Behavioral Health
Your breakthrough to healing starts here.
At Breakthrough, we understand that seeking therapy is a courageous step. Our licensed clinicians provide a safe, professional, and culturally responsive space where clients can explore their concerns and work toward personal growth. We specialize in treating a wide range of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, trauma, maternal mental health, substance use, family conflict, and stress related to life transitions. Our team brings expertise in evidence-based approaches such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). These interventions help clients process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and build long-term resilience.
We are committed to supporting whole-person wellness by offering individualized treatment plans tailored to each client’s goals. Breakthrough Behavioral Health accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most commercial insurance plans, and telehealth options are available for those who prefer flexible scheduling. Our vision is to empower clients to overcome challenges and achieve lasting breakthroughs in their mental health and well-being. Through individualized support and evidence-based therapy, Breakthrough is here to walk alongside each client on their path toward healing.
Come experience your breakthrough with Advance—because your journey to a healthier, more fulfilling life starts today.
Services Offered
- Individual and Family Therapy
- Outpatient Therapy
- Stress Management
- ADHD/Autism Screenings
- Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- CBT for opiate tapering for chronic pain
- Group therapy
- Substance Use Treatment
- Tobacco Smoking Cessation
- Grief and Loss Support
- Medication Assisted Treatment
- Care Coordination
- Maternal mental health support
Locations
Behavioral Health services are offered at all locations. Our team accepts both in person and virtual telehealth appointments.
To get started: Call us at 919-833-3111 and follow the prompts to the Behavioral Health department.
If you are already a current patient: A referral can be submitted from your Advance primary care provider. A behavioral health consultant will follow up with you to schedule your appointment.
Our Providers
Melody Washington, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Director of Behavioral Health, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
Birchie Warren, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Licensed Psychological Associate, Health Services Provider, Licensed Psychological Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
Harold Williams, MA, LPA, HSP-PA
Licensed Psychological Associate, Health Services Provider, Licensed Psychological Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
Ashley Phykitt, LCSW, LCAS-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
LaDonn Woodson, LCSW-A
Team Lead, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
Orion Baylor, LCMHC-A
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
Marcie Boyes, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Angelique Bullock, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Fanteema Barnes, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Rosalind Fennell, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Ngozi Onoh, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Jireh McCallum, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Victoria Johnson, LCSW, CD (DONA), CLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Call us at 919-833-3111 to schedule your appointment today!
Jireh McCallum, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
- Education:
o MSW, North Carolina Central University
o B.S., Public Health Education, North Carolina Central University
- Certifications:
o LCSWA, NCSWCLB
o CHES, NCHEC
o BSL, American Heart Association
- Location(s): Southeast Raleigh, School Based Locations
- Serving ACH Since: 2025
Ngozi Onoh, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Education:
o Doctor Of Nurse Practice, Frontier Nursing University
o Master of Science in Nursing, Frontier Nursing University
o Bachelor of Science in Nursing, North Carolina Central University
o Associate Degree in Nursing, Guilford Technical Community College
o Bachelor’s Degree in Education, University of Nigeria, Nsuka
- Certifications:
o Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified-ANCC
o Registered Nurse, The North Carolina Board of Nursing
o BSL, American Heart Association
o CCHP-Certified Correctional Health Practitioner
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- Location(s): Southeast Raleigh
- Serving ACH Since: 2025
Orion Baylor, LCMHC-A
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
- Education:
o Bachelor’s, Psychology, NC A&T University
o Master’s, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University
- Certifications:
o BSL, American Heart Association
- Location(s): Breakthrough Behavioral Health, Southeast Raleigh, School Based Location
- Serving ACH Since: 2025
Marcie Boyes, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
- Education:
o MSW University of Central Florida
o BA Psychology, University of NC-Charlotte -
- Location(s): Franklin County and Wake Forest
- Serving ACH Since: 2025
Rosalind Fennell, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
- Education:
- Edinboro University, MSW
- Certifications
- LCSWA, North Carolina Social Work Certification
- BLS, American Heart Association
- Location: Apex, Fuquay-Varina, Beacon Point
LADONN WOODSON, MSW, LCSW-A
Team Lead, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
- Education:
- MSW, Walden University
