Mended futures for every family.
Our FIVE18 Counseling team seeks to provide professional and quality counseling services from the foundations of Christ-centered compassion and evidence-based impact. Our clinicians seek to work collaboratively with their clients to help them achieve their desired mental health goals.
At FIVE18 Counseling, we believe that we have been called to both the ministry and mission of reconciliation. Because God pursues and restores healthy relationships with us, we are empowered to pursue and restore healthy relationships in the world around us. While we operate from a foundation of Christ-centered compassion, we do not require or force clients to subscribe to our belief system. Our counselors practice according to designated codes of ethics and respect the religious/spiritual background and wishes of the client. If you’d like to learn more about our statement of faith statement of faith click here.
Life is messy and we are here to help you through the challenging times.
Life is messy and we are here to help you through the challenging times.
Life is messy and we are here to help you through the challenging times. No one is turned away due to the inability to pay.
Rachel is a Licensed Resident-in-Counseling. Rachel is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, pursuing her licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. Rachel graduated with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.
Rachel primarily works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Eating Disorders, Trauma-Related Disorders, and Major Depressive Disorder.
As part of Rachel’s work as a counselor, she tends to operate with principles that address helping clients identify beliefs about themselves, others, and the world while assessing their values that motivate them toward change.
In Rachel’s spare time, she enjoys hosting friends in her home to foster community, going for walks, reading, and journaling.
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Madeleine Hyduke is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Madeleine is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2025. Madeleine works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, individuals, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship/marriage conflict, life transitions, and spiritual issues.
In Madeleine’s spare time she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, cooking/baking, hosting game night, and serving in her local church.
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Cora is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Cora is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2025. Cora primarily works with adult individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), General Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
In Cora’s spare time, she enjoys hiking with her husband, strength training, running, listening to music, and spending time with friends.
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Lydia is a Licensed Resident-in-Marriage and Family Therapy pursuing her licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Virginia. Lydia graduated with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University. She is also currently pursuing certification in Play Therapy.
Lydia primarily works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attachment-related issues, Adjustment Disorder, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
As part of Lydia’s work as a counselor, she tends to operate from Emotion-Focused Therapy, which means that as a client, you could expect to learn about attachment theory, grow your emotional vocabulary, and engage in pattern exploration to help improve your relationships and overall well-being.
In Lydia’s spare time, she enjoys traveling, experimenting with new recipes, hosting game nights, and listening to music.
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Aziz Ibrahim is a Licensed Resident-in-Counseling who is pursuing his licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. Aziz Ibrahim graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. He is also currently pursuing his Master’s in Critical and Influential Communication.
Aziz primarily provides therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and groups who have been diagnosed with, or are experiencing symptoms consistent with, a range of mental health conditions. Some of his areas of focus include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, developmental disorders, and personality disorders. He tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering a supportive and individualized therapeutic environment.
As part of his work as a counselor, he tends to operate from a Motivational Interviewing (MI) approach, a client-centered and evidence-based method designed to enhance intrinsic motivation for change. This approach involves collaboratively exploring and resolving ambivalence, rather than imposing directives or advice. As a client, you can expect him to engage you in thoughtful, respectful dialogue that may gently challenge your current perceptions of change. The goal is to support your autonomy and help you uncover your own reasons and readiness for change, as lasting transformation is more likely to occur when it is internally motivated rather than externally imposed.
In his spare time, Aziz enjoys engaging in a variety of enriching activities, including reading thought-provoking literature, maintaining an active lifestyle through regular exercise, following sports, exploring creative expression through photography, and reflecting through the art of poetry.
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Life is messy and we are here to help you through the challenging times.
Faith Towles joined FIVE18 Counseling as the Community Engagement Administrator in December 2023, assisting the Clinical Training team with day-to-day operations and building relationships to meet the mental health needs of Lynchburg and surrounding communities. Prior to joining the team, Faith served as the Director of Community Engagement for Freedom 4/24 where she initiated and fostered community-wide relationships. She also developed and launched Mission Thrift whose proceeds support local nonprofits.
