MEET THE FOUNDER
LATORIA PEARSON-WHITFIELD
founder of Airot Wellness | PhD, LGSW
Fondly known as “Tori,” Dr. Latoria Pearson-Whitfield is a compassionate Licensed Social Worker with a deep commitment to fostering resilience and healing. She brings extensive experience in serving adults, children, families, couples, and individuals reentering the community after incarceration. Tori holds a Doctorate in Social Work from Catholic University (2023), a Master’s in Social Work from Howard University, and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Catholic University.
Her clinical expertise includes:
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Child-Centered Trauma Systems Therapy (TST)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
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Community Reentry Planning and Family Therapy for returning citizens
Grounded in a strengths-based and person-centered approach, Dr. Pearson-Whitfield emphasizes each client’s innate ability to grow, heal, and thrive. Rather than focusing solely on challenges, she helps individuals tap into their unique strengths—creating space for intentional change and personal transformation. Tori’s therapeutic style is collaborative, empathetic, and deeply respectful of autonomy. She creates a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to take the lead in their healing journey.
“You already hold the strength.
I’m here to help you find the clarity”
Rather than focusing on problems, I help clients find their strengths—and build from there.
Our Services
ADULT INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Specialized therapy and planning for individuals returning to their communities after incarceration. This program helps clients rebuild identity, navigate family dynamics, and access the tools needed for a grounded, empowered future.
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Includes:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Strengths-based, person-centered approach
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Tailored treatment plans to fit your goals
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Ideal for: Returning citizens and their families seeking support during transition.
FAMILY & CHILD THERAPY
Compassionate support for children and families navigating trauma, change, or conflict. Tori specializes in helping families rebuild connection and safety through evidence-based strategies that meet each child’s developmental and emotional needs.
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Includes:
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Child-Centered Trauma Systems Therapy (TST)
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Parent coaching and education
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Family-focused healing plans
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Ideal for: Families experiencing trauma, transitions, or emotional/behavioral concerns.
REENTRY & TRANSITION SUPPORT
Specialized therapy and planning for individuals returning to their communities after incarceration. This program helps clients rebuild identity, navigate family dynamics, and access the tools needed for a grounded, empowered future.
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Includes:
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Community Reentry Planning
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Family reintegration support
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Identity, resilience, and self-worth work
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Ideal for: Returning citizens and their families seeking support during transition.
THE AIROT APPROACH
Therapy that honors your story, your pace,
and your power.
At Airot Wellness, healing begins with clarity. We don’t rush solutions—we uncover strength. Rooted in evidence-based practice and guided by a deep respect for individuality, our approach is both structured and intuitive. Each session is designed to support you in reconnecting with your inner resilience, making space for growth that’s both grounded and sustainable. You are not your challenges.
You are your insight, your effort, and your becoming.