Emily Jurries, MS, LCMHC, CRC

Manager and Staff Therapist

Emily received a Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She spent six years conducting research and working in a clinical setting with young children and adolescents experiencing stressful life situations and a variety of mood disorders. Emily further strengthened her skills during an internship in Raleigh where she provided counseling services to adolescents and adults. She enjoys counseling individuals of all ages: and all cultures including people of all gender identities and sexual orientations.

Emily was inspired to become a mental health counselor by seeing her mother’s success as a children’s counselor. She saw the positive impact her mother had on families and realized that becoming a counselor and being there for people when they need it most would fulfill her career goals. Emily strongly believes in the power of recreation for improving overall mental health. She loves the outdoors, her adorable dog “Manny” and has recently taken up the guitar!

After reading the A Little Counseling website, Emily instantly connected with Bri-Ann’s ideals of therapy and reached out to join the team. Emily is also very passionate about helping individuals with their anxiety! She believes anxiety and depression are incredibly common concerns that often accompany transitions, stressors or come out of the blue. Regardless of the severity, she believes that there is always room to help you feel more secure with yourself and others!

In addition to seeing adults, Emily is working directly with Bri-Ann in the play therapy program.

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Meet Emily

Angela Florimo York, MS, LCMHCA

Staff Therapist

Angela graduated with her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. She then went on to complete her coursework toward LPC licensure at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Angela’s graduate education, internships and work experience have prepared her as a professional in assessing and counseling preschool age children through young adulthood. She has worked in community based mental health, an early intervention center and school-based therapy. Angela provides counseling to individuals of all ages and especially loves working with children and adolescents.

Angela’s desire to help others led her to become a mental health counselor. She has dedicated her career thus far to empowering children and adolescents, motivating them towards their goals, achieving independence and gaining greater life satisfaction. Angela desires to continue on her career path of guiding others towards a more fulfilling and successful life. Aside from counseling, she loves living in North Carolina with her husband, toy poodle Beau and golden doodle Maisie Mae!

Angela instantly connected to the mission of A Little Counseling and acknowledges that anxiety is a common struggle that many people deal with. The laid back atmosphere made her feel comfortable and relaxed, two things she believes every client should feel when they come to counseling.

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Meet Angela

Allison Clark, MS, LCMHCA

Staff Therapist

Allison graduated from The University of North Carolina, at Chapel Hill’s Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling Program. She spent the last few years developing her skills at the UNC Health & Pain Management Center and at a private practice where she provided counseling to children, adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD and PTSD. Allison works with individuals of all ages but particularly enjoys working with children!

Allison is driven to help and motivate others to make positive changes in their lives. This led her to a career as a mental health counselor. She’s passionate about destigmatizing mental health concerns and creating an open dialogue about it in our community. In addition to counseling, Allision loves spending time outdoors, staying active through running and yoga, along with trying out new recipes.

During Allison’s clinical internship, she saw the impact anxiety had on her clients’ lives and developed an interest in helping them manage their symptoms. When she learned about A Little Counseling, Allison knew this practice would be a good match! “When I visited the practice, I knew I wanted to be a part of this team because the atmosphere is so welcoming and calming. I could see Bri-Ann’s passion for helping individuals with anxiety, which connects with my own. I believe in this environment I will be able to create a safe and supportive space for each client to achieve their goals.” Allison will soon take new appointments!

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Destiny Jackson

Client Coordinator

Destiny graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from East Carolina University in 2020. She joins our staff with an interest in the mental health field. Destiny studied psychology and sociology while pursuing her undergraduate degree. She has always been passionate about helping others, especially those less fortunate. Her friendly, driven and caring personality are among many positive qualities that make her valued member of our team.

Destiny grew up in North Carolina. She enjoys watching movies, reading books, listening to music and spending time with friends and family. As a Client Coordinator, she enjoys helping client’s feel welcome and understood. Destiny’s goal is to uplift others and spread compassion.

“A Little Counseling stood out to me due to it’s specialty in anxiety counseling and casual environment. I admired the fact that it is a small practice founded by Bri-Ann. It’s mission to break the stigma around counseling to help people better themselves is a cause I would love to assist in.”

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