🌟 Staff Spotlight🌟
Destiny Williams, LGPC
Colleague of the Quarter (September)
This quarter, we are thrilled to spotlight Destiny Williams for her unwavering dedication, clinical growth, and genuine heart for the work we do at Special Hands Outreach. Destiny exemplifies what it means to serve with both skill and soul, and her impact has not gone unnoticed.
Originally from Washington, DC, Destiny earned her degree in School Counseling and Community Mental Health Counseling from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. With a strong academic foundation and deep compassion, she brings warmth, insight, and professionalism to each therapeutic encounter.
Destiny has provided solution-focused counseling and crisis management to children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. Her trauma-sensitive and culturally responsive approach makes a lasting difference in the lives of those she serves.
🔍 Zocdoc Performance Snapshot
Destiny is well on her way to becoming a top-performing clinician on Zocdoc, with 7 verified patient reviews and steadily progressing toward the 10-review milestone that will boost her visibility and accessibility for new clients.
🌱 Professional Growth & Team Impact
This quarter, Destiny has truly earned the title of Most Improved:
- Clinical documentation is consistently completed in a timely manner
- She is responsive to communication and caseload updates
- Willingly takes on new and challenging client populations, including couples
- Stepped up to cover for fellow clinicians out of office, embracing the opportunity to support clients without hesitation
- Remains open to feedback, and implements it with care and professionalism
- Demonstrates resilience, navigating personal challenges while prioritizing self-care and still showing up strong and present for her clients
"I see you, Destiny, and all the work you’re doing behind the scenes. I am so glad to have her on our team. She is truly a blessing to SHO and our clients. Go Destiny go!"
— Dominique Robinson, Office Manager, Special Hands Outreach
Please join us in celebrating Destiny Williams—an incredible clinician, teammate, and rising star at Special Hands Outreach!
Gabriella Restuccia, LCPC
Employee of the Quarter (JUNE)
We are proud to shine a spotlight on one of our incredible clinicians, Gabriella Restuccia, LCPC, who has been named Employee of the Quarter here at Special Hands Outreach, LLC!
Gabriella is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Medaille College. Since 2015, she has dedicated her career to supporting individuals across diverse settings—including hospitals, residential programs, and outpatient centers. Her clinical experience spans working with children, teens, and adults, as well as survivors of domestic violence and individuals navigating the challenges of substance use.
Gabriella’s therapeutic style blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with person-centered approaches, always ensuring that treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Her core mission as a therapist is to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering space for clients to explore their stories, discover resilience, and grow into the best version of themselves.
Since joining the Special Hands team, Gabriella has truly hit the ground running—with an outstanding 80% client show rate, timely progress note completion, and excellent treatment planning. Her commitment to professional excellence and client-centered care has made a powerful impact in a short period of time.
Here’s what clients are saying:
🗣 “My first appointment was mostly her gathering information from me, but when she asked questions she was very attentive. I look forward to our next session.” – Katie T. (April 8, 2025)
🗣 “Excellent therapist. Very understanding, respectful, and easy to talk to.” – Travis T. (May 7, 2025)
Gabriella exemplifies what it means to serve with heart. She is not only a skilled clinician but also a kind, consistent, and dependable team member. We are deeply grateful for her contributions and proud to call her part of the Special Hands family.
Congratulations, Gabriella, and thank you for being a shining light to our clients and our team! 🌟
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