In her spare time, Faith enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outside, reading and occasional weekends away with her husband Luke.
Jen is a licensed professional counselor (VA), an approved supervisor with the VA Board of Counseling, and a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC. Jen earned her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University as well as a bachelors in Psychology with a minor in Youth Ministries. She has also completed her doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision. Her dissertation focused on the impact of organization culture and self-care on compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction.
Since entering the counseling field in 2014, Jen has gained experience working in both the outpatient setting as well as in therapeutic day treatment services. Her theoretical orientation tends to be eclectic in nature; however, she primarily works from a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered therapy. Although Jen has experience working with a variety of clinical diagnoses and presenting problems, she primarily works with clients who have experienced the following: trauma, attachment, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, women’s issues, grief and loss, life transition, families of divorce, and foster/adoptive families. Jen is certified to facilitate the Prepare & Enrich program (couples program), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-I).
In her spare time, Jen enjoys traveling (especially cruises and road trips); binge watching her favorite shows; and spending time with her husband, children, and weimaraner puppy.
Taneka Chandler joined in the summer of 2018 as Intake Coordinator. She feels that FIVE18 Counseling is a great ministry to work with. She handles each client with dignity and respect. She is a wife and mother of two who believes in the power of prayer and that all of God’s children deserve a fighting chance. Taneka is also the choir director at Mt. Pleasant CME Church in Halifax VA. for the Total Praise Youth and Young Adult Choir. A quote that she often tells her children is: “Know who you are and know whose you are, a child of the Most High, first and foremost!”
Dianne was raised on a 113 acre farm in Gladys, where she learned how to work. She attended Diamond Hill Presbyterian Church and learned to help others and have a mission heart. She married her high school sweetheart and has two beautiful daughters. Dianne has two rescue fur babies who will be 6 years old this year, Rambo and Cricket. She has one Pomerian, Miss Princess, who will be 13 this year. She has four beautiful fur grandbabies, Cuz, Caddy, Doc Holiday and Miss Kitty Russell. Her passion in life is to follow Jesus and to serve Him by serving others.
Sandra joined FIVE18 Family Services, formally Patrick Henry Family Services, in 2003 as a houseparent. In 2011, she was asked to join the counseling staff as Office Manager for the newly opening South Boston location. She currently serves as the Business Manager of FIVE18 Counseling. Sandra is married to John Lewandowski, who serves as Pastor of Second Baptist Church, in South Boston, VA.
Joe is a Licensed Resident-in-Counseling, with his Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Joe Received his undergraduate degree in Theology from Moody Bible Institute.
Joe works with clients primarily utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to aid in gaining a broad perspective of their problem, and empowering clients to gain confidence and victory. Joe strives to perceive each person through the lens of Unconditional Positive Self Regard, helping clients find hope and the skill set to effectively engage with their problem.
Joe is also working towards his Play Therapy License (RPT), working with children through the language of play to process and engage with maladaptive thoughts/behaviors in ways to find new paths towards healing and freedom.
In his free time, Joe enjoys being outside: doing house projects, hiking, camping, biking, etc. He also loves partnering with his wife in life, as they focus their time to be with their local church community, neighborhood, and friends.
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Mikey Morales is a Licensed Resident-in-Counseling pursuing his licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. MIkey graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in May 2024.
Mikey primarily works with children, adolescents, and adults in a family and or individual setting diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
In Mikey’s spare time, he enjoys reading, trail running, fishing, watching and playing sports, listening to podcasts, and traveling.
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Marissa Helms is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Marissa is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2024. Marissa primarily works with adults, individuals, children, and families diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Bipolar Disorders, and other disorders as they present themselves.
In Marissa’s spare time she enjoys spending time with her friends, painting, hiking, trying out new recipes, and playing board games!
Haley Wilson is a Resident Counselor, pursuing her licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. Haley graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.
Haley primarily works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, as well as other concerns that individuals might be experiencing.
In Haley’s spare time, she enjoys hiking, hammocking, reading, baking, watching movies, and spending time with her friends and family.
