The Marriage and Family Clinic’s staff has a variety of training backgrounds and designations for a reason. By building a team with diversity and various styles of practice, we can offer different approaches and therapy styles to you! We know a “one size fits most” approach is often not very fitting! By finding a provider who fits your needs, we can help you and your family find relief sooner. Our staff can also be combined as a treatment team to do individual, couples, or family therapy as well as adding speech, feeding, neurofeedback, yoga, group, Enneagram coaching or occupational therapy services. Providers will coordinate care in house, so you never have to be the case manager! All staff attend weekly supervision meetings, trainings and supports together in and out of the clinic!
Clinic Counseling Staff
COURTNEY BOYD, LMFTA
Courtney holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University. Before becoming a therapist, she spent more than 20 years as both a military spouse and an elementary school teacher; roles that deeply shaped her understanding of family life, resilience, and the many ways people adapt and grow through change. Those experiences inspired Courtney’s passion for supporting the neurodiverse community, empowering parents, and helping children develop emotional awareness and confidence. She’s known for creating a space that feels warm, welcoming, and genuinely inclusive, where clients of all ages can explore their emotions, strengthen their communication, and discover practical tools for connection and growth. An LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, Courtney welcomes individuals, couples, and families of all identities with openness, respect, and authenticity. She has completed both Gottman Level 1 and Level 2 training, allowing her to blend empathy with evidence-based techniques that help couples rebuild trust, deepen intimacy, and navigate conflict with compassion and clarity. Guided by a collaborative and heart-centered approach, Courtney believes therapy is not just about healing, it’s about rediscovering balance, nurturing connection, and creating lasting emotional well-being. She feels honored to walk alongside her clients as they uncover their strengths, embrace growth, and build relationships that truly thrive. To connect with Courtney, email her at courtney@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
LAURA BRITTON, MFT INTERN
Laura Britton is a graduate-level Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) intern finishing her master’s degree while holding a bachelor’s degree in psychology of human relations, both from Indiana Wesleyan University. Before answering her calling to support and serve others in psychology and mental health, Laura earned a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design from Purdue University and spent many years as a graphic designer and art director in the Indianapolis area. She integrates this dynamic perspective and ability to think creatively into her work with clients in understanding the sometimes complex, layered realities of relationships, life experiences, and personal growth. Laura’s journey includes being a mother to four children, a stepmother to three, experiencing divorce and remarriage, and navigating the challenges and rewards of blending two families. Her story – pain and promise – propelled her into the helping profession. Laura is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, teens, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and discover new ways of connecting. She believes in helping clients explore and strengthen emotional bonds, identify patterns of disconnection, and create lasting change through deeper emotional understanding. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that healing happens in safe, secure relationships. In addition, Laura has completed Level 1 training in the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, equipping her to support couples in building trust, communication, and intimacy. She brings a calm, curious, and caring presence to her sessions, creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Laura believes in the courage it takes to ask for help—and honors that courage by walking alongside her clients with empathy, authenticity, and a commitment to their growth while also making room for laughter and humor as powerful tools in the therapy room – often offering relief, balance, perspective, and a reminder of our shared humanity, even in the midst of struggle. To reach Laura, please email her at laura@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
SHANIKA (NIKKI) CARTER, LMFTA
