I'm a native of Springfield, MO, and I received my military commission from Missouri State University in 2010. Following graduation, I spent nearly 8 years on active duty in the US Army and deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan. It was during this time that I first encountered counseling, and it saved my marriage and changed my life. After leaving military service, I spent several years as a pr

My path into counseling has been shaped by a lifelong commitment to understanding people, supporting growth, and offering hope in challenging times. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Animal Science while studying at Abilene Christian University and Texas A&M University, where I developed a strong foundation in behavior, environment, and the many factors that influence well‑being. I later

RISE Care & Counseling Center is a ministry driven group practice with an internal support team based in Northern Jersey of Home Church and have been serving our community with our team since 1994. We firmly believe in the redemptive work of Christ and ground all our practice in the consistency and truth of Scripture. We prioritize walking alongside individuals and families with a b

Pastor Robbie is from Columbia, SC and moved to Northern Virginia with his wife, Irene, in 2004, to continue his calling to youth ministry. He and his family live in Ashburn Virginia, and most recently lived in Alexandria, Virginia, where Robbie was the Director of Youth Ministry and Pastoral Associate for four years. He and his family also lived in Port-au-Prince, Haiti for five years, where R

Practice Description: Independent, faith-based Christian counselor specializing in children, couples, and families. List of Issues Treated: Emotional: Anxiety, Fear, Depression, Anger. Relational: Partner, Family, Child. Situatioal: Health, Role or Age Changes. With 30 years of clinical experience.  Practice is based on scriptural teachings of our L

The oldest of four brothers, Bob is originally from Chicago, Illinois. During high school Bob excelled in sports and was offered a pole-vaulting scholarship to Illinois Southern University. But the Lord had a different direction. Upon graduation Bob selected Trinity International University (formerly Trinity College) in Deerfield, Illinois and majored in biblical studies. Using his talent he co

Psalm 119: 125 “I am your servant, give me your testimony so that I may have understanding”. I firmly believe that we all have a story. I also believe that we are to share our burdens and struggles with each other. That we are to pray for one another, just as Eric’s iron, so too does one believer sharpen another. I think the most important thing for someone to begin the