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In our over 150 combined years of clinical experience we have worked with thousands of men and women who want to learn how to cope with current conditions, make quality of life improvements, change relationships, alter behaviors and in general feel better about themselves. It is our goal to help you better understand yourself and accurately clarify what you wish for.
Our Clinical Staff:
Sadie F. Sheafe, Ph.D., LCSW, ABS Dip, BCD
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Sadie Sheafe, Ph.D., is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, Board Certified Diplomate in Social Work and Diplomate, American Board of Clinical Sexology. Dr Sheafe has been working in the field of mental health for over 33 years as a therapist, researcher, educator and speaker; both here in the United States and in Europe with the Multinational Readiness Center & 7th Army, USSAR, Bitburg, Munich and Baumholder Germany. Dr Sheafe has personally worked with over twenty-thousand men and women and children (both military and civilian) of all nationalities, creeds, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Dr. Sheafe is the Chief Executive Officer of DQS Communications Healthcare Group, which serves hundreds of clients in the Hampton Roads Area of Virginia and surrounding regions.
Presently she is the acting primary provider for military-sexual-trauma victims and the Director of Substance Abuse Treatment in Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences for the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center; and the former lead supervisory social worker in mental health and behavioral sciences. Dr. Sheafe is also an Adjunct Professor in the MSW/PhD Program at Norfolk State University. She was appointed in June 2008 by the former Mayor, James W. Holley III, to the Behavioral Healthcare Services Advisory Board for the city of Portsmouth, Virginia; in 2009 she was elected Chairman-Of-The-Board and was reelected to that position for the past five years by the City Council Board of Directors. Dr Sheafe sat on the Virginia State Board for the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) where she represented over 3800 social workers from the seven cities in Hampton Roads to the legislature in Washington.
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LaBarbara Williams, LCSW
La Barbara Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has been working in the field of mental health for over 17 years to include working in the capacity of life skills counselor, outreach/outpatient therapist, in-home Counselor, and clinical supervisor. La Barbara obtained a Baccalaureate degree in Social Work and her Master's degree of Social Work from Norfolk State University's Social Work program graduating with honors. She has been employed with the Hampton Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center since 2009 where she has been employed as a Suicide Prevention Case Manager providing clinical therapeutic interventions to assist high risk individuals and their families who cope with the psychosocial stressors related to this damaging mental ailment. She has currently been working in the capacity of Veterans Justice Outreach Specialist since 2014 where she provides clinical supportive services to Veterans involved in the Justice system. La Barbara is know ledgeable in developing individualized treatment & assessment plans, diagnosis, behavioral & discharge plans. She is ardent about her vocation as a counselor and therapist and takes gratification in empowering those who strive to enrich their lives through therapeutic intervention.
Melba ‘Bettye’ Tregellas, MSW, LCSW
Melba “Bettye” Tregellas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an American Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) which is recognized in all 50 states. She obtained her Baccalaureate degree (BA) in sociology from Louisiana State University and Masters of Social Work (MSW) from Tulane University, both in New Orleans. Bettye moved to Virginia after Peninsula Psychiatric Hospital was launching an outpatient program for psychiatric care and substance abuse and sought out her services. She was employed at the world famous Sheppard and Enoch Pratt Hospital in Baltimore where she worked at COMDAP, the psychiatric and substance abuse unit. Bettye has been working in the field of mental health and substance abuse for over 30 years. She has personally worked with thousands of men, women and children of all nationalities, creeds, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. She is one of the original contractors here at DQS Healthcare Group from its inception. She is the consummate professional specializing in women’s issues, substance abuse; depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bi-Polar and other mental health issues. Bettye is passionate about her work as a clinician and takes pride in empowering those who strive for wellness.
Dr. Douglas Muller, Ph.D., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CSAC
Dr. Douglas J Muller, PhD, is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), and a certified substance abuse counselor (CSAC). He has earned a MA in Social Work, MA in Correctional Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Urban Services/Counseling. He began his drug and alcohol counseling while in the Air Force and continued in the field after retirement; providing treatment services both at inpatient and out-patient settings. He has worked at the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board providing counseling and therapy for the serious mentally ill homeless population; and later entered private practice as a marriage and family therapist and counselor.
