Our Personnel

Cindy, LPC, CST

Francis Shaeffer coined the term, "glorious ruin," when describing mankind after sin entered the world. We bear the mark of our Creator, but it is inextricably marred by the effects of sin.

I attended Covenant Seminary as a young woman and it left indelible marks on my life. I learned how the Scriptures teach us how the Cross is relevant to people in the midst of pain, trauma, and brokenness. After practicing for 2 years in St. Louis, MO, I relocated to Alabama where I transitioned to private practice. Most recently I have obtained board certification in Christian Sex Therapy through the Institute for Sexual Wholeness.

My experience and training enables me to center in on the core of my clients' struggles without overlooking their pace. What this means for you is that I am fully focused on who you are first. My approach treats the heart, soul, and mind, while communicating deep honor and respect to my clients. It is rooted in Scripture and informed by research. I want to help you find the sources of your problems and learn new ways to live in the freedom that Christ promises us. I believe that there is tremendous strength when a person is able to tell their story in a way that is dignified and honorable, and I am committed to guiding people toward this goal and helping them find the freedoms that follow.

Please contact me by email at, Cindy@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

Sam, LMFT

Hey! My name is Sam and I am an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist with HPC. I graduated from Harding University in 2016 with a Bachelor's in Bible & Family Ministry and in 2018 with my Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy. I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Marriage & Family Therapy with Amridge University where I teach as well.

I have extensive experience working with children and families from my time working in a daycare setting, in children's ministry, and most recently as a children's therapist for a sexual assault, human trafficking, and domestic violence agency. I enjoy coming alongside families and individuals as they seek personal growth.

I enjoy personal activities such as deer hunting, fishing, reading Tolkien, and lounging at home with my cat. If you feel like I would be a good fit to work with, please schedule with me online!

Please contact me by email at, Sam@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

Emelie, LMFT

Emelie is a compassionate and empathetic Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, dedicated to providing exceptional care to clients ranging from children to adults. She is leading our DBT groups and has been practicing DBT for over 7 years, has completed DBT training and is certified in DBT PE.  With a multi-theory framework that addresses the unique needs of each individual, Emelie strives to empower her clients to achieve personal growth and emotional well-being. Currently licensed in Alabama, Texas, and Oregon, she is also in training to become an AAMFT Supervisor, further enhancing her expertise in the field.

Emelie holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Syracuse University, an institution accredited by the COAMFTE. In addition to her master's degree, she has completed a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Addiction Studies, further solidifying her commitment to specialized care in the realm of mental health and addiction.

Emelie's background also includes significant experience in substance abuse treatment, having worked as a Substance Abuse Coordinator at Awakening Recovery, where she pioneered a medication-assisted treatment program for opioid addiction. In addition, she has extensive experience working within various community clinics, providing individual and family therapy while collaborating with outside agencies to ensure comprehensive care.

Please contact me by email at, Emelie@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

JoJo, Intern

Hi, I am JoJo, a Clinical Mental Health and Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling intern working under Alicia Owens, LMFT. I enjoy working with families, couples, and individuals from diverse cultures and helping relationships thrive. I am also a Registered Behavioral Technician with experience working with individuals with autism and other learning disabilities. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Alabama A&M University with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies.

In my free time, I enjoy swimming, planting, and traveling. I look forward to helping you reach your goals and enjoy a better quality of life.

Please contact me by email at, Jojo@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

Brad, Pastoral and Grief Counseling

Hi, my name is Brad and I am a pastoral counselor at HPC. I am a seminary-trained minister who has spent his full-time career in chaplaincy (19 years). I hold a Master of Divinity Degree from Covenant Theological Seminary (2005) and am ordained in the PCA as a teaching elder. I am board certified (BCC) with the Association of Certified Christian Chaplains (ACCC) and I am certified in thanatology: death, dying, and grief.

I can lead you through your struggles in a way that is consistent with your biblical Christian faith without being pushy, judgmental, or proselytizing.

As a minister, I can lead you through your goals in a manner consistent with Scripture. As a chaplain, I am trained to work with individuals of all faiths (and none). We will follow your goals for the counseling relationship. My areas of expertise are struggles relating to relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, end-of-life, grief, and spirituality. In my free time, my wife Cindy and I hike and download life. I am always open for a visit with anyone owning a golden retriever as they are one of God's greatest blessings!

Please contact me by email at, Brad@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

Alicia, LMFT

Hail-fellow-well met! I'm Alicia, your go-to licensed marriage and family therapist in Alabama and Virginia — and yes, that means I’m an expert at handling complex relationships, whether it’s navigating the emotional ups and downs of a marriage or finding common ground on where to order takeout. As an AAMFT-approved supervisor, I also mentor the next generation of therapists who are just as eager to help you work through life's sticky situations.

I specialize in helping you and your relationships thrive, from pre-marital to marriage tune-ups. I’m also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy — a fancy way of saying I can help your brain let go of trauma, whether it's from the serious stuff like PTSD and depression or from your high school talent show performance that still keeps you up at night.

If you're ready to invest in yourself and your relationships (or if you're just curious if therapy is as interesting as it sounds), shoot me an email at Alicia@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com. You can even schedule online — because nothing should stand between you and a healthier life.

Looking forward to helping you get your life together, one session at a time!

Please contact me by email at, Alicia@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

Amy, Billing

Hi, my name is Amy and I’m a licensed professional counselor and billing consultant. I graduated from Jacksonville State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology followed by a Master’s Degree in Community/Agency Counseling from Auburn University. I have 20 years of counseling experience working with children, teens and women. While taking a hiatus from counseling I began doing billing and insurance for my colleagues and discovered a new career path I had not considered before. I enjoy “cleaning up” claims by hunting down what went wrong and fixing it. I’m happy to take the burden of billing and insurance off the therapists' to do list so she or he can focus on helping others.

Please contact me by email at, Amy@huntsvilleprofessionalcounseling.com

Michael

Hi my name is Michael and I am the owner of HPC. I graduated from Liberty University with a Master's in Business Administration. I am a military veteran with a combined nine years with the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force as both enlisted and officer with three special operation deployments with the 75th Ranger Regiment. I have my Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III certification in contracts, and supported government agencies with strategic interest as a civil servant. I am a trained business development analyst, and can quantify and qualify data for the purpose of creating actionable intelligence. If you have any questions or concerns about our staff please let me know.