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Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH 13008 https://gracehousecounseling.com/aboutus daily 0.75 2023-02-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1586275615415-BQV05HNYTPH8BS0SZK1H/about-us About Us https://gracehousecounseling.com/home-1 daily 1.0 2024-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1586275247548-IPE3QC4EN02K98RQQW8R/grace-house-counseling-center Home https://gracehousecounseling.com/services daily 0.75 2022-05-25 https://gracehousecounseling.com/insurance-affiliations daily 0.75 2025-01-17 https://gracehousecounseling.com/larry-nichols daily 0.75 2024-09-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/efbdf2c7-1a95-46d4-8116-b38b6119a31d/Larry+Nichols+Pic.jpg Larry Nichols - Larry M. Nichols, D.Min, M.A., L.M.H.C. Director, Grace House Counseling Center Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH11033 Larry has a Doctor of Ministry degree in chaplaincy from Liberty University and two master’s degrees (Mental health counseling and religious education) from Liberty and Loyola Universities, respectively. Larry is a U.S. Army/National Guard veteran (31 years) who also spent 42 years in journalism. Larry’s military service includes a tour in Vietnam as an Army combat engineer and on the staff of the Florida National Guard Military Academy among other assignments. As a journalist, Larry worked for newspapers in Panama City, FL, Tallahassee, and Jacksonville. He received several awards for his reporting and writing. In addition, Larry is a Commissioned Lay Chaplain under the Special Jurisdiction of the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy of the Anglican Church of North America, and an oblate in the lay Order of Saint Martin of Tours. Larry is also a state-approved supervisor of Registered Mental Health Interns and oversees Grace House’s college intern program. Larry’s counseling interests include biblical and spiritual guidance; military issues, including career and retirement concerns; combat trauma (PTSD); intrapersonal relationships, including issues relating to marriage and dating, adolescents; young adults; and parenting and life transitions such as grief divorce, empty nest, and remarriage. Office Phone: (904) 269-0886 E-mail: lmnicho@aol.com https://gracehousecounseling.com/shelly-m-hughes daily 0.75 2024-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/4ba4db75-af9e-4841-ab6e-a614566d5f82/ShellyHughes2024.jpg Shelly M. Hughes - Shelly M. Hughes, M.A.C.P., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH4883 Telehealth Only Shelly has worked in the field of counseling since 1995 when she earned her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the UNF Psychology Department. She worked as a full-time counselor at a community mental health center where she gained extensive experience in treating PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Mood Disorders, and other mental health issues. Shelly has worked as a Clinical Manager of Outpatient Services for Children and Adults. There she maintained her clinical work as well as successfully supervising her outpatient staff towards Florida licensure before making the move into private practice. Shelly has experience in individual, couples, family, and group therapy work that include a number of certifications and specialized trainings in EMDR, Play Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS) with a sensitivity towards trauma-informed care. Shelly feels that it is an honor and a privilege to share in another’s journey through the counseling experience. Phone: (904) 269-0886 https://gracehousecounseling.com/resources daily 0.75 2022-05-25 https://gracehousecounseling.com/jean-pease daily 0.75 2022-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1627485283426-D71MRVUPH05Q73LGQWY2/bio-jeanpease.jpg Jean Pease - Jean Pease, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, #SW7416 Jean earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1981 and her Master of Social Work degree from The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in 1989. She has completed post-graduate studies in Family Therapy, Child & Adolescent Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). She is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional through IATP (International Association of Trauma Professionals) and a member of the Florida Society for Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH). Jean has varied clinical experiences over her twenty-plus years as a licensed clinical social worker including trauma, sexual abuse, substance abuse, grief and loss, adoption, and parenting issues. Jean enjoys working with adolescents and their families to help them navigate the difficult terrain of this life phase and has a special interest in those adolescents who self-injure. Favorite quotes: “Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it.” – Helen Keller “We can do no great things; only small things, with great love.” – Mother Theresa Phone: (904) 269-0886 E-mail: jpeaselcsw@gmail.com https://gracehousecounseling.com/contact-us daily 0.75 2023-08-16 https://gracehousecounseling.com/teresa-ellsworth daily 0.75 2024-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/11e18e08-149b-4327-89db-70886128204c/Teresa+Ellsworth.jpg Teresa Ellsworth - Teresa Ellsworth, L.C.