Dr. Muller, PhD is an assistant professor at Hampton University in the Graduate Counseling Program teaching counseling and psychology courses as well as providing supervision for internship/practicum students as well as providing supervision for LPC and CSAC licensure. He currently is in private practice part-time specializing in: drug/alcohol, Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), and marriage & family therapy. He also volunteers at the local Veterans Affairs Medical Center with individuals and families with symptoms of PTSD.
Dr. Earle Williams, II, Psy.D
Dr. Earle Williams, II, Psy.D., is a Christian clinical psychologist with over 20 years of professional experience. Born in Newport News, Virginia, Dr. Williams moved to Boston, Massachusetts, as a child with his parents. Here he earned a Doctor of Psychology-Clinical degree from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology. After relocating back to Virginia in 1987, Dr. Williams started working at Eastern State Hospital in Williamsburg, Virginia. First, he served as a staff psychologist. In 1988 Dr. Williams moved up to senior psychologist where he was responsible for the Intermediate Intensive Care Program. He then was promoted to Acting Director of Psychology and Supervisory Psychologist before leaving to open his private practice.
At the University of Virginia, Dr. Williams earned a certification in Forensic Psychology with advanced training in forensic evaluation from the Institute of Law, Psychiatry, and Public Policy. Dr. Williams taught as an adjunct faculty professor at The College of William and Mary.
As a consultant to The Barry Robinson Child and Family Guidance Clinic, Dr. Williams performed psychological testing and family psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. After leaving here he worked as a consulting psychologist at Christian Psychotherapy Services in Virginia Beach. In his private practice, he offered forensic evaluations on criminal defendants for Circuit Court as well as Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in various cities in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. For WAVY-TV 10, an NBC affiliate, Dr. Williams has illustrated different personality constellations of criminals as a criminal profiler. He appears on the Health-Watchers program describing various psychological conditions and points of interests such as Bullying Behaviors of Adolescents and Positive Psychology.
Dr. Williams, a member of The Association of Black Psychologists and past member of The American Association of Christian Counselors is the author of two books: Psychology from Scripture and 100 Facts of Life. He has also written seven training manuals relating to various behavioral disorders and instructed numerous workshops for private and public organizations in the United States and Canada. Dr. Williams and his wife Maxine have two children, Toureia and Earle III.
Van Buren Mitchell, MSW
Van Buren Mitchell II is a graduate of Norfolk State University where he earned his Bachelors of Art in Sociology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice and Masters in Social Work. He has been a champion for youth and families in the Human Service Field for twenty years. He is employed as an intensive in home counselor and juvenile probation officer assisting countless families along the way. Van has conducted youth /adult groups and utilized his affable nature and humor to convey his message. He is qualified in many areas of Mental Health but his passion is children, adolescents and young adults. Van has also enjoyed his time as a volunteer coaching youth sports. The relationships with these youth have spanned until adulthood. Van is the founder and president of Bravado basketball summer league, held annually for the past nine years for all youth. The organization is run on a shoe string budget with no cost for the participant. He has also volunteered his time as a Motivational Speaker for youth and adults on array of topics including education, gangs, academics, delinquency, music and peer association. Van is passionate about his life’s work as a Mental Health counselor and therapist and takes pleasure in empowering those who strive to make their life better.
Cindy Stanford, LCSW, MSW, QMHP
Cindy is a transpersonal social worker/clinician that employs a holistic and therapeutic approach aimed at integrating the six aspects of life which aid in the discovery of one's authentic self and highest potential. Utilizing the sacred wisdom of the mind, body, spirit and heart she provides life coaching, consulting services, life skills training for teens (8 week program), as well as mental and behavioral health counseling services. Her distinct goal is to help those who are experiencing existential and spiritual unrest reach a point of mental, physical and spiritual health so that they may triumph perceived limitations and old beliefs and become the person they were meant to be. Other services and or tools incorporated within her practice include spirituality, relaxation techniques, increasing intuition, drumming for healing, mindfulness, meditation, guided visualization, healing touch, creative/expressive art and embodied/soul writing). Cindy is a doctoral student at Sofia University; she received a BA both in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Saint Leo University and a MSW from Norfolk State University.
