About Josefina Bates

Josefina Bates is the founder and owner of Oland Counseling Services. She is a bilingual, licensed clinical social worker fluent in English and Spanish. She earned her master's in social work from Clark Atlanta University. With over 20 years of experience in the social work field, Josefina Bates is a well-rounded clinician who enjoys working with diverse populations. She works with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. As a psychotherapist, her therapeutic process is simple, straightforward, gentle, and at times challenging. She uses a strengths-based approach, as she believes everyone has the capability to heal from life’s challenges. She will assist you with managing overwhelming emotions, behaviors, and relational issues. Additionally, she will serve as a source of support as you regain your confidence and emotional well-being.

Stevie Pinkerton

Stevie Pinkerton, MBA, serves as a driving force behind the growth and strategic direction of Oland Counseling Services, where he leads business solutions, partnerships, and market expansion initiatives. With a deep understanding of the intersection between mental and behavioral healthcare, personal injury, and workers’ compensation, Stevie plays a critical role in ensuring Oland delivers accessible, high-quality, and outcome-driven care to clients across the country.

Stevie brings over a decade of experience in building and scaling healthcare organizations through innovative business strategies and operational excellence.

Jessica Tyson

Jessica Tyson serves as the Director of Operations at Oland Counseling Services, leveraging extensive experience in the personal injury field and a history of successfully owning and operating multiple businesses. She is dedicated to operational efficiency and ensuring the highest standard of compassionate care. With a focus on building robust operational frameworks, Jessica fosters trust, professionalism, and a seamless client experience across the communities the organization serves.