Our Team
Antoinette Lancaster is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). She also holds as additional qualification as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and is an approved Clinical Supervisor in Maryland. She has worked in the field of human service for over 20 years in various capacities. She currently serves as the CEO of Lancaster, Frazier, and Associates and the Executive Director of Diversified Lifestyle Services.
She holds an EdD in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University, a M. A. in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University, and a B. S. degree in Psychology from Morgan State University. Over the years, Dr. Lancaster has presented nationally at conferences, facilitated workshops and teaches at the college level. She works with adolescents, adults, families, and couples and has experience treating depression, anxiety, substance dependence, suicidal ideation, anger, trauma, and personality disorders. Dr. Lancaster’s approach is grounded in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with an integration of techniques from other psychological approaches to promote personal growth and healing. She also provides clinical supervision and training to aspiring counselors.
Dr. Lancaster’s’ research interest consists of family systems and the exploration of trans-generational trauma as well as sexual health awareness. She sees life as a journey filled with twists and turns that can cause us to become stuck and in need of assistance to overcome a presenting obstacle. The therapeutic relationship can be a catalyst to increase self-understanding, manage challenging situations, and achieve fulfillment. And she recommends and advocates for mental health counseling for all.
Brittany DeLoatch is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland. She has a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. Since completing her degree, she has gained counseling experience working with youth with ADD/ADHD in group and individual settings, juvenile reintegration in residential treatment center for adolescent males, permanent supportive housing, marital issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, ADD/ADHD, self- esteem, coping skills, peer relationships, and family therapy. Mrs. DeLoatch uses an eclectic mix of therapeutic approaches to include person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused therapy.
Melea Johnson is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor at Diversified Lifestyle Services, working under the direct supervision of Dr. Antoinette Lancaster. She earned her master’s degree in counseling psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology at the Washington, D.C. campus, where she also completed a nine-month internship at Diversified Lifestyle Services.
Ms.Johnson is dedicated to helping individuals manage ongoing life stressors by teaching skills that promote long-term benefits while providing support and guidance throughout their active lives. She is currently enhancing her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Theory and utilizes an integrative approach tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Ms. Johnson has a particular interest in working with young adults and couples, as well as individuals experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms.