About Us
S.T.E.P.S. Counseling & Consulting, Inc. is dedicated to empowering individuals, businesses, and schools through tailored support. We offer individual therapy exclusively through virtual sessions, while our consulting services are available both in person and online to meet your specific needs.
Our Story
Hey S.T.E.P.S. Family! We are Dr. Erika Hill, LPC, ACS, and Dr. Jamilah Jones, LPC, ACS. Our journey began at Capella University, where we met while earning our Master’s in School Counseling and a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Contemporary Mental Health Services. After becoming school counselors for middle and high school students, we realized our mission extended beyond working solely with adolescents. We also wanted to provide Strategic Therapeutic Empowering Principle Skills to adults, schools, and businesses—helping them build healthy relationships, promote mental health awareness, and create thriving environments.
Fueled by this shared vision, we founded S.T.E.P.S. Counseling & Consulting, Inc. and pursued Ph.D.s in Counselor Education and Supervision. Today, our consulting services focus on empowering schools and businesses to strengthen their teams, reduce burnout, and foster positive workplace cultures. We offer customized workshops, professional development, and strategic guidance, all tailored to the unique challenges of educators, administrators, and corporate leaders.
S.T.E.P.S. Counseling & Consulting, Inc. also operates as a private practice providing telehealth counseling services. As licensed professional counselors in Georgia, New Jersey, and Louisiana. We are also professors, consultants, and supervisors leveraging our diverse expertise to promote mental health awareness through counseling workshops.
Dr. Erika Hill, LPC, ACS
Hello, I am Dr. Erika Hill, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and Louisiana with 15 years of experience. I hold a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, a Master's in School Counseling, a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Contemporary Mental Health Services, and a Bachelor's in Behavior Analysis with a minor in Sociology. I am also the Co-Founder and Chief Officer of Wellness Strategy at S.T.E.P.S. Counseling & Consulting, Inc.
Throughout my career, I have worked in schools, intensive outpatient programs, behavioral residential treatment centers, private practice, and academia. My expertise includes presenting and publishing research in the counseling field, as well as educating future counselors and professionals.
As the Co-Founder and Chief Officer of Wellness Strategy at S.T.E.P.S., I leverage my experience as a professor and clinical supervisor to guide organizations and leaders through transformative processes. My approach integrates wellness strategies to help teams achieve sustainable success, overcome challenges, and enhance overall organizational well-being.
I believe counseling outcomes depend on active engagement. I am committed to supporting individuals and organizations' mission and vision as we navigate both positive goals and recurring challenges together.
Specialties: Trauma and Abuse, Teen and Adolescent Concerns, Grief and Loss, Depression, Addiction, Stress and Anxiety, Significant Life Transitions, Family Conflict, Group Therapy, Eating disorders, Career changes, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Mentorship, Anger management, Abandonment, and Attachment Concerns.
Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Humanistic Therapy
Dr. Jamilah Jones, LPC, ACS
Hello, I am Dr. Jamilah Jones, LPC, ACS, a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with nearly two decades of experience. I hold a Master’s in School Counseling from Capella University and a Bachelor’s in Family and Consumer Science from Morgan State University. I began my career in the field of mental health counseling in 2005 and have since dedicated myself to promoting mental health awareness and fostering positive change in individuals and organizations. I am the Co-Founder and Chief Officer of Educational Wellness at S.T.E.P.S. Counseling & Consulting, Inc.
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My professional journey has provided me with a wealth of experience across various settings, including schools, private practice, and community programs. I have worked extensively with at-risk youth, marginalized communities, and individuals navigating significant life challenges. My clinical expertise includes approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, which I tailor to meet the unique needs of my clients.
As the Co-Founder and Chief Officer of Educational Wellness, I lead consulting efforts for schools with a commitment to fostering positive, inclusive learning environments. I use my background as a professor, clinician, and supervisor to support school leaders and teams in addressing challenges, enhancing wellness, and building stronger school climates. My work is grounded in evidence-based strategies that empower educators to create impactful change for staff and students alike.
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I am passionate about equipping schools with the tools, strategies, and guidance necessary to cultivate thriving educational communities. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and resilience, I aim to ensure that every school we work with has the resources to achieve lasting success and sustainability.
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Specialties:
Trauma and Abuse, Teen and Adolescent Concerns, Grief and Loss, Depression, Addiction, Stress and Anxiety, Significant Life Transitions, Family Conflict, Group Therapy, Eating disorders, Career changes, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Mentorship, Anger management, Abandonment, and Attachment Concerns.
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Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Humanistic Therapy