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Elisabeth Cotton is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Elisabeth is pursuing her degree in Marriage and Family Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2025. Elisabeth primarily works with adolescents, adults, couples, families, and individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: parent/child conflict, relationship/marriage conflict, family conflict, depression and anxiety disorders, and attachment disorders.
In Elisabeth’s spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. She also enjoys caring for her plants, walks in nature, playing the piano, and long drives to nowhere in particular.
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Case Melton is a Licensed Resident-in-Marriage and Family Therapy pursuing his licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Virginia. Case graduated with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University.
Case Melton primarily works with children, adolescents, couples, families, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: PTSD, Adjustment disorders, Major Depressive Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
In Case’s spare time, he enjoys running, watching basketball, coffee shops, listening to music and podcasts, and spending time with friends and family.
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Ashlyn is a Licensed Resident-in-Counseling pursuing her licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. Ashlyn graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Military and Veteran Counseling from the College of William and Mary. She is also currently pursuing certification in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Play Therapy.
Ashlyn primarily works with children, adolescent, and adult individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, Family Conflict, Trauma, and Military-Connected Matters.
As part of Ashlyn’s work as a counselor, she seeks to provide a trauma-informed style that tends to operate from a cognitive-behavioral approach with solutions-focused, psycho-dynamic, and existential theoretical influences. Working with Ashlyn, you can expect to increase your awareness of your thoughts and emotions, explore their corresponding behaviors, and challenge them through reframing and learning coping techniques. Ashlyn often incorporates values exploration to cultivate a deeper understanding of self and examine if your beliefs and behaviors align with your values and goals. She incorporates education on attachment styles used when working to improve parent-child connection and structured problem-solving to find solutions through making cognitive and behavioral modifications.
In Ashlyn’s spare time, she enjoys working out, nature walks, kayaking, horseback riding, watching movies, and reading.
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Achsah is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Achsah is pursuing her degree in Clinical Psychology with an expected graduation date of 2027. Achsah primarily works with adolescents and adults diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: depression and anxiety.
In Achsah’s spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking, and going on long runs outside.
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Andy is a Resident Supervisee in Social Work, pursuing his licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. Andy graduated with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Barry University in Miami Shores, Florida.
Andy works with children, adults, couples, families, individuals, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Trauma, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Depression, major life changes, and circumstances related to foster and kinship care.
As part of Andy’s work as a counselor, he tends to operate from a Cognitive Behavioral and Family Systems approach which means that as a client, you could expect Andy to evaluate issues with a holistic view of individual, family, and total environment.
In Andy’s spare time, he enjoys reading the Bible, baking bread, listening to jazz, playing drums, camping, canoeing/kayaking, gardening, chopping wood, and good coffee with friends and family.
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Erika is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. Erika is an approved supervisor with the VA Board of Counseling. Erika received her Masters in Community Counseling from the University of Lynchburg. Erika has more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in an outpatient counseling and school setting. Erika provides counseling with individuals and families to address various issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, attention-deficit and disruptive behavior disorders, adjustment disorders, anger management, social skills, and parenting issues.
Erika uses an eclectic approach in her therapy sessions including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and person centered therapy. She is also working towards certification in play therapy. Erika wants to create an environment where the client feels respected, safe, and supported in their counseling experience.
In her spare time, Erika enjoys traveling, horseback riding, and spending time with her daughter and two shelties.
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Sherry worked 30+ years in acute medical and psychiatric care. She also led a Bereavement Support Group for the community during that time. She now provides outpatient counseling for adults with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and phase of life issues. She uses evidence-based concepts from Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness based therapy.
Sherry graduated from VCU in Richmond with an undergraduate degree in Social Work and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill with a Master in Social Work. She enjoys sailing with her husband and working in her flower garden.
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Kayla is a licensed professional counselor (VA) and has experience working with inpatient, residential, and outpatient services. She currently sees clients for outpatient telehealth services. Kayla has experience working with depression, anxiety, self-harm & suicidality, self-esteem, trauma, and behavioral issues. She prefers a whole person approach focused on bringing awareness to self and bringing about change from inner motivation and empowerment, with a Christian perspective.
