At Amayesing Skillz we focus on more than just the “Mind” — we focus on the “Total” person
Executive Director/Owner
Ebony Skillens, MHR, LPC-S
Introduction
As the Executive Director of Amayesing Skillz and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, Ebony Skillens brings over 15 years of experience in mental health, dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to thrive emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Her leadership reflects her passion for making mental health care accessible and culturally relevant.
Education & Credentials
Ebony is a proud graduate of the University of Oklahoma, where she earned a Master’s degree in Human Relations with an emphasis on Organizational Development. She later returned to the University of Oklahoma to complete the requirements for Clinical Counseling. Ebony is also a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) in the state of Oklahoma and is trained in trauma-focused therapy and biblical therapy.
Areas of Expertise
· EMDR
· Culturally Sensitive Counseling
· Faith-Based Mental Health
· Community Outreach and Engagement
Professional Experience
Before founding Amayesing Skillz and Skillz on Wheelz, Ebony served in various leadership roles in community mental health organizations, where she designed and implemented programs that addressed the unique needs of underserved populations. She has also been a sought-after speaker on the intersection of faith and mental health.
Scripture that Motivates Your Work
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2
Personal Interests
Ebony is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Outside of her professional roles, she enjoys mentoring aspiring counselors, creating meaningful community partnerships, and spending quality time with her family. A fun fact about Ebony: she loves rain, sleet, and snow, finding beauty and inspiration in every season's storms.
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Mrs. Tracye Love Chandler MHR, LPC is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) as well as a (LPC) supervisor. Mrs. Chandler has 25 (+) years of experienceworking in social services, mental health and educational related fields working with all ages. Mrs. Chandler has extensive knowledge of treatment modalities, leadership skills, drug, and alcohol treatment training.
Mrs. Chalder is well known within the community as being a strong advocate forher clientele as well as being a flexible and diligent employee. Mrs. Chandler has experience in developing and implementing various programs, public speaking, problems solving as well as having a great reputation, rapport and working relationship with social service agencies and community leaders. Finally, she is willing to learn as much as she can to better meet the needs of her job and community.
Mrs. Chandler is currently married to the love of her life Michael, whom she affectionately calls “Mr. Mean”. Michael is an Army veteran and enjoys telling her what to do daily. She is the mother of Cacye Marie-Ann Vincent, special aunt to Cacye’s paternal sister Terran whom Cacye raised and grandmother to Gia age (10), Jynesis who is (3), and Terran’s son Damare who is (1) year old. Tracye enjoys, reading, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and just enjoying life. Mrs. Chandler is a proud life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., the oldest Sorority founded for and by African American women in 1908. The Sorority is rooted in service to all mankind. Mrs. Chandler is a proud member of Friendship Church, Tulsa, OK
*Favorite verse: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
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Justin is a believer in, and servant of, Jesus Christ. As a husband, father, and teacher he is motivated to share God’s word and encourage others to live it out.
Justin is primarily the CFO and Payroll Specialist for the agency while also providing consulting services to his parents, the owners.
Justin received his BSBA in Accounting and a Minor in Economics from the University of Tulsa in 2013. He has spent the last dozen years working in Accounting/Finance roles across the energy industry.
Justin strives to have his work motivated by Colossians 3:23-24. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports, and studying the Bible.
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Behavioral Health Case Manager II
Florida A&M University-BS in Criminology
Langston University- MS Rehabilitation Counseling
15years experience as a Certified Case Manager II
Currently pursuing to be an LPC
Born and raised in Tulsa, Ok. The Captain of the Skillens Clan which includes my loving wife, children, and grandchildren.
Known by most as COACH SKILLZ…Football Coach and Family Advocate. And advocate for Black Men’s mental wellness.
Motivating and encouraging is my specialty…preferred population Black Males but is flexible enough to work with multi cultural families.
A devout believer in the death, burial, and resurrection of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Favorite Scripture passage: Psalm 23:1
“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want”
Outside of work, Leon enjoys hanging out with the Fam!, then the homies, and going to the gym.
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“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:13
As a Licensed Professional Counselor - Candidate (LPC-C), my goal as a therapist is to help you make sense of difficult past experiences and foster meaningful change in your life by integrating biblical principles. I strive to work collaboratively with clients to equip them with the tools they need to progress toward their goals.
I believe therapy is most effective when it is personalized to meet the unique needs, strengths, and goals of each individual. My approach incorporates a variety of therapeutic techniques, drawing primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative-based methods. My sessions often focus on helping clients gain insight into patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving while learning to modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
I provide psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and families, tailoring my approach to suit each client’s circumstances. In addition to CBT, my techniques include stress management, self-esteem enhancement, anxiety reduction, empowerment, and achieving a work/life balance.
My educational background includes a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Langston University. Before joining Amayesing Skillz, I dedicated 12 years to the Tulsa County Health Department, where I educated families on maternal and child health and connected them with vital community resources. During my tenure, I organized Community Baby Showers, which offered families access to education and mental health resources.
With over a decade of experience as a Home-Based Behavioral Health Case Manager, I have supported youth offenders and families in navigating challenges and accessing services tailored to their needs. I am deeply passionate about helping individuals with disabilities by linking them to resources that enhance their quality of life.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, fishing, walking, creating arts and crafts, reading, and learning American Sign Language. My faith and commitment to serving others continue to guide my work and personal growth.