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Naeemah Young,M.S
QMHP C-A
Naeemah Young is a doctoral candidate at Walden University in the Clinical Psychology Program. She received her Master of Science in 2009 at Walden University and her Bachelors of Science in 2006 in Psychology and Human Service Counseling at Old Dominion University. Naeemah is an alumnus of Old Dominion University. She has had the opportunity to work with an array of populations such as; Mental Health adults/adolescents/children, domestic violence children and adults, and at-risk adolescent and adults. Naeemah started off with DQS as a graduate intern and was hired on a year later as a therapist and currently the program director for mental health skill building program at DQS. She has been providing individual, family, and group therapy to persons for about two years with emphasis on working with at-risk adolescents. Naeemah is passionate about her work as a therapist and takes pride in empowering those who strive for excellence. Naeemah passion is helping others and this why she enjoys working in this field.
Tania Glenn, BSHA
DISTRICT OFFICE MANAGER
Tania Glenn brings an extensive background in business management and proven leadership to DQS. She joined our team in 2013. Her experiences includes business planning, setting and implementing strategic goals, creating and managing budgets, operations, restructuring, and human resources; to include recruiting, onboarding, training, development of training/policy and procedural manuals, staff evaluations, yearly reviews, and the development of organizational charts. Tania has a degree in Healthcare Administration, and is pursuing her degree in healthcare information technology. She is passionate and committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of others; helping them to reach their maximum potential. She is very skilled in working with insurance companies and helping clients understand and access their insurance benefits. She is available to help our clients schedule appointments and answer any questions related to the business area of our practice. Tania has a personable presence in our office and does an excellent job in helping our clients feel comfortable seeking counseling services.
Monica Hall-McLellan, BSW, MSW, QMHP C-A
Monica Hall-McLellan, BSW, MSW, QMHP C-A, obtained her Baccalaureate and Master’s degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University with a specialization in military families. Monica’s career spans 20 years as she has worked in the field of mental health in various agencies including The Pines Residential Treatment Center, The Barry Robinson Center, Carpe Diem of Virginia, The Institute for Family Centered Services, First Home Care and was even a Deputy Sheriff with the Norfolk Sheriff’s Department. Monica is currently a clinical social worker for the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughter (CHKD) where she specializes in children diagnosed with Endocrinology and Neurology Disorders. Monica was chosen to serve on the transgender workgroup at CHKD where she will assist with providing services to children transitioning. Monica’s training in CBT as well as TF-CBT has allowed her the ability to decrease recidivism allowing her patients to become successful in the community.
Monica currently provides individual counseling with DQS Communication Healthcare Group, where she specializes in reaching at risk adolescents. During her time as a student intern, we noticed her ability to capture and broaden the strengths of our youth and she has provided them with the tools to effectively deal with stress and trauma.
Additionally, as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Monica has managed to provide community service and social justice while promoting excellence to those in need. As a member of the NASW, Monica continues to strive for excellence which allows her the ability to provide the best care for her patients by continuously learning new treatment modalities and alternative interventions. Monica is a wonderful asset to this profession as she continues to learn with supervision for licensure towards her LCSW. There are no limits to this consummate professional, and we are happy to have her as a part of our team.
Julissa Rosario
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
If you are seeking someone to simply listen without judgment, I can absolutely do so in both English or Spanish. I am currently a Supervisee in Social Work and under the supervision of Dr. Sadie Sheafe, LSCW. I have experience working with children, adolescents, teens, young adults, and seniors. Regardless of your religion, race, culture, personable belief, or sexual identity and preference, I am here for you and your purpose for therapy. You can receive counseling and supportive services related to any of my specialties. Puedes obtener terapia y servicios de apoyo asociados a cualqueria de mis especialidades.
I have been in the business of helping others since 1999. In 2010, I earned my graduate degree in Master of Clinical Social Work from Norfolk State University. My dedication to the field of social work exposed me to special therapeutic training related but not limited to trauma or life-changing events. I offer services in person and by telehealth.
I am not going to tell you that I understand what you are going through. Instead, let me share with you that I'm sorry you are going through a difficult time in your life. I realize that perhaps you feel alone, scared, confused, sad, or angry. If you feel ready to share, I'm here to take part in your journey to heal and show off the person you desire to be.