providing quality counseling since 1998
Counseling services for individuals and families
P: (252)752-8602 F: (252)752-8103
East Coast Counseling, Inc
Comprehensive Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment
East Coast Counseling, Inc is a leading provider of outpatient mental health and substance use treatment services in Greenville, NC. Our licensed counselors offer a range of evidence-based approaches, including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing, to address a variety of mental health and addiction needs. We also provide specialized services including the following: DWI assessments, DWI Groups, Alcohol and Drug Education Traffic School, Substance Use Evaluations and Anger Assessments. We work with the NC Board of Nursing, NC Physicians Health Program, and the US Probation Office offering services for mental health and substance use treatment. In addition, ECC offers SAP services for the Department of Transportation and Substance Use Evaluation for the NC Department of Motor Vehicles.
meet our team...
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Cheryl is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor - Master Addiction Counselor (CRC-MAC), and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). A 1992 graduate of East Carolina University, she brings over 25 years of experience in suppo
Cheryl is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor - Master Addiction Counselor (CRC-MAC), and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). A 1992 graduate of East Carolina University, she brings over 25 years of experience in supporting adults with mental health and substance use disorders. Cheryl employs a range of therapeutic strategies, believing in individualized healing processes. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and adopts a client-centered approach. Beyond her practice, Cheryl teaches at East Carolina University, supervises clinicians, and enjoys family time. A dedicated advocate, she has also contributed to numerous licensing boards.
Mrs. Jan Britt, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Jan earned her Master of Science degrees in Substance Abuse and Clinical Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling from East Carolina University in 2007. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). With over 17 years of exp
Jan earned her Master of Science degrees in Substance Abuse and Clinical Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling from East Carolina University in 2007. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS). With over 17 years of experience, Jan has witnessed many clients transform their lives. She has extensive experience in outpatient, inpatient, and crisis settings, allowing her to address a wide range of disorders due to her dual credentials. Jan divides her time between outpatient clients, supervising clinicians, and teaching at East Carolina University.
Bill Thorne, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Abby Swain, MSW, LCSWA, LCAS, CSI
Bill has been dedicated to the mental health and substance use field for nearly 20 years. He graduated from East Carolina University in May 2007 with dual Master of Science degrees in Substance Abuse and Clinical Counseling, and Rehabilitation Counseling. Bill employs an eclectic counseling approach, integrating cognitive/behavioral and
Bill has been dedicated to the mental health and substance use field for nearly 20 years. He graduated from East Carolina University in May 2007 with dual Master of Science degrees in Substance Abuse and Clinical Counseling, and Rehabilitation Counseling. Bill employs an eclectic counseling approach, integrating cognitive/behavioral and solution-focused therapies to best meet the needs of his clients.
Abby Swain, MSW, LCSWA, LCAS, CSI
Mrs. Cheryl Gentile, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC-MAC, CCS
Abby Swain, MSW, LCSWA, LCAS, CSI
Abby earned her Bachelor's degree in Family Community Services with a concentration in Child Development from East Carolina University, where she also obtained her Master's degree in Social Work. Since January 2021, she has been working in addiction and mental health counseling.
Abby utilizes both individual and group therapy, drawing from
Abby earned her Bachelor's degree in Family Community Services with a concentration in Child Development from East Carolina University, where she also obtained her Master's degree in Social Work. Since January 2021, she has been working in addiction and mental health counseling.
Abby utilizes both individual and group therapy, drawing from motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Psychoanalytic Theory. She tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Outside of work, Abby enjoys spending time with her fiancé, reading fantasy novels, watching Netflix, shopping, and going to the beach.
Madison Fulford, BA, CADC-R
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Madison is an intern at East Coast Counseling, completing her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University. While she is still determining her specialization, she is gaining valuable experience working with a diverse range of clients with various needs. Outside of her work at East Coast, Madison enjoys spending time at the beach and with her dog, Josie.
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Gloria graduated from East Carolina University in 2006 and has nearly 18 years of experience in substance use, mental health, and disability services. She is East Coast Counseling's Certified ADETS instructor and occasionally facilitates DWI groups. Outside of her professional role, Gloria enjoys soul-stirring music and spending time with her family, especially her grandson.
Jemelia Kendall, MS, LCAS-A
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Eliza Conway, MS, LCAS-A, LCMHC-A
Jemelia is a Substance Use Counselor for our evening DWI groups. She graduated from East Carolina University with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health counseling in 2022.
Eliza Conway, MS, LCAS-A, LCMHC-A
Mrs. Gloria Leak, MS, LCMHC, LCAS, CRC
Eliza Conway, MS, LCAS-A, LCMHC-A
Laura Holtzman- Front Desk (Morning)
Laura Holtzman- Front Desk (Morning)
Laura Holtzman- Front Desk (Morning)
Laura has worked in office administration since 1989 and holds a Legal Assistant associate's degree. She worked in the legal field in Maryland for a defense attorney, State's Attorney and the Circuit Court criminal clerk's office. She has lived in Greenville for 8 years.
Laura Seaver- Front Desk (Afternoon)
Laura Holtzman- Front Desk (Morning)
Laura Holtzman- Front Desk (Morning)
Laura attended Pitt Community college after her Honorable Discharge from the United States Marine Corps. There she earned her Associates in both Business & Human Resources. She continued her education at NC Wesleyan and graduated in 2019 with a double Bachelors in Business Administration & Human Resources.