The Team
Who We Are
Jennifer Poindexter
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
I believe counseling is most effective when it feels collaborative and genuine. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that helps clients navigate challenges, build insight, and create lasting change. With over fifteen years of experience in the mental health field, I’ve supported children, adolescents, and adults facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. My training and experience include Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Trauma, and court-related counseling for individuals navigating divorce, separation, or custody proceedings. I hold a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Evangel University and am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in South Carolina. Alongside my clinical work, I value providing supervision and mentorship to emerging counselors as they develop confidence and professional identity.
Adriana Knight
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel supported and empowered to make meaningful change. My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, shaped by experience working with individuals managing depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral challenges, and court-ordered counseling needs. With a background in both counseling and criminal justice, I understand how life circumstances and systemic factors can influence emotional well-being. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University and am licensed in South Carolina as a
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate.
Jenelle Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
I believe every client deserves a space where they feel safe, understood, and supported in their growth. My approach is person-centered and compassionate, focusing on helping individuals build insight, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral concerns, and substance use. I also enjoy incorporating play therapy techniques with children to help them express emotions in healthy, age-appropriate ways. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University and am licensed in South Carolina as a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate.
Melissa Sawastuk
Office Manager
As the Office Manager, Melissa manages the many behind-the scene details that keep Poindexter Counseling running smoothly.