Ja'Korey is a dedicated mental health provider who specializes in working with college student athletes, adolescents, young adults, and Black men. With a professional background in juvenile justice, public education, and athletics, Ja'Korey brings a systems-aware, trauma-informed approach to care that resonates with young people from diverse backgrounds. He supports clients in addressing a wide range of concerns, including life transitions, trauma, behavioral issues in youth, parent-child conflict, and race-based trauma. His therapeutic style is rooted in cultural sensitivity and a deep commitment to meeting clients where they are, emotionally and developmentally.

As a former athlete and coach, Ja'Korey has a deep understanding of the mental and emotional pressures that come with competitive sports. He is passionate about supporting athletes as they manage performance anxiety, recover from injury, cope with stress, and explore their identity beyond the game. His work bridges the gap between mental health and athletic performance, helping clients build resilience and confidence both on and off the field. With several years of experience in the juvenile justice system, Ja’Korey has developed a deep understanding of the challenges young people face as they navigate the complexities of the juvenile court system. Ja’Korey works to empower youth to overcome barriers, make positive choices, and build pathways toward success. As a Black man, Ja’Korey is dedicated to the empowerment and well-being of other Black men across diverse stages of life. With extensive experience in providing culturally responsive care, Ja’Korey is committed to addressing social challenges and emotional needs that uniquely affect Black men in both community and institutional settings. Ja'Korey integrates evidence-based therapeutic approaches into his practice, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support emotional regulation and distress tolerance, Motivational Interviewing to foster internal motivation and goal-setting, and Mindfulness-based practices to enhance present-moment awareness and overall mental clarity.