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, #SW11351 Telehealth Only Teresa earned her Bachelor’s degree in psychology and Master’s degree in social work from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. She has been providing clinical social work services and therapy for over 20 years. She has worked with adolescents, adults (including college students and the elderly) and couples in a variety of settings and professional capacities, including outpatient mental health clinics, private practice, home health care, disability, assisted living facilities and online. Her work includes helping clients from all walks of life who present with a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, family/relationship dynamics, emotional/physical/sexual abuse, life transitions, loss and grief, adjustment difficulty, coping with medical illness, infidelity, parenting issues, divorce and blended families. Teresa will approach your treatment by working to best address your specific concerns, while combining elements from several evidence-based modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), psychodynamic theories, solution-focused, prolonged exposure therapy, mindfulness and mind-body interventions. She will create a non-judgmental, safe therapeutic space to allow you to freely explore your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs in order to facilitate a deeper understanding, develop a new perspective and learn new skills. She welcomes the opportunity to work with you. https://gracehousecounseling.com/janie-m-simpson daily 0.75 2022-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1584138922627-FAHUN6IDKKFJL79NVPOY/bio-janiesimpson.jpg Janie M. Simpson (Retired Founder) - Janie M. Simpson, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Counselor Emeritus Janie was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with degrees from George Mason University and Florida State University. She and Reverend B.E. Palmer founded Grace House in 2000 as a ministry of Grace Episcopal Church in Orange Park. Janie retired from counseling and we are proud to honor the legacy of care and compassionate work that she has left to us in Grace House. https://gracehousecounseling.com/counseling-providers daily 0.75 2025-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/dd3acf68-0fbb-4edb-83ee-a9b3397754bb/PamelaLewis-2024.jpg Counseling Providers - Pamela J. Lewis, M.A., L.M.H.C., N.C.C., L.P.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH10100 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/a81baefc-cee8-4213-a4e6-dc9a81a5378a/thomas_connie-0529b.jpg Counseling Providers - Connie Biemiller-Thomas, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, #SW10317 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/2500e2bd-4ba0-48e6-9704-fbe23cbadaf3/KatieWestfall-2025.jpg Counseling Providers - Katie Westfall, M.A. LMHC Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH25685 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1a4d5090-f313-4ead-a693-ad6376d4279c/Deena+Pic.JPG Counseling Providers - Deena Hunter, M.A., RMHCI Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, #IMH26704 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/8775a0e6-dca6-4313-85da-437fdbec77d2/Margaret+Rose+Pic.jpg Counseling Providers - Margaret Rose Glenn, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., A.C.H.P.-S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker #SW3666 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/b71fb562-048d-4105-8cac-44b89ad575dc/bio-lorriejordan.jpg Counseling Providers - Lorrie Jourden, M.A. L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH23558 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/efbdf2c7-1a95-46d4-8116-b38b6119a31d/Larry+Nichols+Pic.jpg Counseling Providers - Larry M. Nichols, D.Min, M.A., L.M.H.C. Director, Grace House Counseling Center Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH11033 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/536b850e-5a9c-4731-bb7e-668f096fe5c6/JenniferBowden-2024.jpg Counseling Providers - Jenny Bowden, M.A., L.M.H.C. Jacksonville Office Only Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH13008 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/d70c820b-31eb-41b5-ba13-a65d03e474cd/Tina-Bailes.jpg Counseling Providers - Tina Bailes, M.A., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH24043 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/f3bec9e8-ef5c-4c5a-ac0a-7ab4748a29f3/DiLoretoRosspicture2023.08.jpg Counseling Providers - Ross T. DiLoreto, M.A., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH21867 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1627485248556-KZZ42IPDN84W3DZRGD12/bio-jeanpease.jpg Counseling Providers Jean Pease, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, #SW7416 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/d40de9ac-014c-42c5-bcf6-b9b0a5520107/george-mendes-2025.jpg Counseling Providers - George J. Mendes, M.A., M.Div., D.Min., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH21871 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1584045895988-QGX5AJHTXE6YEZ3L2TT3/bio-janiesimpson.jpg Counseling Providers - Janie M. Simpson, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/11e18e08-149b-4327-89db-70886128204c/Teresa+Pic.jpg Counseling Providers - Teresa Ellsworth, L.C.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, #SW11351 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/c7d53c39-a255-4cb9-9acd-52cc569de854/Mary+Kay+Young+Pic.jpg Counseling Providers Mary Kay Young, M.Ed., L.M.H.C. Yulee Office Only Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH2494 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/4ba4db75-af9e-4841-ab6e-a614566d5f82/ShellyHughes2024.jpg Counseling Providers - Shelly M. Hughes, M.A.C.P., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH4883 https://gracehousecounseling.com/join-us daily 0.75 2022-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1586275678766-6LT67FUQWJBKXFHHJ0XE/join-us Join Us https://gracehousecounseling.com/pamela-j-lewis daily 0.75 2024-06-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/40abe5ec-ff8a-4186-a7e9-75af6be32b17/PamelaLewis-2024.jpg Pamela J. Lewis - Pamela J. Lewis, M.A., L.M.H.C., N.C.C., L.P.