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Our Student Counselors

Abiding Hope is proud to partner with these future counselors in their journey to become fully licensed. These students are supervised by the Clinical Director and provide the same level of professionalism and ethical services as all who are part of Abiding Hope.

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Ally

I'm Ally. I'm currently seeking a graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Houston Baptist University in Houston, TX. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Counseling from Central Bible College. I have over ten years of experience working with children and families in the system and have a passion for helping others live their full potential. My goal in counseling is to demonstrate the transcendent reality of God, who objectively makes human lives more meaningful, authentic, and free.

Carmina

I'm Carmina. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Christian Leadership from Colorado Christian University. I'm currently seeking a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since 2016, I've been facilitating life recovery groups helping women and men who struggle with life challenges such as guilt, shame, abuse, anger, fear and sexual brokenness. My passion in counseling to work with trauma survivors and walking with people that have unresolved pain.

John

I'm John and I hold a bachelor's degree in Christian Ministries from Anderson University (Indiana) and a master's degree in Communication from Regent University (Virginia). I'm currently completing my masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Amberton University (Texas).

Humans were designed by God for connection (Genesis 2:18, John 15:4). Trauma and life's challenges can disrupt our ability to connect – to God, to each other, and even to our own emotions and thoughts. I want to work with you to help you learn to connect in healthy and life-giving ways.

Chrisandra

I'm Chrisandra and I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology from American Military University in Charles Town, WV. I'm currently working to complete my graduate degree in counseling with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health from Liberty University. I have a fervor for sharing God's love and seeing others work to reach their full Jeremiah 29:11 promise that states,"For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." My goal is to come alongside you, share God's love and help you work to be the best version of who God created you to be in life.

Christian

I'm Christian and I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. I'm currently working to achieve my graduate degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health from The Townsend Institute of Concordia University Irvine. I have a passion for holistic health and to see people set free from destructive patterns or anything holding one back from living their best life. My goal is to journey with you to discover and experience the love and abundance that God offers.

Christine

I'm Christine and I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology through the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. I'm currently studying at Liberty University to obtain a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have spent the better part of twenty years working with women, youth, and military families through mentoring and volunteering opportunities. My deepest desire is to utilize my training to be a vessel of healing and hope to the hurting people of this world through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Kelley

I'm Kelley and I hold a bachelors degree in psychology from Abilene Christian University. I'm currently pursuing a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy also from Abilene Christian University. I desire to create a safe place for others to feel heard, seen and known in order for true healing to happen. My hope is to convey the depths of Gods grace and love in every session. My goal is for others to leave feeling equipped, capable, and empowered by God.