Cornerstone Family Services is committed to increasing accessibility of Christian counselors and furthering counselor education in Central Ohio by providing internship opportunities for counseling graduates. Through the internship program, Cornerstone provides low-pay counseling for economically disadvantaged clients. Fees collected from low-pay clients go directly to Cornerstone to support our mission of providing quality professional mental health care to anyone in need, regardless of financial means.
Saree Ellis, CTEmail: [email protected] Phone: 614-459-3003 ext 103 Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Grief, Marriage, Spiritual issues, Women’s issues Saree Ellis CT is a counselor trainee under the supervision of Chad Kays LPCC-S. She is studying at Grand Canyon University to get her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. She belongs to both the American Counseling Association and the American Association of Christian Counselors. Saree graduated summa cum laude from Southern Nazarene University in 1994 with a BS in Mathematics. She taught math before staying home to raise three children and volunteer in various capacities. She has enjoyed leading Bible studies, volunteering in the kitchen at Freedom a la Cart, and working as an area admin for Young Life. She enjoys coaching couples with her husband. Professional Focus: Saree has completed Gottman Level 1 training in couples therapy and SYMBIS for premarital counseling. Personal Info: |
Grace Fields, CTEmail: [email protected] Phone: 614-459-3003 ext. 827 Focus: Adolescents, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Spiritual Issues, Relationships Professional Info: Grace Fields CT is a Counselor Trainee under the supervision of Tracy Whiteside LPCC-S. She graduated from The Ohio State University in 2023 with a B.A. in Psychology. She is currently studying at Liberty University to earn her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Counseling has transformed Grace’s life and her family’s lives. She hope to do the same for others as she walk alongside clients, meeting them with empathy, and helping them transform and work toward their goals. Grace hope to create a safe environment for people to come as they are. Grace Fields CT has a passion for helping adolescents and young adults build a healthy and full life. For the past five years she has walked alongside high schoolers as a volunteer Young Life leader, building relationships and meeting them where they are. She has helped them navigate the unique challenges of adolescence including stress and anxiety, pressures to succeed and fit in, social media influences, dating relationships, friendship dynamics, family relationships, the divorce of parents, & making the transition to college. Grace has babysat for the past 6 years, working with children of many ages. She has also served in the children’s ministry at my church for 3 years. Grace Fields CT is a member of the American Counseling Association. Personal Info: Grace has 2 labrador retrievers that she absolutely loves. She is excited for this next season of her life as she pursues counseling as a career. |
Ashley Kyro, CTEmail: [email protected] Phone: 614-459-3003 ext. 826 Focus: Adjustment issues, Adolescents, Anxiety, College, Depression, Grief, Life transitions, Spiritual issues, Trauma, Women’s issues, Relationships, Marital, and Premarital Ashley Kyro CT is a counselor trainee under the supervision of Seth Evans MACMHC, LPCC-S. She is studying at Ashland Theological Seminary to get her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Ashley graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern Indiana in 2013 with a Bachelor of Health Services and an Associates in Occupational Therapy. She has worked in campus ministry for 9 years and was a teacher in Thailand for 2. Ashley is a member of the American Counseling Association. Professional Focus: Ashley wishes to provide a safe environment where people can come as they are and find support on their path to healing. Her areas of focus are: adults, adolescents, college students, people struggling with adjustments, anxiety, depression, grief, spiritual issues, trauma, women’s issues, and end-of-life challenges. Ashley is seasoned in ministry and would love to walk with other ministry workers on their path towards personal wellness. Personal Info: Ashley grew up in Indiana. She spent two years in Thailand teaching the children of a mission organization, and trying all the Thai food she could. She now lives in Columbus, with her husband who is always planning a new adventure. Ashley also loves to go on walks, hammock with a good book, thrifting, a good cup of coffee, and spending time with friends and family. |
Senah Miller, CTEmail: [email protected] Phone: 614-459-3003 ext. 828 Focus: Adolescents, Adoption, Anxiety, Children, College, Depression, Life Transitions, Parenting, Spiritual Issues, Trauma Senah Miller CT wants to provide an environment where individuals of all ages can come, be heard, and learn to work towards healing and confidence in the face of challenges. She loves children and child development and she is excited to integrate her experience in this area with her counseling career, both for children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Professional Info Senah Miller CT is a counselor trainee under the supervision of Tracy Whiteside LPCC-S. She is studying at Messiah University to get her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Senah graduated magna cum laude from Temple University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Psychology. She has worked extensively with children in such roles as a full-time nanny and preschool teacher. Senah is a member of the American Counseling Association. Personal Info Senah and her husband are from Philadelphia and came to Columbus after getting married in 2022. Most of their hobbies overlap, such as pickle ball, disc golf, board games, and movies. They become obsessed with one or two of these interests while more or less forgoing the others, and then the cycle repeats in the opposite direction. Senah also enjoys reading and writing, and she cannot wait to start a family. She is excited for that family to include cats in addition to children, and perhaps a bird if she can get her husband to look past the mess. |
Katie Morton, CTEmail: [email protected] Phone: 614-459-3003 ext. 829 Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Life Adjustment and Transition Issues, ADHD, Adolescents, Chronic illness Katie Morton CT is a counselor trainee under the supervision of Seth Evans LPCC-S. She is pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Ashland Theological Seminary. Katie graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. Katie’s previous vocational work includes helping children and adolescents struggling with neurodevelopmental concerns overcome their challenges and small business ownership. Professional Focus: Katie is interested in working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Her specific areas of interest are anxiety, depression, navigating life transitions, ADHD, and supporting people walking through chronic illness. Katie seeks to serve clients through a welcoming and collaborative relationship to help people overcome their challenges and experience increased freedom and well-being. Personal Interest: Katie enjoys spending time with her husband, young adult son, extended family, and friends. She also appreciates spending time in nature, especially hiking or kayaking, savoring a great cup of coffee, and getting lost in a good book. |
Each Counselor Trainee (CT) is required by the State of Ohio to log 600 hours of supervised counseling before receiving their Licensed Professional Counselor designation. Each counseling session is reviewed with their supervising Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-S). After reaching the 600-hour milestone, CT’s are required to pass the National Counselor Exam (NCE) to receive their Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) designation.