Ouinn Gee-Edwards is a licensed psychotherapist in DC and owner of Magnolia Mental Health & Hey! Black Girl. Since the beginning of her career in 2014, Quinn has dedicated her professional services to marginalized persons, particularly LGBTQ+ persons and Black women. Due to increased community needs in 2020, Quinn was able to expand Magnolla Mental Health to Atlanta, GA, and bring on an additional 7 therapists. After working directly with clients and patients for almost 10 years, Quinn retired from psychotherapy in December 2021 to focus on expanding MMH and pursuing other personal goals.

A mindfulness-based therapist that takes a holistic approach to therapy, Bobbie is trained in adult mental health first aid to provide support for those in a mental health crisis. They received their B.A. in psychology and women & gender studies from Virginia Wesleyan University, where they became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. They recently served as the mental health committee chair for the Omicron Phi Zeta's chapter of the sorority. They received their M.A. in clinical mental health counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, where they were inspired to learn more about diversity and multiculturalism in the field of counseling and had the opportunity to study abroad with their class in Cape Town, South Africa to discuss anti-racist counseling with master's and doctoral level students within the country. As someone who is African American and identifies as queer, diversity and inclusion are a focal point for them. Currently, they are a licensed graduate professional counselor in Washington, District of Columbia that works specifically with eating disorders, and is a doctoral student studying international psychology with a concentration in trauma services. They aim to bring a more trauma-informed approach to eating disorder treatment and expand the knowledge of the impact eating disorders have on BIPOC individuals.

Dr. Akosoa McFadgion is a licensed master social worker and research psychologist. With over 20 years' experience, she has conducted research that examined child sexual abuse prevention, the intersection of HIV, Substance Abuse, and Domestic violence, and the prevalence of traumatic brain injuries among survivors of intimate partner violence.

She continues to conduct research and training in healthy relationships, trauma, domestic violence, family violence, and how these factors influence the health of women and girls. She is also particularly effective in engaging communities to promote health and wellness for individuals, families, and social service organizations.
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Under the supervision of Wendy Alias, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Dr. McFadgion provides therapy framed with a trauma-informed and African-Centered approach. Her focus is supporting, women, girls, and men who are survivors of relationship violence, sexual assault, and recovering from childhood trauma.

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Dr. Tyris “Ty” Ford was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana (Midwest region). Dr. Ford relocated to Indianapolis, Indiana (home of the Indianapolis Colts Football Team and Indy 500 racetrack) to pursue a college career at Marian University. He worked and lived in Indianapolis for over ten years, with most of his work experience in various healthcare settings.  

Dr. Ford completed his Bachelor of Science (BSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a concentration in Family Practice at Marian University in 2017 and 2020. Shortly after graduating with his DNP, he relocated to the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia) to begin his career as a Nurse Practitioner. In 2022, he launched TNJ Direct Primary Care as an independent practice devoted to providing comprehensive primary care to patients and families who seek a genuine and empowering relationship with their healthcare provider, which they deserve. Additionally, TNJ Direct Primary Care delivers services not under the scrutiny of healthcare insurance carriers but under a membership-based model, which means increased access to your healthcare provider, extended health visits, house calls, and much more. He has over ten years of clinical healthcare experience, with five years in the acute care setting before earning his doctorate.

In addition to his belief in providing holistic care to everyone, Dr. Ford believes one’s health should be regarded as if it is a journey. The journey to optimal health should not be traveled alone but with a trusted healthcare provider who genuinely cares about you and your overall health. Considering the complexities of the current healthcare system, including long waits, rushed visits, inconveniences, impersonal and overworked healthcare providers, and regulations of insurance providers, Dr. Ford seeks to build a clinic where genuine and productive relationships are cultivated with patients to make primary care more personal, convenient, and valuable. Dr. Ford is dedicated to improving the health and wellness of all patients, especially Black/African Americans, sexual and gender minorities, and other vulnerable minority groups who are most likely to experience health disparities.  

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Life transitions can get messy. We all face times of uncertainty, loss, and endings. Transitions can also mean new beginnings, different relationships, and exploring the unknown in your future and your past. Our sessions are a space to examine roots of systemic oppression, inherited fears, environmental trauma, and harmful labels you were given that you didn't ask for. My role is to walk with you, bringing in my training and experience as a therapist as we examine your patterns for growth, detach what no longer serves you, and map out your mental health wellness journey together.

My work is rooted in restorative practice circle keeping and strengths-based approaches, partnering with you to explore your mental and spiritual wellness. From our first session, we'll identify your growth goals and agree on tasks and challenges that exercise the strengths you want to build.

