
Nation of Resilient Souls, LLC

Dedicated Professionals. Compassionate Care.
At Nation of Resilient Souls, LLC, our team is committed to providing ethical, person-centered, and evidence-based behavioral health services. Every member of our organization shares a passion for helping children and families build resilience, overcome challenges, and achieve lasting success.
Leadership Team
Executive Leadership
Cierra E. Brownson, M.S., QMHP, QIDP
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Cierra E. Brownson is the visionary Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nation of Resilient Souls, LLC, an organization established in 2024 in honor of her beloved mother, Beverly Brownson. A Norfolk, Virginia native, Cierra has dedicated her career to improving the lives of children, adolescents, and families through compassionate, person-centered behavioral health services.
She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Norfolk State University and a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health with a concentration in Human Behavior. As a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), Cierra brings more than 12 years of experience in behavioral health and human services.
Throughout her career, she has served in numerous leadership roles, including Crisis Stabilization Program Director, Program Director for IDD/DD Group Homes, Clinical Supervisor, and Case Manager. Her extensive experience also includes working alongside the legal and court systems to help individuals and families navigate complex life challenges.
Under her leadership, Nation of Resilient Souls provides Intensive In-Home Services and operates a therapeutic residential group home for adolescent girls, focusing on resilience, healing, emotional wellness, and personal growth.
Outside of her professional life, Cierra enjoys traveling, exploring new destinations, visiting day spas, hiking, spending quality time with her three children, and watching classic scary movies.
Cedric Odom
Chief Operating Officer
Cedric Odom serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Nation of Resilient Souls, LLC, where he provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the organization's behavioral health and residential programs.
Originally from Pensacola, Florida, Cedric later made Virginia his home through his distinguished service in the United States Navy. Following his military career, he became a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and has continued dedicating his life to serving others through healthcare and community leadership.
As COO, Cedric oversees a multidisciplinary team delivering Intensive In-Home Services and Residential Group Home Services, ensuring quality care, operational excellence, and compassionate support for youth and families throughout Virginia.
A devoted father, mentor, coach, and community advocate, Cedric believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed. His leadership is grounded in his philosophy of maintaining a "Can-Do Attitude" while embracing the principle that no child should be left behind.
When he's not working, Cedric enjoys spending meaningful time with his family and believes that strong family relationships are the foundation of resilience, growth, and lifelong success.
Clinical Leadership
Clinical Leadership Team
Professional
Credentials
Our commitment to Excellence
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Licensed Professionals
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Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP)
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Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)
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Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professionals (QIDP)
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Supervisees in Social Work
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Resident in Counseling
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Trauma-Informed Care
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Evidence-Based Practices
Together, We Make a Difference
Every child deserves hope. Every family deserves support. Our team is here to help.




