Clinical Director, Therapist

*Ally is not taking new clients and will be on maternity leave from November 26, 2024 - February 2025*

As a native to the Shenandoah Valley and an official “townie,” I cannot imagine a world without college students. College is such a unique and often overwhelming time for students, they are faced with so many questions like: Who am I? What do I want to do? And where do I belong?

Therapist, Resident in Counseling

Even though I have spent my entire life within the church and majority of my adult life in ministry, I felt like there was more that I could do to help the people around me. I have always been drawn to people who were hurting and desired to walk with them on their healing journeys. While working in the medical field and ministry, it became evident that people needed an outlet to share their feelings and work through their pain. 

Therapist, Resident in Counseling

I see counseling as an opportunity to come alongside clients to help them through whatever they may be going through with the help and direction of the Lord. God has the answers, and the more we seek him and lay down our own understanding the more we find hope in knowing that we do not have to have all of the answers. It is a joy and a blessing that I get to do this work each and every day and I am honored to have the opportunity to be a part of your journey.

Therapist, English and Español

English: I am a compassionate and dedicated bilingual mental health therapist with over 12 years of experience in social work and counseling. Whether you’re dealing with a crisis, navigating health issues, or seeking healing from past pain, I am here to provide a supportive space grounded in faith. Español: Soy una terapeuta bilingüe compasiva y dedicada, con más de 12 años de experiencia en trabajo social y consejería. Ya sea que esté enfrentando una crisis, navegando problemas de salud, o buscando sanar del dolor del pasado, estoy aquí para ofrecerle un espacio de apoyo, basado en la fe.

Supervisee in Social Work, Therapist

*Cara is currently on medical leave*

I understand the importance of having a voice and the need to have a compassionate guide to help you navigate through the many changes and confusions of both growing up and reconciling with your past. My hope is that I can be the therapist I needed then to those who need it now. I want to provide a safe space for your voice, or the voice of your child, to be heard.

Outreach Coordinator

Kristin has a bachelor’s degree in Communications from Liberty University as well as a masters degree in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty.  She has been married to Michael for 12 years and they have 4 children.  She is a member at Crosslink Community Church and a leader in local homeschool groups.  Kristin is excited to join Journey as the new Outreach Coordinator, and help connect more churches, organizations, and individuals to this important ministry in our community.

Business Administrator

Marie Bradley is our new Business Administrator and has over 25 years in office management and accounting, as well as 13 years in the mental health field.  Although she deals with the business aspects of the agency, she is passionate about supporting our community’s mental health. Marie has been married to her husband, Tee for 15 years and they have three grown sons. Marie and Tee have two dogs of their own and love their grandpups.

Chair

As an ordained minister, Michael serves as Executive Pastor at Crosslink Community Church where God directed he and his family to in 2012. Michael was previously a Campus Pastor at Liberty University, working with the on-campus student leadership. Michael and his wife Kristin have been married for 13 years and have 4 children. Michael’s calling is to “Strategically Serve Jesus” in every opportunity God brings, providing administrative and organizational leadership through the lens of ministry. Michael is also involved with Ava Care of Harrisonburg where he volunteers as a Male Client Advocate. Michael became a board member in 2020.

Vice Chair

Sarah has been a part of the counseling team since Journey’s inception in 2008, and served as the Clinical Director of Journey from 2019-2022.  Sarah received her undergraduate degree at James Madison University and earned her masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi.  Sarah also serves as the Associate Director of Women’s Ministry at Covenant Presbyterian Church, where she has been a member since 1999.  Sarah and her husband, James, have 11 yr old boy/girl twins, a 3 yr old daughter.   She enjoys being outside, organizing, spending time with friends, and playing board/card games.  Sarah joined the board as a member in 2019 and became the Vice Chair in 2023.

Secretary

Becky is grateful to serve and support the vital mission of Journey Counseling and is thankful for the numerous ways our community is consistently and compassionately served by the staff.  She and her husband, Nathan, have 7 children and are members of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.  She practiced as a RN in both Pennsylvania and Virginia for many years.  She has a heart for young families; particularly those that face numerous  adversities associated with medical challenges.  Becky joined the board in 2022 and stepped into the secretary role in 2023.

Member

Ally has been serving as a part of Journey’s clinical staff since August 2019, and became the Clinical Director in 2023. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Graduate Studies Certificate in Trauma Counseling from Regent University. Ally and her husband, Daniel, have one daughter, Carly. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, baking, exercising, and watching British mystery shows. Ally and her family are members of Covenant Presbyterian Church. Ally also serves as a board member for AVA Care. Ally joined the board as a member in 2022.

Member

Tom is an entrepreneur at heart, but no longer fills his day with preparing business proposals and reviewing profit and loss statements. Retired from his day-to-day business responsibilities, Tom enjoys spending his time utilizing his life-experiences to encourage and speak into the lives of others. He finds it rewarding to help them find JOY in starting and growing Christ-centered businesses.Tom and his wife Erin (the love of his life) live in Penn Laird and have 5 children. They are active members of Crosslink Community Church and enjoying serving the Lord in different capacities. Both Tom and Erin are work-out enthusiasts. As a previous Journey client, Tom understands the benefits of sound Christian counseling and is thankful to be on Journey’s Board of Directors. His favorite Bible verses are Philippians 4:13 and 1 Corinthians 1:27-29.

Member

Heather currently works as a Community Health Worker connecting individuals in the surrounding community to vital resources and services. Journey Counseling has a vital mission to bring healing to individuals and Heather is honored to be a part of an organization that is impacting the community. Heather holds fast to the words in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 that we should provide comfort to others as God has given us comfort. Heather enjoys finding ways to impact the community around her through volunteer opportunities and her professional career. Heather, her husband Aaron, and 3 children live in Broadway and are active members of Crosslink Community Church. Heather joined the board at the end of the year in 2023.