D’Juan Thomas (also known as “Wellness Juan”) is the Owner of Inspire Wellness Collective, LLC. He also works as a Therapist at Sound Mind Associates, LLC where he provides clinical mental health services to the students and families at an all-boys charter school grades 4-8 located in southeast Washington, DC. D'Juan is currently completing his postgraduate coursework in clinical mental health counseling at George Mason University in order to meet licensure requirements as a Licensed Professional Counselor. He previously worked as the Director of Wellness at the same school where he oversaw social emotional learning programs and initiatives that promoted the well-being of students, staff and families. With a background in school counseling, social work and program management, D'Juan has worked in various capacities to support the emotional growth of economically disadvantaged youth and families in underserved communities.

 

D'Juan holds a master's degree in counseling from The George Washington University and a bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in psychology from George Mason University. He was also awarded the Credential Advocate (CA) certification from the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) recognizing professionals who provide support and advocacy to victims of crime or trauma. Additionally, D'Juan is a nationally certified instructor for The Mandt System, which is a holistic training to reduce workplace violence through evidenced-based deescalation and restraint techniques. Lastly, he was selected as a recipient for the 2024 Northern Virginia 40 Under 40 Award issued by the Leadership Center for Excellence and Leadership Fairfax.

 

Inspire Wellness Collective is the brainchild of D’Juan’s blended professional experience in the fields of school counseling, clinical mental health counseling, social work, program management, education and mental health advocacy. D'Juan is very passionate about educating and supporting historically marginalized communities through the delivery of high-level services.