Therapists

Brent Johnston is a Metro Jackson native and Jackson Academy graduate who brings a rich blend of education, ministry, and life coaching experience to his work. He holds a B.A. in Telecommunications from the University of Alabama, an M.S. in Marital and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary, and an M.A. in Religious Education from Southwestern Theological Seminary, along with graduate coursework in psychology from Pepperdine University. A licensed minister and Certified Life Coach with the AACC, Brent spent a decade in ministry as a student pastor and Christian counselor, serving as a speaker, teacher, and camp leader. As a Life Coach, Brent takes a holistic approach to helping individuals and families grow in clarity, confidence, and purpose. He provides coaching in personal development, youth and parent relationships, leadership, spiritual growth, pre-marital preparation, and healthy communication—empowering clients to reach their full potential both personally and professionally.

Dr. Kristen Jones specializes in helping adults navigate anxiety, relational conflict, perfectionism, and identity transitions. With a calm and grounded presence, she works with individuals who often appear steady and successful on the outside but feel disconnected, restless, or weary within. Drawing from attachment theory, the Enneagram, and trauma-informed approaches, Dr. Jones helps clients slow down and make sense of their stories. Her work invites a deeper understanding of how early experiences shape present patterns, fostering a renewed sense of connection—to self, others, and purpose. Clients describe her style as warm, reflective, and insightful, creating a space where they can rediscover peace and belonging in the rhythm of their lives. Dr. Jones believes that healing begins with curiosity and self-compassion, guiding each person toward greater authenticity and wholeness.

Brooke offers specialized trauma-informed modalities (brain-spotting, experiential and somatic work) that target specific areas of the brain in order to support holistic and long-term healing from trauma. She also offers half-day (3-4 hour) and full day (5-6 hour) trauma intensives for clients seeking more intensive, trauma-focused work. All of her work is trauma-informed and client-centered.

Life offers ongoing opportunities for self-discovery and growth, often shaped by grief, trauma, or challenging circumstances. John views therapy as a collaborative process, walking alongside clients to foster self-awareness, new perspectives, and personal strength in pursuit of a more meaningful, abundant life. He provides a welcoming, shame-free space where clients can engage their full story and grow toward wholeness. In addition to talk therapy, John utilizes experiential modalities, including Brainspotting for trauma healing. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with a Master of Arts in Counseling from Midwestern Seminary. He is currently practicing at Compass Counseling in Flowood. In 2026, John was named as the top Therapist in Rankin County by Hometown Magazine.

Raymond is a Licensed Professional Counselor who transitioned into counseling after 25 years in corporate sales. Based in the Jackson area, he and his wife Gina have raised three daughters. Raymond is passionate about working with teenagers and men, helping them become the best version of themselves. He offers a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel seen and heard, exploring their past while learning to value their present and grow toward a better future. Outside of work, Raymond enjoys traveling with his family, hiking, mountain biking, playing guitar, and finds his faith in God to be his guiding purpose.

Laurel believes in meeting clients where they are and utilizing a systemic approach to gain understanding of their story. Her goals are to help clients of any race, religion, immigration status, ethnicity or sexual orientation feel safe, welcomed, and heard as they navigate the trials of life. She has truly seen the opportunities for growth and change and considers it a privilege to sit and share this season of life with her clients. She has over a decade of experience working with adolescents and their families through alcohol and drug issues, as well as the juvenile justice system. She continues to work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families through issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, family conflict, anger management, life transitions, and communication.

Courtney has over 20 years of experience helping individuals develop the capacity to navigate relationships effectively. Currently her primary clinical focus relates to the dynamics in intimate relationships dealing with high conflict and aspects of betrayal. Courtney works with male and female clients in an individual capacity as well as couples in conjoint therapy sessions. She utilizes a trauma informed approach to address dynamics in addicted and dysfunctional family systems. Her goal as a therapist is to help individuals build healthy relationships that add value and meaning to their life.

Steve specializes in helping men understand their own stories so that they can intentionally connect with the people around them. He is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Candidate and is currently working toward certification in Betrayal Trauma. For the last 15 years, Steve has been working with families to navigate the challenges of trauma and addiction to rebuild and restore their lives.

Carlie is a true believer that therapy can be a place of safety, growth, and knowledge. In therapy, Carlie focuses on combining her knowledge of neuroscience, attachment, family systems, and mental health to help you gain knowledge of the brain, body, and heart to create holistic healing. Her goal is provide a safe and empathic place where you are able to explore and deepen your connection to yourself, as well as building and strengthening your connection with others.

Taylor is a Licensed Professional Counselor who enjoys working with individuals experiencing anxiety, navigating life transitions, and working through relational dynamics. She provides trauma-informed care and integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. Her approach is collaborative, grounded, and compassionate, with a strong emphasis on creating a space of safety, warmth, and trust where clients can slow down, explore more deeply, and experience meaningful change. Taylor values helping clients build insight, resilience, and a greater sense of ease both internally and in their relationships.

Danielle’s goal as a therapist is to come alongside you as you heal deep emotional wounds, release tension stored in the body, and develop tools to feel more grounded and empowered. Passionate about supporting women through the difficulties of motherhood, she also brings compassionate insight to the unique challenges faced by military families—and, as a military wife herself, she offers understanding that comes from lived experience. Danielle is part of the team at Shephearst Meadows, a safe and supportive space that provides Intensive Outpatient Services for women. She facilitates a weekly group that incorporates trauma-informed movement, helping women reconnect with their bodies and deepen their healing.

Karen's heart in counseling is to know, understand, and accept each person, to meet them right where they are, and to walk alongside them in truth in order to lead them toward sanctifying healing, growth, and change. She considers it a privilege to sit with others as they share their lives with her. Karen especially enjoys marriage equipping and enrichment and has a heart for leading into healing and restoration those who have been wounded by abuse. She also cares deeply for women—single or married—who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, or who simply feel “stuck.”