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH10100 Pam has earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and a Master of Arts in Counseling. Her original license was in Texas where she became a Licensed Professional Counselor. After moving to Florida several years ago she became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and also became a Nationally Certified Counselor. While working with individuals, families and groups at The Houston Galveston Institute in Houston, Texas she developed a special interest in women’s issues and blended families. Pam has been active in her local church and philanthropic organizations. She has been involved in local government for several years and also enjoys events centered around her local community. She and her husband are members of Hibernia Baptist Church. One of her core beliefs is that there is hope and transformation available in every life situation. Phone: 904-269-0886 https://gracehousecounseling.com/george-j-mendes daily 0.75 2025-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/d40de9ac-014c-42c5-bcf6-b9b0a5520107/george-mendes-2025.jpg George J. Mendes - George J. Mendes, M.A., M.Div., D.Min., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH21871 George is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors. He has a Master of Arts in Counseling from LeTourneau University (Longview, Texas), a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (Fort Worth, Texas) and a Doctor of Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary (Pasadena, California). George’s experience in behavioral/mental health began in 1993 working in a residential treatment center for abused children in Texas. In that setting he learned how to understand personal pain and the impact of trauma in a compassionate and non-judgmental way. He also draws upon 29 years’ experience and expertise as a Navy Chaplain providing counseling and spiritual care to persons in combat zones, military hospitals, ships, and installations in the United States and overseas. George believes that counseling is a collaborative process where both counselor and client work together in identifying issues and establishing therapy goals to facilitate personal growth and healing. He offers counseling and guidance from a biblical perspective. His areas of focus include:  Anxiety and depression  Military and veteran issues  Relationship challenges and issues  Spiritual issues  “Seasons of life” concerns such as mid-life and grief While our relationship with our problems is always a deeply personal one, the Bible teaches that there is “nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9); we are all fragile people in a broken world. Yet, God is eager to enter into the midst of our complicated lives as we “obtain guidance” (Proverbs 1:5) that is grounded in His wisdom and will lead us in “the way we should go” (Psalm 32:8). In sessions with George, you can expect a collaborative and confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings. George is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. He and his wife Sheila have three children. Office Phone: (904) 269-0886 ext. 113 E-mail: gmendes@mail.com https://gracehousecounseling.com/yulee-office daily 0.75 2024-09-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/c7d53c39-a255-4cb9-9acd-52cc569de854/Mary+Kay+Young+Pic.jpg Yulee Office Mary Kay Young, M.Ed., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH2494 https://gracehousecounseling.com/margaret-glenn daily 0.75 2024-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/8775a0e6-dca6-4313-85da-437fdbec77d2/Margaret+Rose+Pic.jpg Margaret Rose Glenn - Margaret Rose Glenn, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., A.C.H.P.-S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker #SW3666 Margaret Rose Glenn was born while her father was stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. She is an “Army brat” and has traveled this country and the world extensively. She has practiced social work since 1988. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education (University of Georgia, 1970) and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work (Florida State University, 1988). She has 20 years of experience in outpatient mental health and 15 years of hospice experience as a social worker. Margaret Rose has an interest in the use of art in healing and she received a Certificate in Art and Healing from the Ringling College of Art and Design upon completion of a 3-year program there. She is an Expressive Arts Therapist. Margaret Rose has a passion for treating trauma and she is a Certified EMDR Therapist. She continues to advance in her training in EMDR to maintain current certification. She has found EMDR to be a very effective treatment for all kinds of traumatic experiences, and most clients who receive EMDR will find relief of symptoms caused by trauma. Margaret Rose has had recent training in I-CBT (Inferential Based CBT), which is a treatment for the intrusive thinking caused by OCD. Margaret Rose has years of experience working with the elderly, with caregivers, and with those who are bereaved due to her years in both hospice care and in geriatric mental health. Margaret Rose has familiarity with issues of adoption, particularly those of adoptees and of adoptive parents. Margaret Rose has a special concern for military personnel and their families. She is able to work with them on a variety of issues, including PTSD, military sexual trauma, marital issues, and other situations related to the military lifestyle. https://gracehousecounseling.com/jenny-bowden daily 0.75 2024-06-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/536b850e-5a9c-4731-bb7e-668f096fe5c6/JenniferBowden-2024.jpg Jenny Bowden - Jenny Bowden, M.A., L.M.H.C. Jacksonville Office Only Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH 13008 Jenny earned