have extensive experience in clinical and counseling with a wide range of clients in various treatment settings, including a nonprofit community agency, a residential setting, and inpatient and outpatient facilities. I also have experience with psychological testing, which includes intelligence tests, aptitude tests, vocational tests, aptitude tests, and personality tests. I am ADOS-2 certified. When I am not working, I enjoy time with my family. 

Clinical Supervisor

With a background in social work, I’ve spent the past few years weaving compassion and innovation into my work across various mental health services such as outpatient, IDD, case management, addiction recovery, and long-term care. I’m driven by a deep belief that healing is holistic—and love crafting fresh, meaningful ways to help people thrive. Outside of work, you’ll find me chasing joy and new adventures with the people I love most. 

Clinical Supervisor

Hello! My name is Avis Edwards. I’m a Licensed Resident in Counseling. I graduated in 2009 from Adler University, formerly known as the Adler School of Professional Psychology, in Chicago with a MA in Counseling Psychology. I have 14 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with children, adolescents, and adults with varying mental health and co-occurring disorders.
I provide culturally sensitive individual, family, group psychotherapy, and crisis counseling. I use a variety of treatment modalities to include but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Crisis intervention, Family Systems Approach, Solution-focused and Motivational Interviewing. I have experience in treating the following: anxiety, depression, ADHD trauma, anger management, phase of life issues, women issues, social skills, grief and loss, stress, substance abuse, and relationship issues. I’m experienced in a variety of settings that include schools, MAT clinic, inpatient and outpatient  substance abuse treatment center, jail, private practice, and community settings.