Founder & Coach
Yma Orne Campbell, LMFTA
Hi, I'm Yma
LMFTA · Marriage & Family Therapist · Parent Educator & Coach · Founder
I created Creative Place Parent Education and Coaching because I believe every parent deserves support that's practical, compassionate, and actually works — no judgment, no perfection required.
Yma Orne Campbell
LMFTA
Marriage & Family Therapist · Parent Educator & Coach · Founder
My Story
Turning clinical expertise into real-world family support
Yma Orne Campbell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA), parent educator, coach, and family advocate. She earned her Master of Arts in General Family Therapy from Northcentral University (now National University).
Yma began her career in child welfare with the South Carolina Department of Social Services, working closely with children and families in foster care and adoption. She continued that work with the North Carolina Department of Social Services, providing support in foster care, in-home services, adoption, and child protective investigations.
As the founder of Creative Place Parent Education and Coaching, Yma combines her clinical knowledge, child welfare experience, and practical family support skills to empower parents with the tools they need to navigate parenting with confidence. Her program focuses on strengthening parenting skills, improving communication, promoting healthy child development, supporting co-parenting relationships, and helping families create nurturing and stable home environments.
Known for her compassionate and supportive approach, Yma utilizes person-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based principles in both her coaching and educational services. She believes that every parent has the capacity to grow, learn, and create positive change within their family.
Credentials & Background
MA, General Family Therapy
Northcentral University (now National University)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA)
Licensed clinical practitioner
Child Welfare Experience
SC & NC Departments of Social Services — foster care, adoption, CPS
My Approach
Grounded in evidence. Rooted in compassion.
Every service I offer is built on three core principles that guide how I show up for every family.
Person-Centered
Every parent is unique. I tailor my approach to your specific family, circumstances, and goals — not a one-size-fits-all script.
Trauma-Informed
I understand that life stressors, trauma, and complex histories shape families. My work is grounded in compassion and safety.
Strengths-Based
I believe every parent has the capacity to grow. We build on what you already do well and expand from there.
Co-Founder & Coach
Christine Harris, LCAS
Christine Harris
LCAS
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist · Parent Educator & Coach · Co-Founder
Christine's Story
Rooted in child welfare, driven by family strength
Working with people has always been a passion — helping people has always been my calling. Christine Harris has worked in the field of mental health and social services since 1995.
As a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in private practice for 7 years, with over seven years at Child Protective Services, Christine has committed her career to helping parents and children be healthy and happy. Her objective is to give individuals the tools they need to overcome life challenges and learn to control their mental and physical well-being.
Christine believes in creating a partnership with her clients — you will feel heard, validated, and respected every step of the way.
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS)
7 years in private practice
Child Protective Services
7+ years supporting parents and children
Mental Health & Social Services
Dedicated practitioner since 1995
What We Work On Together
Real support for the real challenges of parenting
My program is designed to meet you wherever you are — whether you're navigating toddler tantrums, teen communication breakdowns, co-parenting stress, or simply wanting to show up better for your kids.
Strengthening parenting skills and confidence
Improving parent-child communication
Promoting healthy child development
Supporting co-parenting relationships
Creating nurturing, stable home environments
Navigating trauma, conflict, and life stressors
Who I Work With
I work with parents of children of all ages — from newborns to teenagers — across diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. All family structures are welcome: single parents, co-parents, blended families, grandparents raising grandchildren, and more.
Scheduling & Format
Day and evening group classes available weekly
Individual parenting coaching available upon request
Saturday sessions available upon request
100% online — join from anywhere in the US
My Promise to You
I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel supported, encouraged, and empowered to achieve your parenting goals and strengthen your family for generations to come.