both her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. For over 10 years, Jenny has provided counseling services to individuals and families all throughout Northeast Florida. After experiencing anxiety in early motherhood, Jenny created www.postpartumjax.com and began specializing in Maternal Mental Health, with an emphasis on working with women and families during pregnancy and postpartum. She has a Certificate of Completion in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders from Postpartum Support International (PSI) and is also a Gottman trained Bringing Baby Home Educator. Currently, she serves as one of Jacksonville's volunteer support coordinators with PSI and connects women and families to perinatal resources in our area. https://gracehousecounseling.com/connie-thomas daily 0.75 2022-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/a81baefc-cee8-4213-a4e6-dc9a81a5378a/thomas_connie-0529b.jpg Connie Thomas - Connie Thomas, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, #SW10317 Connie Thomas, LCSW has been working in the field of mental health for over 30 years. She has had the privilege of working with families, couples, individual adults and children in assisting in their journey to wellness. She has a vast array of knowledge working with Depression, PTSD, OCD, Impulse Control, ADHD and numerous other mental health issues. She is trained in EMDR and Ego Strengthening in working with trauma issues. Connie was born and raised in the Jacksonville area then moved to Georgia soon after completing her under graduate work at Newberry College in Newberry, South Carolina. She then received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Georgia. She returned to the Jacksonville area in 2010 and is happy to be a part of her home community again. Phone: (904) 269-0886 https://gracehousecounseling.com/mary-kay-young daily 0.75 2024-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/c7d53c39-a255-4cb9-9acd-52cc569de854/Mary+Kay+Young+Pic.jpg Mary Kay Young - Mary Kay Young, M.Ed., L.M.H.C. Yulee Office Only Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH2494 Mary Kay Young is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s in Counseling Education. She brings an extensive background to psychotherapy with children, teens and adults and has been in the field of mental health for 28 years. Her areas of specialty include: abuse, anxiety, autism, bipolar disorder, children of divorce, depression, developmental delay, grief, individual and family issues, personal growth, PTSD, school related problems and trauma. Past history includes twelve years as a Guidance Counselor, five years as a Homicide Survivor specialist, ten years contracted with the Child Protection Team as a specialized sexual abuse therapist, plus group and individual therapist for children and adults. She works with children from age 2 through high school and adults from 18 to Seniors. Utilizing several methods of therapy, Mary Kay, successfully uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Sand Tray Therapy and Play Therapy techniques. https://gracehousecounseling.com/ross-t-diloreto daily 0.75 2024-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/f3bec9e8-ef5c-4c5a-ac0a-7ab4748a29f3/DiLoretoRosspicture2023.08.jpg Ross T. DiLoreto - Ross T. DiLoreto, M.A., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH21867 Ross has earned a Master of Arts degree with High Distinction in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. He is a current member of the American Counseling Association (ACA). Ross has a strong desire to help people by meeting them where they are at in their life, listening to their concerns, and working collaboratively with them toward self-improvement and problem resolution. He has experience in working with a range of client difficulties including anxiety and depression, anger, addictions, stress management, guilt and shame, decision-making, adjustment issues, bereavement, and other mental health and life concerns. He utilizes cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and other empirically supported treatment modalities. However, each client’s treatment is tailored to their individual needs. Ross’ philosophy is that a counseling relationship between a counselor and client is a professional relationship in which the counselor assists the client in exploring and dealing with difficult life issues. He believes in a collaborative approach and will work with each client toward reaching their goals. Ross follows a wellness model of mental health where the goal is to achieve positive mental health to the degree it is possible. It is his desire to come alongside those that he is helping and encourage them to take the walk toward personal growth. He looks forward to working with you. Office Phone: (904) 269-0886 https://gracehousecounseling.com/katie-westfall daily 0.75 2025-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/2500e2bd-4ba0-48e6-9704-fbe23cbadaf3/KatieWestfall-2025.jpg Katie Westfall - Katie Westfall, M.A. LMHC Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH25685 Katie earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of North Florida, and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. As a previous teacher for students with learning differences, Katie has a passion for working with children, adolescents, individuals, and families struggling with life’s difficulties including: anxiety, depression, learning disorders, OCD, and struggles adjusting to change. With an eclectic focus using modalities such as: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and play therapy, Katie strives to tailor each client’s treatment plan to their individual needs. Katie believes that the counseling relationship is of utmost importance which is why she strives for a collaborative, understanding, and open space