Jinhee Kong
Jinhee Kong is a graduate student intern currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at North Carolina State University. With a background in public health and wellness coaching, Jinhee brings valuable expertise to her work. She earned a Master of Public Health in Community Health Education from UNC Greensboro and is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Drawing on experience supporting both college students and adults, Jinhee employs evidence-based, person-centered methods to empower clients in achieving their wellness goals. Her approach integrates strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused brief counseling, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques.
Having grown up in South Korea, Jinhee has a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges that come with cross-cultural experiences. She is passionate about advocating for cultural diversity and inclusion, and is committed to supporting clients from a wide variety of backgrounds. Jinhee strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where each client is recognized as the expert in their own life and encouraged to draw upon their inner strengths.
Amanda Hewitt
Amanda is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern currently completing her master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at National University, with specialized training in systemic sex therapy and substance use/co-occurring disorders. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a concentration in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2023.
Before pursuing graduate training, Amanda gained extensive experience in human services across inpatient, community mental health, and behavioral health settings, working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of mental health concerns. These experiences have shaped her commitment to providing compassionate, collaborative, and culturally responsive care.
Amanda has experience working with members of the D/deaf and Hard of Hearing community, LGBTQIA+ individuals, ethically non-monogamous (ENM) and polyamorous individuals and relationships, atheist and agnostic communities, survivors of intimate partner and domestic violence, and others whose experiences have often been misunderstood, marginalized, or stigmatized. She is passionate about creating an affirming, inclusive therapeutic environment where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered to define healing and success on their own terms.
Her therapeutic approach is grounded in systemic thinking and integrates Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Somatic-informed interventions, and Internal Family Systems-informed concepts. Amanda enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families, helping clients recognize their strengths, navigate life challenges, and build meaningful, authentic lives that reflect their values and goals.