Christian Counseling

For those requesting inclusion of faith-based principles

"Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up."

 

-1 Thessalonians 5:11


Loudoun Faith-based Counseling

Seeking Spiritual Health

Riverside Counseling Center is pleased to care for individuals from all religious and nonreligious backgrounds. Our goal is to provide warm and professional care to everyone who seeks help.

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For those who do not wish to discuss religious beliefs, we will not discuss religious perspectives in counseling. We will focus on psychological and medical approaches to help restore satisfying emotional and relationship balance.

For those who do wish to include Christian faith as part of their counseling experience, we offer therapy which integrates faith, psychology, and medicine. Our Faith-Based Counselors will help you to examine the role of healthy religious belief and behavior emotional renewal.

Several of our counselors and doctors offer Faith-Based Counseling. A list of counselors and medical staff who integrate faith and psychological approaches, when asked, are noted below. Our receptionists are also available to discuss which provider may best meet your needs

“We must also consider how to encourage each other to show love and to do good things.”
Hebrews 10:24

Featured Christian Counselors


  • Mike Ellis, LCSW

    Mike Ellis, LCSW

    Counseling

    Michael Ellis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in child & adolescent psychotherapy. He provides counseling support to children and adults in a calm and professional manner. Michael offers marital & family therapy to couples and families seeking help and healing with their personal relationships.

    Clients: Children, Teens, Adults, Families & Couples

    He has been married 17 years and is the father of five children; one with a common mental health disorder. Caring for a child with special needs has made him uniquely empathetic with child and adolescent clients.

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  • Christine Fleming, MA

    Christine Fleming, MA

    Counseling

    Christine is a Resident Counselor who works with self-harm, anxiety, depression, and childhood behavioral issues. She takes an integrative approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, and expressive/play therapy, and has experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families. While her services are not insurance-reimbursable, she offers sessions at a reduced fee.

    Clients: Children, Teens, & Adults

    "Although it felt a bit weird and I felt embarrassed, I kept returning and kept discussing things with my counselor Christine. Over the years, my state of mind became more improved and I developed emotional maturity and toughness. I stopped going late 2014 since the payments were becoming too much. I returned a few months ago and Christine was still there and we didn't miss a beat. Now they accept my insurance so payments are no issue anymore. I visit once a month to talk with Christine and I feel much better about myself after every visit." - Victor H.

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  • Deegan Ivers, LPC

    Deegan Ivers, LPC

    Counseling

    Deegan, a Licensed Professional Counselor, specializes in teens and adults (13+). She holds a B.S. from James Madison University and an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (4.0 GPA) from Liberty University. Trained in EMDR, she helps clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. When requested, she integrates faith into counseling, offering compassionate support for healing and growth.

    Clients: Teens & Adults, Ages 13+

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  • Kim Roberts, MA

    Kim Roberts, MA

    Counseling

    Kim is a Resident Counselor with a background in education and a passion for supporting children, teens, and families. She uses a psychodynamic-relational approach to create a warm, non-judgmental space. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

    Clients: Individuals, Couples and Children, Ages 4+

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Additional Christian Providers


  • Dr. Donald Hall, MD

    Dr. Donald Hall, MD

    Psychiatric Medication & Counseling

    Dr. Donald Hall provides medication management and counseling to adults. He specializes in medication management of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and OCD. He integrates Christian principles with traditional counseling for those with this interest, and enjoys providing mental health care to people from all walks of life.

    Clients: Adults

    "I highly recommend Dr. Hall. He stays focused on what is best for my long-term health. I trust Dr. Hall, and that means everything to me..." - L. Tar

    In 2016, Dr. Hall was selected as a top doctor by the International Association of Healthcare Professionals and he was recognized in the “Who’s Who – Top Doctors Honors Edition.”

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  • Dr. Ben Crawford, DO

    Dr. Ben Crawford, DO

    Psychiatric Medication & Counseling

    Psychiatrist in Ashburn, Dr. Ben Crawford, sees adults for depression, anxiety, attention deficit, and substance abuse recovery. Dr. Crawford integrates Christian principles with traditional counseling for those with this interest and enjoys providing mental health care to people from all walks of life.

    Clients: Adults

    "My son has been going to Dr. Crawford for about 4 years now, and his meds are always called in asap. We don't usually have to wait long for pharmacy pick-ups or getting an appointment. Telehealth has also been a game changer these last 4 years, and we are quite thankful for it!..." - Beth L.

    Dr. Crawford was named Loudoun’s Favorite Psychiatrist for 2024! With over five years at Riverside Counseling and a strong dedication to mental health, he’s known for his compassion and lasting impact on clients and colleagues alike.

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  • Nicole Ennis, PMHNP

    Nicole Ennis, PMHNP

    Psychiatric Medication & Counseling

    Nicole is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who sees patients ages 6 – 60. She provides treatment for most mental health challenges including Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Personality Disorders, Schizophrenia, Eating Disorders, and Grief.

