You were made to thrive.

Cortney Ray is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri with 10+ years of experience servicing children, adolescents, adults, and couples through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and services.

Cortney started her academic career at Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA, but ultimately earned her Bachelor’s of Art in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies from University of Missouri-Kansas City. In 2018, Cortney earned her Master’s in Counseling from Mid-America Nazarene University.

Since 2013, she has served in many mental health settings, with schools being her absolute favorite. Cortney wholeheartedly believes that her sole divine purpose is to assist with transforming the lives of children, adolescents, young adults, and women. Her deep understanding of trauma, cultural competency, and positive regard allows her to connect with and support others in the most genuine.

Cortney currently owns Transform & Thrive Therapy. She, along with her team of licensed therapists, service students in the Hickman Mills School District. Cortney has been married to her husband Chris for over 15 years. They share two children; Mia, a freshman at Southern University and Carter, an 8th grader.