Meet Our Team

Brittany attended Georgia Southern University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Child and Family Development. She earned a Masters of Family Therapy degree at Mercer University’s School of Medicine. She is a licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience. Brittany served as Director of Clinical Services at a psychiatric hospital, for several years. She received training as a STAR Behavioral Health Provider and certified to provide therapy to veterans, active service members, and their families.

Brittany is certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She has expertise in trauma therapy to treat individuals suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). She has had experience supervising bachelors level, master level interns, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. She currently training to become an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and able to provide supervision for marriage and family therapists seeking full licensure. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and other mental health issues. Brittany is an expert in treating young adults, millennials, and black women.

Dr. Borja is a certified clinical supervisor. Her 15+ years of experience in various levels of care and in leadership has allowed her the opportunity to share her insight within supervisory and mentorship roles.  Dr. Borja providers supervision and support to each therapist and intern at The Hardy Clinic. She has expertise in counseling first generation immigrants crisis intervention, and a variety of mental health disorders. She values integrity, honesty, kindness and growth.  Running her first marathon is what led her to her doctoral journey. “If you can achieve anything, you can go further.”

Nycole Key is an Atlanta native, and a Masters Level Social Worker out of the University of Georgia. She utilizes Narrative Therapy, the expressive arts, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to work with those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and general life fatigue. Nycole’s practice centers music, movement, and mindfulness.

Shaunda Jones is a native of Hampton, Virginia, but currently resides in Conyers, Georgia. Shaunda started her educational career as a freshman at West Virginia University (WVU) in 1996. She has a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Saint Leo University and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Capella University.

Shaunda has experience working as an adjunct professor, in-home counselor, school-based mental health therapist, trainer, and project coordinator. She currently works as a psychotherapist for The Hardy Clinic, where she works with individuals and couples.  Shaunda also works as an intake assessor for a CORE agency in Conyers, where she conducts behavioral assessments with youth and their families.   Shaunda has a passion for trauma, specifically family-inherited trauma.  That passion is fueled for both older and young adults.

As a master’s level psychologist, Shaunda utilizes her skill set in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to treat each client’s needs. Shaunda takes a holistic approach to therapy to aid her clients by keeping their anxieties from controlling their lives. Shaunda believes in viewing every situation from a systems perspective, which is best practice when working with clients. Shaunda has a wide range of experience working with couples, women, men, at-risk children/youth, and helping young adults with adult transitioning goals.

Shaunda Jones is a native of Hampton, Virginia, but currently resides in Conyers, Georgia. Shaunda started her educational career as a freshman at West Virginia University (WVU) in 1996. She has a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Saint Leo University and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Capella University.

Shaunda has experience working as an adjunct professor, in-home counselor, school-based mental health therapist, trainer, and project coordinator. She currently works as a psychotherapist for The Hardy Clinic, where she works with individuals and couples.  Shaunda also works as an intake assessor for a CORE agency in Conyers, where she conducts behavioral assessments with youth and their families.   Shaunda has a passion for trauma, specifically family-inherited trauma.  That passion is fueled for both older and young adults.

As a master’s level psychologist, Shaunda utilizes her skill set in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to treat each client’s needs. Shaunda takes a holistic approach to therapy to aid her clients by keeping their anxieties from controlling their lives. Shaunda believes in viewing every situation from a systems perspective, which is best practice when working with clients. Shaunda has a wide range of experience working with couples, women, men, at-risk children/youth, and helping young adults with adult transitioning goals.

I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and Work/Life Wellness Coach with 14+ years of experience in the mental health field. I have also volunteered for the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) in speaking roles and group facilitation. I take a cognitive behavioral approach to care in my efforts to help my clients work through some of life’s hard times and tough challenges. I assist in helping to develop a more positive mindset and encourage and motivate my clients to consider developing positive wellness practices in all areas of life.

Desiree Onwuegbu is a Maryland native residing in Atlanta, GA. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree at Mid-America Christian University in Oklahoma City, OK, with a concentration in Christian Ministries. She holds a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. Desiree believes that it is the duty of counselors to provide a safe and comfortable environment to embark upon a collaborative and healthy working relationship. As well as providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes the freedom to speak in the quest for self-exploration. Desiree utilizes an Integrative Approach that encompasses Narrative Therapy; Reality Therapy, Individual Psychology and Christian Counseling.

Desiree believes that it will be a pleasure to serve you on your journey of health and wellness as you reach your full potential and expected desires. To assist with bringing about re-authoring stories; exploring direction toward goals; evaluating processes; challenging faulty thinking and assumptions when implementing treatment and workable life plans.

LaRonica Jones, originally from Damascus, Ga attended Lane college in Jackson, TN where she obtained her undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. She holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University in Minneapolis, MN. Laronica has experience working with children, adolescents and families. She believes that everyone has the potential to become the best version of themself, the only limitations are those we set upon ourselves.

Kaylisa Estes is a Master Level Social Worker from Clark Atlanta University’s Whitney M. Young School of Social Work. Kaylisa’s experience includes community based mental health and hospital social work settings. Kaylisa has a passion for increasing positive mental health outcomes within black female populations. Kaylisa is currently receiving her Doctorate in Health Administration from Morehouse School of Medicine. She is currently researching how environmental factors affect black women’s reproductive health. Kaylisa’s therapeutic areas of focus include trauma interventions, sexual health, and increased mental wellness within black women.

Isleigh Anderson is a Charleston South Carolina native, who currently resides in Atlanta Georgia. After graduating from Bethune Cookman University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, she went on to obtain her Master of Social Work with a concentration in Health/Mental Health from Clark Atlanta University.  

With her experience in Medical Social work and Psychiatry, Isleigh has a history of providing mental health support to individuals as they move through the criminal justice system. Isleigh has experience working with adults, children, individuals and families through advocacy, case management, group/individual therapy, support groups, and community resourcing. She is very passionate about mentoring the youth, advocating for individuals who are enduring challenges, empowering women through psychiatric care, and engaging in clinical research.