The majority of David’s clients are personally referred by satisfied and appreciative former clients who experienced him as approachable and comfortable, yet professional and competent. He sees people individually or as a couple for a wide range of issues. As both an ordained minister and a licensed therapist, David’s goal is to guide people toward wholeness in mind, body, spirit, and relationships. His specialties include relationship therapy (for an individual or a couple) and recovery from grief or trauma using specialized forms of therapy such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), if requested. In addition to his clinical work, he provides administrative leadership as the executive director of The Summit Counseling Center. David also provides clinical supervision for therapists seeking licensure as either an LPC or LMFT and supervises pastoral counselors.

Jason serves as a counselor to help men, women, couples, families, and teens find hope, healing, and growth. Jason helps his clients navigate grief and loss, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship needs. He is trained in Dialectic-Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Gottman Couples Therapy.

Bailey’s therapy style is relaxed and collaborative, with a high value placed on humor and hope. She is primarily informed by person-centered theory, which emphasizes authenticity and empathy as essential parts of the therapeutic relationship. She works with clients to identify their goals, strengths, and values and uses these to help guide the therapeutic process. Bailey utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in an integrative approach, depending on the needs and personality of the client. She enjoys working with adolescents ages 12–18, adults, and older adults. Bailey earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from The College of William & Mary. She earned a bachelor’s degree, with a major in psychology and a minor in religious studies, at the University of Richmond. She completed her clinical internship at an adolescent residential treatment facility in Newport News, Virginia, where she provided individual and group therapy for adolescents ages 12–18. Prior to joining the Summit team, Bailey worked in an intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization program, where she provided individual, family, and group therapy for adolescents struggling with mood and anxiety disorders. She also has experience working in an outpatient substance use facility, an inpatient hospital setting, and an outpatient mental health practice. In her free time, Bailey enjoys going out for Mexican food, doing puzzles with her husband, and starting her next book club read. She also loves serving in kids’ ministry at her church.

Kathy believes people are unique, complex, and deeply impacted by their early relationships and experiences. Therefore, she desires to connect and journey with people as they pursue healing and wholeness in their lives through processing their past and coming to understand how it shows up in the present.   Kathy works from a strong attachment mindset and views the world through a trauma-informed lens. She primarily utilizes relational psychodynamic and attachment theories. Kathy has experience working with individuals across the lifespan, specializing in trauma, relationships, and self-esteem. To honor the uniqueness of each client, Kathy often employs other theories to meet specific needs. She is EMDR certified and utilizes aspects of polyvagal theory, ACT, and CBT.  In her spare time, Kathy enjoys spending time with her husband of 20 years and their four children at the beach or watching one of their children's sporting events.

As a licensed therapist, Chelsey obtained her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. Throughout her years in private practice, she has had the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele on a variety of issues, including anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, trauma, mental health, and chronic health concerns. Specifically, Chelsey has worked extensively with teens and adults experiencing eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-harm. Chelsey also has worked extensively with individuals experiencing life and career transitions. Her passion for the therapeutic process, extensive training, and experience have prepared her to work with clients with a wide range of needs. Chelsey also works with couples where one or both partners have experienced a drug or alcohol addiction or dependence. Chelsey works to increase transparency and restore safety in the relationship. Additionally, she is a Gottman level 1 and level 2 trained therapist.   Chelsey uses an integrative approach in therapy; she primarily practices from an attachment theoretical perspective and draws from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy in order to help facilitate change.  In her free time, Chelsey enjoys traveling, spending time on the beach, and enjoying the outdoors with her family. Specializations: Addictions: Substance Abuse or Dependence Anxiety: Experiences with Bullying, Self-Esteem, Self-harm, Trauma, Obsessions and Compulsions, Social and Behavioral Problems, and Identity Concerns. Stress Management: Boundaries, Peer Conflict, Family of origin issues, Career and life transitions, coping skills, Anxiety and Fears, Entitlement, and Emotional Disturbances. Health Concerns: Disabilities, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Grief and Loss. Individuals: Self Esteem, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Codependence, Faith and Spirituality Issues

