Meet Grace to Grace
Grace to Grace Behavioral Health was founded by Licensed Clinical Social Worker Johnita McGee Smith to provide compassionate, faith-rooted, and evidence-based care for individuals, couples, and families in Ohio.
Our practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, and a deep respect for each person’s journey. Whether you’re facing anxiety, trauma, depression, or life transitions, we offer a safe and supportive space for healing.
Rachel Webb is a licensed social worker and licensed chemical dependency counselor (LCDC III) who supports individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges. She specializes in anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and addiction, using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care. With experience in clinical services, recovery program leadership, and crisis response, Rachel offers compassionate, client-centered support. She especially enjoys working with adolescents and families to strengthen communication and build resilience. Rachel believes in meeting clients where they are and empowering them to achieve lasting healing and growth.
Rachel Webb, LSW, LCDC III
Dymphna Ueda
Dee Ueda is a dedicated mental health professional with experience supporting adolescents and young adults through individual, family, and group therapy. As a Clinical Intern at Ohio Guidestone, she managed a caseload of 33 clients, using clinical interventions that includes CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Art Therapy.
Dee is passionate about providing client-centered care, building strong therapeutic relationships, and collaborating with families and care teams. With a focus on creating safe, supportive spaces, Dee is committed to helping clients grow, heal, and thrive.
Clinical Intern
Louise Leonard, BSW, LSW, LCDCIII
Clinical Intern
Louise Leonard is a licensed social worker and chemical dependency counselor dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion and care. She has experience in assessments, counseling, and developing personalized care plans that support emotional well-being and recovery.
Currently pursuing her Master’s in Social Work, Louise is committed to empowering others, advocating for their needs, and guiding them toward healing, resilience, and hope.
Dr. Melissa Carter, Ph.D., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor & Clinical Psychologist-in-Training
Dr. Melissa Carter, LPC is a trauma-informed therapist and clinical psychologist-in-training with nearly a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. She specializes in psychological assessment, culturally responsive care, and treatment of trauma and neurodevelopmental disorders. Currently based in Ohio and serving clients in Hawaii, Dr. Carter is deeply committed to healing-centered, equitable mental health care rooted in evidence-based practice and social justice.
Johnita McGee-Smith, MSW, LISW, brings over a decade of experience in social work and behavioral health, supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult challenges. She uses evidence-based therapies—including CBT, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed approaches—to provide personalized, effective care. Johnita works with diverse populations such as incarcerated women, at-risk youth, and those facing depression and anxiety, focusing on fostering resilience and long-term healing. Her commitment to ethical, client-centered therapy ensures compassionate support tailored to each client’s unique needs. Services are offered both in person and through telehealth for greater accessibility. Johnita’s approach combines professionalism, empathy, and advocacy to empower positive change. She is licensed to practice in both Ohio and Virginia.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11
Johnita Mcgee Smith, MSW, LISW
Our vision is to be a trusted and faith-anchored leader in mental health services across Ohio—where every person, regardless of background, life experience, or struggle, feels truly seen, deeply heard, and compassionately supported. We aim to create a space where healing is possible, purpose is restored, and individuals and families are empowered to live with resilience, hope, and wholeness—guided by the transformative power of grace.
VISION
At Grace to Grace Behavioral Health, our mission is to provide compassionate, client-centered mental health care rooted in clinical excellence and spiritual integrity. We aim to create a safe space where individuals and families can heal, grow, and thrive—guided by grace, empowered by evidence-based practices, and supported through every step of their journey.
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