Meet the Counselors
Erica Faler
Hello there! I'm Erica, and I am currently in the final stages of my training at Northwest Nazarene University, working on graduating in the Marriage, Couple, and Family track of the Counseling program.
Beyond counseling academia, I hold an associate degree in music, which connects to my belief in the therapeutic role of creativity in facing life's challenges. Also, juggling parenthood with four lively children has offered me a down-to-earth understanding of family dynamics. Balancing the realities of family life with the intricacies of relationships is a struggle I understand well.
In counseling, my approach is rooted in a blend of humanistic and existential principles. I aim to create a warm space for clients to delve into their emotions and embark on a journey towards healing and self-discovery.
While I don't limit myself to serving a specific group of people, children and teens have a special place in my heart. Their unique perspectives and resilience inspire me, and I enjoy supporting them as they go through the various challenges of childhood.
If you're navigating through life's challenges and could use some support, know that I'm here and committed to walk alongside you through the process. Let's explore this path of growth together.
Boyd Wilkes
It is my honor to spend time with people on their life journey. I believe that we have all that we need within ourselves to sustain our own emotional health and wellness. I also believe that therapy can provide transformational support to help us draw from our inherent capability to heal and grow.
I endeavor to provide trauma-informed, mindfulness-informed, and spirituality-informed counseling support from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) perspective. I’m delighted to be a counseling intern here at Families ETC.
I enjoy spending time in my roles as a husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Jess Wassom
Hello! My name is Jessica, and I am a clinical mental health master’s student at Northwest Nazarene
University. I believe that many factors affect us in life including our past life experiences, our family
systems, and current life circumstances big and small. Challenges in life are inevitable, and it can be
difficult to know how to navigate those struggles. The great thing about counseling is that you don’t
have to navigate those challenges alone! My goal is to walk with you in your struggles and help you to
realize that you have the strength within you to heal and grow.
University. I believe that many factors affect us in life including our past life experiences, our family
systems, and current life circumstances big and small. Challenges in life are inevitable, and it can be
difficult to know how to navigate those struggles. The great thing about counseling is that you don’t
have to navigate those challenges alone! My goal is to walk with you in your struggles and help you to
realize that you have the strength within you to heal and grow.
Through personal experiences with loss
and relational trauma, I have learned to show up authentically with my clients and empathize with the
pain while helping them to move forward with renewed hope. I would love to join you on your journey
to healing and wellness.
and relational trauma, I have learned to show up authentically with my clients and empathize with the
pain while helping them to move forward with renewed hope. I would love to join you on your journey
to healing and wellness.
Ann Omodt
As a graduate student in counseling with a focus on trauma-informed care and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for self-discovery and healing. I am certified as a Sand Tray Specialist and have experience in expressive arts. I endeavor to help clients connect with their inner selves and explore their emotional landscapes.
In my approach to counseling, I view our work together as a collaborative journey where my role is to support and guide you as you delve into the parts of yourself that may feel vulnerable or challenging. I believe in the power of mindfulness, compassion, and creative expression to foster personal growth and resilience and to help you gain deeper self-awareness and address the root causes of emotional distress.
I hold the belief that you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to assist you in uncovering and trusting your inner wisdom. I understand that embarking on the counseling journey can be a significant step, and I commend your courage in seeking support.
My goal is to help you navigate your path to self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. I aim to create a space where change, growth, and joy can flourish as you work towards becoming who you want to be and rediscovering your authentic self.
Sam Fuller
Welcome!
I am a graduate intern at Northwest Nazarene University, working toward my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with a focus on trauma, grief, and crisis. I deeply believe that mental health challenges are not a sign of being "broken," but rather, they are our body's natural response to difficult and unhealthy circumstances. Simply put, you are not crazy—your mind and body are doing their best to protect you. Therapy can help you understand these responses, heal from past wounds, and create healthier patterns moving forward.
