MEET THE TEAM
At Relative Counseling, our team is rooted in compassion, connection, and creativity. Each member brings a unique blend of expertise and heart to ensure your healing journey is met with intention and care. From the first phone call to each session, we’re here to support your growth, create a safe space for reflection, and walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges. Whether behind the scenes or in the therapy room, our team works together to make sure your experience feels personal, grounded, and thoughtfully designed for your well-being. We invite you to get to know the people who make Relative Counseling a place where healing is not just supported—it’s lived.
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Keena S. White
Keena is the founder of Relative Counseling & Suites and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping others feel seen, safe, and supported. She brings years of experience in mental health, specializing in anxiety, depression, and the emotional impact of life transitions. Keena blends her clinical expertise with creative design to create healing-centered spaces that nurture both reflection and growth. Her warm, intentional presence is the heartbeat of our practice.
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Courtney Agyeman
Courtney is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Associate Counselor, bringing both expertise and passion to her work. She specializes in supporting adolescents and young adults, typically between the ages of 7 and 24. Courtney’s clinical interests focus on helping teens navigate life transitions, manage emotional regulation, and heal from trauma. Her compassionate and thoughtful approach makes her a valuable addition to our practice.
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Helen Ajayi
Helen is currently pursuing a degree in Clinical Psychology and plays an essential behind-the-scenes role in our practice. Known for her calm presence and sharp organizational skills, she supports clients and staff by coordinating appointments, managing communications, and assisting with event planning. While she prefers to remain off-camera, Helen’s care and passion for mental wellness are present in every detail—and her impact is felt by all who interact with our space.
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Julius B. Kelly
Julius is a Social Work Intern, mental health coach, and filmmaker with a passion for healing and empowerment. He serves as the Group Facilitator for Guiding Grounds, a therapeutic support group for Black men. As the founder of Black Fathers Unite and with a background in social work and community building, Julius helps clients navigate life’s challenges through self-care, accountability, and emotional resilience. His work creates safe, reflective spaces where lasting change begins.
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Sage Guensch .
Sage is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern pursuing her M.A. at Kean University. She brings a grounded, client-centered approach to supporting individuals and families. Sage helps clients improve communication, manage everyday stress, and navigate conflict, problem-solving, and family roles. Her calm presence and passion for intentional care align with our mission to create spaces for reflection, growth, and healing.
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Tiana Turner
Tiana is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern currently completing her M.S. at Capella University. With experience in case management, behavioral support, and housing advocacy, she brings a trauma-informed and solution-focused lens to her work with individuals and families. Tiana supports clients in developing coping skills, addressing stressors, and building emotional regulation through compassionate, strength-based care. Her calm presence and deep commitment to wellness align with our mission to offer intentional, client-centered support rooted in dignity and growth.
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Nicole Palacios
Nicole is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern currently pursuing her M.A. at Kean University. With a background in psychology and community-based support, she brings a culturally responsive and family-focused approach to her work. Nicole helps clients navigate everyday stressors, strengthen family roles, and build emotional resilience. Her calm presence and dedication to relational healing align with our mission to create spaces grounded in care, connection, and intention.
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Jacquelyn Ortiz
Jackie is a Counseling Intern pursuing her M.A. at Kean University. She has experience supporting college students navigating academic, personal, and life-transition challenges. She has worked with individuals facing concerns such as stress, anxiety, identity development, relationship difficulties, and academic pressures, providing a supportive space for exploration and growth.
Jackie believes in the power of authentic connection, collaboration, and honoring each client’s lived experience while being attentive to how systems, culture, and identity impact mental health.
Jackie is passionate about helping clients build resilience, develop self-compassion, and cultivate confidence as they navigate their personal, professional, or academic journeys.

