Here are some places to get started.

Welcome

Are you do you ever feel stuck when it comes to making decisions?

Does it seem do you enjoy life less these days?

Are you struggling are you having difficulty with your spouse or with a family member?

Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know seeking help can be hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years, but we're so glad you have taken the courageous step of being here.

Together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety , or marital problems , it is important that you know you don't have to be alone in this journey. We have the experience to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

We understand no two individuals are the same, and we tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We will work together to understand the root cause of your struggles and address them with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you've always wanted.

If you're ready to work towards the life you've always wanted, we're ready when you are. Contact us today and let's get to work.

Meet Our Team

Montigus Jackson, LMHC-QS, LPCS, LPC-A, CAMS

Jawan Dickerson-Escobar, M.A, RMHCI, CAP, NCC

Diamond Alridge, MS, MSW

Andrea Adkins, M. Ed, RMHCI

Mandisa Gilliam, MA, RMHCI

Cole Corbett, BA

Reviews

See what our clients have to say:

"I have been working with Monte over the last year in a half and it has been amazing. He was really good with getting me to think about situations and not necessarily point blame at me but making me realize different ways to go about things. My relationship with my kids is amazing and my relationship with their mother and working together to coparent our children is amazing. I’m not the type of person to open up to people but he made me feel comfortable and brought things out of me I didn’t know was really there. If you want to talk to someone that makes you feel like family but still keeps it professional, Monte is the guy. I am greatfull for some of the techniques he has taught me and have continued to use them to improve my life choices. Thanks Monte I appreciate everything."

Ricky Carroll

"My daughter's experience has been absolutely wonderful. From the very first session, my daughter's felt comfortable and understood. Mrs. Diamond is patient, compassionate, and incredibly skilled at working with children. I have seen improvements in communication, emotional regulation, and confidence. It’s clear she genuinely care about the kids and families they serve. I am so thankful!"

Ebony

"Monti is just a great person to talk to. I instantly felt comfortable speaking with him and that’s so important to me. It helped create a safe space and I was able to be vulnerable. He’s a great listener and I can feel how much he loves his clients and what he does. I would highly recommend Monti to anyone looking for someone to talk to."

Kevin Samples

"Monty has been extremely positive. They are compassionate, attentive, and highly skilled at creating a safe and supportive environment. His guidance has helped me navigate challenges with clarity and resilience, and I’ve seen real progress since working with them. I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking professional and effective therapy."

Destiny Bell

"Mr. Jackson has been instrumental in helping me deal with and get through some of the toughest life challenges I’ve ever experienced. He always listens and has something insightful to inject into my continuing efforts to not only improve my situation but also my life . His assistance and counsel has been priceless in my life."

Dallas Norwood

"Monty has been an incredible net positive in my life. As a young man, it’s hard to reach out for help and to find an unbiased viewpoint, and I am very grateful that he is exactly that. His patience, pragmatism, and motivation have been a significant boon to my life in numerous areas. I know for a lot of men, getting therapy is hard, but Monty’s approach to mental health counseling helps to question engrained beliefs and break old patterns. He is also incredibly flexible, and there when I needed him most."

Marco George

"Starting Pointe Counseling Services has been a trusted and valued part of my life over several years. Even when things are going well I still make time to check in with my counselor Monte! I'm appreciative of all of the ways that having a wonderful counselor has helped me through my life. Thank you!"

Ayize Hanif

"I've had the pleasure of working with 2 therapist from this company for marital and personal and both individuals have been exceptionally wonderful. I have grown a great deal since the start of my sections. I found the flexibility of their hours extremely helpful. I've been able to have my sessions on the weekends as well as doing my break from work. As a work mom, it has been refreshing to connect with such quality therapist that really cares and provides great insight."

Irma Napoleon

"Montigus Jackson absolutely wonderful therapist. Compassionate, understanding, and genuinely helpful. Every session leaves me feeling lighter and more grounded. Highly recommend!"

Saltanat Kokin

"My experience i’ve had with Diamond my therapist is she is caring she is encouraging very reassuring and let you know that she is going to walk along your journey with you and she always wants what works for you and what’s best for you understanding you always feel you have her attention and she’s listening always smiling. I like the fact that she doesn’t discourage you by any kind of facial expressions, listening, and smiling and for me very comforting. and she really works with you. She wants to be on one accord with you for you and nothing doesn’t seem like it’s coming from a script or a book It’s truly a good experience"

Roro Murphy

"Montigus (Monte) Jackson at Starting Pointe Counseling Services is 5 stars worthy. I was so grateful to have found him. He helped me navigate through several major issues in my life after not being helped elsewhere. I have total trust in him and found him to be a great listener, very professional and well educated and experienced in his profession. I found him to be very easy to open up to. I would recommend him to my family and friends in a heartbeat. Thank you, Monte, for all you’ve done to help guide me through my difficult times and achieving a healthy, positive outcome."

Nancy Stopczy

"My 9 year old loves group session with Mrs. Diamond. She’s learning a lot from the sessions and looks forward to the sessions bi-weekly. She said Mrs. Diamond is very nice and kind."