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Amanda Clark is a Licensed Resident-in-Counseling pursuing her licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. Amanda graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.
Amanda primarily works with adolescents and adults, though she recently has enjoyed family therapy and working with children. She is contemplating becoming an eating disorder specialist and working with other substance abuse issues. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Psychology at Liberty University.
As part of Amanda’s work as a counselor, she tends to operate from a Narrative approach or Solution-focused approach, which means that as a client, you could expect to see change and a difference in the behaviors, as well as learning how to achieve the highest potential through growth and new development.
In Amanda’s spare time, she enjoys baking, gardening, hunting, and fishing; anything outdoors she is most likely doing! She also enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. The most important aspect of Amanda’s career is to find ways to show clients how to become the healthiest version of themselves.
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Susan grew up in Halifax County, VA where she continues to reside. She enjoys playing golf and reading in her spare time. She also enjoys spending time with friends and takes every opportunity to spend time outdoors, especially on her farm.
Susan currently works in the South Boston, Danville, and Brookneal locations. Her clients include individuals (age 7 to adult), families, and couples, and she prefers to use psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques.
Clients present with a variety of concerns, including, but not limited to the following: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and ADHD. Susan also works with individuals and families to address issues with transition, life adjustment, school, family conflict, behavioral issues, self esteem, interpersonal relationships, and grief, to name a few. She also has an interest in treating trauma, and she is trained in the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for the treatment of trauma. Susan is also working to complete training for certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
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Martha is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) providing services with FIVE18 Family Services in the Lynchburg - Wyndhurst and Appomattox counseling offices. She received her Master of Arts in counseling from Liberty University and has a background in working with children, families and adults in community mental health, school and outpatient settings. Martha has served in a church counseling setting at a large church, and she has worked in secular settings as well. She provides a safe, confidential space to be heard, regardless of the client’s viewpoint, race, intelligence, sexual orientation, sexual identity, level of education, national origin or religion.
Martha uses different approaches to best assist the client with techniques which are proven effective, including EMDR (Levels 1 and 2 training, pursuing EMDRIA certification), Trust-Based Behavioral Intervention (TBRI), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, empathy, communication skills, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused therapy. She has a person-centered approach and sees the person “in the round” including their family and social setting. Martha can provide either faith-based or secular interventions for healing trauma.
Martha is a member of the Virginia Association for Play Therapy, but is not certified as a play therapist. Martha’s work is trauma-informed, and she enjoys helping people emerge from depression, anxiety, ADHD, traumatic memories, addiction, trauma, grief and loss, family conflict and oppositional behavior. Martha has completed EMDR Basic Training, which includes EMDR I, EMDR II and consultation. Martha occasionally works with couples and is certified to offer Prepare-Enrich Couples Counseling.
Martha is proficient in providing helpful services with grace and is never judgmental. She is aware of how tough this world can be, and is ready to offer hope and help people to grow beyond their circumstances. In her spare time, Martha sings, volunteers, and enjoys friends and the outdoors.
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Mary is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Virginia. Mary graduated with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University.
Mary works with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Gender Dysphoria, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Adjustment Disorders.
As part of Mary’s work as a counselor, she tends to operate from cognitive behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, internal family systems, narrative therapy, or experiential therapy. As a client you can expect Mary to first take some time to get to know you and your story. You can then expect the integration of a method that allows you to process and respond to your experiences and present hopes for therapy. You can also expect the opportunity to explore through action and engagement with props, role-play, and hands-on processing.
In Mary’s spare time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, baking, and spending time with family and friends.
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Jonci is a native of Halifax County, Virginia and works in the South Boston office. She obtained her Masters in Guidance and Counseling from Longwood University in 2001. She became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2010 and has been working here for over 12 years.
Jonci had a 16 year career in education prior to transitioning to private counseling. She began her career in 1994 as an elementary school teacher and became an elementary school counselor in 2002. Jonci pursued and was granted an opportunity to work with at-risk middle and high school students in her last year of school counseling in order to gain experience working with older children. During her last 2 years in the educational setting, she also worked with clients of all ages in a private setting while obtaining her licensure.
In addition to working with children and teens, she has many years of experience working with adults, couples, and families. Her areas of specialty include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, ADHD, anger, impulse control, oppositional behaviors, life transitions, CBT techniques, mindfulness, grief and loss, family conflict, parenting, and behavioral issues.
During her free time, Jonci loves having new experiences with her husband and 2 adult children. She enjoys traveling, hiking, canoeing, and trying new foods.
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Luda’s diverse background provides her with the unique ability to connect with people from different cultural, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds. Her passion is to help those who face hard and challenging circumstances in life. Additionally, her engineering education supports her analytical treatment approach.
Luda obtained my social work degree from the University of Central Florida. She provides individual, family and couple therapies. Her specialized training and experience include: Life coaching, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Marital issues, Parenting, Loss and Grief, and wide range mental health disorders. Luda’s treatment approach includes Cognitive, Humanistic, Behavioral Therapies, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Luda’s passion is to help people to increase their self-esteem, overcome domestic violence trauma, and adjust in a new environment. She provides telehealth sessions only. The sessions can offer sessions in English and in Russian.
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Avery is currently a Resident in Counseling and earned a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2010. He has 15 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals in a variety of therapeutic settings including outpatient, public schools, and the community. While he has experience with individuals of all ages, his primary focus is older adolescents and adults. Avery utilizes an eclectic theoretical approach to meet the individual needs of clients, grounded primarily in cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered, and motivational interviewing. He works with individuals experiencing a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship/family difficulties, trauma, sexual orientation, gender identity, food/eating concerns, addiction, and general life stress.
In his spare time, Avery enjoys traveling, viewing and creating art, spending time with friends and family, and going on adventures with his cat, Olive. He is also passionate about the Enneagram as he believes it is a powerful tool for growth, self-awareness, and connecting with others in a deeper, more authentic way.
Amy completed her undergraduate degree in Sociology at Radford University before attending Virginia Tech in the Counselor Education masters program where she graduated in 2013. She then obtained her LPC license in 2018.
Amy has worked in several therapeutic settings which include public schools, inpatient crisis, and outpatient. Amy has worked with clients on a variety of issues including, anxiety, depression, autism, relationship issues, trauma, behavioral problems, and impulse control.
Amy uses an eclectic approach to therapy and primarily uses Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral, Behavioral, and Support therapy. Although she works with clients of all ages, her primary focus is with teens and young adults.
Amy resides in Lynchburg with her husband, son, and their two dogs and cat. She loves taking her dogs for walks, going to the lake, and spending time with friends and family.
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Adam has worked in counselor education at the American Association of Christian Counselors, provided mental health assessment and counseling at Centra Health, and holds a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree from Liberty University. Adam has over 9 years of experience.In addition to being a counselor, Adam is the administrator of FIVE18 Counseling’s Marriage & Relationship Education.
In his spare time, Adam enjoys hiking, bike riding, camping, and spending time with his wife and two sons.
Henry is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Approved Supervisor in the state of Virginia. Henry has been with FIVE18 Family Services since August 2020 and earned his Master’s in Professional Counseling as well as his PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Liberty University.
Henry’s primary role with the organization is as the Director of Clinical Training where he oversees the operations of the program and supervises counselors-in-training.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Henry has been providing counseling services for 10 years, working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples with a wide range of symptoms and behaviors, including depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment, ADHD, anger, grief and loss, oppositional behaviors, foster/adoptive families, and marriage counseling.
His clinical theoretical orientation when working with children and some adolescents is grounded in key concepts from play therapy but Henry is not certified as a play therapist at this time. Henry’s work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families is primarily grounded in schema therapy which is an expansion of cognitive behavioral therapy by emphasizing childhood and adolescent origins of current functioning, the counselor-client relationship, and identification of unhelpful strategies used for coping. Henry believes that by recognizing our beliefs about self, others, the world in general, and God (as indicated) we can identify our evidence for and against our beliefs and therefore make choices that either keep us stuck in our current functioning or assist us in becoming unstuck.
