Meet Our Therapist
Yes, we have more therapists! Meet all our RPS staff and read their bios by scrolling below. Click the links below to meet our Medical and Behavioral Therapy team pages.
Michelle Howard, M.A. - Resident in Counseling
Meet Michelle Howard, M.A. - Resident in Counseling
Michelle Howard is a License Eligible Counselor with Rawles Psychological Services. Dr. Rawles serves as her clinical supervisor. Ms. Howard received her Master of Arts, in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University in Virginia Beach, Virginia, a CACREP accredited program.
Ms. Howard conducts individual and group therapy with youth and adults at Rawles Psychological Services. Ms. Howard completed her Master’s internship at Christian Psychotherapy. During this internship, Ms. Howard provided individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and adults, presenting with a variety of mental health issues such as: attention-deficit hyperactivity, depression, bipolar, dysthymic, anxiety, cognitive, schizoaffective, and borderline personality.
Prior to pursuing a Master’s degree, Ms. Howard worked many years in financial departments of corporate settings.
Michelle Howard MA
Sarah Boston, MA – Certified Substance Abuse Counselor/RIC
Meet Sarah Boston, MA – Certified Substance Abuse Counselor/Resident in Counseling
Mrs. Boston is a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor and Resident in Counseling. Mrs. Boston earned her Master of Science in Counseling from Old Dominion University and her Master of Arts in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Psychology from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Mrs. Boston has over 15 years of experience in providing community mental health services for adults and children with severe mental illness. She also works as a supervisor and trainer for in-home counselors.
Mrs. Boston is passionate about providing quality services for vulnerable populations and empowering individuals with severe mental illness to make their own healthcare decisions and gain independence.
Sarah Boston, MA ,CSAC
Melissa Basket, MA – Resident in Counseling
Meet Melissa Basket, MA Resident in Counseling
My name is Melissa Baskett, MA, LMHP-R.
Congratulations and thank you for initiating the first step in achieving a healthy state of well-being. This journey can be a difficult one on your own, but I look forward to being the one to assist you in accomplishing your goals in treatment. I will assist you to feel the rewarding benefits of therapy and the balance that you have been looking for. My professional experience is varied and unique which allows me to meet the needs of a diverse population.
I have a wide range of knowledge and expertise in various levels of care that enables me to work with you in managing crisis intervention or coping with everyday stressors that are interfering with life. Please allow me the opportunity to work with you to achieve your goals in treatment.
With over 16 years of clinical experience, I have helped individuals explore their fears and find strength in vulnerability. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, I use a variety of approaches to help you learn skills and to find the root causes of your struggles.
I firmly believe that there isn’t a “one size fits all” approach to therapy.Bio coming Soon.
Melissa Basket, MA - Resident in Counseling
Consuela Stallings, MS – Resident in Counseling
Meet Consuela Stallings, MS - Resident in Counseling
My name is Consuela. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Recreation Therapy from The University of North Carolina-Wilmington and received my Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. I also earned a certification in Contemporary Theories in Mental Health Services.
I have 10 years of diverse experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in several settings including group homes, independent senior living, psychiatric inpatient, psychosocial rehabilitation, community mental health, peer support, and outpatient therapy.
I believe that healing is a non-linear journey that doesn’t have to be explored alone. My goal is to assist individuals with finding the most appropriate journey for them on their way to living a more peaceful and productive life. I specialize in taking a person-centered approach to assist individual with unlocking their fullest potential and discovering their inner strength. Also have experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Adlerian Theories.
I believe that in life there are no “one size fit all” scenarios and that each individual has to make their own path. I am honored to walk this path with you and provide the utmost compassion and care during your journey to healing!
Consuela Stallings, MA - Resident in Counseling