Elijah Daniel, LPC
Elijah Daniel, LPC is the founder of New Leaf Counseling & Development and a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to helping individuals and families overcome challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. With more than 20 years of experience working with at-risk youth, he brings a practical, growth-focused approach to personal development services.
In recent years, his work has focused on providing mental health services while serving on the campus of Mt. Meigs through programming contracted by Auburn University’s ABSOPP Program. During that time, he provided treatment services to youth experiencing trauma and those exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors (PSB), helping them develop healthier behaviors, improved decision-making skills, and stronger personal accountability. In addition to his work in residential settings, Elijah gained valuable clinical experience providing counseling services in community and outpatient environments under professional supervision, supporting individuals and families facing trauma, behavioral challenges, and life transitions.
His work also includes specialized services connected with the Youth Services Institute at the University of Alabama, as well as diversion programming recognized by the Alabama Department of Youth Services.
A former collegiate multi-sport athlete at the University of Louisville and the University of Tennessee at Martin, Elijah credits athletics with shaping his understanding of perseverance, discipline, and overcoming adversity.
He incorporates several evidence-based therapeutic approaches in his work, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and Reality Therapy. His focus is on helping individuals build self-awareness, process difficult experiences, develop practical coping strategies, and make intentional decisions that support long-term growth.
As a husband, father, brother, and friend, Elijah understands firsthand the importance of strong relationships and supportive communities. Through New Leaf Counseling & Development, he remains committed to helping individuals and families turn difficult chapters into new beginnings.
Roneika Martin
Roneika Martin is a dedicated National Certified Counselor (NCC), educator, and mental health advocate with a passion for supporting the emotional, social, and personal growth of children, families, and women. She is currently working toward full licensure as a professional counselor while continuing to serve individuals through compassionate, person-centered support. Her work focuses on emotional wellness, personal development, and building meaningful community connections.
With a background in school counseling and mental health advocacy, Roneika is committed to creating safe, empowering spaces where individuals feel seen, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
In addition to counseling, Roneika enjoys creating content focused on mental wellness, personal growth, and lifestyle inspiration. Outside of her professional life, she values spending quality time with her husband, toddler, and Great Dane, while also exploring self-care and wellness practices, decorating and organizing spaces, and uplifting others through authenticity, faith, and intentional living.
Yumeka McKinney
Yumeka McKinney MS; LBSW is a licensed bachelor social worker who incorporates her master’s degree in counseling to better assist individuals and families overcome life challenges. With over 30 years of assisting families and at-risk individuals and many years of providing mental health services to individuals; families and groups.
Yumeka earned her bachelor’s degree in social work from Auburn University and a master’s degree in personal counseling from Troy University Montgomery.