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Meet Our Team

Michele Van Choff

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CEO

My name is Michele Van Choff and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker. I am native to the Mississippi Gulf Coast however, I moved to Miami to obtain my Master's degree in Social Work and practiced for over 10 years in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. I have worked with diverse populations throughout my career. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and utilize trauma focused care, with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFT). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Dr. Ray Scurfield

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER, DSW

My name is Ray Scurfield, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide psychotherapy and instruction in coping and alternative meditation and breathing strategies to address a range of mental health issues, to include war and civilian-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, substance use, and life/school/career adjustment.
My psychotherapeutic approach is grounded in Gestalt, Existential, Humanistic and Experiential therapies, along with creative meditation techniques/strategies and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Shirley Hilliard

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

My name is Shirley Hilliard and I have been working in the mental health field in a variety of capacities for the last 12 years. I graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Masters in Social Work in 2006 and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in Mississippi.

I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric population in a variety of inpatient, outpatient settings as well as in the schools.

Sally Smirthwaite

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

My name is Sally Smirthwaite and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker. I have more than 10 years experience providing therapy services to a range of populations here on the Gulf Coast. I have been trained in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and understand the profound impact trauma has on one’s life. I utilize a strength-based approach with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I work effectively with all age groups and have experience with children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. I have experience providing therapy to individuals with various diagnoses including ADHD, adjustment disorder, anxiety, Asperger’s, bipolar, depression, and PTSD among others.

Jason Van Choff

Office Manager, COO

My name is Jason Van Choff, as Office Manager. I ensure all of the day to day office needs are met, and I also maintain the practice's web presence. I am an USAF Veteran and retired Law Enforcement Officer. I have a Master's Degree in Aerospace Administration and Master's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration.

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15465 Oak Lane, Suite 100-G
Gulfport, MS. 39503

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Office: 228-314-3626
Fax: 228-314-3141
practicalsolutionspllc@gmail.com