Counseling Interns

Deborah Gural, also known as "Dehan", is pursuing her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.   Deborah also holds a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies from Pensacola Christian College. Deborah is committed to assisting clients with a non-judgmental and compassionate posture.  Deborah strives to be a facilitator of healing to all in pursuit of a life of peace and abundance, no matter what their background or struggle may be.  In her work with clients, Deborah prioritizes her work to assess and identify clients’ distinct concerns.  Her professional objective is to ensure her clients feel heard and encouraged as they face challenges in the therapeutic process and feel equipped for their life-long journey of growth, healing, and recovery.

Darryl is pursuing his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University to license as a Marriage and Family Therapist.  He holds a bachelor's degree in organizational leadership from Trident University International. Darryl served in the United States Army for 21 years in the Human Resources field.  He retired from active duty at his last assignment at Fort Carson, Colorado in 2020.  

Darryl offers a wealth of experience and a deep passion for helping individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds. Darryl believes his own experiences brings an understanding of life's many complexities and struggles and, coupled with his education, fuels his dedication to helping others overcome similar issues.  Darryl strives to offer a compassionate and personalized approach to his clients.  He prioritizes the importance of clients feeling heard, supported and empowered.  Additionally, Darryl’s experience allows him to effectively work with men in finding purpose leading their families in healing, fostering unity, understanding and building stronger relationships within the family.

Sam Ayeni is a third-year Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Colorado Christian University, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy with a systemic approach that incorporates modalities such as Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Scheduled to graduate in Fall 2025, Sam holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Biblical Studies from the University of Northwestern, St. Paul, MN. A former pastor and U.S. Army Infantry veteran with deployment experience, Sam is dedicated to truly listening, understanding each client’s unique needs, and collaboratively identifying effective solutions to promote personal growth and well-being.

Macaiah McCown is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Our Lady of the Lake University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Macaiah’s journey has been marked by resilience, faith, and perseverance.Thee personal experiences have shaped her compassionate approach to counseling and deepened her understanding of the strength it takes to heal. She is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where individuals feel seen, heard, and valued—an environment where healing and growth are not only possible, but encouraged. Her mission is to walk alongside others with empathy and hope as they discover their path forward.

Amanda is completing her Mastor of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands and will graduate in 2026. She has previously obtained her Masters of Addictions Counseling through Liberty University and received her Bachelors degree from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, MN where she double-majored in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and Biblical Theology. Amanda has served in the mental health field for 9 years, with a background in ABA therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. 

Amanda firmly believes in utilizing a biblical approach to shift negative thoughts and core beliefs using concepts such as self-compassion, biblical grace and forgiveness to restore hope and begin writing a new narrative for the future. In the past, Amanda specialized in autism therapy and working with children. For the last two years, Amanda practiced under supervision at an outpatient clinic in rural Kentucky, serving a wide range of clients with substance use and mental health needs. Amanda enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families upon request. Her focus areas include complex trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, teen depression, ADHD and substance use. Amanda values meeting each person where they are, respecting individual goals, and building a strong partnership to help each person reach their highest potential.