Whether this is your first time reaching out for a therapist or looking for someone new, I offer a safe, reliable space for you to breathe and change. Schedule a free consultation call with me, and let's connect about planning our first steps together.

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As a Full Spectrum Birthworker, Mel supports persons that are pregnant, postpartum, fertility, and loss (miscarriages, stillbirth, infant loss, and abortion). Mel also supports Trans persons navigating the healthcare systems during their medical transitions.

Support is available via in-person and virtual support with Reiki, listening and affirming persons in a non-judgmental environment. This can work with traditional talk therapy. Mel provides free 15 minute consultations for all services listed.

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Book a consult with Mel at mgraham@magnoliamhealth.com.

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Tiara is a native of the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area and has a bachelor's degree from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master's degree from Bowie State University. She is licensed in Washington, D.C. and currently pursuing her doctoral degree in International Psychology, with an intention to bring a culturally inclusive therapeutic experience to populations of color around the world.

Tiara specialize in servicing women and communities of color, within a trauma-centric perspective. As a proud lifelong learner and educator, she enjoys seeing her client's growth and development throughout the therapeutic process.

As a woman of color on the journey to practice psychotherapy, Tiara began to become acutely aware of one thing: She has a responsibility to simply show up authentically and hold space for healing. Tiara found there were a myriad of ways one could "address" a difficulty with which one is faced, but when one is curious enough to simply show up as your full authentic self, something magical is unlocked around you. That very realization is the journey that she hopes each person with whom she meets within the therapeutic setting experiences.

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A Maryland native, De'Jah received her B.A. in Psychology and Forensic Science at Syracuse University and is currently pursuing her M.A. in Counseling at Northwestern University. Since childhood, understanding how life events shapes people’s quality of life has always been an interest of hers and has led her to expand her knowledge and experience to service the Black community. She aims to provide a safe, reaffirming, and positive space using cognitive, psychodynamic, and holistic/ integrative therapy for an enhanced understanding of self and overall experience during sessions.

Hwejean Jeong is from Colonial Heights, VA. She received her BA in Psychology and minored in Art at The College of William and Mary and is pursuing her master's in counseling at Northwestern University. Hwejean has always been interested in becoming a mental health counselor and hopes to focus on serving children and adolescents after official licensure in the DMV area.

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Reese Reed is a Counseling Graduate Student with Northwestern University working on his Clinical Mental Health Masters Degree. Reese enjoys working with all people from all backgrounds and challenges and has a special interest in working with the LGBTQ+ community or anyone experiencing trouble navigating life transitions. Reese has experience working with youth in a residential setting as they navigate through a variety of mental health challenges. Reese is a passionate advocate for human rights and social justice and has led many workshops on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

As a Japanese woman, DMV native, and naturalized citizen, Yuri understands the unique challenges of multicultural populations and has a special interest in working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults who are struggling with acculturation issues, interracial relationships, and racial trauma. In addition, Yuri has experience working with clients with anxiety and depression, and with those who are exploring gender identity, sexuality, and spirituality. Yuri emphasizes social justice and advocacy for all clients, recognizing how culture impacts the help that is needed and wanted for each unique individual. Her approach to therapy is to provide a safe, warm, and creative environment that will enhance nurturing and growth for all clients. Yuri is fluent in Japanese and currently working on completing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University.

Kyle Melodie was born and bred in Brooklyn, New York, receiving her Bachelors of Business Administration with a focus on Human Resource Management from Bernard M. Baruch College, part of the City University of New York System.

She has resided in the Central Florida area for more than half of her life. She has experience in the non-profit management field, in the areas of direct client services, fundraising and administration, and provided non-profit fiscal and marketing oversight.

Kyle Melodie successfully performed the role of Director of Development for The Salvation Army of Orange and Osceola Counties for nearly fourteen years, with a fundraising record in 2021 of over $3,600,000, representing a 200% increase over the previous year. She started off 2022 with the award of HUD funding of over $2,500,000 in January 2022.  Kyle Melodie’s passion is:” overseeing fundraising. . . which includes writing grants, researching foundation and corporate support, friend building, and overseeing or implementing other fundraising strategies, all of which establish a structure for effective financial support to provide people with the help that they need.” 

Kyle Melodie’s current passion is supporting the provision of mental health therapy for marginalized communities, which includes the LGBTQIA+ community, Black women, Members of the First Nation, and people who are overcoming poverty. 

Kyle Melodie is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Central Florida Chapter, UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management Advisory Committee, and is a proud Rotarian.

Kyle Melodie is also the fiercely proud mother of two adult sons who are FAMU undergraduates that are currently pursuing doctorate degrees in social work and Black history.

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Do what you love; you'll be better at it. It sounds pretty simple, but you'd be surprised how many people don't get this one right away. LL Cool J

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