Counseling Interns
Michelle Montgomery  Hi, I’m Michelle. I know that reaching out for counseling can feel vulnerable and sometimes even a little scary. I am really glad you are here. I approach therapy with warmth, authenticity, and curiosity. I believe we all carry different parts within us, parts that hold emotions, old stories, and ways of protecting us. In our work together, we gently get to know these parts with compassion and care. Many people I work with feel overwhelmed, hard on themselves, or unsure how to slow down. Others are navigating relationship stress, life transitions, or questions about identity and self worth. Wherever you are, we begin there. I have an emphasis in trauma, grief, and crisis, along with additional training in acceptance and mindfulness approaches. In our work, we collaborate to explore your experience and strengthen your ability to lead from your Self, a more centered place, so you can respond in ways that feel more like you. In our work together, I sit beside you in your experience. My hope is that over time you begin to trust yourself more fully, feel less alone with what you carry, and create a life that feels more connected and meaningful. | Magdalena “Maggie” Peden
Hi! My name is Magdalena “Maggie” Peden and I’m a counseling intern with Families E.T.C. I strive to bring compassion and empathy to all my clients and work hard to make sure your concerns and voices are heard. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, those specifically that are neurodivergent from ADHD, Autism, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder, as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community. I also work with a multitude of ages ranging from young children to older adults. My approach to counseling is grounded in Child-Centered Play Therapy as well as Person-Centered Therapy. My clinical focus also includes helping clients through trauma, grief, and crisis. I see counseling as a joint process of learning and creating a safe space to explore your decisions and experiences while being able to grow. No matter what, I want each client to have their voice heard and experiences met with compassion, empathy and understanding. | Sarah Mann
Sarah J. Mann is a Master’s-level counseling student with a B.S. in Plant, Soil, and Insect Sciences from UMASS-Amherst. She is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and focuses on issues related to sexual health, intimacy, and relationship dynamics. Her work includes helping clients navigate sexual trauma, dysfunction, desire and arousal concerns, identity exploration, and the impact of cultural or religious influences on sexuality. Grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Sarah strives to create a kind, open, and safe environment where clients can collaborate with her to improve their lives. With precious loved ones in the LGBTQ+ community, Sarah has a deep understanding of the unique challenges individuals face, particularly in the wake of legislative impacts. She is dedicated to advocacy and actively works to support and uplift her community. In her free time, Sarah enjoys growing medicinal herbs in her garden and crafting natural remedies. | Hannah Martin
Hannah Martin is a counseling intern in pursuit of a Master of Science degree in Counseling from Northwest Nazarene University. She operates from an Existential Counseling lens, emphasizing personal responsibility and meaning, in her work with clients. With a B.S. in psychology, she is also passionate about providing psychoeducation and promoting positive mental health practices for her clients. Hannah believes counseling is a collaborative process between two people, counselor and client, both of whom are entrenched in the human experience with its many trials, tribulations, and triumphs. Her role as a counselor is to help her clients examine the role they play in their own lives, working together to help them move closer to their authentic selves. Outside of counseling, Hannah enjoys reading, spending time in nature, exploring coffee shops with good friends, and going to live comedy shows. She is also a lover of animals and especially enjoys her time snuggled up with her cat, Charlie. |
Raquel Bravo
Hi, I’m Raquel Bravo. I’m a counseling intern with roots in both medicine and bodywork. I believe everyone has strength and resilience, and my approach is to help guide those who are ready to tap into their innate healing abilities. Drawing on over twenty years as a respiratory therapist and more than a decade as a massage therapist and Energy Medicine practitioner, I bring a broad and compassionate perspective to healing that supports mind, body, and spirit. My theory of interest and practice lies in psychodynamics and Jungian Psychology. I’ve trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatics, and I incorporate both into my practice. I believe we all carry patterns and beliefs that may not be ours. Through the psychodynamic lens, I help the client determine what they might be carrying and are ready to release, so they can live a life that feels true to them. Utilizing IFS, I help the client uncover parts of themselves to release any burdens that may be holding them back from living authentically. Through somatics, and with my training in Energy Medicine, I can gently help the client release tension and create ease in the body. I am passionate about helping others heal so they can discover purpose and meaning and live more joyfully. I look forward to working with you. | Emma Warth
I'm a counseling intern working toward a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Acceptance and Mindfulness Informed Therapies. I meet clients with respect for their unique stories, trusting in each person's ability to know what's best for themselves. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help people accept difficult emotions, clarify what matters most to them, and take steps toward a more meaningful life. At the heart of my work is a commitment to walk alongside clients with an attitude of curiosity, compassion, and nonjudgment. I have a special interest in religion and spirituality, and I'm happy to integrate these topics into counseling according to clients' preferences. I support clients of all faiths and spiritual paths, including those navigating faith transitions or challenges related to belief. I strive to create a safe and welcoming space for clients of all backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community. In my free time, I enjoy reading, gardening, songwriting, and spending time with my husband and kids. | April Clarke
