About

About

McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services, is an award-winning, BIPOC focused and LGBTQIA+ friendly group practice dedicated to serving the State of Pennsylvania with it hybrid model by creating access to counseling services both in-person and online. Our mission is to: 

  • destigmatize and decolonize mental health by educating our communities
  • promote the visibility of clinicians of color
  • promote intersectionality and representation
  • promote competency through collaboration and consultation
  • encourage healing in safe spaces by providing ethical, evidence based, trauma informed, and culturally aware care

Awarded Best Mental Health Service of 2022 in Wyncote, PA

Jennifer A. McPherson, MS, EMBA, LPC, NCC, CDWF

Owner & Clinical Director

Jennifer A. McPherson is a Licensed Professional Counselor from Philadelphia, PA that is licensed in the States of Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Florida. She is also the Owner/Clinical Director of McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services; a hybrid BIPOC focused and LGBTQIA affirming mental health counseling group practice that provides mental health counseling, consulting services, coaching services, clinical supervision, and education. Due to their commitment to creating access to care for BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities, McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services has awarded as the BEST Mental Health Service in Wyncote, PA for 2022 and 2023 in addition to a slew of other noteworthy awards.

Jennifer received her BA in Psychology from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA before pursuing her MS in Counseling & Clinical Health Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She also possesses an Executive MBA in Healthcare from Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, PA. She is trained in and utilizes Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)as her choice modalities for treating race-based trauma in her clients. She is also a Certified Daring Way Facilitator an implements the work of Brene´ Brown to encourage authenticity and vulnerability and to destigmatize shame.

In addition to her role at McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services, Jennifer is also an Executive Coach & Consultant, Clinical Supervisor for BIPOC supervisees seeking licensure, Public Speaker, and two-time Amazon Bestselling Author. Most recently, Jennifer was accepted into Goldman Sachs' 10,000 Small Businesses Program in an effort to support the growth of McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services to be a nationwide mental health counseling group practice in order in access to care for BIPOC & LGBTQIA communities, to support BIPOC & LGBTQIA therapists, increase mental health education, and decrease the stigma against mental health in marginalized communities.

To verify my license through the State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors, click here.

Hybrid Team

Aspen McMillan, MA, NCC

Hybrid Psychotherapist

Aspen McMillan is a pre-licensed clinician working toward professional licensure under Jennifer A. McPherson's supervision. She received her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Rowan University in South Jersey. During her time at Rowan, Aspen competed as a 5x All-American on the Women's Track and Field team, sat on the NCAA Division III Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and claimed the university's indoor 60-meter hurdle record. She went on to receive her M.A. in Counseling from Northwestern University.

Aspen has experience working with families, young adults, athletes, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities through a psychodynamic lens of therapy. She believes there is significance in exploring the details that make up the full picture of your life. Her goal is to create a genuine space, free of judgment, to connect with her clients as they learn about themselves and the lifestyle they want to lead. She has helped clients identify and manage anxiety, depression, trauma, body image, social skills and coping skills, adjustment, and racial disparities.

Personal growth isn't easy; It requires deep self-reflection, awareness and consistency. Aspen enjoys supporting her clients in the unique journey of discovering their full potential. She looks forward to expanding her skillset in trauma informed therapy, DBT, sex therapy and couples therapy as she pursues licensure.

Alicia Erwin, MA

Hybrid Psychotherapist

Alicia is an authentic a pre-licensed therapist with extensive experience in providing support to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In addition to her expertise in trauma-informed services, she has worked across various levels of care, including adult partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. Alicia holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Temple University in Philadelphia and a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Rosemont College in Bryn Mawr, PA.

Specializing in BIPOC & LGBTQIA adult clients facing a multitude of challenges, Alicia addresses issues such as anxiety, depression, existential crises, spirituality exploration, work-related stress, race/gender related stress, identity crisis, life transitions, grief, women's issues, and family/romantic relationships. She utilizes a range of therapeutic modalities including holistic care , emphasizing a client-centered, mind-body, and strengths-based approach while bringing a unique, anti-colonial and anti-oppressive perspective to the field of mental health. Alicia firmly believes in the collaborative nature of therapy, fostering a safe and empathetic environment where clients can explore all facets of themselves. Her ultimate goal is to support clients in achieving overall wellness across all dimensions of their lives. For those seeking guidance and support on their mental health journey, Alicia is committed to providing a compassionate and effective therapeutic partnership.

Jordan Williams, MS, NCC

Hybrid Psychotherapist

Jordan holds a BS in Psychology from Texas Christian University and an MS in Counseling with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health from Villanova University. She is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a pre-licensed clinician under supervision. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in an anti-oppressive, systems-based lens, with a focus on decolonizing and destigmatizing mental health within BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities.

As a Black queer cis-woman, Jordan is constantly reflecting on the dynamics of power, privilege, and control in therapeutic settings. She utilizes a holistic, trauma-informed framework that integrates attachment, psychodynamic therapy, and Liberation-focused therapy to empower clients and build resilience, particularly in addressing the relational fractures due to internal and external systems. Jordan embraces open dialogue around topics often deemed “taboo” in society, such as race, gender, sexuality, religion, spirituality, suicidality, and complex trauma. She places a strong emphasis on authenticity, collaboration, and autonomy in the therapeutic relationship, ensuring a safe space for all her clients to explore their identities and experiences.

In her commitment to anti-oppressive work, Jordan creates an inclusive and affirming space for Queer individuals who wish to explore their identities through a faith-based lens. As a Christian herself, she understands the profound impact that religious trauma, particularly from frameworks rooted in power and control, can have on a person’s existential beliefs and sense of self. Jordan provides a compassionate, non-judgmental environment, honoring each person’s unique spiritual journey while supporting them in navigating the complexities of faith, sexuality, and self-acceptance.

Additionally, as a former 2x Division I track athlete, Jordan also welcomes current and former athletes grappling with identity challenges related to athletics.

Interns

Raymond Du

Intern

Raymond Du is a Philadelphia native and an Intern at McPherson Clinical & Consulting Services with a focus on Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic (CBT) approaches. He has a Bachelor's degree in Psychological and Social Sciences from Penn State Abington. Raymond is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Diverse and Underserved Communities at Chestnut Hill College. Raymond has experience working with adolescents and youth as a Therapeutic Support Staff in school, camp, and home settings, where he spent two years working. He has experience with helping clients manage and deal with anxiety, stress, trauma, and developing coping skills. He now studies to expand his scope having coursework in LGBTQ counseling, substance use and addictions counseling, trauma, and psychotherapy.