Sunshine Nealy

"I have been receiving counseling from Monte for the past 8 years and I can say without a doubt that he is excellent at what he does. I met him at time where my life was in a very confusing state and Monte was able to help guide me (continues to) through that rough patch. Through his counseling I've grown, learned and healed parts of myself that I wouldn't have been able to do on my own. I am forever grateful to have met him and I look forward to continue working with him. If you're looking to start counseling, I highly recommend trying Starting Pointe Counseling."

Domonique Reed

"It has been wonders working with Montigus Jackson. He is helpful with opening up and discussing problems concerns and just life and how to cope. I appreciate having someone who can empathize and actually understand my feelings and concerns and help navigate through. Life is a growing process and he has been a true ally in my growth and development. I recommend anyone looking for personal development and growth in your personal life to reach out for service. He is appreciated for all that he has done thus far."

Tee N

"Cheyenne at Starting Pointe Counseling is incredible. She creates a safe, supportive space and truly listens with compassion and care. Her guidance has helped me grow and gain clarity in ways I didn’t expect. I’m so grateful for her and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful and skilled therapist."

ethan young

"Mr. Monte has truly helped me navigate my life for the past two years. He is very professional. He really challenges you to see yourself through your own view. Would definitely recommend him to anyone. He’s also very honest and that I can definitely appreciate!!!"

Ebony Pittman

"Jawan Dickerson is an incredible counsellor. He has helped me and my partner a lot both together and individually. He takes the time to listen to our concerns and is very upfront and honest with us which is something we need. He is also very capable of explaining what I am unable to express to my partner in a way that gets my point across and teaches me how to do so myself. Finding him has definitely been the answer to my prayers. I was ready to walk away when right before we met him and it has been very helpful and enlightening. Highly recommend!!"

Alaa Adam

"Diamond has been super helpful through my healing process ! Grateful to have her in my corner ! Highly recommend"

justin williams

"I’ve been talking with Monty for a while now and has really helped in a lot of ways. Handing life and situations he has help navigate with ease. Very thankful."

Drew Hickey

"I met Monty in a really dark place in 2024. I was emotionally congested from years of unresolved trauma that was affecting my behavior currently. He has definitely given me space where I can heal, grow, and talk through many things I noticed comes online for Le that I'm seeing change in. I do a lot of individual work like journalling, reading, etc and he's a great addition to this because he's an amazing listener and clear communicator. I am highly recommending him to anyone reading!"

Devon Hearne

"I've been using his services for about two years. Mr. Jackson is very professional and understanding. When I first started, I've been through a wave of emotions and he was able to guide me through it all. Definitely would recommend his services to others."

Emmanuel Etienne

"Jawan has been a blessing to my wife and I. Every week we look forward to seeing him because of how well he works with us. He is a great listener, he has good techniques, and he is also fair. We’ve grown so much in the past month and I can’t thank him enough for playing a huge role by help strengthening our marriage."

Ruben Carter

"I highly recommend this practice. Montigus is very professional, relatable and makes you feel comfortable. I have gained so much perspective since I began speaking with him. I can with confidence say that he has made a difference in my life."

Stephanie Cuellar

"Starting Pointe Counseling has given me the greatest counseling experience I’ve ever had. As a black man, attending therapy was initially challenging for me, but Montigus created a safe space for me to collect my thoughts, gain new skills for my mental health, and gain perspective for life. I’m glad I said yes to Starting Pointe!"

Javonte' Blackmon

"Mrs. Diamond from Starting Pointe Counseling is amazing. Any exercises and HW she gave me helped so much and I still use it everyday."

Makari Nealy

"Monti is very knowledgeable about mental health. He is very professional and kind. He has helped me tremendously. I am grateful to have him as my therapist."

Mikelita Jean

"Starting Pointe (Montigus Jackson) has been a god-send for my family. Representation was important to my son when finding a therapist, and Monte went above and beyond, showing understanding and relatability."

Courtney

"Been a client for close to a year now & I'm here to stay: counseling with Starting Pointe has been a life-changing experience for the better. Stale textbook counseling has no place here; Montigus Jackson is an excellent therapist that actually listens & offers genuine empathy, trustworthiness and support. Forever thankful for his expertise."

Liliana Ortega

"I have been using Monti’s services for about a year and it has done wonders to make me a better person for myself and those around me. We all want to be our best version."

Leonardo Mercedes

"I would like to share my complete distrust and dismay at what is the state of the mental health community is, but there is something to be said about Mr. Jackson. In the short time we got to meet, he gave me hope. Something not one medical professional has ever done. I've been walking around all my life with a death sentence looming over me. Telling me I'll never be free. Mr. Jackson heard my call and he responded. At a moment I needed it desperately. We have no longer continued, but if someone out there is needing to be heard and potentially spoken with. This man is actually trying."

Sara Alarcon

"Working with Mr. jackson is hard work he makes you get the answers you need with his guidance. He’s patient and understanding without being condescending. I would highly recommend this counselor."

Dennis Lipp

"Montigus Jackson is an excellent therapist, it’s been a great learning experience. Thank you !"

Maquise Paul

"I have been a client for over 4 years . I appreciate the empathetic and honest feedback I receive which has helped me through some challenging times."

Camille Kerr

"This guy is amazing. He's easy to talk to and he keeps it 100 with at all times."

Michael Matthew

"If you’re looking for someone to talk to, this place is perfect! Perfect listener and great advice!"

Kyle Owens

"Very honest and upfront conversations"

"Everyone has a Starting Pointe, where's yours??"