Mid-Atlantic Region – Bridging Traditions & Innovation in Mental Health
Co-Regional Directors: Sierra Turnage & Niesha White
(Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia)
Under the dynamic leadership of Sierra Turnage and Niesha White, the Mid-Atlantic Region is weaving together historical wisdom and progressive mental health solutions across four states. We’re building bridges through:
Signature Initiatives
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Appalachian Outreach: Tailored support for rural mountain communities
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HBCU Partnerships: Cultivating next-gen counselors at historic institutions
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Coastal Resilience: Addressing climate anxiety in vulnerable shoreline areas
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Policy Crossroads: Advocating where Northern and Southern systems intersect
Our Regional Mosaic
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, we serve:
✓ Military families in Hampton Roads
✓ College communities in the Research Triangle
✓ Agricultural workers in the Piedmont
✓ Industrial recovery zones
Join Our Collective Impact
Together, we’re honoring legacies while pioneering new approaches to care.
Connect With Us:
Sierra.Turnage@NABCounselors.org
Niesha.White@NABCounselors.org