Sarah McCarthy, MEd, LPC
Hello! I'm Sarah, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with years of experience in the mental health world.
I received my Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the College of William and Mary. I began working in the mental health world in 2017. I have worked in community mental health, school, and private practice settings. I have been gifted with the opportunity to work with a wide range of individuals who were struggling with diverse situations. ​
Ashley Withers, MEd,
Student Intern
Hi! I'm Ashley. I am currently an internship student at Liberty University, where I am working towards my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I earned my Bachelor's degree in
Elementary Education from East Carolina University and went on to complete a Master's degree
in School Counseling through Liberty. I spent six years as an elementary school teacher, where I
developed a deep passion for helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Shelby Bussells, MSW, LCSW
Hi! I'm Shelby, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Virginia. I earned a B.S. in Sociology with minors in Public Health and Gender Studies from Shenandoah University in 2020 and a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2022. I completed all licensing requirements in 2026.
I have provided a range of psychological services since entering the field in 2020. These services include: individual outpatient therapy, jail-based biopsychosocial assessments, jail-based individual therapy, jail-based crisis intervention services, and bereavement therapy. I have obtained several certifications including Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) and Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART).
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