Our Team
Minister Gail Wilson, LMFT & Life Coach
Minister Gail Wilson is the CEO and Founder of Wilson Wellness Group, LLC and MGS Counseling & Therapy Services, LLC. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the Clinical Director for two thriving practices offering a wide range of services to many in the community and abroad. Minister Wilson hold a B.A in Psychology from Lynn University and a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. Minister Wilson is an author of her own Gratitude Journal and has created products like the Stress Relief Box that offer various resource tools for anxiety, communication, stress and more.
These are just a few of the resources available for all to use in their healing journey. Minister Wilson has over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Some of the various roles Minister Wilson has held range from a Clinical Director of a women's substance abuse program, Active Board Member of a Non-Profit Organization and Inspirational Speaker at various conferences and workshops. She has trained in AEDP Immersion course.
With all the achievements the greatest achievements Minister Gail Wilson achieved are seen within her family. As a wife, mother of twins and her paw baby. Her family continues to be a support in all that she has done within the work she's provides for her community.
Certified Life Coach Whitney Boursiquot
Whitney Boursiquot B.A, Life Coach to the team. Whitney is serving individuals in the Atlanta Georgia area and surrounding cities. Whitney Boursiquot has over 15 years of experience working with children and families in non-profit and for-profit organizations. Whitney holds a B.A. from Siena Heights University in Community Services and Family Systems, and a Master’s Degree from Nova Southeastern University in Human Services with a concentration in Child Protection.
As she is currently pursuing a second Master’s Degree at North Central University to become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has certifications in; Conflict Resolution, Victim Advocacy, Youth Mental Health First Aid, Restorative Justice and lastly, I have a certification in (IMR)Illness Management and Recovery. She provides insightful dialogue with children and families, serving traditional as well as non-traditional families and have assisted countless families in healing and gaining levels of stability or homeostasis.
As a Life Coach, I will bring years of experience, an abundance of energy and insight and unmatched dedication to you and your family.
KEMOY WILSON, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
Kemoy Wilson, MSW, LCSW, EMDR is a Licensed Therapist on our team. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Mrs. Wilson has over 7 years of experience in the field working with a range of individuals over her years. Some of the areas of work she specialize in working with Couples, Individuals working with trauma, Military & Veterans and those struggling with life transitional stages.
Teresa Bairos, LMFt
Teresa has worked with children and families in a variety of roles since 1999. As a therapist, she has supported families coping with mental illness, addiction, trauma, and acculturation. She believes that the work she does with patients and families “comes down to finding a connection.
The reality is that this work can be frustrating but those moments when you make a connection with a patient or family member and move them forward in their treatment make it worthwhile.” She served the U.S. military overseas providing both psychoeducation and treatment around suicide prevention, domestic violence, acute trauma response, and post-deployment reintegration. Teresa has been a lead therapist, family therapist, program developer, clinical director, and clinical supervisor.
She has additional training in attention deficit and hyperactivity management, Collaborative Problem Solving approach, and co-occurring disorders. As a certified Gottman Institute couple’s therapist, Teresa works with families seeking to strengthen their relationships and improve parenting skills.
She serves her community as an autism awareness advocate supporting families and educators. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master of Arts degree in marital and family therapy from the University of Connecticut.
Abigale thomas
Abigale obtained her bachelor's degree in Psychology at Florida Atlantic University. She then went on to pursue her master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University. She did her externship within a school-based site and is now joining our team.
Abigale is passionate about the Mental Health field. She has extensive experience working with children as she is a Registered Behavior Technician as well.
Abigale utilizes a collaborative approach that includes SFBT, Narrative, Bowen, and various other models.
She specializes in working with children, teens, and their families. She specializes in helping clients with low self-esteem/confidence, trauma, developmental delays, anxiety, depression, and challenges of diversity. My goal as a therapist is to assist my clients to elevate beyond their circumstances and tribulations. I hope to provide space for hope, motivation, and change.
Ivan Porto
Ivan Porto (He/Him) is a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern in the state of Florida. Ivan obtained his Masters in Social Work from Hunter College in New York City and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in Communication Studies with a minor in Portuguese.
Having completed extensive post-graduate training in couples and family therapy at Ackerman Institute for the Family, Ivan has experience working with multicultural individuals, couples, and families spanning a wide age range (20’s to 60’s) navigating anxiety, depression, infidelity, issues with communication, challenges in parenting, and other life transitions.
Ivan works from a systems perspective and focuses on the relational dynamics between all members of the family unit/couple. Since no family unit exists in a vacuum, Ivan supports his clients in exploring how they relate to their environments (e.g. extended families, communities, schools, workplaces, etc.) and how their environments impact their daily lives (e.g. family expectations, economic hardship, racism, etc.). Regarding his work with couples, Ivan has also completed the Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy as well as the clinical externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, both of which he integrates into his work.
As a bicultural and bilingual therapist, Ivan has experience in providing culturally sensitive therapy in Spanish for Hispanic/Latinx identifying clients. As a therapist, Ivan is firmly committed to co-creating a space that is anti-racist, supportive of the LGBTQIA+ and disabled communities, and a place where anyone can feel welcome, seen, heard, and valued.
MARIVY IGLESIAS, LMHC
Marivy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of FL. with over 20 years' experience in both the Community Mental Health setting as well as working with individuals, couples and families as a licensed counselor. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, & families around issues of depression/anxiety, behavioral concerns, parenting, relationships/family issues, adjustment/transitions, and trauma. My role is to guide and support you in learning about and implementing skills that will assist you live your best life. I meet each client where you are and build on your strengths while identifying and strengthening your weaknesses. My style is not always “easy”, I will most often push you past your comfort zone, but I will always be empathetic and patient ensuring your well-being at all times. My therapeutic approach is strength based with eclectic therapeutic techniques that conform to the individualized needs of my clients. I have extensive training in trauma, grief and cognitive behavior therapy. I am an avid believer in a holistic approach to mental health therapy: mind, body, emotional and social factors. I am heavily involved in continued research of the different trends of therapy. Oftentimes, clients aren't aware of what is holding them back and keeping them stuck in unhealthy patterns. As your therapist I will assist you in identifying those things. It has taken a lifetime to create the person who you are currently, and it is small changes that will assist in creating the person who you want to become. I look forward to supporting and guiding you on your journey to improved mental and emotional wellbeing.
Marivy is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. She graduated with a bachelor's in psychology from Albizu University and received a Master of Science in Psychology with a focus on Mental Health Counseling from Albizu University.
STEPHANIE FRANCES, LMFT
My name is Stephanie Frances and I am a native of Florida. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I provide Solution Focused Therapy to individuals, couples and families. I am passionate about leading people from feeling stuck to experiencing freedom by focusing on their mental health needs. As much as I enjoy my passion, I believe self-care is vital to being an effective therapist. So in my free-time I enjoy running and being in nature. Stephanie provides Christian Counseling to our individual and couples counseling.
The Team
From event specialist positions, clinicians to life coaches and additional supporting office staff, we genuinely care for our patients. We make sure your appointment is comfortable and meets all of your expectations. You are our priority! Are you interested in joining our team? Contact the office or send your resume to support@wilsonwellnessgroup.com with the position you are applying for in the subject line.
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