Dr. Barber is the Founder and Fellowship Director at Ever Forward Counseling. With years of experience in clinical mental health, she brings compassion, scholarship, and a Christ-centered approach to therapy. Ever Forward’s fellowship model is designed to cultivate exceptional clinical care through a structured, post-graduate training experience. Fellows are licensed professionals who undergo

There was a time in my life when I thought everything was gone. But the Lord reached out to me and nurtured me. I feel with this experience I can offer the same to you. You will find through the word of God you can find peace, hope and inner healing. Life is worthwhile knowing Him. Let’s walk this together!! I subtly use Pastoral Counseling and Life Coaching to reach the

“Even in life’s darkest moments, there is hope—and healing.” Are you carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or life transitions and wondering how to move forward? I’m here to help you turn those struggles into stepping stones toward growth and purpose. I work with minority men, faith-based communities, and individuals navigating major life changes—helping them break free fro

As a certified life coach, my mission is to help you break free from the mundane, unlock your heart, and discover your life’s purpose so that you can show up more intentionally in life. I strive to create a comfortable atmosphere where sharing is easy and you leave each session feeling deeply seen, heard, empowered and challenged. I truly believe life is a process, and I’m pa

Sharri has a master’s degree in clinical psychology with a graduate certificate in addiction studies. Her undergrad work included majors in psychology and family & child development, with a minor in sociology/criminology. She worked as an Orthopaedic Clinic Specialist and served as Assistant to the Chief of Orthopaedics at a large hospital system while developing a therapy practice at New

I cannot remember a time in my life where God was not my primary motivator.  I was blessed with parents who shared their love and faith throughout my life.  As a young girl, I knew that I wanted to share God with others through my actions.  I was baptized in a small church when i was 10 years old and then again as an outward commitment to devote my adult life to God as well.  I have spent m

For over 17 years, it’s been a privilege for me to be a therapist. My passion is helping clients heal from different types of stressors, relational issues, and traumas (PTSD, complex-developmental, generational, attachment, religious, etc). These issues often lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, impulsive/addictive behaviors, eating disorders, and personality disorders – all which I hav

My Personal Testimony and How Faith Shapes My Counseling Approach Greetings, I am Dr. Lakesha Dean, and it is by the grace and mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that I stand as a vessel to serve others in the ministry of Christian counseling. My personal testimony is deeply rooted in God’s redemptive power. I was not born perfect or without trials; rather, like many, I wa

Krysta has been a therapist since 2012 and is a South Dakota Board Approved Counseling supervisor, Member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, and Certified Christian Addiction Coach. She brings a depth of clinical and spiritual knowledge to each session. Krysta approaches sessions with warmth and enthusiasm as she shows clients how God designed the brain to heal. She is trained

As a therapist, my faith is not just something I believe—it’s the foundation of how I serve. My personal journey toward becoming a therapist began in seasons of both struggle and surrender. Through my own experiences of healing and transformation, I felt a deep call to walk alongside others, offering the same compassion and hope I received. I’ve seen firsthand how God’s grace mee