Nikki has spent the last decade collaborating with children, families, and vulnerable populations within Central Indiana. After obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Management, Nikki has used trauma informed and family centered approaches to assist families with improving their quality of life during her roles in social services. She has witnessed the positive impact that the family system’s approach has on the success of families and their environments. As a relationship coach, Nikki has provided individuals with safe spaces to gain clarity regarding their marriages and relationships while assisting them with implementing the next steps to reach their desired outcomes. For more than 5 years, Nikki’s coaching program has equipped individuals with the skills necessary to work towards effective solutions, heal from broken relationships, and create healthier patterns. Nikki has worked to conquer her own challenges which inspired her to create a network to help others do the same. As founder of a non-profit for women and their communities, Nikki has supported many individuals as they worked to overcome challenges such as domestic violence, homelessness, and other various levels of trauma. Nikki completed a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy degree from Touro University Worldwide and provides a safe environment which supports healing, inspires growth, and promotes empowerment. To connect with Nikki, email her at nikki@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
LAUREN CREEK, MHC INTERN
Lauren Creek is a clinical mental health counseling intern who brings a compassionate, strengths-based perspective to the therapeutic process. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Indiana University and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Indiana Wesleyan University. Lauren draws on a diverse professional background, including experience in the corporate world and seven years as an elementary school teacher. These roles have shaped her relational style, her ability to connect deeply with others, and her appreciation for the complexity of human growth. Lauren works with adolescents, young adults and adults navigating challenges such as life transitions, identity development, grief, anxiety, and depression. She is particularly passionate about supporting individuals who are seeking healing not just from specific symptoms, but in their whole-person wellness; emotionally, mentally, relationally, and spiritually. Her clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and client-centered techniques, always tailored to the individual needs and strengths of each client. Guided by a belief in the inherent worth of every person, Lauren creates a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. She believes that healing is possible when we approach our stories with honesty, curiosity, and care, and that in doing so, we can grow into who we are meant to be. To connect with Lauren, you can email her at lcreek@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org.
KELLY CREMER, LMHCA
Kelly is a licensed mental health counseling associate who works with teens, college students, adults, and couples, helping them to navigate various life challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief/loss. Using a person-centered, attachment-based, and trauma-informed approach, Kelly collaborates with each client to meet them where they are. Kelly aims to create a safe, welcoming, and accepting space for all clients as they work towards finding growth and healing amidst life’s challenges. Prior to working in the mental health field, Kelly has years of experience working with college students in a coaching and leadership development capacity. Kelly received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University Irvine. To connect with Kelly please email her at kelly@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
ANGELA EVANS, LMHCA
Trauma, chronic stress, or disconnection in your relationships can be overwhelming and exhausting — but Angela believes in the resiliency of families and the human spirit to heal and grow. Angela helps youth, adults, couples, and families by integrating several specialized approaches including trauma-informed, neuropsychological, emotion-focused, and attachment-based therapies. For those with trauma or anxiety, Angela is trained in Brainspotting, a powerful mind-body approach that addresses both emotional and physical symptoms to find lasting relief. Angela provides parenting support with strategies to foster resilience and emotional well-being in the entire family. This includes supporting couples to deepen love and connection using Gottman & Emotionally Focused Therapy. Angela is also passionate about supporting new mothers and parents in the postpartum stage using her advanced training from Postpartum Support International and certification in Gottman Bringing Baby Home. Angela has her masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan University and is a certified Professional Life Coach. By addressing the whole person – body, mind, and relationships – Angela’s holistic counseling approach is designed to promote healing and lasting growth. For clients who find spiritual support meaningful, Angela can provide the integration of Christian faith into therapy. If you’re looking for a safe haven combined with practical tools for yourself, your child, or your family, you can connect with Angela at angela@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org.
