Welcome to Lighthouse Counseling. Therapy is based upon boundaries and trust. Please carefully review the following information since it is the foundation on which the counseling relationship is built.

Counselor Qualifications and Areas of Practice: I practice as a Licensed Resident in Counseling (LRIC) in the state of Virginia, under the supervision of Meichell Worthing, LPC, providing individual counseling. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Regent University and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University. My clinical experience includes trauma, PTSD, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, stress management, adjustment disorders, and other mental health disorders and issues as described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5th Edition of the American Psychiatric Association. I will make appropriate referrals should we find that my clinical experience will not effectively meet your clinical needs. I work with adults, adolescents, and children aged 5 and above. As a resident in counseling, I am under the supervision of Meichell Worthing MA, LPC. If you have any questions or concerns throughout our time together, I encourage you to first reach out to me and see if we can come to a resolution. If you are dissatisfied by the way I handle something, my supervisor can be contacted at meichell@lighthouse-counselingllc.com.

Theoretical Orientation: I combine a Person-Centered approach with elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for a holistic journey toward healing. I often draw from other therapeutic techniques as necessary. I am also certified in Eye Movement Integration (EMI) as a treatment for trauma and other stressors/triggers. I am passionate about joining clients in the process of growth toward self-esteem, healing, wholeness, and restoration. I do provide spiritual interventions where requested by the client, such as inner healing prayer and faith-based discussions where they apply to the client’s needs and when requested by the client. Clients are never required to participate in any modality, either clinical or spiritual, at any time.

Code of Ethics: As a Licensed Resident in Counseling in the state of Virginia, I am required to follow the ethical and professional standards of the Virginia Board of Counseling which can be found at: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Counseling/PractitionerResources/LawsRegulations/

I also follow the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) Code of Ethics which can be found at: https://www.aacc.net/code-of-ethics-2/

These codes of ethics outline my responsibilities to uphold a professional and appropriate relationship with clients. Outlined in this code are the values of the counseling profession and the purpose of the therapeutic relationship between counselors and clients. Following these allow me to function at my highest potential and to do what is in your best interest as my client.

The direction given in my therapy sessions is clearly influenced by both my Christian faith and counseling theory. If your core beliefs differ from mine, please discuss this with me. Please feel free to share any concerns and ask questions about any aspect of the counseling process including treatment approach, progress, and the termination (the end) of the counseling process.