Chrissy has been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 30 years working in other professional counseling centers and in church settings. She has served in various ministries, including being a part of leadership on a large church staff for 21 years.

Chrissy is delighted to be a part of Nikaō Counseling Center and desires to offer a safe space for those who are seeking growth, guidance, and healing. She believes we are all on a journey and have opportunities to become more of who we are created to be when we have others walking alongside us through our trials and triumphs. Chrissy trusts in the privilege of an open and honest counseling relationship, offering encouragement and acceptance to help equip clients with skills and tools needed to help them reach their goals.

Chrissy specializes in:

• Ministry Burnout
• Spiritual Growth
• Trauma
• Grief and Loss
• Parenting, particularly for those who have special needs children of all ages
• Life Transitions (adulthood, marriage, midlife and aging)
• Anxiety and Depression

Chrissy applies an integrative approach to counseling paying attention the mind, body, soul, and spirit. She believes we all can find hope in being made in the image of God as He invites us to better know our identity and value.

Chrissy and her husband, Scott, have been married since 1992 and have two adult children, Chandler Grace and Brock. She has served in her local church and loves spending time with family and friends, exploring new places, and offering hospitality to others.