The SLCA team

The Collective was founded by two IFS Certified Therapists dedicated to elevating culturally competent practice in Appalachia.

Portrait of Holly Thomas

Holly Thomas, MSW, LICSW, AADC, MAC, IFS-C

IFS Certified Therapist

Holly Thomas is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in WV, VA, PA, MD, and NC. She earned her MSW from West Virginia University in 2007 and holds additional credentials as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC) and a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC).

Holly is also the founder and clinical director of Thomas Integrative Psychotherapy in Morgantown.

IFS Training Journey:

  • 2021: Completed Level 1 IFS Training
  • 2022: Completed Level 2 IFS Training
  • 2023: Completed Level 3 IFS Training
  • 2025: IFS Certification
Portrait of Susan Millham

Susan Millham, MSW, LICSW, IFS-C

IFS Certified Therapist

Susan Millham is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in WV and is licensed to practice in PA, MD, and VA as well. She earned her MSW and a Certificate in Geriatric and Gerontological Social Work from Binghamton University. In addition to her private practice, she is an Adjunct Lecturer with WVU.

Susan has served as a Program Assistant for the IFS Institute and is currently working toward becoming an Approved Clinical Consultant.

IFS Training Journey:

  • 2021: Completed Level 1 IFS Training
  • 2022: Completed Level 2 IFS Training
  • 2025: IFS Certification
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