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Who We Are
Caring for Pembroke, One Patient at a Time
Meet Our Team
Meet the Experts Who Care for You!
Ella Olehonna Lynch, NP-C, PMHNP-BC
Specialties: Family Medicine, Psychiatry
Ella Olehonna Lynch is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. A native of Pembroke, Ella brings a deep commitment to her community and over two decades of experience in nursing and mental health.
She began her academic journey at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1990. She later completed her Master’s Degree in Nursing at Duke University in 1999 and earned a Post-Master’s Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner studies in 2003. In 2011, Ella returned to UNC-Chapel Hill to obtain a Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner studies. In addition to her extensive clinical training, she is also certified as a Clinical Hypnotherapist.
Ella is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals facing mental health challenges and takes pride in helping patients find wellness and balance in their lives.
Heather Smiling, LCMHC
Specialties: Counseling
Heather Jacobs Smiling is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a proud native of the Prospect community. She holds a deep-rooted passion for supporting mental health and emotional well-being in her community.
Heather earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke in 2006 and went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2013. With over 10 years of experience in the mental health profession, she is known for her empathetic, client-centered approach to therapy.
Heather specializes in counseling individuals across a range of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and schizophrenia, and is committed to fostering resilience and healing in every client she serves.
Bobbie Oxendine-Hunt
Office Administrator
Hello! My name is Bobbie Hunt. I have been at Pembroke Center for Wellness since 2010, and I am the Office Manager. I was born and raised in NC. I am a mother of 3 beautiful children and a proud wife of a minister. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and attending church.
As an Office Manager my role is to create and maintain a pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organizational effectiveness, communication and safety. I am here not only to provide general administration support to our employees but to also service the needs of our patients. I take pride in what I do, and I am blessed to work with great coworkers who lift each other up each day. I value our patients and the relationships that I build with them.
I look forward to meeting you!
Noelani Lynch
Future Therapist
I graduated with a Bachelor degree in psychology in 2023 and recently with a Masters degree in social work. I am currently in the process of obtaining my provisional license to practice clinical social work and should be practicing within the next few months . I am dedicated to helping those who seek it and empowering all who walk through my door. I am excited for this new chapter in my life and look forward to the amazing people I will meet along the way.
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How We Make a Difference
Why Choose Pembroke Center for Wellness?
Experienced Team
Every member of our team is committed to providing care with empathy and understanding.
Best Services
From psychiatric assessments to family therapy, we meet a wide range of mental health needs.
Convenience
With telepsychiatry and flexible appointment hours, we’re here when you need us most.
Evidence-Based Care
We rely on proven methods to deliver effective mental health solutions tailored to your needs.
