Staff: Counseling, Coaching, and Consulting

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Counseling Resident

 Anthony is dedicated to helping individuals and couples experience healing, clarity, and growth through a Christ-centered and clinically informed approach. He brings warmth, empathy, and attentiveness into each session, creating a safe and welcoming space for clients to explore their stories and discover hope.

Anthony draws from a variety of therapeutic models, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. He works holistically to address emotional pain, trauma, addiction, anxiety, grief, and relational challenges. He is especially passionate about helping clients reconnect with their God-given identity and move toward lasting restoration.

Whether walking with someone through a season of loss, helping couples rebuild trust, or equipping individuals with practical tools for emotional resilience, Anthony sees counseling as a sacred partnership where deep and meaningful transformation can unfold. Anthony is under the clinical supervision of Kimberly Cook, LCSW #6757.

 Credentials
Master of Arts in Counseling, Reformed Theological Seminary , Orlanda, FL
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, Minor in Psychology – University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

 Certifications & Training
Faith-Based Integration in Counseling trained,
Internal Family Systems (IFS), Career and Personality Assessments: MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, Big Five, Beck Inventories 

Clinical Experience
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction, Identity Concerns, Grief, Life Transitions, Relational Challenges, Couples Conflict, Infidelity, Abuse Recovery, Spiritual Integration, Career Discernment, Sexual Behavior Problems

   Anthony provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

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Registered Mental Health Intern/ Counseling Resident

  Anna works with clients ranging in age from adolescents (14+) to senior adults, offering couples and individual counseling. No matter the client’s background, she aims to create a warm, comfortable environment where clients look forward to sessions. Anna’s work primarily centers on those who are in a transitional period of life, especially new or expecting mothers and/or those who are beginning the process of defining who they want to be. She also has trauma-informed clinical training and years of experience working with clients who are suffering from symptoms of grief, anxiety, depression, and/or low self-esteem.  

 Anna uses an eclectic, integrative approach to therapy, emphasizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Therapy can be difficult, challenging work for the client, and Anna is committed to helping clients feel heard and supported from the initial meeting to the last. Anna is under the clinical supervision of Diana McCarley, LPCMH FL MH11201. 

Credentials

Registered Mental Health Intern FL #23055 

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL

Certifications & Trainings:

SYMBIS Certified

Clinical Experience

Life transition, Peripartum care, Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Grief, Family conflict

Anna provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Florida telehealth providers. 

   Anna provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee and Florida telehealth providers.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Therapist/ Supervisor 

 Ellen works with children, adolescents, and families from a wide variety of backgrounds, histories, and struggles. Ellen believes that children are best served when parents are also involved in the treatment process. Ellen uses a variety of approaches to best meet the needs of clients, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention, and Collaborative Problem Solving. Ellen specializes addressing issues including childhood trauma, foster care and adoptions, crisis response for children, attachment, family conflict, and parenting skills. 

Credentials

Licensed Clinical Social Worker TN #7987

Master of Social Work, Asbury University

Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Asbury University, Wilmore, KY

Certifications:

Trauma Focused CBT Trained

Collaborative Problem Solving Trained

TBRI Practitioner

Clinical Experience

Anxiety, Depression, Childhood Trauma, PTSD,  Family Conflict, Foster Care/Adoption, Court Involvement or Juvenile Delinquency, Problem Sexual Behavior for Adolescents 13+ under, Attachment, Parenting, Family Stress, Relationship Conflict.

   Ellen is not currently taking new clients.  She serves on our staff as a clinical supervisor. 

Licensed Counselor / Therapist/ Supervisor

Nathan has a pursued a career of inviting others into safety, healing, and growth through counseling, chaplaincy, and mentoring. He is licensed in both Illinois and Tennessee.  Nathan has experience with adolescents (age 9+), adults, couples, and families.  He specializes in cross-cultural adjustment issues, trauma/PTSD, physical & sexual abuse, healing from racial discrimination, chemical dependency and sexual addictions, young adults, first responders, helping professions, compassion fatigue, at-risk youth, partner conflict, attachment disorders, depression/bi-polar, grief & loss, life transitions, and spiritual development. 

Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP -- TN #5373

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor – IL #180.012168

Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) -- IL#35306 

Telehealth Professional Counselor- SC #1593  https://llr.sc.gov/TeleHealth/SocialWork.html

National Certified Counselor (NCC)

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Wheaton College Graduate School

Bachelor of Arts, Wheaton College

Clinical Experience

ADHD, Anxiety, Addiction, Abuse, Affair recovery, Burn-out, Clergy Support, Depression, Family Conflict, First Responders, Grief/ Loss, OCD, PTSD, Trauma

Certifications 

Prepare/Enrich Certified (Pre-Marital and Couples Counseling) 

Certification for School for Correctional Ministries Chaplaincy (Wheaton College) 

SPARCS Certified (Groups for adolescents w/ chronic stress)

Trained in Trauma Focused CBT 

 Nathan sees clients at the East Ridge/ Chattanooga, TN site and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee, South Carolina, and Florida telehealth providers. 

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 Counseling Resident / Therapist 

 With deep respect for each person’s lived experience, Teresa is honored to support adults through many of life’s challenges and transitions Whether someone is navigating a difficult season or simply seeking new tools for daily life, she offers a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients are seen, heard, and equipped to move toward healing, clarity, and resilience.

Her approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and trauma-informed care. She also incorporates Christian mindfulness, attachment exploration, and self-care strategies. Teresa is under the clinical supervision of Kimberly Cook, LCSW TN #6757, Dr. Linda Thompson, LPC PA #PC007008 and Marie Murphy, LPC-MHSP TN #3497.

Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor Temporary, MHSP-T, TN #7939

National Certified Counselor (NCC)

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University

Clinical Experience

 ADHD, Addiction, Adoption, Anxiety, Attachment, Chronic illness, Clergy/Church worker/Missionary Support, Compassion fatigue & Burn0out, Depression, Grief/Loss, Identity/Self-esteem, Infertility, Life transitions (Career, Mid-life, Empty nest, Caregiving, Retirement), Menopause, Parenting, Pre-martial Counseling, Relationships, Religious trauma, Spiritual growth, Third Culture Kids (TCKs) and adult TCKs/ missionary kids, PTSD & Trauma, Women’s mental health

Teresa sees clients sees clients at the Chattanooga/ East Ridge, TN location and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee and Pennsylvania telehealth providers.

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 Counseling Resident / Therapist 

Brady believes in facilitating a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, guiding clients to align their goals and aspirations with their evolving values and passions. He aims to help people navigate the intricate dynamics of relationships, difficult transitions through life, and healthy management of depression and anxiety. Brady has experience working with individuals and families, with clients ranging from adolescents to the elderly, as well as active-duty military and veterans. He employs CBT, Family Systems, and Person-Centered approaches to tailor therapeutic processes to benefit each client. Brady is under the clinical supervision of Ellen Blasing, LCSW #7987 & Emily Oliver, LMFT #1356.

Credentials
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Temporary, MHSP-T, TN #2755
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Temporary, MHSP-T, TN #2755

Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, at Colorado Christian University, Lakewood, CO

Bachelor of Science, Psychology, ETSU, Johnson City, TN

Clinical Experience

Conflict resolution, communication skills, marital conflict, life transitions, stress management, emotion regulation, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family conflicts and relationship issues

Brady sees clients sees clients at the Chattanooga/ East Ridge, TN location and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Therapist 

Kate has experience working with adults of all ages from different cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Kate is empathic and non-judgmental: counseling will be a place where you feel supported, yet motivated to grow. Kate has experience with anxiety, depression, caregiving, family dynamics, and self-worth. Kate also specializes in issues facing older adults such as life transitions, health challenges, caregiving, and memory loss. Kate utilizes a flexible, person-centered therapeutic approach focused on measurable change in a client’s life.

Credentials:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, IL 149.014404

Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work, Older Adult program from the University of Chicago (Hartford Geriatric Leadership Fellow)

Bachelors of Arts in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Notre Dame

Member:

National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

National Association of Christians in Social Work (NACSW)

Clinical Experience:

Depression, Anxiety, Caregiving, Managing stress, Family Dynamics, Life transitions, Self-worth, Living with chronic illness, Memory loss, Relationship challenges. 

Kate provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our telehealth providers serving both Illinois and Florida.

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 Social Worker / Therapist 

Jordan believes in working with each client as an individual, partnering with them to identify their strengths and finding real solutions to the challenges they are facing. Jordan values truly listening and understanding each client. She believes in each individual's ability to thrive and experience freedom in mental health. She works to empower clients and bring hope and growth to their situations. Jordan is under the clinical supervision of Kim Cook, NC LCSW #C012712. 

