Meet our Staff

 Throughout my clinical experience, I have worked with all ages in a variety of settings. I have discovered that I am passionate about creating an open and warm environment for people to safely explore themselves, their goals, and their challenges. I have worked primarily with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and general life stress. I also have a passion for working with individuals who are part of the LGBTQ+ community.  Learn more, and schedule with Michael  here!

 I have always had a passion to help others both personally and professionally. I have spent the majority of my adult life in service to individuals and families. I have worked with individuals of all ages and I am passionate about fostering an environment for people to feel comfortable and trusting to share work on themselves, families, goals, and struggles. I enjoy working with individuals from LGBTQ+ community and all walks of life. Learn more, and schedule with Brook here!

 It is my belief that success and life satisfaction not only varies from person to person, but it is also very fluid - changing with each of us individually across our lifespan. I practice with the belief to continuously meet each client in their “here and now." I believe that all people are capable of creating positive change within their lives if they are ready to do so. I have a special passion for empowering clients to advocate for themselves and their children medically and academically.  Learn more, and schedule with Cindy here!

 I have always had a passion to help others succeed and have spent much of my adult life in service to individuals and families. My personal experience can be traced back into childhood when I experienced my first rudimentary social work intervention. I truly believe this work is my life calling, not simply a calculated choice.  Perhaps more importantly, I am a person who knows what it is like to experience suffering, loss and the unanticipated consequences of complicated grief. My mantra is “as long as there is breath, there is hope”. Learn more and schedule with Tiki here!

 I am the owner of Grand Oaks Counseling and a practicing therapist licensed for the State of Alabama. I hold a BS in Psychology from Athens State University, a MA in Clinical Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and a Post-Master's certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University. In addition to my formal education, I am also trained in EMDR therapy for trauma and have a certification in religious trauma.  I consider mental health and wholeness inseparable and believe the best therapy takes into account all parts of a person, and their environment, and teaches clients to do the same.  Learn more here!

I am the front desk receptionist at Grand Oaks Counseling and the first person you'll come in contact with when you reach out! I am currently enrolled at ASU pursuing a BS in Psychology and plan to be a licensed counselor one day! I enjoy this field and learning as much as possible within it. I have a passion for people and their hearts, so being the first person someone sees when they come in and being the last person they see when they leave is a joy to me. When I'm not having a good time at work, you might find me having a good time in the church house, thrifting, or just hanging out with friends. Can't wait to meet you!"  Learn more here!