Karen desires to create a safe, compassionate environment where clients can explore difficulties knowing they will be cared for and heard. She considers it an honor to walk alongside individuals and couples to help them navigate life's challenges and restore a sense of hope. With specialized training in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and sex therapy, her passion is to help clients work through anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy, sexual concerns, and sexual traumas. Karen is PREPARE/ENRICH certified and enjoys working with couples considering marriage. Karen is a licensed associate professional counselor (LAPC), a licensed associate marriage and family therapist (LAMFT), and an associate member of the American Board of Christian Sex Therapists. Her undergraduate degree is from Wheaton College, and her master’s degree in marriage and family therapy with a certificate in Christian sex counseling is from Richmont Graduate University. Karen works under the direction and supervision of Linda Merrion and Vickie George.

Do you often find yourself questioning your worth or feeling like you're not enough? Are you struggling with comparison and want to finally feel comfortable in your own skin? Maybe you're wanting to heal your relationship with food and accept your body. I've been there, and you don't have to continue feeling this way. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of The Grove Counseling & Consulting, my specialty is helping teen girls and women in the areas of anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, and eating disorders. I am certain that you can be equipped with the tools you need to meet your goals, learn to be kinder to yourself, build confidence, and begin to thrive in this season of your life.  It is a great passion of mine to provide a safe, genuine, and welcoming space for my clients. I will meet you exactly where you are, so that you can grow and heal in the way that makes the most sense for you. I believe that you are the expert on yourself, so we will collaborate to determine which approaches and techniques are best for your needs. My style is warm and caring, and my goal is for you to feel free to be yourself in therapy- maybe even laugh along the way! You deserve to feel calm, empowered, and in control of your life. I'm so glad you're here. If you are ready to start feeling better and take your power back, send me a message. It would be an honor to partner with you on your journey!

Kellie considers it an honor to walk with her clients through the difficulties they face. In her work with adults, couples, and families, she strives to provide a warm, safe, non-judgmental environment for her clients as they move toward healing and wholeness. Her practice focuses on relationship issues, sexual dysfunctions, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family of origin issues, and life transitions. She specializes in Christian sex therapy and enjoys working with individuals and couples to enhance healthy sexuality and diminish relational distress. Kellie’s specialization focuses on topics including low sexual desire, painful sex, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, sexual trauma and abuse, and sex after childbirth and menopause. She has completed Level 2 training in Gottman method couples therapy and can provide couples/marital assessments based on the research and work of Dr. John Gottman. Kellie also enjoys working with engaged couples and is a certified PREPARE/ENRICH counselor.

Regardless of what's happening in your life, you deserve to feel understood, supported, and equipped. Maybe you've noticed you're anxious more than you're not, or you just don't enjoy life the way you used to. Maybe you've been through something awful or are grieving the loss of someone you love. I can help. I love working with people from all stages of life, including, teens, young adults, and couples. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I would love to help you navigate life's challenges and pursue growth and wellness.

A native of Atlanta, Rebecca has been counseling for more than 10 years. She has a wide range of experience that led her to counseling, including serving in a college ministry, studying overseas, working in human resources, and helping with leadership development. She believes it is a privilege to be a part of someone’s journey toward healing. “You will be secure because there is hope,”(Job 11:18) has been a significant verse in her life and healing. As a therapist, Rebecca has a heart to help people regain that sense of hope. She wants to walk alongside her clients to provide support and encouragement as they explore more about God, themselves, others, and the world so they are able to thrive.  Rebecca has a specialization and experience working with many clients with all levels of trauma. She believes that all kinds of trauma deserve recognition and healing… from “little” to “big.” A strong believer that relationships and connection, both past and present, have a huge impact on our lives, Rebecca strives to build a strong therapeutic relationship with each client in order to partner with them. This partnership will enable an individual to feel secure enough to be able to explore different aspects and issues in their lives.