- BSocSci, Ashford University
- Certifications
- LCSWA
- Trauma Informed Care
- Motivational Interviewing
- Certified Life Coach, CCA
- BSL, American Heart Association
- Location: Breakthrough Behavioral Health, Southeast Raleigh, and The Women’s Center
Birchie Warren, MA LPA HSP-PA
Licensed Psychological Associate, Health Services Provider, Licensed Psychological Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
- Education:
- MA Clinical Psychology, NCCU
- BA Shaw University, Behavioral Science
- Certifications
- Clinical Supervision
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Equine Assisted Therapy
- NCLPC Board Approved Supervisor
- Patients Served: SAU Students, Adults
- Location: Breakthrough Behavioral Health, CAPS University Counseling, Southeast Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In-Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2023
Ashley Phykitt, LCSW, LCAS-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
- Education:
- North Carolina State University, MSW
- East Carolina University, BSW
- Patients Served: Adults, Pediatrics
- Location: Breakthrough Behavioral Health, Southeast Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In-Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2023
Angelique Bullock, MSW, LCSW-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
- Education: North Carolina Central University, MSW
- Patients Served: Adults, Pediatrics
- Location: Southeast Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In-Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2023
Fanteema Barnes, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Education: MSW from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service
- Certifications: LCSW, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Certified CPT Provider, Certified Clinical Supervisor, Certified Telehealth Provider
- Patients Served: Adult (18 and older)
- Location: Southeast Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In-Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2023
Dr. Eric Tucker, EdD, MSW, LCSW
Director of Behavioral Health, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Education: Doctorate of Kinesiology, Focus on Integrated Health, University of North Carolina at Greensboro; MSW Louisiana State University; BSW Southeastern Louisiana University
- With ACH Since: 2021
Raina Briggs, LCSW, LCAS-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist – Associate
- Education: MSW, UNCG & North Carolina A&T State University; BSW, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Patients Served: Pediatric and Adult Behavioral Health
- Location: Apex Clinic and Surrounding Satellite Clinics
- Appointment Style: In Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2019
Rajiv Soni, LCSW, LCAS-A
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist – Associate
- Education: MSW, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; BSW, North Carolina State University
- Patients Served: Adult Behavioral Health
- Location: Healthcare for the Homeless at Oak City Cares
- Appointment Style: In Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2021
Elizabeth Tampe, LCSW, LCAS
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist
- Education: MSW, Loyola University; B.A. Psychology, Boston College
- Patients Served: Adult Behavioral Health
- Location: Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2018
Jasmine Moore, MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Education: B.A. in Liberal Studies, Concentration in Womens Studies, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T); MSW, NC State University
- Patients Served: Adult and Pediatric Behavioral Health
- Location: Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2022
Melody Washington, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Director of Behavioral Health, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Breakthrough Outpatient Therapist
- Education: MSW, North Carolina State University; B.A. Psychology, North Carolina State University
- Patients Served: Pediatric Behavioral Health
- Location: Breakthrough Behavioral Health, Southeast Raleigh
- Appointment Style: In Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2019
Elijah Bader, MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Education: MSW, North Carolina State University; BFA, Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD)
- Patients Served: Adult and Pediatric Behavioral Health
- Location: WakeMed Raleigh Campus
- Appointment Style: In Person and Telehealth
- With ACH Since: 2022
Meriah Ward, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner; Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Education: Post-Graduate Certificate PMHNP, Old Dominion University, 2024; Doctor of Nursing Practice, Old Dominion University, 2021; MSN FNP, Old Dominion, 2020; BSN, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2017; ADN, Forsyth Technical Community College, 2016
- Certifications: Telebehavioral Certification (C-Tier); Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (American Nurses Credentialing Center, Board Certified); LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare Certification (University of Louisville)
- ACH location: All Sites
- Department: Behavioral Health
- Serving ACH Since: 2020
Victoria Johnson, LCSW, CD (DONA), CLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Education:
- Masters Social Work-NC State
- Bachelors in Child Life-East Carolina University
- Certifications:
- Certified Doula
- Certified Lactation Counselor
- Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator
- Location: Southeast Raleigh CarePlex
- With ACH Since: 2024