Hello! My name is April Clarke, and I am grateful to be serving as a graduate student intern in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwest Nazarene University. I am passionate about supporting children, teens, and families through life’s challenges and difficult seasons. My clinical focus includes child-centered play therapy and supporting clients of all ages through trauma, crisis, and grief. I am training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic practices, drawing on the belief that stress and trauma are often stored in our bodies. By creating a safe, compassionate space, I strive to help clients gently reconnect with themselves, release what has been carried, and move toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion. I also have a heart for supporting parents as they navigate relationships with their children, as well as guiding families through divorce, custody transitions, and other complex changes. I believe every client brings unique strengths to the therapeutic process, and it is my honor to walk alongside them in fostering growth, healing, and hope. I offer an affirming space for our LGBTQIA+ community and bring experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Outside of counseling, I enjoy my roles as wife and mom to three kids, rock climbing, and spending time in nature. | Robert Dennis
Hey, I'm glad you stopped! We live in a world that sometimes feels like we're on autopilot. We wake up, go to work, come home, watch our shows, go to bed, and wake up and do it all over again. But there has to be more to life than just that, right? Yeah, there is, and you already have the answers in you! I would love the opportunity to walk beside you and support you as you untangle the knots that have you tied up in the routine. Along the way, it may get rough, but the end of the trail is a deeper, more meaningful experience of life. You have thoughts, but you aren't your thoughts. Sometimes it is hard to tell the difference between what is true and what that voice in our head is telling us. I work from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy bias. This approach helps us discern the difference and learn to live according to our values, not our thoughts. Therapy is work, and it's not easy, but you have already done the hardest part because you are here looking for a therapist. That is the kind of courage to change that is going to support you best on this journey. |
Vedaliah Fye
I’m a clinical intern passionate about helping people cultivate self-compassion, emotional balance, and resilience through life’s ups and downs. I integrate Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy–Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE), as well as somatic and mindfulness principles, into my work. I am drawn to these approaches for their effectiveness in supporting trauma processing, emotional regulation, and fostering reconnection with one’s inner strength and sense of meaning. I see therapy as a shared journey. You don’t have to have it all figured out. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening beneath the surface of your emotions, notice patterns that may be holding you back, and build practical tools for lasting change. I also integrate techniques that nurture emotional healing and self-compassion, supporting growth in ways that honor both your past experiences and present needs. My goal is to create a space that feels warm, validating, and nonjudgmental, where you can feel supported and gently challenged to grow. Outside of work, I value mindfulness and creativity which are things that help me slow down, stay present, and approach life with curiosity. Whether you’re looking to heal, gain clarity, or better understand yourself, I’m here to walk alongside you. | Camille Fulwood
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming—you want someone who truly understands you. My name is Camille, and I’m a counseling intern at Families ETC. I’m passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced complex trauma, are navigating addiction or dissociation, or are seeking empowerment in identity and life transitions. In our work together, I integrate mindful and somatic approaches alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS). These modalities help clients release trauma held in the body, increase emotional regulation, and reconnect with their sense of safety, presence, and agency—so they can live a life aligned with their truth and values. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist partnered with a genderqueer plural individual, I approach therapy through an anti-oppressive and affirming framework. My goal is to create a space where you feel deeply seen, respected, and supported in your healing journey. | Daniel Boyes
Daniel is a counseling intern who works with individuals across the lifespan, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space for clients from all backgrounds and walks of life. He believes deeply in the power of human connection and sees each person as inherently capable of growth and healing. Daniel primarily practices from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens and also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Daniel is passionate about walking alongside individuals as they navigate grief, anxiety, trauma, identity, spirituality, and life transitions. His approach is rooted in curiosity, presence, and a belief that healing happens in safe, attuned relationships. Outside of counseling, Daniel enjoys spending time in nature, camping, snowboarding, spending time with his dog Sunny, and playing frisbee. | Amy Armstrong
Hi, my name is Amy Armstrong and I am a graduate student intern at Families E.T.C. I have a strong background working with children and adults with developmental disabilities. My approach to counseling is grounded in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Attachment Theory. I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and heal when provided with the right conditions, and I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their feelings, build resilience, and work through life’s challenges at their own pace. Creativity plays an important role in my work. I enjoy incorporating creative and expressive interventions that allow clients—especially children—to connect with their emotions in ways that feel natural and empowering. Whether I’m working with a child, adolescent, or adult, my goal is to meet each individual with empathy, authenticity, and respect, honoring their unique journey. |
