Lindsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in women's issues with over a decade of therapy practice. Her areas of specialty include the treatment of eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, depression, relational concerns and life transitions. In addition to being a licensed therapist, she is also a Licensed Zumba Instructor and Certified Brain Health Coach through the AACC.

Lindsey studied both psychology and nutrition in her undergraduate programs at Missouri State University where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Evangel University. Lindsey completed CBT-E certification from the University of Oxford (UK, CREDO) in 2016. Before branching into private practice, she worked for Ozarks Technical Community College as an academic advisor, curriculum developer, counselor and adjunct psychology instructor for seven years.

Lindsey, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

My husband and I have 4 kids. I love all things music and dancing. Most importantly, I became a Christ follower at age 16 and haven’t been the same since. He is my all!

Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. With seven years of counseling experience, she provides an environment of genuineness and empathy. Karen works with all ages of adult women and has expertise in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and challenging life transitions. Karen’s greatest hope is that her clients will know and experience the love and grace of God.

Karen received her Master's degree in School Counseling from Evangel University and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a counseling minor from Southwest Baptist University. She is currently a member-premier in good standing with the American Association of Christian Counselors. In the past, Karen worked as a school counselor and academic advisor. She also spent several years as an adjunct psychology instructor for Ozarks Technical Community College.

Karen, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

My husband and I have three kids and love the outdoors! We enjoy all kinds of nature activities, cycling, and making homemade pizza together.

Stephanie is a professional life coach specializing in women's issues, premarital and marriage coaching, and transitional stress with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Her special areas of interest include managing anxiety, stress, life transitions, identity, and creating and managing healthy relationships. She desires to create a welcoming and safe environment for each person who steps into the room. Stephanie views coaching as encouraging, hope-filled, and action-driven. She will walk alongside you to discover your uniqueness, personal strengths, goals, and help you be intentional about growing. She is passionate about her clients experiencing God's grace and finding hope in Him.

Stephanie holds a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. She also studied religion in her undergraduate program at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. Stephanie has worked as a therapist in a variety of different settings including private practice, telehealth, church counseling centers, and as a consultant helping churches identify and support members with mental health needs. She loves empowering couples and families with God's Word.

Stephanie, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

My husband and I have 2 sons (and a black lab who is definitely part of the family). I love to be outdoors, meet new people, and try new things. I desire for my life to glorify God, and for my identity to be grounded in Him.

Angela is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of counseling experience. Angela brings genuine kindness and empathy to relationships with her clients. She is passionate about helping people heal from all levels of trauma, as well as “setting the captives free” from strongholds and unhealthy thought patterns. Additionally, Angela loves to facilitate connection within families as she partners with parents to meet the unique needs of their children.

Her modes of therapy are EMDR in conjunction with Scripture; play therapy; and cognitive therapy, whereby we can be transformed by the renewing of our mind (Romans 12:2). Angela received her Masters in Guidance and Counseling from Missouri State University, and is a lifelong learner.

Angela, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

My 3 greatest loves are The Lord, my beautifully imperfect family of 5, and hiking in Colorado. I love all things outdoors, including, camping, hiking, and canoeing. I have experienced profound healing through my relationship with God and the beauty He has created.

Sunshine is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. Sunshine has six years of experience as a secondary counselor; she specializes in working with teenage girls and women in private practice.

Sunshine utilizes Christ centered counseling and helps move clients from a place of distress to peace, hope and freedom. She values genuine connection and believes that growth is possible when individuals are willing to lean into the hard parts of life. She is passionate about walking alongside clients as they learn to turn their ashes into beauty, sorrow into joy, and captivity into freedom (Isaiah 61:1-4). She believes healing happens in three ways: first through the process of renewing one’s mind by the Truth of scripture, second as individuals learn to live out their identity in Christ, and last, by walking in the freedom Christ promises.

Sunshine received her Master's degree in School Counseling from Evangel University and her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a counseling minor from Southwest Baptist University. She is currently a member- premier in good standing with the American Association of Christian Counselors. She has over 20 years of experience in working with teenagers and adults in a variety of capacities including mental health care, foster care, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, high school counseling, mentoring and discipleship.

Sunshine, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

I love to travel and see the world, especially via my hiking boots. My favorite vacations include tent camping and hiking beautiful mountains and national parks. I enjoy a good adrenal rush such as skydiving and paragliding off the French Alps. I love cats and have two very spoiled rescue fur babies. I also enjoy games with friends, reading books, and knitting.

Nikki is a Licensed Professional Counselor who loves to come alongside women struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth or a history of trauma. She strives to work alongside the Spirit of God to help women step from brokenness and exhaustion into meaningful lives.

Nikki uses EMDR, a modality which facilitates an individual’s ability to heal from emotional trauma. Nikki also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, often coupled with body calming skills, to assist women in managing depression and anxiety from a holistic framework. She is skilled at helping women identify core beliefs that maintain current patterns in life and then helping them step into new beliefs that are more in line with God’s truth.

Prior to becoming a licensed therapist, Nikki worked in college ministry for 23 years, both in the Midwest and in international settings. She has extensive experience with college and young adult ages, but has worked with women of all ages. While working with various ministry teams and discipling college women and staff, she became interested in helping women go deeper into their healing process and see themselves as God sees them. Upon completing her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Evangel University in 2020, Nikki began working in an outpatient setting primarily with individuals who have endured physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside women as they discover healing and growth. Nikki is also a member-premier in good standing of the American Association of Christian Counselors.

Nikki, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

I thrive on being outdoors with my family and dog, especially running, hiking and floating a variety of Ozark streams. My husband and I have 3 kids, one still at home, and adoption is a part of our family’s story. I also enjoy domestic and international travel, whether for mission trips or fun.

Stacy serves as Truth & Counsel’s Office Manager. She greets clients with warmth and professionalism anytime they contact the office with questions or wish to begin their counseling journey.

Along with 25 years of experience in school counseling, Stacy has served as a Certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor. As a member-premier in good standing with the American Association of Christian Counselors, Stacy is a Board Certified Christian Counselor and Board Certified Trauma Informed Coach through Light University. She graduated from Missouri State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (1994) and Master’s Degree in Counseling (2000). She offers wisdom, experience, empathy and kindness to our clients.

Stacy counsels pre-teens to adult women as they grow through life issues such as: anxiety, addiction, depression, foster care/adoption, grief, life transitions, relational issues and managing stress.

Stacy, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

Table Rock Lake is my happy place. My husband of thirty one years and I are blessed with a daughter and son both married and two foster grandbabies. I enjoy biking, hiking and all things outdoors.

Hayley Duneman is counselor in training under the supervision of Amanda Martin, MS, LPC.

Since 2021, Hayley has worked as a secondary school counselor. She is passionate about working with teenagers and college-aged women. Hayley values providing a welcoming space where clients feel heard and cared for. Hayley believes in the connection of the mind and body. She recognizes the importance of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual connection in a person and believes in addressing the person as a whole.

Hayley attended Missouri State University for both her undergraduate and graduate programs. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and immediately following, began and completed a Masters Degree in School Counseling.

Hayley, tell us 3 fun facts about you!

I have wanted to be a counselor since high school. I was not sure what that exactly meant, but God continued to open and close doors for me leading to where I am today. I became a Christ follower when I was a sophomore in college and my life has never looked the same. I love spending time in The Word and feeling fueled up by listening to worship music. I spend lots of my time with my husband and my dog, Rue. I love getting coffee with friends, going on walks outside and reading.