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Introduction
Kayla Fointno is passionate about helping individuals, families, couples, and children experience a higher quality of life. Through faith-centered, client-driven care, she is dedicated to guiding others on their journey toward fulfilling their God-given purpose.Education & Credentials
Kayla earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from North Carolina A&T State University, the largest HBCU in the nation. She later obtained her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Oklahoma State University. She holds credentials as a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C).Areas of Expertise
· Individual & Family Counseling
· Child & Adolescent Support
· Special Education Integration
· Faith-Based CounselingProfessional Experience
With over five years of experience in the public school system, Kayla transitioned from teaching to counseling, bringing her expertise as a former special education teacher to her role at Amayesing Skillz. Her background uniquely equips her to support clients through a compassionate and structured approach, addressing both educational and emotional needs.Scripture that Motivates Your Work
“Then King David went in and sat before the Lord and prayed, ‘Who am I, O Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far? And now, Sovereign Lord, in addition to everything else, you speak of giving your servant a lasting dynasty! Do you deal with everyone this way, O Sovereign Lord?’”
– 2 Samuel 7:18-19 (NLT)Kayla reflects on this passage with humility and gratitude, recognizing the honor of being chosen to walk alongside others in their healing journey.
Personal Interests or Fun Fact
Outside of her counseling work, Kayla is a four-time published author and the founder of her self-publishing company, Books By KJF, LLC. She believes everyone carries a story within them that is worthy of being discovered and shared.
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Michael McCalister II is a dedicated Clinical Director and Therapist with over a decade of experience in the mental health and behavioral health field. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, his professional focus includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, multicultural approaches, and Family Systems modalities. Currently serving at Amayesing Skillz Counseling Services, Michael is committed to providing accessible and impactful holistic care to underserved communities. Michael is a proud graduate of two esteemed universities. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Criminology and a minor in Communications from the University of Oklahoma. He also holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Langston University. Michael began his career in behavioral health as a case manager, which inspired him to pursue therapy to address mental health challenges more directly. Today, he offers individual, family, and group therapy, specializing in adolescents and teenagers from historically disadvantaged communities. Michael is passionate about supporting this demographic through the pivotal challenges and opportunities of their transition to adulthood. Deeply rooted in the Tulsa community, Michael takes pride in giving back to the city that shaped him. A creative and community-driven individual, he finds joy in writing music as a form of artistic expression and fulfillment in volunteering. His community involvement spans leadership and social justice, fatherhood initiatives, and health-related outreach. A proud father, he enthusiastically supports his daughter in team sports and cheers on his beloved Oklahoma Sooners. In his downtime, Michael enjoys reading non-fiction and autobiographies, always seeking new insights and inspiration. One of the biblical scriptures that motivates Michael’s work is Proverbs 11:25- “Generous persons will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.
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Joye is a native Tulsan who has more than 28 years of experience in working with at-risk youth in the counseling field. Joye graduated from Langston University with her BA in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. Joye is a certified trainer of Managing Aggressive Behavior (MAB) and Systematic Training to Assist in the Recovery from Trauma (START). Both certifications were received from The National Resource Center for Youth Services a division of The University of Oklahoma.
After graduating from LU, Joye began her counseling career as a Job Counselor for youth and adult residents in public housing. Then moving to Job Corps, Joye worked for 19+ years in many counseling roles, ending as the Counseling Manager. Joye then moved into the private sector as Group Home Director where she successfully operated a D+ level facility, home to 10 girls between the ages of 13-17 in DHS custody. Joye is experienced in Group Home Licensing and Certification at both the local and national levels.
Joye's favorite scripture: "What shall we then say to these things, if God is for us, who can be against us?" Romans 8:31
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A Kentucky native, Sharyl Higgins has called Tulsa home for the past seven years. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate with Amayesing Skillz, she brings nearly a decade of experience working with children and young adults. Her diverse background includes roles in college ministry, supporting children in foster care, and serving in Tulsa Public Schools as an elementary school social worker and a school counselor at a middle school.
Sharyl earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Georgetown College and her master’s degree in counseling, with an emphasis in school counseling, from Northeastern State University. Guided by her life scripture, Proverbs 31:8-9, she is passionate about advocating for freedom and healing, particularly within Black and Brown communities.
Outside of the office, Sharyl enjoys spending quality time with loved ones and her dog, creating “paint-by-number” canvases, savoring loose-leaf tea, and staying active through workouts.
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Introduction
Linda Mayes brings over 40 years of experience in the field of education to her current role as Event Coordinator at Amayesing Skillz. With a career that has spanned both elementary and higher education, Linda is now dedicated to serving the community through outreach events that promote health, wellness, and access to mental health services.
Education & Credentials
Linda’s educational career includes 17 years in elementary education, where she served as a teacher, counselor, assistant principal, and principal. She then transitioned into higher education for 23 years, working as a faculty member and program coordinator within the Liberal Arts discipline.
Areas of Expertise
· Educational Leadership
· Community Engagement & Coordination
· Event Planning & Outreach
· Youth & Family Support
Professional Experience
Throughout her distinguished career in education, Linda has led with wisdom, compassion, and a strong belief in the power of service. Now retired from education, she continues to impact lives through her work with Amayesing Skillz. As Event Coordinator, she schedules and supports events such as health fairs, school resource nights, and community festivals—bringing mental health resources to those who need them most.
Scripture that Motivates Your Work
“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.” – Psalm 121:1-2
Personal Interests or Fun Fact
Linda considers her current role a true blessing. Her passion for helping others and uplifting the community remains as strong as ever. Whether in the classroom or coordinating outreach efforts, Linda's life is guided by faith, purpose, and a heart for service.
