Our Team
Antoinette Lancaster is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). In addition, she holds certification as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and serves as an approved Clinical Supervisor in Maryland. With over two decades of experience in human services, Dr. Lancaster has contributed to the field in various capacities. She currently serves as CEO of Lancaster, Frazier, and Associates and Executive Director of Diversified Lifestyle Services.
Dr. Lancaster earned her EdD in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Morgan State University, and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University. Throughout her career, she has presented at national conferences, facilitated workshops, and provided instruction at the collegiate level. Her clinical work includes counseling adolescents, adults, families, and couples, with expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, substance dependence, suicidal ideation, anger, trauma, and personality disorders. Dr. Lancaster’s therapeutic approach is primarily rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), augmented by techniques from additional psychological frameworks to foster personal development and healing. She also offers clinical supervision and training for aspiring counselors.
Her research interests focus on family systems, transgenerational trauma, and sexual health awareness. Dr. Lancaster views life as a journey filled with complexities that may require professional support to navigate. She believes the therapeutic relationship can facilitate self-understanding, effective problem-solving, and personal fulfillment. Dr. Lancaster is a dedicated advocate for mental health counseling for all individuals.
Brittany DeLoatch is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland. She has a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. Since completing her degree, she has gained counseling experience working with youth with ADD/ADHD in group and individual settings, juvenile reintegration in residential treatment center for adolescent males, permanent supportive housing, marital issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, ADD/ADHD, self- esteem, coping skills, peer relationships, and family therapy. Mrs. DeLoatch uses an eclectic mix of therapeutic approaches to include person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused therapy.
Melea Johnson is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor at Diversified Lifestyle Services, working under the direct supervision of Dr. Antoinette Lancaster. She earned her master’s degree in counseling psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology at the Washington, D.C. campus, where she also completed a nine-month internship at Diversified Lifestyle Services.
Ms.Johnson is dedicated to helping individuals manage ongoing life stressors by teaching skills that promote long-term benefits while providing support and guidance throughout their active lives. She is currently enhancing her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Theory and utilizes an integrative approach tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Ms. Johnson has a particular interest in working with young adults and couples, as well as individuals experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms.