Living Transformed Counseling in
Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Florida

Over the past two decades, I have walked alongside people facing some of life’s hardest moments. Before becoming a counselor, I spent nearly nine years as a youth pastor, helping families weather crises and supporting young people through formative seasons. I loved the work—but also saw a gap. People needed more than spiritual support; they needed professional care that respected both faith and mental health.

That realization led me to earn my Master’s degree in Counseling in 2015 and later launch Living Transformed Counseling. The practice is named after the Transfiguration of Christ, a moment that symbolizes the movement from brokenness to wholeness. In my own personal Orthodox Christian tradition, this is depicted through a symbol called the mandorla—an almond-shaped figure representing the space where heaven and earth meet. It’s part of the Living Transformed Counseling logo because I believes counseling is one of the sacred spaces where transformation can unfold.

On a personal note, I’ve been married to my college sweetheart for 17 years, and most of my time outside the office is spent with our two children. Life is usually full with theater practices, piano lessons, Girl Scouts (yes, I still miss the Toast-Yay! cookies), and staying connected in our church community. When things slow down, you can usually find me building Legos, rooting for the Jags, reading, or playing frisbee with our dog Sam, named after Samwise Gamgee, one of the most loyal and devoted friends in any story.