HEATHER GIFFORD, MFT INTERN
Heather is a Marriage and Family Therapy intern who believes in meeting clients where they are—with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for each person’s unique journey. She brings a warm, grounded presence to her work, offering a space where clients can feel seen, heard, and supported as they explore what matters most to them. Her academic journey began at Indiana University Kokomo, where she graduated with a BA in Communications. She is currently completing her master’s at Indiana Wesleyan University. Heather has a strong interest in attachment theory and the ways our early relationships and family-of-origin dynamics shape how we show up in the world today. She hopes to support clients navigating later-life transitions, whether that’s menopause, retirement, changes in identity, caregiving roles, or finding renewed purpose in midlife and beyond. She has participated in trauma training and recognizes how overwhelming experiences can impact our nervous systems, relationships, and sense of self. She is especially drawn to Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), which honors the wisdom of emotions and helps people connect more deeply with themselves and others. She would be honored to walk alongside you on your therapy journey. To email Heather, please email: heather@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
LAURA GRAHAM, MHC INTERN
Laura Graham is a graduate-level Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern completing her master’s degree at Liberty University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Purdue University and brings over 30 years of experience supporting individuals and families across educational and human service settings. Laura spent 20 years teaching and supervising in public and private schools, followed by 10 years as a Medicaid waiver case manager serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These roles deepened her understanding of family systems, caregiver stress, advocacy, and life transitions, which led her to pursue counseling. Laura approaches counseling with warmth, sincerity, and a calm, collaborative presence. She values creating a safe, respectful space where clients feel heard, seen, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Her clinical approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), integrated with a person-centered, strength-based, and systemic perspective that helps clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to create lasting change. Laura focuses on supporting women and couples navigating anxiety, depression, guilt, relationship conflict, parenting challenges, caregiver stress, and life transitions. She also provides pre-marital counseling and is a certified SYMBIS facilitator. Laura welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds and is committed to culturally responsive and ethical care. Outside of her professional work, Laura is married and the mother of two children, one of whom happens to have an intellectual disability. Her life experiences inform her empathy and understanding, while her clinical training guides her work in the counseling room. Laura believes it is an honor and a privilege to collaborate with her clients to create meaningful and lasting change. Email Laura at: lgraham@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
ALLISON HURLEY, LMFTA
Allison is a Marriage and Family Therapist who takes a compassionate, down-to-earth, and relational approach to therapy. She works with individuals, couples, and families to help them understand themselves and the patterns that shape their relationships. Before becoming a therapist, Allison spent over 15 years in Human Resources as a trusted advisor, where she developed a deep appreciation for people’s stories and the courage it takes to grow through life’s challenges. Alison holds a master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Indiana Wesleyan University and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Purdue University. Drawing from a systemic and strengths-based lens, Allison helps clients explore how family dynamics, emotional reactions, and generational patterns influence how they relate today. Her work supports clients in recognizing protective patterns, strengthening emotional awareness, and finding balance between connection and individuality. Allison creates a warm, collaborative space where clients can build healthier relationships with themselves and others. She’s LGBTQ+ affirming and welcomes clients from all backgrounds and identities, believing that meaningful change begins with self-awareness, compassion, and authentic connection. To reach Allison, please email her at allison@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
NAMITHA JOHN, LMFTA
Namitha John is a post-graduate therapist who brings a unique blend of corporate experience and multicultural understanding to her practice. Namitha holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University. Namitha made a pivotal career transition to follow her calling in mental health counseling. With four years of experience in the corporate world, specifically in the tech sector, Namitha offers a distinctive perspective that bridges the gap between professional life and personal wellbeing. Her background equips her with valuable insights into the stresses and challenges faced by individuals in high-pressure work environments. Namitha’s approach to therapy is rooted in a systemic perspective, recognizing that individuals are shaped by their relationships, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences. Believing that everyone has a unique story to tell, Namitha is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their narratives and facilitate personal growth. She is especially attuned to the complexities of navigating multiple cultural identities and the related challenges that can arise in relationships with friends, family, or yourself. As an intern-level therapist, Namitha combines her academic training with her life experiences to offer fresh perspectives and empathetic support. She is excited to journey alongside her clients, helping them to uncover their strengths, overcome obstacles, and write new chapters in their life stories. Her goal is to empower individuals, couples, and families to achieve meaningful change and foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships. To connect with Namitha, please email her at namitha@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
DANIELLE LUHMANN, JD, LMHCA
Danielle is a dedicated mental health professional with a diverse academic and professional background. Danielle holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan & a Juris Doctorate from IU School of Law. Danielle earned a Bachelors in Kinesiology from Indiana University, specializing in sports marketing & fitness/nutrition. This background empowers Danielle to approach mental health from a multifaceted angle. Danielle incorporates her lifelong commitment to fitness & well-being into her therapy practice. As a Certified Yoga Instructor & holder of a Level 1 Reiki Certification, she believes in the power of the mind-body connection. Danielle also enjoys endurance sports, including triathlons & ultrarunning. Primarily working with adults, young adults, & teens, Danielle specializes in helping individuals navigate complex issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, & significant life changes. Danielle also works with parents and families as they journey through transitions together. Utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and motivational interviewing, Danielle tailors her methods to match each client’s unique needs. Beyond her professional life, Danielle is a wife, mom of three, animal lover, and a proud cat lady, often sharing her home with furry friends. Danielle possesses a caring yet direct demeanor, making her not just a therapist but a trusted ally dedicated to helping clients move toward mental & emotional well-being. Danielle is committed to helping others thrive. For those interested in connecting with Danielle for guidance and support, please email her at Danielle@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org.
