The hearts behind the Orchard
People don't grow in a vacuum. They grow in containers called bodies — and an effective Holistic Support Model honors the being who lives inside.
Explore the Model →A vision for whole-person flourishing
Author · Speaker · Interventionist
Dr. Darleen Claire Wodzenski
Licensed Professional Counselor · Developmental Interventionist · Approved Clinical Supervisor · NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider
What looks like psychopathology is the person's Human Superpower® bravely protecting them.
Dr. Darleen Claire Wodzenski is an author, speaker, and interventionist whose life's work sits at the meeting point of neuroscience, trauma-informed care, developmental psychology, and the healing power of language. Across three decades of practice, she has built a unified philosophy that begins with one quiet conviction: every human being is already whole.
As founder of Psychoneuroeducational Institute, LLC and Executive Director of Orchard Human Services, Inc., she offers direct services to individuals and families — clinical mental health counseling, special-education advocacy, parent training, and developmental intervention — alongside professional training, consultation, and continuing-education courses for fellow clinicians.
Her signature frameworks — Fluid Trauma®, Human Superpower®, and Wholly Creative Communication — teach that the brain moves toward what it sees, not away from what it fears. Her clinical specializations include complex psychoneuroeducational approaches to learning, developmental, emotional, and behavioral challenges; treatment for children and families affected by Disorders of Attachment (RAD and DSED); and intervention with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Dead Children Can't Read — forthcoming
- Marmalade Jam
- Positive and Wholly Creative Communication: 70 Examples of Guidance Language
- Developmental Justice (with Dr. Kathy A. Thomas)
- Bud's Gentle Hands — The Purple Cape Library
Meet our counseling team
Beth Wodzenski
Beth Wodzenski is a Master's level Clinical Mental Health Counselor who works with diverse populations, with special attention to LGBTQIA+ individuals and those exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy and non-traditional relationships. With a background in early childhood care and development before entering clinical mental health, Beth brings a developmental lens into the counseling space — a safe, non-judgmental room where individuals can explore identity, relationships, career, philosophy, spirituality, and overall well-being.
In session, Beth takes a person-centered approach woven with practical modalities including Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Informed Care. She supports each person's areas of growth while leveraging their strengths, and also provides guidance and support for Orchard's Interns as she pursues a doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision.
Educational therapy & developmental responsiveness
Dr. Kathy A. Thomas
Dr. Thomas is an educational and child-development specialist who supports Orchard's clients in specialized learning and developmental strategies. A former Associate Professor of Education, she currently teaches graduate Juvenile Justice courses for Nova Southeastern University and brings extensive direct-service experience with youth who have developmental disorders or are involved in the juvenile-justice system, alongside hands-on experience designing programs for youth at risk.
Her specialization is Therapeutic Educational Strategies — helping students experiencing learning challenges by searching for the root solution through careful analysis of each learner's cognitive, executive function, and memory capacities.
Learn more about Dr. Thomas & Educational Therapy →
Thomas7935@bellsouth.net
Mentoring the next generation
Rashonda Clay-Douthit
Rashonda Clay-Douthit serves as Orchard's Director of Internship. An experienced mental-health professional with 25 years of practice, she works with a wide range of concerns including relationship issues, parenting concerns, stress management, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
Rashonda also served as Associate Director of Field Education at the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Maryland at Baltimore.
Whole-body, whole-spirit healthcare
Dr. Steve J. Wodzenski
Dr. Steve Wodzenski is a holistic healthcare practitioner with certifications in physiotherapy and a background in trigger-point therapy and educational kinesiology. He carries a long history of philanthropic service — including board membership for a transitional housing program for men reentering society after incarceration — and is committed to supporting service members and veterans of the United States Armed Forces.
He provides technical support to the Orchard in these areas of practice:
- Natural & Holistic Wellness & Healthcare
- Prison Reentry
- Addiction Supportive Services
- Nutrition & Fitness
Orchard's Board of Directors
Adria Kitchens
A Professional Coach and Nonprofit Professional who brings deep knowledge, skill, and compassion to Orchard's leadership. Creator of the empowering program True Black Feminine, Executive Director of One Small Change, Inc., and a CPA with extensive background in profit and nonprofit business management.
404.966.7708
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Rev. Charlene C. Shockley, BA Div.
A Business Development Consultant, Real Estate Professional, and Ministerial Counselor who provides program and community-outreach support for Orchard. An avid advocate for women and children at risk of domestic violence and homelessness, she worked closely with Dr. Darleen in establishing Orchard as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
- Children with Special Needs
- Family Resilience through Home Ownership
- Women experiencing Intimate Partner Violence
- Higher Education Access for All Georgians
Denice Maulucci
Caring and compassionate Board Member devoted to serving children and fragile populations to promote healing, development, and life satisfaction. Her philanthropic work focuses on:
- Children with Special Needs
- Veterans & Active Service Members
- Elderly & Aging Populations
Ms. Maulucci brings determination, focus, and passion to serving Orchard's communities.
Ms. Cheryl Safford
Founder and director of Kinder Kollege Christian School of College Park, GA. A celebrated advocate for children in high-need communities, Ms. Safford has received recognition from President Barack Obama and serves as a powerful community collaborator with Orchard, providing high-quality services to children with developmental, learning, and behavioral challenges.
2725 Charlestown Drive
College Park, GA 30337
Darron Kendrick, JSM, CPA
A Certified Public Accountant at W.D. Kendrick, CPA, LLC and founder of Kendrick Business Solutions, LLC. Mr. Kendrick brings extensive knowledge of nonprofit accounting, tax laws governing philanthropic activities, and best business practices to drive the success of any organization he serves.
Mrs. Barbara Johnston
Board Secretary, business consultant, and entrepreneur who is co-owner of Nuanz Coffee Roasters and Tea Merchants of Amelia Island, Florida, alongside her husband Gil Johnston. Ms. Johnston has a long history of philanthropic service with a passion for serving children and families.
Dr. Elizabeth Cannon, JD
A tireless champion for the underdog. Alongside her extensive background in theater and the performing arts, she practices law with a focus on the rights of individuals with Special Needs and Disabilities, providing the firm foundation of knowledge that informs Orchard's best practices in supporting those who are marginalized due to disability, structural bias, or personal challenges.
ECannonLaw385@gmail.com
(888) 727-7774
Orchard's Regional Advisory Team
Donna Just, EdD
Dr. Just serves as Educational Consultant and Programs Coordinator for Orchard, bringing a wealth of academic and program-development experience to the team.
LeTisha Bennett · "Teacher Tish"
A Professional Educator with advanced training in working alongside children and adults across a spectrum of learning and developmental presentations — from gifted and talented learners to those with Specific Learning Disabilities, ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Teacher Tish serves clients from age three through adulthood, in home-school, public-school, technical-school, and university settings.
She earned her undergraduate degree in Teaching and Education at Berry College and holds a professional Endorsement in Reading. As an accomplished artist and Certified Art Therapy Practitioner, she artfully weaves creative expression into the curriculum to promote brain-based learning, growth, and self-confidence.
A handful of seeds holds the promise of an entire orchard.
Orchard Human Services, Inc.