Mary Hunter Sudduth, BA, MSW, LCSW has practiced in the field of Social Work since 1993.  She holds a BA in Social Work, Minor in Gerontology from CNU, an MSW from VCU, and Virginia Licensure.  She has practiced in healthcare social work, mental health, substance abuse, education, and non-profit, taught adjunct at CNU and TNCC, is published, and has written curriculum for educational programs and groups.  Areas of concentration include healthcare, aging, death & dying, grief, oncology, chronic & acute medical conditions.  Treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Biopsychosocial Spritual, Problem Solving, and Systems Theory.

 Christel Earles, MSW has extensive experience and training in end of life issues, domestic violence, substance abuse, and family dynamics.   Christel works with clients age 13 and above.  Christel has been with Wellness Place since 2016.

Suzanne Souders, LCSW graduated with her MSW from the University of Colorado and holds Virginia Licensure.  She is currently an active practitioner in the area of acute and chronic mental health in the intensive outpatient setting and also serves in an administrative capacity.  She has experience working with a wide variety of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, and dementia causing disorders.  She also has training and experience in Substance Abuse and Anger and Violence Prevention.   Suzanne has been with Wellness Place since 2009.

Julia Self, MSW specializes in infant and child development, including developmental delays, family dynamics, childhood mental health issues, and effective parenting.   She works with families and clients age 13 and under.  Julia has been with Wellness Place since 2014.

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