Opening the Door

To Emotional Well-Being for
​Charlotte-Mecklenburg area residents.

About Us

Psychology For All is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that exists to help open the door to emotional well-being by providing psychotherapy services for members of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community who face various barriers to accessing the mental health care they need. We connect qualified adults with our diverse list of licensed local psychological service providers who have agreed to provide discounted services to help improve the mental health of our community.

​Launched in the summer of 2015 by a team of mental health services providers and community leaders, passionate about improving the mental health of Charlotte’s residents, Psychology for All is dedicated to breaking down the barriers to mental health services.

How Does it Work?

HOW WE HELP

We connect clients with our diverse list of licensed local psychological services providers who have agreed to provide discounted services to help improve mental health in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area.

Clients receive up to 8 sessions from our partners and are eligible for more sessions as needed. 

Who We Are

Our team of mental health services providers and community leaders believe that improving the mental health of our residents leads to financial and social benefits for the individuals we serve, their families, neighborhoods, and our entire community.
Please join us in making Charlotte-Mecklenburg a more emotionally and mentally healthy.

Major Donors

Thank you to our community partners at Southeast Psych who make this work possible. 

LEADERSHIP

Yu-jay Harris - President

Yu-Jay Harris is the Executive Vice President at MAi Research Client Growth and Relationship Manager.  
“I joined the board of Psychology For All because as a young teenager I survived a civil war in my home land of Liberia, West Africa. One of the most lasting and harshest impacts of the war, almost three decades later, remains mental health challenges due to the trauma of the experience. I believe mental and emotional wellness are critical to life. Psychology For All gives me an opportunity to help people, like many of the survivors I grew up with, to access needed care they can’t afford."

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Sharon Sullivan- Vice President

Sharon Sullivan is a pediatrician who has worked in Charlotte since 1999. She attended Bucknell University for undergraduate education, Hahnemann University for medical school and Carolinas Medical Center for her pediatric residency.
"I became involved in PFA because of the mental health crisis I see in my patients and their families. On a daily basis, I treat adolescents with anxiety and depression and the numbers are increasing exponentially.  I have personally seen the benefit counseling provides my patients. Unfortunately, there are many families in Charlotte that cannot afford counseling. With PFA’s help I am hoping to change that."

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Caitlin Walton- Board Member

Caitlin Walton is an employee benefits attorney who focuses on representing individuals throughout North Carolina that have been denied insurance benefits. She attended Wake Forest University School of Law and joined the law firm Essex Richards, P.A., where she still works today. 
"Through my work as an employee benefits attorney, I see first-hand that mental health conditions are a leading cause of disability across the state. Yet a huge number of people are not getting the help they need, often because they're afraid or embarrassed to, or because they cannot afford treatment. I joined PFA to help remove the cultural and financial barriers to mental health care that are unfortunately so prevalent in our community."

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Victoria Kennedy- Board Member

Dr. Victoria Kennedy is a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. She attained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Child and Adolescent Psychology from Auburn University, and currently works in private practice at Southeast Psych located in Charlotte, NC. 
"My family immigrated to the United States when I was a child. This experience, as well as having practiced as a psychologist in different regions of this country, has shown me how important it is to provide assistance to those not able to obtain it themselves. Additionally, this has contributed to my belief that we all have a responsibility to help others, especially those that are unable to afford access to quality mental health care. I am excited to be involved with Psychology for All, and promote those beliefs.”

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Glori Gray- Board Member

Dr. Glori Gray has worked as a licensed clinician for approximately 17 years, providing family-centered services within a cognitive/behavioral framework. She received her doctorate in clinical psychology from George Fox University and currently works in private practice at Bareiter Counseling Center located in Charlotte, NC. 
"Being a part of Psychology for All is a natural next step for me. I have worked with the underserved for many years as a social worker and now as a psychologist. Over the course of my clinical career, it's become more evident that clear opportunities for growth and wellness go missed by those who are uninsured or underinsured. My hope is that by being a part of PFA, we will be able to more broadly reach the many individuals that are simply unable to help themselves. Life is hard, but everyone should have access to critical mental health services.”

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Allison Wolfe - Board Member

Allison Wolfe is a licensed clinical social worker who currently serves as the Director of Behavioral Health Services for Atrium Health, Behavioral Health-Charlotte. She has nearly 20 years of experience supporting individuals on their road to recovery from mental illness or addictions. Allison attended Virginia Commonwealth University where she earned her undergraduate degree in psychology and a Master of Social Work degree. 
"I joined PFA because I have both lived and professional experience witnessing people's lives transformed after seeking mental health care. I believe everyone should have access to treatment. I also believe in a community approach to breaking down stigma surrounding mental illness, which will undoubtedly impact access to care." 

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Melvina Lee - Board Member

Melvina Lee is a Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager with Wells Fargo Corporate Properties Group where she drives real estate decisions by communicating Line of Business objectives, challenges and competitive advantage needs to develop market solutions across Wells Fargo platform.  
"I am excited to join the Board of PFA because almost everyone is affected by mental health, whether they are dealing with it or know someone who is, mental health is important to everyone. I have great passion for raising awareness and educating the community to help decrease barriers to mental health. I look forward to supporting Psychology For All who provides the resources and access to quality mental health services to the underserved." 

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Gildrette Jones​ - Executive Assistant

Gildrette Jones is a Bilingual School Psychologist who recently attained her master’s degree from Winthrop University. She completed her internship in Gaston County Schools and is currently employed with Union County Public Schools.  She serves children K-12 by performing special education eligibility procedures including psychoeducational evaluations and by providing counseling services.
“As someone who has experienced a fair share of challenges, including trauma exposure and financial hardship, I see the value and importance in the work that Psychology For All is setting out to do. Having worked with vulnerable and underserved populations, I am committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based services that facilitate positive change and sustain favorable outcomes in our community. That is why I am honored to be a part of PFA and I look forward to further supporting their mission.”

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