JENNIFER LYMBEROLOULOS, LMHCA
Jennifer received her bachelor’s in Psychology from Lee University then a master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Jennifer worked in community mental health for several years serving children and their families in skill building, behavior modification, and parental coaching. Jennifer has worked extensively with children and adults with ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Jennifer strongly believes in the power of play for children, as it allows them to explore, create, and problem solve in a safe and fun environment. Whether it’s facilitating play-based therapy sessions for your child, providing support and guidance for new moms, or offering resources and tools for strengthening the bond between you and your child, Jennifer is committed to helping families thrive and grow together. Connect with Jennifer at jennifer@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org.
MEGAN FULLING, LMHCA
Megan is a clinical mental health counseling associate passionate about helping people find healing, freedom, and deeper connection. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan University. She works with children, teens, and adults navigating relational struggles, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the effects of trauma. Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a brain-based modality for treating trauma, Megan also draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment-based therapy, CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic principles. She integrates play therapy with children and faith in the counseling process when desired. Her style is warm, curious, and compassionate, creating a safe space where clients can process emotions and move toward healing. Megan believes that walking toward our pain and problems through a nonjudgmental and curious way allows for the hard but beautiful work of healing. And in healing, you can become more of who you were made to be. To connect with Megan or schedule a session, you can email her at Megan@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org.
AUDRA MILLER, MFT INTERN
Audra is a Marriage and Family Therapy intern with a passion for walking alongside individuals, couples, and families on their journeys of growth, healing, and self-discovery. For more than 25 years, she served in executive leadership roles within healthcare, where she guided people and organizations with compassion, empathy, and a servant’s heart. Now pursuing her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Indiana Wesleyan University, Audra integrates her leadership experience with her deep commitment to helping others thrive. She believes that cultivating a healthy relationship with oneself is the foundation for building meaningful connections and living with authenticity and joy. Audra is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can explore challenges, embrace curiosity, and work toward positive, lasting change. To contact Audra email her at audra@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
ADELINE NEIL, LMFTA
Adeline has achieved a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University. With 10 years of experience in child development and family systems, Adeline emphasizes the importance of play as a child’s language in her therapeutic approach. She is deeply committed to fostering healthy family dynamics and specializes in offering parent coaching to families navigating challenges such as co-parenting and divorce, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Adeline is skilled in a range of therapeutic approaches, dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and perinatal mood disorders. Dedicated to fostering growth and healing, she works with individuals, couples, and family systems to support meaningful and lasting change. To connect with Adeline, please email her at adeline@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
MARGRET PARROTT, MFT INTERN
Margret is a graduate-level Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) student at Indiana Wesleyan University. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with minors in Minority Health and Gender and Sexuality Studies, which inform her strong commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive, and affirming care. Alongside her graduate training, Margret works as a developmental therapist with Indiana’s First Steps program, supporting young children and their families through early intervention services. Margret brings extensive experience working with children under the age of six, including children with developmental differences and neurodivergent identities. Her work emphasizes parent education, strengthening caregiver–child relationships, and supporting families as they navigate developmental, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Through this lens, Margret recognizes how early emotional experiences, attachment bonds, and patterns of connection within families shape a child’s sense of safety and influence growth across the lifespan. Margret is especially passionate about working with underserved and marginalized populations, including immigrant families, low-income individuals, interracial couples, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She aims to provide LGBTQ+–affirmative care that honors the complexity of identity, relationships, and lived experience. Margret has a particular interest in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigating relational stress, identity development, family-of-origin dynamics, minority stress, and experiences of disconnection or invalidation. She is committed to supporting transgender and gender-diverse clients in ways that are affirming, respectful, and responsive, recognizing the importance of emotional safety, attunement, and secure relationships in the healing process. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and developmentally informed, grounded in the belief that healing and lasting change occur within secure, supportive relationships. Margret strives to meet clients where they are, attune to their emotional needs, and honor the strengths they bring into the therapy room. She brings warmth, curiosity, and intentionality into her work, walking alongside clients as they navigate challenges, deepen emotional connection, build resilience, and foster more secure, meaningful, and affirming relationships throughout their therapeutic journey.