Henry has taken training for Cognitive Processing Therapy and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
In his spare time, Henry enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and foster son playing games and beekeeping, spending time with family and friends, and relaxing by listening to worship music and watching TV.
Jessica is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). She received a Master of Science in Counseling from Capella University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University. Treatment modalities in which she has experience includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Throughout her career, Jessica has worked with clients with various diagnoses and presenting issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, bereavement, and attachment issues. Her passion is to build a strong therapeutic alliance based on trust, respect, and empathy in order to facilitate the best treatment outcomes. Jessica looks forward to opportunities to mentor and teach emerging clinicians.
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Charlotte is a Resident Counselor, pursuing her licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. Charlotte graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Charlotte received her undergraduate degree in Counseling and Psychology from Toccoa Falls College.
Charlotte primarily works with adolescent and adult individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Social and Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Adjustment Disorders, and other disorders as they present themselves.
As part of Charlotte’s work as a counselor, she tends to operate using Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches. As a client this means that you could expect to explore where your thoughts and beliefs about the world, self, and others originated, evaluating them in order to help resolve emotional, behavioral, and psychological conflicts.
In Charlotte’s spare time she enjoys cooking, hiking, working on jigsaw puzzles, visiting local coffee shops, caring for her plants, and spending time with her husband and friends.
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Christopher is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Christopher is pursuing his degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and will graduate in December 2025. Christopher primarily works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, individuals, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Grief, Substance Use, and Personality Disorders.
In Christopher’s spare time he enjoys fitness, weightlifting, hiking, and spending time with his wife and son.
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Rachel is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Rachel is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2026. Rachel primarily works with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, and couples diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety, depression, adjustment and trauma-related disorders, as well as relational issues, grief/loss, identity, and other concerns individuals might be experiencing.
In Rachel’s spare time, she enjoys spending time at coffee shops, playing pickleball, listening to music and podcasts, cooking, and spending quality time with friends.
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Chandini is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Chandini is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2026. Chandini primarily works with adolescents, adults, groups, and individuals experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, in addition to other challenges such as grief/loss, managing chronic pain, incarceration of a family member, identity issues, and relational concerns.
In Chandini’s spare time, she enjoys crocheting, reading, discovering new music, and making the most of her rent at home with her husband and cat.
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Caroline is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University and is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of August 2025. Caroline primarily works with children, adolescents, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety disorders, trauma, attachment disorders, personality disorders, and relational issues.
In Caroline’s spare time she enjoys playing tennis, spending time in coffee shops, discovering local live music, and reading psychological thrillers.
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Juliana is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Juliana is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2026. Juliana primarily works with children, adults, couples, individuals, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
In Juliana’s spare time, she enjoys exploring new places, trying new foods, watching mind-bending movies, and spending quality time with family and friends.
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Kathlyn is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Kathlyn is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of December 2025. Kathlyn primarily works with children, adolescents, and families diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: anxiety, attachment disorders, behavioral issues, trauma, coping skills, and relationship conflicts.
In Kathlyn’s spare time she enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with her two cats. She also loves to hang out with friends and family.
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Shannon is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Shannon is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of December 2025. Shannon primarily works with children, adolescents, adults, and individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, attachment related issues, and other disorders as they present themselves.
In Shannon’s spare time she enjoys spending time outside with her dog, being active, and spending time with friends.
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Madeline Schaefer is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Madeline is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation date of May 2026. Madeline primarily works with children, young adults, and groups diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment, Reactive Attachment, and PTSD in children.
In Madeline’s spare time, she enjoys hiking, skiing, and anything that involves an adventure. She also loves spending time with friends and family.
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Dae Thomas is a Graduate Student enrolled at Liberty University. Dae is pursuing her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an expected graduation in May 2026. Dae primarily works with children, adolescents, and individuals diagnosed with or experiencing symptoms consistent with the following diagnoses: stress, anxiety, and sadness.
In Dae’s spare time, she enjoys reading, watching international movies and television, and spending time with loved ones. In the future, Dae hopes to work with children, adults, adolescents, individuals, and families serving oversees.
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