Charlotte and Matthews Area Premier Therapy Practice Specializing
in the Treatment of Trauma for Teens, Families & Adults
EVIDENCE BASED MODALITIES & MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIES, TELEHEALTH/TELETHERAPY, TRAUMA ASSESSMENTS, TRAUMA THERAPY, DBT, EMDR, TRAUMA FOCUSED- CBT (TF-CBT), PTSD TREATMENT, GROUP THERAPY, DBT, INDIVIDUAL THERAPY FOR ADULTS, ADOLESCENT/TEEN THERAPY, FAMILY AND COUPLES THERAPY. THERAPY JOBS IN CHARLOTTE NC
704-286-MACS (6227)
Meet Our Trauma Trained Therapists
Deep Expertise. Specialized Paths. Personalized Healing.
At MACS PLLC, we are a trauma-focused group practice dedicated to helping individuals heal from complex PTSD, chronic emotional patterns, relational trauma, and the long-term impacts of abuse, neglect, and painful life experiences.
We offer two paths to trauma recovery:
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Senior Trauma Specialists with extensive experience, advanced certifications, and leadership in EMDR, DBT, and complex trauma treatment.
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Associate Trauma Clinicians, highly trained, supervised, and deeply relatable—ideal for teens, young adults, and clients who want a modern, collaborative therapy experience.
Across both tracks, our clinicians work within structured trauma treatment models including EMDR, Adherent DBT, CPT, TF-CBT, somatic integration, and trauma-informed relational therapy.
We invite you to choose the path that fits your season of life.
Two Levels of Clinicians. Two Treatment Modalities. One Standard of Excellence.
Below, you can explore our four treatment quadrants:
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Senior Trauma Specialists – EMDR
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Senior Trauma Specialists – DBT
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Associate Trauma Clinicians – EMDR- Trained
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Associate Trauma Clinicians – DBT- Trained
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Each section provides a curated list of clinicians whose expertise aligns with the treatment model you are seeking.
Practice Owners
Caroline McCloud MSW, LCSW, BCD
Co-Owner & Co-Founder
Chief Operating Officer
LCSW Supervisor
Therapist
Complex PTSD, EMDR, Trauma Recovery, Abuse Survivors, High-Acuity Care
Dr. Kristina Acosta, PhD, LCMHCS
Co-Owner & Co-Founder
Chief Financial Officer
LCMHCS Supervisor
Therapist
Complex Trauma, EMDR, Loss, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Holistic Practicioner, Reiki, Somatic
Senior Trauma Specialists
EMDR
These clinicians provide EMDR for complex PTSD, dissociation, attachment trauma, medical trauma, and long-standing emotional patterns. Ideal for those seeking depth, mastery, and seasoned clinical guidance within complex systems.
Tasha Boileau, MSW, LCSW
Trauma Team Clinical Director
LCSW Supervisor
Therapist
Jennifer Macchia, LCMHC
Therapist
EMDRIA Level II Trained, Certified Play Therapist, Family Therapy with children, teens & adults
Cynthia Kandaya, LCSW
Therapist
EMDRIA Level II Trained, Self Image, DV, Maternal Health, Stress, Anxiety with children, teens and adults
Leigh Hicks, PhD, LCSWA
Therapist
EMDRIA Level II Trained, Behavior Issues, General MH, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Teen Specialist
Kaitlyn Miller, LCSWA
Therapist
EMDRIA Level II Trained, TF-CBT, ACT, Image Based Sexual Abuse with children, teens & adults
Senior Trauma Specialists
DBT
These clinicians treat chronic suicidality, emotional dysregulation, personality dynamics, and long-term relational trauma. Ideal for clients needing structure, accountability, and deep expertise in complex personal dynamics and relationships.
Marissa Johnson, MA, LCMHCS
DBT Team Clinical Director
LCMHC Supervisor
Therapist
Amanda Carson-Wong, Ph.D
Therapist
DBT, Complex Trauma, CPT with Veterans, Behavioral Activiation, Mood Disorders with teens and adults.
Larry Loughery, LCMHC
Therapist
DBT, Complex Trauma, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Mens' Issues, Veterans
Sam Caouette, LCMHC
Therapist
DBT, Complex Trauma, Psychosis, Mood Disturbances, CBT with teens and adults.
Celeste Schmidt, LCMHC, LCAS, CCTP
Therapist
DBT Trained,EMDRIA Level II Trained, Substance Abuse, Trauma Certified, LGBTQIA, Holistic focus with teens, adults & families
Associate Trauma Clinicans
EMDR
Highly trained, relatable clinicians ideal for teens, young adults, any clients wanting a modern, collaborative therapy experience.
These clinicians are EMDR Level II -trained and work under the supervision and consultation of our senior trauma team.
T'Keya Isom, LCSWA
Therapist
EMDRIA Level II Trained, CBT, DBT, Educational Experience, College Adjustments, Advocacy, Working with older kids, teens & adults
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J Alex Baumann, LCMHCA
Therapist
EMDRIA Level II Trained, Veteran focused, PTSD, Transitions, CBT, ACT, Sports Counseling with teens, adults & families.
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Associate Trauma Clinicians
DBT
Ideal for teens, college-age clients, and young adults who want structure, support, and a relatable therapist.
These clinicians are DBT Adherent Trained and deliver DBT skills and trauma-informed therapy while under close supervision through our DBT program.
Rhea Lourens, LCMHCA
Therapist
Adherent DBT Trained, ACT, ADHD, Neurodivergence, Eating Disorders, Diversity, General Mental Health with children teens, adults & families.
Taylor Meadows, LCMHCA
Therapist
Adherent DBT Trained, Mood Disorders, Trauma, ADHD, Dysregulation, LGBTQIA, CBT, Play Therapy & Expressive Techniques with children teens, adults & families.
Kierra King, LCMHCA
Therapist
Adherent DBT Trained, Group Therapy, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Somatic Experiencing with children teens, adults & families.
Grace Reynolds, LCMHCA
Therapist
Adherent DBT Trained, Complex Mood Disorders, Person Centered, CBT, Trauma work
with children teens, adults & families.