Meet the Columbus Team

Cynthia McCrary, LPC

Life can be full of challenges, and we all need help sometimes. I desire to create a safe space where clients can be vulnerable and begin to find some beauty and purpose in the trials of life. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and I use a variety of counseling approaches to help each individual move towards a place of healing and wellness.

Special Areas of Interest

  • Anxiety

  • Adolescents

  • Career Counseling

  • College Students and Young Adults

  • Depression

  • Grief

  • Maternal Mental Health

  • Spirituality

  • Trauma

  • Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)

Education and Credentials

  • MA in Professional Counseling, Liberty University

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

Accepts

  • BCBS

  • UnitedHealthcare

  • Ambetter

  • Optum

  • Magnolia Health

  • Medicaid

Claire Griese, LPC

I believe that counseling is a collaborative partnership between the counselor and client, and the foundation for this partnership is trust. I strive to create a safe and comfortable space in which my clients can untangle life’s struggles and any resulting patterns that are no longer serving them, as well as learn skills to empower them to take charge of their wellness. I practice from a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) lens, though I incorporate techniques from several other modalities to tailor therapy to each client’s individual needs. 

Special Areas of Interest

  • College students and Young Adults

  • Adults

  • Adjustment and life transition

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma

  • Self-esteem and Self-acceptance

  • Military-related stressors (servicemembers and families)

  • Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

  • Trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Education and Credentials

  • MA in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine

  • BS in Psychology, University of Pittsburgh

  • National Certified Counselor

  • Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider

Accepts

  • BCBS

  • UnitedHealthcare,

  • Tricare

  • Medicare

  • Medicaid

  • Ambetter

Destany Berry, LPC, MS, NCC

My goal as a counselor is to create a space for the client to be their authentic self as well as set meaningful goals for the counseling process. I help clients by using evidence based theories and methods as well as tailoring the individual plans for each person to the client’s unique situation. I believe each client can begin to unravel their challenges and opportunities in life with a new perspective to help them move forward when they are ready to progress. I enjoy working with children, teens, college aged students, and young adults. 

Special Areas of Interest

  • Children & Adolescents

  • College & Young Adults

  • Anger

  • Anxiety

  • Coping Skills

  • Self-Esteem

  • Emotion Management

  • Life Changes

  • Peer Relationships

  • Academic & Career Counseling

  • Stress Management

  • Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Education and Credentials

  • BS in Elementary Education with
    a Middle School Concentration, Mississippi State University 

  • MS in Counselor Ed, Mississippi State University

  • Licensed Professional Counselor 

  • National Certified Counselor 

Accepts:

  • BCBS

  • Medicare

  • Medicaid  

Melanie Tubbs, LCSW

I believe that connecting our mind and body is one of the most important aspects of healing. By creating an environment of curiosity, compassion and support, I approach therapy from a somatic healing perspective. I use a variety of cognitive and dialectical behavior approaches to support a client through the embodied healing process. I have a special interest in the area of complex trauma and how individuals process trauma in their mind, body and spirit. Life is one of exploration and my goal is to help people find their strength, balance and peace in the journey.

Special Areas of Interest

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • Grief and Loss

  • Disordered Eating and Body Image

  • Chronic Illness and Caregiving

  • Parenting and Life transitions

  • Emotional regulation for children, adolescents and adults

  • Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)

Education and Credentials

  • BA in Communications, MS State University

  • BSW, MS State University

  • MSW, University of Alabama

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • TCTSY-F (Trauma Sensitive Yoga - Facilitator)  

Accepts

  • BCBS

  • Tricare

  • Medicare

  • Optum

  • UnitedHealthcare

  • Medicaid

  • Magnolia

  • Ambetter

  • Molina

Janice Baxter, LMFT

I believe in the power of safe, authentic connection to foster growth, and I work collaboratively with clients to uncover patterns, build resilience, and create lasting change. I utilize a combination of approaches including working from a systemic and relational lens to help clients better understand themselves and their patterns. My passion lies in helping clients heal from trauma, rediscover their sense of self, and build the life they truly deserve.