JOANIE PAYNE, LMFTA
Joanie is a licensed marriage and family therapy associate who got her degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. She graduated from Purdue University-Indianapolis with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Joanie has worked in child development settings for the past ten years and enjoys working with children of all ages and their parents. Joanie believes that children learn best through play and uses play to build a trusting relationship with the families she works with and to help families strengthen their relationships and improve communication between one another. Joanie has her SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) certification and provides couples health assessments and therapy. She also enjoys working with adults and is passionate about helping individuals find clarity in their life. She has a flexible and accepting approach during sessions and meets families and individuals where they are at. Joanie feels strongly about empowering families and individuals by teaching them the tools that can help them better navigate the highs and lows that life inevitably brings. To connect with Joanie, please email her at joanie@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
BEN SOPER, MFT INTERN
Benjamin Soper is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern who brings a warm, steady, and down-to-earth presence to the therapy room. He is currently completing his master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. Benjamin was drawn to the field through a deep appreciation for people’s stories and a desire to help individuals, couples, and families build stronger, more connected relationships. Benjamin’s therapeutic approach is grounded in Contextual Therapy and Narrative Therapy, with an emphasis on how relationships and life experiences shape who we are. He believes healing grows in an environment of trust and openness, where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change. Benjamin brings calm curiosity and collaboration to his work, helping clients explore their experiences at a pace that feels right for them. Benjamin is especially interested in working with couples, as well as individuals and families who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, or navigate relationship challenges. He values authenticity, compassion, and the courage it takes to begin therapy. Benjamin considers it an honor to walk alongside clients as they pursue growth and healthier connections.
Licensed Therapist Affiliates:
At the MFC, we have several other types of therapists who run their own separate entities and practices, but also serve our clinic to provide more comprehensive care or other support services. Affiliates are not employees of the Marriage and Family Clinic, but run and manage their own independent practice within the walls of the office.
AUBREY CHRISTMAN, LMFT- Aubrey Christman, LLC
Aubrey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a successful private practice for over seven years. Aubrey has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology through IUPUI, and obtained a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Christian Theological Seminary. With her training as a Marriage and Family Therapist Aubrey has the skill set to work with clients from a systemic perspective; exploring the multiple angles of a problem while at the same time discovering untapped strengths and resources for creating change. Aubrey has experience working with a variety of clients including children, adolescents, families and couples; all within many different stages of life. Areas of special interest include teens, young adults, the military population, and first responders. Aubrey states, “As a therapist I am passionate about collaborating with clients to address the challenges that prevent growth and change. It is my goal to meet people where they are with unconditional respect for what their life journey has been.” To reach Aubrey, please email her: aubrey@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org Aubrey is not taking new patients at this time.
