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Sow & Seed is a Black women founded and ran boutique private practice with niche trained clinicians in Illinois and New York who specialize in all aspects of relational healing. Camille Lester is a Black woman therapist and owner and founder

Practice Owner & Lead Supervisor

Camille Lester-Riley, LMHC, LCPC, NCC, M.S.

Camille is a Licensed Psychotherapist in the state of New York and Illinois. Lovingly she says, she helps Black folks do relationships better. Clinically, she empowers her clients to refine, deepen, and strengthen their communication, foster emotional intimacy with self and others, stop letting the moods of someone else dictate their own, and address cyclical relational patterns that feel difficult to end. She works primarily from a psychodynamic, black feminist, jungian, and narrative framework. She maintains her solo private practice along with leading Sow & Seed. When she is not in session or supervising she enjoys squeezing in a midday pilates class, indulging in local eats on the Southside of Chicago, walking up to the lake with her boxer pup, or taking it easy at home with her husband and toddler.

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Illinois awarded by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; License #: 180.015121

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York State awarded by the New York Dept. of Education, Board of Regents; License #: 012939

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Psychology & Black Studies, DePaul University (2014); Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marquette University (2017).

Advanced trainings: Reiki Practitioner: For Psychotherapists (2020); Gottman Relationship Checkup, Approved Member; Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Chicago Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy

Sow & Seed is a Black women founded and ran boutique private practice with niche trained clinicians in Illinois and New York who specialize in all aspects of relational healing. Devonna Jackson is a lead supervisor

Devonna Jackson, LCPC, NCC, M.S

Devonna Jackson is a dedicated psychotherapist and clinical supervisor committed to enhancing mental well-being. With extensive experience, she specializes in helping adults facing mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Utilizing an eclectic approach that includes CBT, Narrative Therapy, ACT, and Exposure and Response Prevention, Devonna tailors her methods to meet individual needs.

She invites clients to explore their inner narratives and confront unhealthy patterns, address compromised self-concepts, paving the way for self-discovery, resilience, and meaningful change.

As a clinical supervisor, Devonna is passionate about mentoring emerging therapists, sharing her knowledge, and fostering professional development. She believes in the importance of continued learning and growth, both for herself and those she supervises, to ensure the highest standard of care for clients.

When not at work, Devonna enjoys cozying up with a good book, walks by the lake, or catching up on the latest episode of dateline. 

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Illinois awarded by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; License #: 180.013247

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2015); Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marquette University (2017).

Advanced trainings: Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT); Prolonged Exposure

Clinic Operations Manager & Lead Supervisor

black therapist in chicago at sow and seed psychotherapy morgan mcdaniel works with women hoping to find their voice

Staff Therapist

Morgan McDaniel, LPC, M.A.

Morgan McDaniel is an empathetic Licensed Professional Counselor who believes one’s current situation is not their final destination. By fostering a safe, open-minded, and trusting therapeutic relationship, she collaborates with clients to help them achieve their goals. Through nurturing this seed, clients develop the tools and resilience needed to bloom and flourish, ultimately becoming self-sufficient in navigating life’s challenges.

Morgan utilizes Gestalt therapy alongside evidence-based approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy) which focus on the present moment to help clients gain awareness of and transform maladaptive thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may hinder growth.

Morgan holds space for individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship issues, and low self esteem who want to reclaim and take back power over their reality. With a passion for empowering women, Morgan specializes in supporting clients through perinatal challenges, relationship changes, and other life transitions. Fluent in Mandarin, she warmly welcomes Mandarin-speaking clients seeking therapy.  

Outside of her practice, Morgan enjoys watching films, indulging in Chinese dramas, and curating health and wellness products that enhance daily life. She also embraces the joys of motherhood, cherishing time with her son, family, and friends.

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Illinois awarded by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; License #: 178.019463

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Sociology & Asian Studies, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville (2012) Master of Arts, Counseling, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (2022)

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