with all of her clients. It would be her pleasure to work alongside anyone to help them achieve personal growth and joy. https://gracehousecounseling.com/lorrie-jourden daily 0.75 2024-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/9eaf126f-9bbe-4292-97f4-ccb2dfff3fa8/bio-lorriejourdan.jpg Lorrie Jourden - Lorrie Jourden, M.A. L.M.H.C. Fleming Island and Mandarin Office Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH23558 Lorrie has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration/Accounting from Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has a Master of Arts degree in Biblical Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas and completed an independent study on the Dynamics of Furthering Growth based upon The Cloud-Townsend Therapeutic Model. Life can change in an instant. Unexpected life events and unforeseen circumstances can shake the very foundation of our lives and shatter our illusions of control. A multitude of unanticipated events can negatively impact our lives, destroy our sense of safety, impair our mental health, and complicate our interpersonal relationships. Many times, families and friends struggle to provide the support and direction we need during the turbulent seasons of life. It takes strength and courage to reach out for help but the benefits of taking that risk can lead to new insight, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose. When life is overwhelming it is important to have a place where you feel safe enough to process thoughts, feelings, and reactions to the circumstances that have impacted your life. After years of consulting and providing training in the healthcare industry, Lorrie realized that she could utilize her knowledge and life experiences to assist others in their healing journeys. Having been in private practice for over five years, Lorrie strives to create a warm, calm, and relaxing environment. She believes trust and confidentiality are imperative foundational elements to achieve therapeutic gains and utilizes integrative therapeutic approaches to develop effective, individualized treatment plans in working with her clients. Lorrie has special interests in assisting others to navigate unanticipated life events and unforeseen circumstances; personal growth and transformation; and the emerging field of integrating psychotherapy with personal finances. She has assisted women who might be pregnant, worried and unsure of their next steps to address their frustrations and concerns, and explore their possible options. Areas of focus include: Anxiety and depression Coping skills Emotional disturbances Financial counseling Grief Life transitions Marriage and couples counseling Personal growth and transformation Self-esteem and self-worth Spiritual issues Stress Trauma and PTSD Women’s issues “We are all faced with a series of great opportunities brilliantly disguised as impossible situations.” Charles Swindoll https://gracehousecounseling.com/mandarin-office daily 0.75 2023-02-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/b71fb562-048d-4105-8cac-44b89ad575dc/bio-lorriejordan.jpg https://gracehousecounseling.com/deena-hunter daily 0.75 2024-10-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/1a4d5090-f313-4ead-a693-ad6376d4279c/DeenaHunter.JPG Deena Hunter - Deena Hunter, M.A., RMHCI Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, #IMH26704 Deena is an empathetic and energetic registered mental health counseling intern who is passionate about helping clients find healing, purpose, and fulfillment in their lives and relationships. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Christian Counseling from Trinity Baptist College, and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Deena utilizes a reality therapy approach, which focuses on helping clients identify their wants and needs by evaluating the choices they are making and how those decisions impact their overall well-being. She believes in empowering clients to take responsibility for their own lives and encourages them in developing positive coping mechanisms and establishing healthy boundaries. Deena’s warm and supportive demeanor creates a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and emotions. Her Christian faith provides a foundation for her work, and she integrates her beliefs into her counseling sessions when appropriate. Deena is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives. https://gracehousecounseling.com/tina-bailes daily 0.75 2025-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e692ee9551beb7afc3268c8/d70c820b-31eb-41b5-ba13-a65d03e474cd/Tina-Bailes.jpg Tina Bailes - Tina Bailes, M.A., L.M.H.C. Licensed Mental Health Counselor #MH24043 Tina worked as a Junior High school teacher for many years before she received her Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University in Virginia in 2021. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has always been a person who loves helping people be the best they can be as a whole person. Her 25 years of teaching experience in the school system gives her special knowledge of working with parents, and with children with learning disabilities, ADHD and varied teenage problems. Her life experiences also give her a heart to work with all age groups. She has helped many people learn to manage anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Tina believes the therapist is there to support the client in self-discovery, problem solving, and in learning how to change the way they think about things (see things in a new light when needed). She has experience with CBT therapy, Client-centered therapy, and Solution-focused therapy. Tina volunteers in her local church because she believes in planting seeds into the lives of others and giving back to the community. Tina is so excited about the opportunity to work with you!