Rashanda Cooper, LCSWA

Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate | Mental Health, Trauma-Informed Care & Family Systems
Education

Master of Social Work (MSW), Howard University (2026)

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Minor in Psychology, East Carolina University | Magna Cum Laude

Certificate in Maternal and Child Health

Specialties
Mental Health Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Family Systems, Culturally Responsive Practice, Strengths-Based Interventions

About Rashanda

Rashanda Cooper is a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate at Olive Tree, providing mental health therapy and supportive services. She completed her Master of Social Work degree at Howard University through the Advanced Standing Program in May 2026.

A New Bern native, Rashanda started at Craven Community College before earning her Bachelor of Social Work from East Carolina University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a minor in Psychology and a certificate in Maternal and Child Health.

How She Works

Rashanda's practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, family systems theory, and culturally responsive approaches. She meets clients where they are and builds from their strengths rather than focusing solely on what's broken. Whether someone is working through emotional struggles, family conflict, or relational challenges, she brings a steady, personalized presence to the process.

Her Mission

At the heart of her work is a simple belief: people already have what they need to heal. Her job is to help them find it.