Who Am I

Welcome to Dragonfly Counseling. Meet Dawn Marie Hall, LCMHCS, LPC, a compassionate and dedicated therapist with over 20 years of experience in helping adult women navigate the complexities of ADHD and childhood trauma. Dawn brings a wealth of personal and professional insight to the therapeutic journey. License in NJ LPC#37PC00386100, NC LCMHCS#S13377, SC LPC#9075 and VA LPC#0701012875 with the ability to supervise in NC and VA. Dawn received her BA degree from Charleston Southern University and her MA from Webster University.

Having witnessed the profound impact of unresolved trauma and the unique challenges of ADHD, Dawn specializes in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and emotions. Her holistic approach combines evidence-based therapies with mindfulness practices, empowering women to break free from cycles of feeling stuck and reclaim their lives.

Dawn’s deep understanding of the intersection between ADHD and trauma allows for tailored strategies that foster self-compassion, resilience, and personal growth. Outside of therapy, Dawn is passionate about fitness and self-care and also working on her farm in Southwest Virginia.

In every session, Dawn strives to be a trusted ally, helping clients embrace their strengths and navigate the path toward healing and fulfillment. Whether you’re seeking to understand yourself better, address past wounds, or develop coping strategies. Dawn is here to support you every step of the way.

Dawn will continue to see clients virtually and will be in person in Galax, VA beginning in February 2025.

Dawn M Johnson, MA LCMHCS ( NC), LPC ( NJ) — Dawn Marie Hall MA LCMHCS ( NC), LPC ( NJ, VA, SC)

My Team

Meet Christopher Deviney, LCSW, LCAS

Christopher Deviney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in the state of North Carolina who has 5 years of experience partnering with adults and Adolescents to assist in recovery from Addiction, Depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, and loss, mood dysregulation, and chronic pain. He completed his Bachelor's of Science in Psychology at Fayetteville State University and received a Master's of Social work from Louisiana State University.

Chris utilizes traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in combination with motivational interviewing and Mindfulness informed techniques to assist in identifying the unique challenges facing each client and establish safety and healing in the here and now. Chris also utilizes DBT informed skills alongside a solution focused approach to establish new behaviors and find ways to make life work for each individual client. Chris identifies as an Ally to mental health and recovery ensuring to always provide a non-judgmental environment of safety, understanding, and compassion necessary for growth and healing.

Chris seeks to help you feel safe and empowered to take control of the struggles in your daily life while collaborating to create a plan to work towards your individual goals and values of life in an effective and efficient way.

Chris sees clients in the Raleigh, NC office as well as virtual.

Meet Erika Paulyne Branch LCSWA

Erika Paulyne Branch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate licensed in the state of North Carolina who has over 2 years of experience working with teens and adults to create positive behavior change, overcome barriers to success, as well as helping with depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, anger management, and life skills. She graduated from Appalachian State University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Social Work.

Erika utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside motivational interviewing, mindfulness techniques, strengths-based interventions, play therapy, and art therapy techniques to encourage personal growth while creating a comfortable and safe environment for her clients.

Erika enjoys working to create an empowering atmosphere during therapy, allowing each individual to take charge of their own emotions and begin creating the best ‘you’ possible while exploring creative, artistic, and new ways to think about everyday life. Erika believes in a ‘love yourself, love myself’ mentality where you’re in control of your own outlook on life —you are the expert of your own life.

Erika sees client in person in the Raleigh, NC office as well as virtual.

Meet Maria Garcia Hawley, LCMHCA, LCASA

Maria Garcia Hawley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate in the state of North Carolina. She has 3 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field as a peer support specialist for adolescents as well as providing substance use counseling to adults. Maria completed her Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Services at East Carolina University and received a Master’s of Science in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University.

Maria utilizes a variety of theoretical approaches while relying heavily on holistic, strength-based, person-centered, and motivational interviewing techniques.

Maria seeks to help you enhance your overall self by better understanding and navigating your past, present, and future while allowing you to feel empowered, hopeful, and safe. Marie is 100% virtual at this time.

Makayla Stefanski, LCMHCA

Are you struggling with your mental health and unsure where to start? Find yourself saying “fuck this” daily? If you find yourself grappling with exhaustion, a sense of being stretched thin, and a touch of hopelessness, you're not alone. These feelings can arise when we neglect to give our minds and bodies the time they need to process and recover. Makayla approaches therapy with a laid-back style, tailored to where you are on your personal journey. Instead of conforming to external standards, let's uncover what truly matters to you. Together, we can build a life that authentically reflects your values. The journey is challenging, and Makayla is here to support you. Makayla offer a 15-minute phone consultation to see if she is the right fit for your needs.

Makayla see clients in person in Greenville, NC as well as virtual session

Nanette C Ford, MA, LCAS, LCMHC-A, NCC

My name is Nan Ford. I am a licensed addictions specialist (LCAS), and licensed mental health counselor associate (LCMHCA), providing therapeutic support for those struggling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and isolation. I am a trauma-informed therapist, who can help heal childhood trauma. I help couples who want to learn how to communicate and relate to each other in a healthy, kind way. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, teens, and seniors, in a nonjudgemental way, using Mindful-CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Somatic Therapies, Parts/Inner child work complement the process.

You can call Nan directly at 203-726-6980 or reach out via the website.

Nan sees clients in person in Durham, NC as well as virtually.