Credentials

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate - #NC P017408

Master of Social Work, Campbellsville University, Campbellsville, KY

Bachelor of Social Work, Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN

EMDR provider

Specialities

 EMDR, Anxiety, ASD, Coping Skills, Developmental Disorders, Self-harm, Depression, Divorce, EMDR, Grief, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Substance Abuse, Trauma, Addiction, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict, Life Adjustments. 

 Jordan provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our North Carolina telehealth providers. 

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Counseling Resident/ Therapist

Alyssa works with adolescents and adults, coming alongside each client to navigate various life stressors. It is Alyssa’s top priority that her clients feel seen, validated, and empowered in their healing journey with her. Alyssa is passionate about meeting clients where they are at, collaborating with them to develop a treatment approach that is individualized to their specific experiences, personality, strengths, and needs. Alyssa uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as her “homebase” treatment modality, but also integrates elements from various counseling approaches, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, and Mindfulness interventions. Alyssa is under the clinical supervision of Nathan Chase, LPC-MHSP.

Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor Temporary, MHSP-T, TN #7806

 Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University, Chattanooga, TN

 Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Bryan College, Dayton, TN

Clinical Experience

Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Post-traumatic Stress (PTSD), Grief/loss, Life Transitions, Personality Disorders, Spiritual abuse and/or growth, Neurodivergence support, and Attachment styles.  

Alyssa provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

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Counseling Resident/ Therapist

 Ghalysa is passionate about the transformational work of therapy. She creates an inviting environment to empower clients to engage their untold stories with empathy and move toward increased insight and sustainable change. Ghalysa has worked with a variety of age groups, cultures, and ethnicities.  She is committed to a collaborative approach with the use of EMDR, narrative therapy, attachment focused therapy, and emotions focused therapy.  Ghalysa seeks connect and help clients discover their innermost being of who God has called them to be. Ghalysa works with adults (18+) who are seeking to take the brave path toward healing. She is committed to remaining client focused and uses an array of modalities and individualizes her approach to therapy based on the needs of her clients.  Ghalysa is under the clinical supervision of Ellen Blasing, LCSW.

 Credentials:  

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist Intern TN 2424

PhD, Marriage and Family Therapy, Cleveland, TN

Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy, Lee University, Cleveland, TN

Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Lee University, Cleveland, TN

Facilitator for Prepare and Enrich Assessment 

Clinical Experience

Attachment, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Post-traumatic Stress (PTSD), Grief/loss, Life Transitions, Marriage therapy, and Attachment styles, EMDR, EFT, TF-CBT, narrative therapy,   

Ghalysa  provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

Ghalysa  provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

Ghalysa is not currently taking new clients.  She is on leave.

 Counseling Resident / Therapist 

 Lydia is a bilingual clinician working with individuals and couples on a variety of issues, including anxiety, grief, chronic illness, trauma, spiritual growth, social-cultural pressures, relational conflict, and other life transitions. Lydia enjoys working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities. She aims to foster a safe, supportive, and nurturing space for individuals to process their emotions and authentic experiences. Her background includes working with teens, adults, couples, and ministers. She uses an integrative approach incorporating various modalities, including person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and theocentric (Christ-centered) model. Lydia’s training includes clinical mental health counseling, trauma-informed care, theology, and psychosocial oncology. She has also served on pastoral leadership teams and as adjunct professor at the PTS’s Center for Latino Studies. Lydia offers sessions in English and Spanish and is committed to helping Latino/Hispanic families. She is under the clinical supervision of Nathan Chase, LPC-MHSP. 

Credentials

Licensed Professional Counselor Temporary, MHSP-T, TN #7816

Master of Arts, Clinical and Mental Health Counseling,

Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Cleveland, TN

Master of Divinity, Counseling Concentration, 

Pentecostal Seminary, Cleveland, TN

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Minor in Religion

Lee University, Cleveland, TN 

Clinical Experience

Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Family Stress, 

Trauma, Life transitions, 

Spiritual Growth, Psychosocial Oncology

Lydia sees clients at our Hixson, TN location and provides video/ virtual sessions as one of our Tennessee telehealth providers.

Hablo Español

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 Venita  serves as our Intake Coordinator. She helps clients navigate the process of matching with one of our clinical staff. She has a background in social work, ministry, and medical office administration, all of which lend support to our clinical team and intake process. 

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