Brad Peterson
LPC, LMHC
Brad began his professional counseling career in 2002, while completing his Master of Arts in Family Ministry from Multnomah Biblical Seminary, and prior to completing his Master of Arts in Counseling from Western Seminary in Portland, OR in 2005. He began his church ministry experience in 1991, after his first year at Multnomah University (then Multnomah School of the Bible), and has been pastoring or serving regularly in church ministry the past 30+ years. His unique approach provides clients with a powerful blend of both pastoral care & clinical excellence.
In 2023, he began my 21st year of professional counseling experience, beginning with Domestic Violence Perpetrator Group Treatment Facilitation in 2002. He developed his own, faith-based curriculum and program as a WA State Certified Domestic Violence Perpetrator Treatment Provider and Supervisor that operated from 2006 to 2014, while continuing to further his professional education & training in other areas.
Carol Peterson
Certified Pastoral Counselor
Carol earned her Bachelor of Arts in Religious Education from Prairie Bible College in 1997 and her Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (with an emphasis in Women's Ministry) from Multnomah Biblical Seminary in 2001. She is also a certified Pastoral Counselor with the Board of Christian and Pastoral Counselors through the American Association of Christian Counselors. With over 30 years of personal and professional ministry experience, Carol brings a heart of compassion for the hurting, as well as a deep desire for them to experience the healing touch of the Father's love.
I will take my client through lies they believe about themselves and replace it with the truth in how God sees them. I will help them discover the root from which their symptoms (i.e. anger, depression, anxiety, etc.) originate, and allow Jesus to speak His truth and healing into those areas.
Austin Radford
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Austin has five years of clinical experience working with adults, children, and families in community mental health, residential care, and within student ministries at his church. He earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Biblical Theology from Multnomah University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Western Seminary.
Change is hard, especially when trying to do it alone. Austin’s will walk with you through any transition, self-improvement, or lasting change that you want to make in your life. To reach this positive improvement, Austin walks people through Evidence-Based practices and techniques that are Client-Centered, Strength Focused, and Relational in nature. These approaches can help those struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, transitions, men’s issues, spiritual problems and much more. Austin is also Gottman trained and specializes in Couples, Pre-Marital, or Marriage counseling.
Carmen Ryan
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Carmen earned her Bachelor of Science in International Management and Marketing at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, then earned her Master of Business Administration at Santa Clara University. She went on to earn a Master of Science in Education School Counseling at Portland State University and completed a Principle License Program at Lewis and Clark College.
I strive to meet every client where they're at socially and emotionally. I seek to create a safe, non-judgmental space for each client through careful listening and observation, and by forming an authentic, trusting, and compassionate relationship where understanding and healing can begin. In processing difficult experiences, thoughts, and behaviors I take a whole-brain, whole-body approach and customize a treatment plan for each client. We also build upon their strengths and unique gifts, and utilize play, art, nature, and book therapy, as well as YogaCalm and Collaborative Problem Solving.
Catalina Agnew
Graduate Level Intern
I am currently the Master's program at George Fox University for a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have completed various hours in counseling peers and completing coursework on various subjects. My counseling approach comes from Strength Based theory and integrating a biblical approach in the process. I believe that by addressing one's strengths and weaknesses this can lead to overcoming challenges, as well as looking through a framework that examines the effect of emotions on a person psychologically. Additionally, I incorporate biblical truths and the effects on one's well being. My goal is to collaborate with each client to meet their personal needs and to provide mental health and spiritual support for long lasting positive change.
Autumn Irons
Graduate Level Intern
I have a B.A. in Psychology through George Fox University and am currently seeking to obtain my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Furthermore, my experience as a Third Culture Kid (TCK) has provided me with greater respect and compassion for those who may be conflicted regarding their identity, purpose, and sense of belonging within two or more cultures. While healing and growth is certainly a lifelong process, I hope we can begin this journey step by step together.
I have a heart for working with individuals who are bearing the weight of loneliness, shame, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, feeling disconnected from others and lacking a sense of belonging. I want to offer a safe environment for my clients to process as they see fit, their experiences with religious and spiritual conflicts, identity issues stemming from their cultural backgrounds, broken or failing communication patterns, family and relationship conflicts, illness and end of life processes, and
Ashley Goldstein
Graduate Level Intern
Professionally, I’ve served as a Mental Health Specialist in a child and adolescent psychiatric unit, supporting youth in crisis through trauma-informed care and suicide prevention strategies. I also worked as a Therapeutic Educational Assistant at a therapeutic school, using collaborative problem solving to help students develop coping skills, improve communication, and build trust.
Beyond clinical work, I served as a Resource Coordinator at Love in the Name of Christ, supporting families through crisis with presence and practical care. I’ve also co-taught Circle of Security parenting classes, helping caregivers strengthen attachment and foster emotionally secure relationships.
Across every role, my focus has remained the same: showing up with empathy, building trust, and helping others find hope and healing.
Jan Stevens
Doctoral Level Pastoral Counselor
As a pastor, I have over two decades of counseling experience to serve needs of children, individuals, couples and families, both within and outside the church. Some topics include marriage, adoption, divorce, child abuse, addictions and spiritual formation.
I currently serve at a local primary school as a paraeducator IIIA/with a focus on behavior.
Past experience attending nursing school and working in an emergency room have added valuable practical insight to dealing with people in crisis. As an adjunct faculty at George Fox University, I have had the opportunity to teach spiritual formation classes.
In addition to the excellent counseling education provided within my Master of Arts and Doctorate programs, I received the following training in Critical Incident Stress Management.
