About Us
Meet Our Therapists
Madeline Stealy
Co-Owner/Therapist - LMFT
As a therapist, Madeline’s goal is to provide a safe space for exploring and facilitating change through support and empathic listening so her clients can work through life’s challenges with the goal of improving their overall mental and emotional wellbeing. Madeline believes in a collaborative and integrative approach, which is tailored to the needs and strengths of the individual or couple.
Madeline has experience working within a wide range of therapeutic modalities for those seeking help with various struggles including but not limited to: mood disorders, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, family conflict and parenting, adjustment disorders, pregnancy and postpartum, marital conflict and divorce. Madeline has completed Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training and plans to pursue additional training to complete Perinatal Mental Health Certification in the future.
Madeline co founded Firefly Counseling Commons as a virtual teletherapy space in order to be able to help meet a person’s needs without some of the barriers that can make it difficult to prioritize mental health. Madeline believes we all deserve to live healthy and balanced lives. If this is something you desire, but are struggling to achieve, Madeline looks forward to the opportunity to work with you to help facilitate positive change.
Cari Montgomery
Co-Owner/Therapist- LCSW
Cari is excited to endeavor in this amazing new virtual therapy practice. While she is not currently accepting new clients, Cari and Madeline have collaborated to create a safe and easily accessible therapeutic space based on the philosophies below that have been cultivated over years of therapeutic practice.
Cari believes the agent of change always comes from within and that we all have the infinite wisdom to heal and enhance our lives. With psychodynamic therapy, we simply nurture that journey and create a safe space to help facilitate an understanding of yourself. Observing the influence of different mental and emotional patterns can be incredibly powerful for personal growth.
Whether it’s managing anxiety or depression, or navigating other traumas, Cari has found psychodynamic therapy to be a powerful framework. The most important piece of the “therapeutic puzzle” could be described as unlocking a sense of shelter and trust.
Recently, Cari has integrated Brainspotting into her practice. Brainspotting utilizes the client-therapist relationship, along with focused mindfulness, to promote healing in a deeper way than talk therapy alone. It’s all about customizing the process in whichever ways make sense for you. Cari’s approach provides a welcoming environment for clients to discuss sex and sexuality. Cari is proud to affirm the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as other intimate aspects of the human experience.
Hope Hadding
Therapist - LCSW
Hope is a seasoned therapist with over 15 years of experience in guiding individuals towards a brighter tomorrow. Hope recognizes that embarking on the journey of therapy can be daunting and she will accompany you every step of the way.
Hope’s approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and collaboration. Together, she’ll help you navigate the complexities of your inner world, identify your therapy goals, and craft a personalized roadmap to guide your sessions. Whether you’re grappling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, or any other challenge, rest assured, you’re not alone.
As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Hope understands the unique struggles and triumphs that shape one’s journey. Your identity is celebrated and respected and your experiences will be met with the compassion and sensitivity they deserve. Additionally, Hope’s expertise extends to working with individuals navigating intimacy, exploring sexual identity, or addressing concerns surrounding sexuality.
Whatever it is you’re wanting to explore in therapy, you can trust in her non-judgmental approach and unwavering support!
Jessica Smith
Therapist - LCSW
Jessica Smith is originally from Atlanta, GA and attended the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) where she received a bachelor’s degree in Communications. She worked for several years in the nonprofit development field before deciding that she wanted to return to school part time to pursue a Masters of Social Work degree. During this time, she lived and worked in inner city Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and then did some rural social service work in Central Pennsylvania. All of these different experiences have impacted the way she views therapy today.
Jessica believes in a person-centered approach to therapy and meeting clients where they are. She believes that everyone receives support and goes through the process of self-work differently, and it is important to work together to make therapy work for you in your unique circumstances.
Jessica has worked primarily with adolescents and families managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and major changes to the family system. She also has a lot of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders. Jessica mainly utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and in some cases, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with teaching and implementing appropriate coping skills in order to make progress. Jessica looks forward to getting to know you and working together on your goals!
Shira Belkov
Therapist - LCSW
What Makes Us Different ?
Our Mission
Empowering individuals to achieve holistic well-being through compassionate and personalized mental health care, fostering resilience and promoting a path to a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Our Values
Empathy
Collaboration
Expertise
Safety
Sensitivity Towards Differences
Confidentiality
Respect for Autonomy
Our Story
Firefly Counseling Commons was started with the desire to provide a safe, virtual space where clients can have access to expert therapists on their own time and in the comfort of their own personal space.
Our therapists have decades of experience serving individuals, couples and families that have faced a variety of mental health challenges and have walked with them on their difficult journey toward healing and positive change.
Therapists at Firefly Counseling Commons have a passion for overall wellness and believe that therapy can be a stepping stone on a person’s wellness journey.