Meet Our Team
At Anchor of Hope, our team is more than a group of therapists — we are compassionate guides, dedicated to walking alongside individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward healing, growth, and lasting connection.
Each member of our team brings unique experiences, specialized training, and a heart deeply committed to seeing people as God sees them — whole, valued, and capable of transformation.
Rooted in our core values of Integrity, Empathy, Collaboration, Hope, and Love, we strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where every client feels seen, heard, and supported.
We believe that no matter how broken a story may feel, there is always hope for restoration. Whether you are navigating personal challenges, rebuilding trust in your relationship, or seeking deeper emotional wellness, our team is honored to serve as anchors of hope in your life.
Come meet the people who are ready to help you chart a new course toward healing, wholeness, and flourishing.
Dr. Larthenia Howard, Founder
“Anchoring hope, healing hearts, and restoring connection -
one relationship at a time.”
Hi, I’m Larthenia! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida and Washington State.
My passion for this work comes from my own journey through brokenness and healing. After experiencing the pain of relational loss, I learned firsthand that while conflict and hurt are real, connection, trust, and restoration are possible.
I believe relationships are the foundation of humanity, and I’m committed to helping individuals and couples rebuild, reconnect, and thrive. Guided by the values of our company, I see every client through a unique lens — with compassion, dignity, and limitless potential. It’s my greatest honor to walk alongside people as they fight for healing, for each other, and for the life they were created to live.
Extensive Qualifications
Dr. Larthenia Howard is a two-time award-winning author and adjunct professor. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English education from the University of South Florida. She has a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University, and a Master’s in Education Leadership and a Doctorate in Child & Youth Studies in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Howard is a certified practitioner in neurofeedback technology, working with clients who experience PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, behavior disruptions during adolescence, sleep disorders, migraines, and trauma. She is an Emotional Intelligence (EI) trainer certified by the Institute for Emotional Intelligence Learning Systems and a Master Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner. She is also trained in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Neuro Emotional Technique (NET), and a Certified ADHD Clinical Service Provider. Dr. Howard is a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional who has a passion for working with couples. She is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), Black Mental Health Alliance (BMHA), the Space Coast Mental Health Counseling Association (SCMHCA), the South Florida Association of Christian Counselors (SFACC), and the Certified Coaches Federation (CCF). She is also a certificate graduate of a Biblical Leadership program and verified by Psychology Today.
Hope Leaders!
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Kendi Lambert
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
EMDR, Trauma, Parent Skills
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Rachel Brown
Registered Mental Health Counselor
Trauma (EMDR), Veterans, Coping Skills
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Emmett Marsh
Registered Marriage & Family Therapy
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships
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Dr. Meridith Goulds
Founder, Let’s Make Peace
Girls & Adults Workshops/Groups