JENNI ENGEL, LMHC – Enneagram Insight, LLC
Jenni is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist who received her Masters of Arts in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Addictions Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan University. She has over 12 years of experience in a wide range of clinical settings. The majority of her professional time has been spent working in grief and addiction/recovery work. From her experience (both personally and professionally), Jenni has found the Enneagram to be a consistent and transformative tool. Utilizing the Enneagram as a road map she helps clients that feel “stuck in the same dynamics” learn 1) why they do what they do, 2) what their core needs, fears, strengths/weaknesses, blind spots are, and 3) how to foster new ways of being for health and wholeness. To Reach Jenni, please email her at : jenniengel@egraminsight.com
LAUREN MCQUARTERS, LMHC- Lauren McQuarters Counseling LLC
Lauren graduated with her M.S. in Clinical Mental Health from Marian University. While working toward this degree, she worked at a residential facility for children with varying degrees of mental health diagnoses and needs. Lauren has a passion for working with children, teens, and whole families. She also enjoys focusing on young adults transitioning from high school to college. Lauren utilizes techniques of play therapy and CBT with her younger populations, while utilizing techniques of solution focused and structural/strategic as well when it comes to anyone older. Lauren has received extensive training in ERP, in order to be able to work with people of all ages with OCD. She is also trained in ICBT, technique useful for working with clients with OCD. Lauren’s ability to build rapport and create strong professional relationships with her clients, helps them to feel comfortable and welcome in the therapy room. To connect with Lauren, please email her at lauren@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org
KRISTI KNIGHT, LMHC, CHC- Mind Body Counseling
Kristi is a licensed mental health counselor where she obtained her master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling through Bradley University. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Studies with a minor in Psychology from Ashford University. Kristi has 14 years of experience in Neurofeedback Training private practice. Kristi’s training in neurocounseling combines brain-based interventions, such as Neurofeedback and Brainspotting with mind-body techniques focusing on the nervous system including Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Therapy, and Mindfulness therapy to offer an integrated approach to clients. Kristi supports clients who are struggling with anxiety disorders, attention disorders/ADHD, chronic illness, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and childhood trauma history. She is passionate about educating and empowering others who are struggling by meeting them where they are and supporting them in each step of their healing journey. Kristi works with all ages for neurofeedback training and adults only for counseling clients. To connect with Kristi, please email her at kristi@beyourbestbrain.com.
RACHEL ABRAHAMS, LMHC- Rachel Abrahams Counseling, LLC
Rachel is a licensed mental health counselor associate with a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana Wesleyan University. She pulls from her clinical experience, education, and training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to create customized plans for teens and adults who struggle with anxiety and/or OCD. Rachel believes there is nothing more desired by people than peace—peace of mind, peace in relationships, and peace within ourselves. She journeys with clients as they identify their values and practice the essential skills needed to face their fears and experience relief. Her commitment to you is to listen with empathy, ask intentional questions, call out your strengths, and collaborate with you to reach your mental health goals. Rachel has experience working with young professionals, faith-based communities, and individuals from various international backgrounds. To connect with Rachel, please email rachel@themarriageandfamilyclinic.org.
LACEY SEGER, LMHC- Lacey Seger Counseling, LLC
Lacey received her degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine. She works with teens, college students, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, grief, and life transitions. Her practice is grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered, and attachment-based framework that addresses the whole person—body, mind, and relationships. Lacey works collaboratively with each client to determine their unique goals and then draws from approaches like Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Polyvagal Theory, while also weaving in concepts from CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic principles. She is also trained in Level 2 Brainspotting, a powerful mind-body approach that addresses both emotional and physical symptoms to find lasting relief. Lacey supports couples to deepen connection using Gottman principles & Emotionally Focused Therapy. She also holds a SYMBIS certification for pre-marital counseling. For those who find spiritual support meaningful, Lacey can also integrate faith into therapy. Lacey believes that every individual is the expert on their own life, and she serves as a partner in guiding them toward peace. By providing unconditional acceptance as clients explore the significance of their own stories, she uses experiential tools to foster the self-awareness and self-compassion needed to live more intentional, authentic lives.