Zuly Gonzalez is a licensed social worker with 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families across community mental health, children’s advocacy, hospitals, youth services, and residential settings. She currently serves as Lead Clinician with the National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) at La Jornada, where she supervises the clinical team and supports the mental health and well-being of unaccompanied children.

A proud Panamanian and Cuban, Zuly provides bilingual services in English and Spanish and is passionate about culturally responsive care within the Hispanic community. She earned her master’s degree from Florida International University and now calls Greenville, South Carolina home. Her compassionate, client-centered approach incorporates evidence-based practices while creating spaces where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal and thrive.

Brittany Cole, MSN, RN, is Director of Nursing at Spartanburg Medical Center, providing leadership for Behavioral Health services and nursing operations. She specializes in behavioral health program development, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and patient-centered care. Brittany is committed to advancing clinical excellence while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary healthcare teams. She is a community advocate in Spartanburg County, serving on multiple steering committees and advisory board of trustees. 

Alexis Rodgers, MS, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and behavioral health professional with the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD). As FOCUS CAFE program coordinator through Spartanburg Area Office of Mental Health, she specializes in crisis intervention and family centered behavioral health services for youth and families. Her clinical expertise includes trauma informed care, with specialized training in EMDR and PCIT. Alexis holds a Master of Science degree from Walden University and is passionate about advancing innovative behavioral health practices, strengthening community partnerships, and creating accessible pathways to safety, healing, and wellness for youth and families.

Beverly Wade is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, the owner of a private practice in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and the owner of Beyond The Storm, LLC. Her professional journey reflects a lifelong commitment to education, service, and helping others navigate life’s challenges.

Beverly earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Special Education from South Carolina State University in 1993. In 1994, she began her teaching career with Spartanburg School District 7. While working in education, she continued her graduate studies at Converse College, earning a Master of Education degree in 2004 and a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy degree in 2015.

After 28 years in education, Beverly transitioned into the mental health field, bringing with her decades of experience working with individuals, families, and diverse communities. Today, her primary area of clinical focus is Hoarding Disorder, while she also provides therapy to couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health and relationship challenges.

In her free time, Beverly enjoys volunteering in ministry work, spending quality time with her family and friends and working on home improvement projects. She values opportunities to serve others, connect with the people she loves, and expressing her creativity through projects around her home.

Susan Lea is a clinician-leader, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, clinical supervisor, and owner of a group practice based in South Carolina. With over a decade of experience spanning mental health leadership, nonprofit collaboration, and systems-level advocacy, Susan is dedicated to expanding access to quality mental healthcare through her group practice, her work teaching and supervising clinical trainees, and her advocacy with nonprofit organizations. Her approach is grounded in trauma-informed, relational practice that bridges clinical work, leadership development, and policy change.

Susan’s contributions have been widely recognized, including the 2026 Best of South Carolina awards for Best Individual Therapist & Counselor and Best Counseling & Therapy Practice (South Carolina Psychotherapy).

Licensed Professional Counselors, Marital and Family Therapists, and Psycho Educational Specialists may utilize this training for 5.0 contact hours.

Social Worker CE credit has been applied for and is expected to be available.