Meet The Founders

Jummy Kirby is the owner of Relinquish and Transcend Counseling. She holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and has extensive experience in both therapy and nature-based practices.  An engaging speaker on Perinatal mental health, mindful self-compassion, nature-based practices and optimal wellness, Jummy has been the keynote speaker and been a featured panelist for a number of organizations across the U.S. 

With a background in trauma-informed care and mindfulness-based interventions, Jummy has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of incorporating nature into therapeutic interventions. 

Passionate about the healing powers of nature and mindful coaching, Jummy understands the importance of community and collective healing. Jummy has a compassionate and empowering approach, while creating a space where individuals can find solace, resilience, and renewed strength in their pursuit of self-compassion and self-care. 

"Nature whispers to us the wisdom of self-compassion. As we learn to listen, we discover that nature has been guiding us towards healing all along."

Kevin Hubbard is the owner of Mind Over Matter Counseling and Consulting and holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and is highly trained in Mindfulness Practices. Kevin teaches client’s how to first understand their presenting concerns while creating a strong awareness and acceptance of “The Self.” Kevin utilizes an eclectic, holistic approach to support client’s overall wellbeing which is inclusive of one’s mind, body and spirit. Kevin uses natured-based therapy to create the conditions for healing to occur and to enhance the therapeutic experience. He also focuses on using a strengths-based approach to help clients participate in their own healing process. 

Cassandra Bolding is the owner of  Diaspora Educational Services and Black Lotus Holistic Health Collective.   

She is a HIV Specialist, Nature Based-Therapist, Phd Candidate is a global thought leader on implementing community-based approaches to destigmatizing mental health, enhancing gender equality programming, and promoting trauma informed care. An experienced Program Director, she has facilitated the training of 200+ social service professionals on addiction prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, stress management, and co-occurring disorders. Her leadership philosophy has directly benefited 25+ staff members and 172 global clients. Cassandra’s entrepreneurial journey spans two decades and has led to international research, speaking, training, and consulting requests from corporate clients, international nonprofits, and gov’t regulatory agencies in Ethiopia, Germany, Kuwait, Philippines, India, and Senegal. Cassandra believes a community’s inherent strengths allow individual members to participate in their own rescue.