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Meet the healers, coaches, and guides here to support your journey

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 Jalaine Hawkes — Intern Mental Health Counselor  at Divine Awakening Center

Jalaine Hawkes

Intern Mental Health Counselor

I am a new mental health counselor, but I am no stranger to life's challenges and tough days. I am a military veteran and I bring experience as a police officer to serve others in a new modality. I am a LGBTQ ally. I am a high energy & positive person who enjoys sports and outdoor activities. I'm excited to share ways that nature can listen, understand, and help you on your journey. I enjoy meeting people where they are and I hope to guide you through challenges to live your most authentic and satisfying life. I have a holistic, maternal heart and a thirst for knowledge. I will work hard to create a safe, healing space where everyone is welcome. Let's connect soon!

Brandee Downes — PsyD, LMFT — Owner & Founder at Divine Awakening Center

Brandee Downes

PsyD, LMFT — Owner & Founder

Dr. Brandee Downes, PsyD | Founder & Lead Practitioner"Through knowledge comes wisdom; through wisdom comes empowerment."Dr. Brandee Downes is a passionate healer, author, and "Oracle" dedicated to mending the intersection of mind, body, and spirit. With a career defined by service, Brandee is a Retired Military MSGT and currently serves as a Police Sergeant, bringing a grounded, real-world perspective to the world of mental health. She holds a PsyD in Psychology, an MA in Clinical Psychology, and an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy, uniquely blending elite clinical training with deep spiritual insight.Brandee specializes in Trauma, Grief, and First Responder support, utilizing advanced modalities such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), EMDR, and Neurotherapy. As a student of the Modern Mystery School, she incorporates Transpersonal (Spiritual) Therapy to help individuals, couples, and youth reclaim their free will. Her mission is to remind you of your innate power and your capacity for a life of love and progression. When she isn't serving her community or her clients, Brandee finds her joy in her children, grandchildren, and the lifelong pursuit of spiritual understanding

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Doctor of Psychology
Owner & Founder
Holly McKay — LCSW — Clinical Manager at Divine Awakening Center

Holly McKay

LCSW — Clinical Manager

Holly McKay is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Practicum/Intern Supervisor who integrates evidence-based clinical methods with a deep, holistic understanding of the human experience. She doesn't just practice therapy—she mentors the next generation of clinicians, upholding the highest standards of care in every session and every supervisory relationship. Her approach is rooted in the belief that every individual possesses the innate capacity to heal, given the right clinical framework and a compassionate, skilled guide. Holly brings extensive expertise to those navigating the heavy landscapes of Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. Her practice is grounded in the latest evidence-based methods, ensuring her clients receive the most effective, up-to-date treatment available. She also specializes in Grief and Loss, helping clients move through the unthinkable toward a place of peace and integration.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Clinical Manager
Debi Castillo, ACMHC — ACMHC at Divine Awakening Center

Debi Castillo, ACMHC

ACMHC

Debi believes therapy should be a space where clients feel safe to show up authentically—without judgment, pressure, or the expectation of having everything figured out. She works with children, adolescents, and adults through a compassionate, trauma-informed, and individualized approach that recognizes each person’s unique story, strengths, and needs.

Her integrative approach draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Play Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. As a Neurofeedback Clinician, Debi also incorporates nervous-system-informed interventions to strengthen emotional regulation, resilience, and overall well-being.

Beyond symptom reduction, Debi strives to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves, approach their experiences with greater curiosity and self-compassion, and build meaningful skills that support lasting change. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, further expanding her clinical knowledge while developing her ability to support, educate, and mentor other clinicians and continue serving individuals and families with compassion and intention.

Associate Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Nicole Booth — LCSW at Divine Awakening Center

Nicole Booth

LCSW

"Healing the Root to Empower the Future" Nicole Booth believes that true resilience is built by looking backward to move forward. Her philosophy is centered on the understanding that when we uncover the root causes of our original wounding and the negative core beliefs formed in childhood, we unlock the ability to move through any trauma life throws our way. Nicole is dedicated to helping her clients transform their deepest adversities into their greatest strengths. With a Bachelor’s in Social Work from Utah State University and a Master’s in Social Work from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Nicole's practice is heavily influenced by her passions for couples, inner child work, internal family systems, and trauma. To facilitate rapid and lasting change, she utilizes powerful tools like Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to rewrite traumatic memories and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to heal the wounded "parts" of the psyche. Drawing from her own experience as a single mother, Nicole is a fierce advocate for building the emotional grit necessary to navigate life’s complexities through specialized Resilience Training.
Haley Miller — LCSW at Divine Awakening Center

Haley Miller

LCSW

Clinical Social Worker (CSW) dedicated to creating a therapeutic space where clients feel safe to bring their full humanity—without pretense, shame, or judgment. Specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Polyvagal-informed approaches, Haily integrates high-level professional training with deep personal and clinical experience. Her background includes working with individuals navigating childhood trauma, emotional immaturity, domestic violence, and sexual assault, as well as those healing from the complexities of infidelity, faith transitions, abusive relationships, and divorce. Having spent many years learning to survive by minimizing or ignoring these realities within herself and around her, Haily brings a unique depth of empathy to her practice. She understands the courage it takes to confront compulsive behaviors, low self-worth, and substance use or sexual addiction. By bridging the gap between lived experience and clinical expertise, Haily empowers her clients to move beyond mere survival and begin the profound work of healing and growth.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Mike Allison — LMFT at Divine Awakening Center

Mike Allison

LMFT

Michael Allison, LMFT, Certified SexologistRelational, Trauma & Sex Therapy SpecialistA Systemic & Holistic Approach to HealingMichael is a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sexologist who seeks to return balance to couples and individuals. His approach is designed to help clients gain—or regain—their sense of self-worth and find their authentic voices. As a systemic and holistic therapist and an affirming LGBTQ+ ally, Michael creates a space where both individual identity and relational health can flourish.Specialized Trauma & Sex TherapyWith extensive clinical experience, Michael provides expert care for complex recovery, including Military and First Responder trauma, childhood sexual trauma, and the unique injuries associated with "religious trauma." His background as a sexologist allows him to navigate the delicate intersections of intimacy, trauma, and identity with professional precision and deep empathy.Advanced Therapeutic ModalitiesTo facilitate deep, lasting change for couples and individuals, Michael utilizes a diverse range of evidence-based and experiential treatments:Collaborative Couple Therapy & Psychodynamic approachesCognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSDGestalt Therapy & HypnotherapyAutogenic Training for nervous system regulation
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Leslie West Fairbank — LBHC, MSW Pre-Licensed at Divine Awakening Center

Leslie West Fairbank

LBHC, MSW Pre-Licensed

“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” -Carl Jung

Leslie is a Licensed Behavioral Health Coach and Master of Social Work Intern. She believes healing happens when individuals are ready to look within, create change, and release control of the outcome. Leslie guides clients to find safety within themselves using a mindfulness-based, somatic approach. She incorporates somatic and nervous system regulation techniques with IFS, MBSR, and TF-CBT/DBT skills to support emotional regulation, internal healing, and building healthy relationships.


Leslie brings clinical knowledge, lived experience, and deep empathy to her work. She is passionate about trauma-informed care for all individuals and families navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, childhood and/or adult abuse, substance use, neurodivergence, mood disorders, chronic illness, emotional dysregulation, and relational difficulties.


Grounded in self-compassion and curiosity, Leslie creates a space where clients can explore their inner world without judgment. She emphasizes connecting with the inner child, building self-trust, and understanding the patterns that shape lived experience. Through this process, clients cultivate self-awareness and self-compassion, and are empowered to release limiting beliefs, deepen emotional resilience, and move toward living in the present moment and choosing the life they desire.


Outside of her work, Leslie values self-care as a vital part of healing. She finds renewal in nature and adventure and often encourages clients to reconnect with the natural world as part of their own healing journey.

Max Clifford — Neurotraining Technician at Divine Awakening Center

Max Clifford

Neurotraining Technician

As a Neurofeedback Technician, I specialize in providing support to individuals seeking mental wellness. My role involves implementing neurofeedback to enhance cognitive functioning and emotional well-being. I am dedicated to creating a compassionate environment that fosters growth and healing for my clients. Through continuous education and hands-on experience, I strive to stay updated on the latest advancements in neurofeedback to better serve those in need. My commitment to helping others achieve their mental health goals drives my passion for this profession.

Neurotraining Technician
Amy Black — Neurotraining Technician at Divine Awakening Center

Amy Black

Neurotraining Technician

I am a Neurofeedback Technician with five years of experience in mental health, and I care deeply about the people I work with. My role involves using neurofeedback and other supportive approach to help strengthen cognitive functioning and emotional regulation, while creating a space where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. I truly enjoy connecting with others and feel honored to witness the evolutionary growth and positive changes that unfold as clients move forward in their individual healing journey. Let’s get connected!!

Neurotraining Technician