
Who We Are
In an effort to create long-term success, it is our goal to ensure that all clients have access to the education, support, and resources that will enhance their lives and futures. Our clients include:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Single-parents
- Blended families
- Multi-generational families
- Multi-cultural families
- Divorcees
- LGBTQ+ community
- Adoptive and foster parents
- Relatives or parents working to reunify with their children
- Families or individuals navigating the child welfare, family, or juvenile court systems
Our Team Leads

Ashley Rhodes-Courter, MSW

Brandice Almeida, LCSW
Brandice, LCSW, is a Florida native and a proud University of South Florida Alum. She
completed both her Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Social Work from USF and holds
certificates in Play Therapy and Adoption Competency. Brandice has provided counseling and
support to a wide scope of children in need ranging from the most difficult of foster children to
the chronically ill. She is a strong advocate for taking the time to understand a child, their family,
and their needs. Brandice believes it is crucial to provide families with the support they need to
strengthen relationships and create a healthy & nurturing home environment.

Genevieve Savage, RCSWI
Genevieve is a Florida Native and a graduate of the University of South Florida. She completed her Bachelor’s in Social Work and and her Masters in Social Work from USF. Prior to working at Sustainable Families, Genevieve has experience in juvenile justice and first-line intervention. Genevieve’s therapeutic passions are foster care youths, art therapy, and at-risk youth. Genevieve believes that a strengths-based play therapy approach is vital to the therapeutic alliance. After work, Genevieve believes in self-care and actively works towards a work-life balance.
Strong Families. Stronger Communities.
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