    Clients: Children, Teens, & Adults

    Along with helping others find balance in life, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband, 4 children, 2 cats and 2 dogs. 

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  • Emily Missimer, PMHNP

    Emily Missimer, PMHNP

    Psychiatric Medication & Counseling

    Emily sees patients ages 6 – 60. She provides treatment for most mental health challenges including ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Personality Disorders, Schizophrenia, Eating Disorders, Grief, and more.

    Clients: Children, Teens, & Adults

    Emily is committed to professional development and is actively involved in organizations such as the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Nurses Association, and Sigma Theta Tau. She is also an advocate for evidence-based practices and lifelong learning.

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  • Angela Brown, LPC

    Angela Brown, LPC

    Counseling

    Angela Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in counseling support for women and girls seeking greater fulfillment in relationships and in school/workplace performance. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and supportive counseling to help clients overcome problems related to anxiety and depression.

    Clients: Women & Teens

    "Angela Brown, one of their psychologists, is amazing. She is just one of those people you can tell wants the world to be a better place, who wants to help people. She has helped me through so much in the past, and when I was having a really hard time, she was the one person who seemed to be able to get through to me. " - Logan S.

    Angela Brown, LPC obtained her Master’s Degree in counseling from Liberty University, graduating with a 4.0 GPA.

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  • Amanda George, LPC

    Amanda George, LPC

    Counseling

    Amanda is a licensed professional counselor at Riverside Counseling Center and a school counselor with Loudoun County Public Schools. She enjoys working with children, teens, adults and families seeking help with anxiety and performance challenges at school or work. She is experienced in working with autism, emotional regulation disorders, and depression.

    Clients: Children & Teens

    “Amanda George has been great to work with.”


    – Justin T.

    Amanda is a former certified MANDT System trainer, giving her a strong foundation in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for individuals experiencing emotional or behavioral distress that may pose a risk of harm to themselves or others.

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  • Tammy George, LPC

    Tammy George, LPC

    Counseling

    Tammy George is a licensed professional counselor working with individuals ages 18 and up.  She specializes in women’s issues, adult ADHD, grief, depression, and anxiety.  She uses mindfulness, CBT, and supportive counseling to help clients learn the necessary skills to improve their quality of life. She has worked in a variety of settings such as community mental health, residential treatment centers, and private practice.  Her goal is to offer a supportive, non-judgemental space to allow clients to make positive changes.

    Clients: Individuals Ages 18 and up

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  • Jacquelynn Hollman, Psy.D

    Jacquelynn Hollman, Psy.D

    Counseling

    Dr. Hollman is a child psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy for anxiety and depression in children and adolescents. As a child and adolescent psychologist, she serves clients ages 4-18, and their families.

    Clients: Children & Families

    “It was amazing! My son has seen several therapists before… He came out with a whole new attitude and comfort level.”- Mother of an eight-year-old boy talking to staff at Riverside.

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  • Dan Towery, LPC

    Dan Towery, LPC

    Counseling

    Dan Towery is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides a broad spectrum of mental, emotional, spiritual, and behavioral healthcare to individuals, couples and adolescents. He offers mindfulness seminars and includes mindfulness strategies in counseling.

    Clients: Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Familes

    "Dan is wonderful! He’s a wealth of knowledge and always has valid, relevant info to share. He has helped me in many ways." - Nicholas S.

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  • Margaret Zaepfel, LCSW

    Margaret Zaepfel, LCSW

    Counseling

    Margaret Zaepfel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She obtained her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University in 1998, and her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia in 1996. She has been a provider of mental health services since 1998. Before joining Riverside in 2006, she spent seven years at Loudoun County Mental Health Emergency Services providing emergency/crisis mental services to the INOVA hospital ER and medical floors, the local detention centers, and local psychiatric and youth residential centers.

    Clients: Children, Teens, Adults & Familes

    "She is a good listener and helps me in many ways. Her natural empathy gives me confidence to share anything on my mind and instills trust that I'm truly being heard..." -Roberta

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FAITH-BASED

About Christian Counseling

Counselors and doctors, in our Faith-Based Counseling Service, combine Biblical wisdom with psychological principles to help you overcome challenges.


Statement of Faith


Our Christian counselors believe that the Bible is the most important guide for spiritual life and personal behavior. We believe that traditional counseling methods are most helpful when applied in light of God’s word. We believe that integrating faith, medicine, and professional counseling offers the believer the most powerful tools for emotional and spiritual renewal.


Distinctly Christian Services

  • Christian Marriage Counseling
  • Faith & Family Therapy
  • Confidential Counseling for Church Staff
  • Integrated Spiritual and Psychological Support
  • Resolving Issues of Faith and Medication Use


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