Special Areas of Interest

  • Trauma/PTSD

  • Eating Disorders

  • Substance Abuse

  • Self-esteem

  • Life Transitions/Adjustments

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Grief

  • Trained in EMDR and IFS-informed EMDR

Education and Credentials

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

  • MS in Marriage and Family Therapy, University of Southern Mississippi

  • BS in Psychology with an Emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy, Mississippi State University

  • Level 1 Trained IFS Therapist

Accepts

  • BCBS

  • Tricare

Madison McElroy, P-LPC

I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth through a combination of therapeutic approaches and interventions. With a compassionate and empathetic style, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel heard and understood. My overall focus is on empowering, fostering resilience, and promoting overall well-being. 

Special Areas of Interest

  • Children

  • Adolescents

  • Young Adults

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Adjustment to Life Changes

  • Trauma

  • Grief

  • Family Stressors

Education and Credentials

  • BS in Psychology, Mississippi State University

  • MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walden University

  • Previous experience working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Jennifer Marlow Cook, P-LPC

I provide virtual counseling sessions to offer flexible, accessible support that meets clients where they are. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, you’ll find that my genuine and warm approach remains consistent while my counseling techniques adjust for each individual client. Therapy with me is not about “fixing” but rather collaborating together to explore, understand, and empower you to move forward with clarity, tools, and confidence.

Special Areas of Interest

  • Anxiety

  • Phase of life challenges

  • Transitions

  • Military life challenges

  • Parenting

  • Women’s issues

  • Training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)

Education and Credentials

  • MA in Human Services: Marriage and Family, Liberty University

  • MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University

  • BS in Family and Consumer Science Education, Western Michigan University

  • National Certified Counselor

  • Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor

  • Formation Certificate through Christian Counseling & Education Foundation

  • Certified Prepare and Enrich facilitator

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Miraculas Clemons, LPC

I am passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges by offering a safe and welcoming space filled with compassion, understanding and respect.  I work with clients to explore their strengths, build resilience and achieve meaningful change.  My genuine love for people and commitment to the counseling profession guide my practice as I empower my clients to reach their goals and live more fulfilling lives.  
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, behavioral changes, mood and adjustment disorders and ADHD.  Additionally, I offer faith-based counseling to those who wish to integrate their faith practice into the therapeutic process. 

Special Areas of Interest

  •  Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Adjustment challenges

  • Trauma

  • Relationship Issues

  • Grief/Loss

  • ADHD

  • Faith Based Counseling 

Education and Credentials

  • MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, The University of West Alabama

  • Licensed Professional Counselor 

Accepts

  • BCBS

  • Medicare

  • UnitedHealthcare

  • Medicaid

  • TrueCare

Jasmine Wynn, LCSW

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, you don’t have to go through it alone. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore what’s going on and begin to heal at your own pace. My approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration along with a variety of therapeutic approaches. Together, we’ll work to explore what you’re carrying, what you’re hoping for, and how we can gently move toward healing and growth. I believe in the power of therapy to create meaningful change — not by “fixing” you, but by helping you reconnect with your own inner resilience and wisdom. I welcome individuals from all walks of life and offer a safe, inclusive space for you to feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're new to therapy or returning, I’m here to walk alongside you. You are welcome just as you are.

Special Areas of Interest

  • Geriatric

  • College students & Young adults

  • Anxiety 

  • Depression

  • Grief and Loss

  • Pre and Postpartum Stressors

  • Stress management

  • Women’s issues

  • Parenting

  • Life Transitions

Education and Credentials

  • BSW- Mississippi State University

  • MSW- Our Lady of the Lake University

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

  • BCBS

  • Medicaid

  • Medicare

  • UnitedHealthcare

  • TruCare

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It is the policy of Starkville Wellness Group in accordance with the American Counseling Association Code of Ethics to provide equitable health care without discrimination or harassment for any reason. This includes: race, color, national origin, political affiliation, language, religion, sex, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, legal history, creed, sexual orientation, gender expression or gender identity or other non-medically relevant factor or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.