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Meet the Team

Alexa Hughes,
LCMHC

Co-Owner

I grew up in the foothills of the mountains in Western North Carolina. I obtained my bachelors degree from Appalachian State University in 2017, then returned to school four years later to pursue and obtain my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lenoir-Rhyne University in 2023. 

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I take an honest and direct approach to therapy. Starting therapy and working towards improving our lives can be overwhelming, my goal is to help you start from where you are to define and create the life you want. I have a background in primarily working with children and adolescents. I utilize a mix of modalities to best suit clients' needs including elements from CBT, DBT, ACT, and art therapy. 

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When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my wife, friends, and family, trying new things, traveling, and reading. 

Alexa Hughes,
LCMHC

Co-Owner

I grew up in the foothills of the mountains in Western North Carolina. I obtained my bachelors degree from Appalachian State University in 2017, then returned to school four years later to pursue and obtain my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lenoir-Rhyne University in 2023. 

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I take an honest and direct approach to therapy. Starting therapy and working towards improving our lives can be overwhelming, my goal is to help you start from where you are to define and create the life you want. I have a background in primarily working with children and adolescents. I utilize a mix of modalities to best suit clients' needs including elements from CBT, DBT, ACT, and art therapy. 

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When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my wife, friends, and family, trying new things, traveling, and reading. 

Lindsay Cochran, 
LCSWA

Co-owner

I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with minors in Sociology from Western Carolina University in 2015 and my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Winthrop University in 2026. I have worked in the mental health field since 2017 in a variety of roles, including residential services, day treatment programs, and administrative leadership.

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I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavioral concerns, problematic sexual behaviors, and other mental health challenges. My therapeutic approach is centered on honesty, accountability, and creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.

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I am passionate about advocating for my clients and helping them build confidence, safety, and the skills they need to thrive.

Lindsay Cochran, 
LCSWA

Co-owner

I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with minors in Sociology from Western Carolina University in 2015 and my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Winthrop University in 2026. I have worked in the mental health field since 2017 in a variety of roles, including residential services, day treatment programs, and administrative leadership.

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I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavioral concerns, problematic sexual behaviors, and other mental health challenges. My therapeutic approach is centered on honesty, accountability, and creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.

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I am passionate about advocating for my clients and helping them build confidence, safety, and the skills they need to thrive.

Jana Brown,
LCSW

Clinical supervisor

I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from UNC Greensboro in 1997 and my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Appalachian State University in 2014. I have been practicing since 2014 and have experience working with individuals across the lifespan, including youth, adults, older adults, individuals with developmental disabilities, and youth experiencing problematic sexualized behaviors.

 

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I also have completed advanced training in clinical supervision and provide supervision to provisional social workers and mental health clinicians. Above all, I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.

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HOW The GROVE CAME TO BE

The Grove Therapeutic Center was founded by a team with a shared vision for community mental health services. The team has a compassionate, practical, and empathetic approach to providing services, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment to promote mental health and long-term growth.

MISSION

We strive to provide quality evidence based therapeutic services in the community with clinical integrity and community resource integration.

VISION

The Grove plans to become a stable resource to build healthy communities through providing therapeutic services and supporting community members and other professionals.

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