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

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Yu-jay Harris - President

Yu-Jay Harris is Vice President, Client Growth and Relationship Management, at Socratic Technologies, a customer and market research consultancy. He holds an MBA in Customer and Product Marketing Management from Kenan-Flagler Business at UNC Chapel Hill and a BA in Psychology from Davidson College.   
“I joined the board of Psychology For All because as a young teenager I survived a civil war in my home country, Liberia, West Africa, and saw the impact of that experience on mental and emotional health. Over three decades later, I have observed that the most lasting and harsh impact of the war on survivors remains mental health challenges. My experience left me with the conviction that mental and emotional wellness are critical to a well-lived life. I am grateful for the opportunity PFA gives me to help address the needs of under-resourced people in our community."

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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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Andre Monitto - Board Treasurer

Andre Monitto is an investment analyst who has lived in Charlotte since 2017 after graduating from Clemson University with a B.S. in Financial Management and a Masters of Accountancy. 
 “Personal mental health and well-being is very important to me. After seeing those close to me struggle with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues, it was clear to me how critical mental health care is to those who need it most. Therefore, it is important to me that everyone who seeks treatment can get it, especially when they cannot reasonably seek treatment themselves. For this reason, I believe the resources we provide to the underserved are crucial."

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Ashley Skinner - Board Member

Ashley is a Process & Organizational Improvement Manager at Bank of America, with a background in people & organizational change management consulting, and has lived in the Charlotte area since 2016. She attended the University of South Carolina, with a B.S. in Finance, Management and Marketing.
"I was drawn to Psychology for All because I have a deep passion and respect for the power of mental healthcare, as it has affected me and those around me in various ways, and I believe PFA's mission is critical for our community. I am honored to support a cause that gives people a potentially more fulfilling or improved quality of life, especially for those who would not be able to access these services otherwise. All humans deserve a chance to be happy and healthy - both physically and mentally, and I am proud to be part of something that serves the community in such a unique and important way."

Linda Margerum - Board Member

Linda Margerum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Director of Behavioral Health at Atrium Health. Over the course of her career, she's held both clinical and administrative positions in provider practice, hospital, and managed care settings. Linda holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in social work from the University of Louisville.
"I'm extremely fortunate to work in a field that I love - one that promotes mental wellbeing. It allows me to experience firsthand how therapy improves the lives of individuals and, in turn, those who care about them. Unfortunately, therapy can be costly, leaving it beyond the reach of far too many. I joined PFA to help ensure that quality mental health care is available to anyone seeking assistance to sort out life's challenges and improve their mental health. I'm very proud to be a part of PFA's mission and am excited about the changes it can make in our community."

Beth Wood - Board Member

Beth Wood is an estate and gift tax planning attorney and the owner of the Law Offices of Beth A. Wood PLLC. She received her J.D. and LL.M. in Taxation from Temple University and her B.S. from Salisbury State University and has been practicing law in Charlotte for over 25 years.
"Mental health issues can devastate families and communities, even with the best insurance and best care. For those who are uninsured or financially challenged, the path to mental health and well-being is often impossible to navigate. I passionately believe that quality mental health care is something that should be available to all, regardless of racial or socio-economic barriers. Many of those who need help the most are simply unable to access the mental health care they need. Psychology for All provides a life-changing bridge between those who cannot afford quality mental health care and a growing team of experienced clinicians dedicated to providing their services. I am thrilled to be part of this organization and look forward to its continued growth." 

Melanie Edwards - Board Member

Melanie Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate at Hope Community Clinic of East Charlotte (HCC). She has lived in the Charlotte area since 2018, and previously worked in international affairs and public policy. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Master of International Affairs from Columbia University, and Bachelor of Arts in French from Dillard University.
"The mission of Psychology for All is one that I passionately believe in - access to mental health care for all members of our community, including those facing financial or other barriers to care. As a clinician, I see daily the positive difference that mental health care makes in the lives of the people in our community. Mental health care access for all who seek it is critical to cultivating healthy communities, and I am fortunate to be a part of PFA's life-changing work."

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Carrie Reinhardt​ - Executive Assistant

Carrie has lived in Charlotte since 2004 and has her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ohio Wesleyan University and her master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has worked in health care and higher education administration, as well as college campus ministry. Carrie has a passion for administratively serving non-profit organizations which reach out to underserved populations. She currently works as a Field Operations Director for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship of the Carolinas in addition to working with Psychology For All.

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