Our founder, Dwyana Smithen Lewis, LPC-S, CIMHP, is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional, and U.S. Navy Veteran. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Behavioral Health with a focus on Integrative Mental Health. Dwyana believes true healing begins from the inside out and is passionate about creating spaces where every individual can feel safe, valued, and empowered.”   My journey into mental health care began during my time in the U.S. Navy, where I witnessed how stigma and silence often kept people from getting the support they needed. I saw the importance of being able to say, “I’m not okay,” and having someone truly listen. That experience planted the seed for what would eventually become Centered Being Holistic Counseling. 

My mission is to help people identify the root causes of their distress so they can break free from patterns that no longer serve them and build healthier, more sustainable habits. Healing is not about quick fixes but about self-discovery, intentional care, and allowing space for growth in ways that feel natural and aligned with who you are. 

As a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional, Clinical Supervisor, and current Doctoral student in Behavioral Health with a focus on Integrative Mental Health, I use a holistic lens to guide individuals on their path to healing. We consider not just emotions but how the mind, body, environment, and spirit all interact. Whether through mindfulness, lifestyle changes, nutritional awareness, or emotional exploration, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and uncover the tools already within you. 

Working with individuals from all walks of life has reaffirmed what I know to be true: care must be personal, centered, and tailored to each unique journey. At Centered Being, we meet you where you are with empathy, expertise, and a commitment to walk beside you. 

This practice was born from my desire to create a community where healing is sacred, growth is nurtured, and people are empowered to find their way back to center. 

Welcome to the journey. I’m honored you are here.