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Southern Pines Branding Session for Kali Inch – Therapist, Counselor, and Founder of Haven Connection

  • Writer: Lisa Miyamoto
    Lisa Miyamoto
  • 10 hours ago
  • 3 min read

I recently had the joy of photographing Kali Inch, a therapist and counselor at Haven Connection, for a full branding and headshot session. Kali needed fresh images for her updated website, plus new LinkedIn headshots and branding photos that reflected her personality, warmth, and the professional heart she brings to her practice.

From the moment she walked into the studio, I knew this was going to be such a meaningful shoot. Kali’s work centers on connection, compassion, and creating a safe space for her clients, so our goal was to capture genuine, approachable images that reflect exactly that.

Clean and Professional LinkedIn Headshots on Pure White

We started with classic, polished headshots on a pure white background. These are perfect for LinkedIn, About pages, and professional bios.Kali brought multiple outfit options, giving us a variety of looks – from bright and bold to soft and neutral. She absolutely glowed in each one, and we created a set of images that will work beautifully across all her professional platforms.

Woman smiling in a pink sweater against a white background. Her brown hair is styled in loose waves. Mood is cheerful and friendly. branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen

Bright and Playful Branding Portraits for Southern Pines Branding Session

Next, we shifted into lifestyle branding portraits designed to show more of Kali’s personality. Her hot pink sweater against the colorful studio wall was the perfect combination – vibrant, warm, and full of life, just like her.We captured standing portraits, relaxed leaning poses, and mid-length shots that highlight her confidence and relatability.

These images are ideal for her website’s homepage and sections where clients get to know her as a person, not just a clinician.

Woman in a pink sweater and jeans smiles, seated against a pastel striped background of pink and mint green hues.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen

Cozy Lifestyle Images for Her Website

Haven Connection focuses on healing, comfort, and emotional safety, so we also created a series of images in the cozy lifestyle room.Soft furniture, natural light, and simple décor helped set the mood. Kali curled up with her notebook, sat comfortably in the chair, and we captured candid-style portraits that feel calm, warm, and inviting.

These are the types of images that truly help clients feel at ease even before meeting her.

A person in a patterned sweater smiles while holding a mug, seated on a teal armchair in a cozy room with light walls and curtains.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen

Full-Body Branding Shots for Website & Marketing

To round out her branding gallery, we added full-body portraits in the lifestyle space. These images have a clean Scandinavian feel with airy white curtains and soft blue tones.They’ll work perfectly for website banner spaces, speaking engagements, or printed materials.

Smiling woman in patterned sweater leans on green chair, holding a mug. Background features white curtains and hardwood floor. Cozy mood.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen


A Session That Reflects Who She Is

Kali wanted photos that show her as a grounded, approachable, and supportive therapist – someone real people can connect with. Through a mix of headshots, branding, standing portraits, and cozy lifestyle scenes, we created a complete gallery that gives her everything she needs for her refreshed website and professional presence.

I absolutely loved photographing this session. Kali’s warmth shines through in every image, and I’m excited for her new photos to help share the heart behind Haven Connection with future clients.

Woman smiling, taking a selfie with a smartphone. She wears a pink sweater, sitting on a beige couch. Relaxed mood, neutral wall background.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen
Woman in a black top stands by a green armchair, holding a colorful book. Bright room with white curtains and wooden floor. Calm mood.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen
Smiling woman in black top sits on a teal chair against a neutral background. Tattoo on forearm reads "no better dad." Relaxed atmosphere.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen
Woman in pink sweater sits on tan sofa, smiling. Coffee tables with books, phone, plant, and bright room with light walls. Cozy mood.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen
Woman in pink sweater and blue jeans sits on a stool, smiling, against a colorful striped pastel wall. Warm, cheerful mood.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen
Smiling woman in a bright pink sweater against a pastel pink and turquoise striped background. Calm and cheerful mood.branding session with Makana Photography ins Southern Pines and Aberdeen  and Pinehurst

Commercial Branding & Headshot Photography in Moore County, NC


At Makana Photography, I specialize in commercial photography for professionals, small businesses, and organizations throughout Moore County, North Carolina, including Carthage, Southern Pines, Pinehurst, Aberdeen, and Vass.

Whether you need clean, modern LinkedIn headshots, full branding photography, or lifestyle images that tell your story, every session is designed to create visuals that feel authentic and professional – and that work seamlessly across websites, social media, and marketing materials.


Commercial Photography Services Offered

  • Professional headshots on white or studio backgrounds

  • Branding photography sessions for therapists, counselors, coaches, and entrepreneurs

  • Lifestyle business photography

  • Website and social media content creation

  • Corporate and team headshots

  • On-location commercial photography throughout Moore County

  • Studio branding sessions in downtown Carthage

If you’re a business owner, nonprofit, or professional looking to elevate your visual presence with photography that reflects who you truly are, I’d love to work with you.

📍 Makana Photography – Commercial & Branding Photographer in Moore County, NC📍 Studio located in the Tyson Sinclair Building, downtown Carthage

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