04/24/2026
This week in Washington, D.C., I had the opportunity to sit at the table and speak directly with policymakers about the realities of running a small mental health practice.
Grateful to Meta, Meta for the invitation through the Meta Business Leaders Network, and for creating space for small business voices to be heard in conversations shaping AI, the economy, and digital access.
I had the opportunity to share the journey of Wilson’s Garden of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center with Congressman Rick Allen, Senator Jon Ossoff Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock.
These conversations went beyond surface level wins. I spoke honestly about growth, sustainability, access to care, and the challenges that come with serving children and families in underserved communities.
Small businesses are driving innovation every day. We are using digital tools and exploring AI to expand reach and meet demand. At the same time, policy decisions being made right now will directly impact how we operate and who we are able to serve.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to advocate, to represent, and to continue pushing forward work that centers early childhood mental health and equitable access to care.
Shatisha Wilson WJBF NewsChannel 6 News 12 26 Augusta
Wilson’s Garden of Hope Play Therapy & Counseling Center