Our Clinicians

Crystal R. Blanchard, LCPC holds a Masters of Art in Professional Counseling – Liberty University, Lynchburg, Va., a Bachelors of Science in Psychology – Liberty University, Lynchburg, Va., and an Associates Degree of Human Services -Castle College, Windham New Hampshire.

In 2002, Mrs. Blanchard moved to the Easton Shore of Maryland with her husband to raise their family. In June of 2019, Mrs. Blanchard created Wye Oak Therapeutic Services (WOT) in order to be a leading provider of mental health services to Kent Island and surrounding areas. The intent is always to provide a collegial, professional and ethical environment while keeping the client at the center.

In 2023 she launched Community Wellness Solutions (CWS), a non-profit organization that supports families and individuals that are facing hardship, adversity, and/or trauma, by providing a safe environment that cultivates healing and true belonging within their own community. CWS helps individuals and families to network, coordinate care, and facilitate learning through various workshops, groups, and supports.

Devon’s family was in the Navy, which allowed her to do some traveling throughout the United States, although she refers to Northern Virginia as her “hometown.”  She has deep roots on Kent Island, as her family traces its history on the island back to the late 17th century; which is a big part of why she chose to move here and practice here.

Devon is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University and spent the first half of her career working with college students at various universities throughout the United States. She chose to pursue counseling full-time in 2020 and specializes in anxiety, life transitions, and helping people be their most authentic selves.

Devon’s hobbies include gardening, hiking, reading science fiction, and traveling.

Liz daRosa has a PhD in Psychology and is a student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. Her expertise is in career coaching, social media hygiene, social connections, leadership,guiding and supporting first time Supervisors, and helping individuals connect Spirtituallyto their individual paths.

• 20+ years of experience in career coaching & consulting
• Mother, Wife, Educator, I-O Psychologist 
• Expertise in: Social Media hygiene, Social connections, Leadership, 1st time Supervisors, Connecting Spirituality to individual growth 
• Published in career development, leadership, and social connections in the digital space.

Leah K. Miles, BSW is working on her Masters of Social Work at Walden University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, older/aging adults, victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, and individuals who are homeless.

• 6+ years of experience in case management, coordination of community services, and advocacy in public health settings
• Student, Sister, Daughter, Partner, and Dog parent
• Experience working with following populations- children, adolescents, adults, older/aging adults, victims of domestic violence & sexual assault, individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, individuals who are homeless
• Expertise in: strength based approach, person centered planning, resource coordination, advocacy, team building and faciliation, referrals, goal and strategy development, healthy relationships, effective communication, assessment/evaluation, and organization

Michelle Pote is an experienced clinical social worker with over 20 years of dedicated service in the field.  Specializing in working with adults, Michelle has a diverse background that includes work in correctional healthcare, child welfare, an inpatient psychiatric hospital as well as outpatient treatment.  Throughout her career, she has assisted clients with a wide range of diagnoses, always approaching treatment with a practical, solution focused mindset.  Michelle’s passion for helping others and dedication to patient care are evident in her professional background.