I am passionate about helping teens and adults navigate life transitions and trauma, creating a space for healing and growth at their own pace. My approach blends Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sandtray therapy, and a humanistic perspective. I also have cultural competency in working with members, both current and former, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I strive to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone, including LGBTQ+ clients.
My professional background spans childcare, adult developmental disability services, and the foster and adoption system. Outside of the counseling office, I enjoy walking my pit bull, Marmalade, diving into Dungeons & Dragons, exploring Reddit threads, and losing myself in a good book.
If you’re seeking a compassionate space to navigate life’s challenges, I’d be honored to support you on your journey.
Nathan Lapp
Life is a journey full of a variety of experiences. There are times that life can feel chaotic, burdensome, filled with pointless suffering, and thrust upon us. We Can feel beat up, used up, and cast aside, even enslaved by life. Some of us may fear when life ends while others may wish it to end soon. For many of us, we have lost that feeling of purpose or meaningful existence.
Hi, my name is Nathan. I am a graduate student at Northwest Nazarene University, and I am nearing the completion of my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I believe that counseling can be a benefit to anyone at any stage of life. As a counselor, I take a narrative approach to addressing the fundamental realities of life, freedom, relationship, and meaning through integrating various forms of art and play in the therapeutic process.
I believe life is inherently meaningful, with meaningfulness as one’s true desire. This stems from a belief that every individual is not only capable of finding fulfillment, but uniquely and intrinsically valuable and worthy of finding fulfillment. My desire as a counselor is to join you on your journey to discover (or rediscover) meaning in life. I offer a safe, compassionate, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment on this journey as we explore various existential and spiritual situations with a trauma informed therapeutic perspective. I look forward to working together with you to discover your personal values and reach your personal goals.
I have worked in construction for the past several years and have experience working as an emergency medical technician (EMT). I have coached youth sports and have worked in other youth organizations. I love the outdoors (rain, sun, or snow) and in my spare time I love connecting with my family through exploration and play.
Erika Losik
Hi, my name is Erika and I am a graduate student in the Counseling Department at Northwest Nazarene University nearing completion of my master’s degree in Clinical Counseling.
Mental health, counseling, and self-reflection have profoundly influenced my life, so much so that I’ve chosen to pursue both a career and way of being that is authentic, empathetic, and holistic. Existence is complex. There are many beautiful and difficult pieces that can make up a life but the gray, undefined areas are where I believe we have the opportunity to get to know ourselves deeper.
I approach counseling from a humanistic lens, emphasizing empathy, rapport, and authenticity in the therapeutic process. Psychoeducation, increasing awareness, and self-reflection are also tools I practice with. I seek to provide a space for all thoughts, feelings, emotions, and persons.
Healing and processing can be painful but I believe there is opportunity for health, meaning, and well-being for all those willing to engage in the process.
In my free time I enjoy being outside with my dog, slow mornings on the patio, reading fiction, cooking elaborate meals for one, and hot yoga classes.
Anastasia Bearden
Hello! My name is Anastasia and I am a graduate student at Northwest Nazarene University, acquiring hours to receive my master's degree and license in Clinical Mental Health.
Embarking on the path to becoming a counselor is a personal journey for me, fueled by the incredible impact counseling has had on my healing and growth. Experiencing the transformative change counseling provides has ignited my passion for extending that same support to others seeking to heal and grow.
I view counseling as a team effort. We're in this together, exploring, healing, and uncovering the wonderful complexity of who you are. I genuinely believe that everyone, no matter what they've been through, has an incredible capacity to heal and thrive.
Guided by a humanistic and Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens, my approach is rooted in the belief that everyone has an innate capacity to heal and grow. Through this lens, we will navigate the intricacies of your experience, fostering understanding and facilitating meaningful change.
In our sessions, judgment is left at the door. I'm here to create a warm, empathetic space where you can process emotions and experiences without fear. You're not alone on this journey—I'm here to lend an ear, offer support, and help you as you build a more authentic life. As the saying goes, "In the journey of healing, we find our true selves." I look forward to joining you on this journey, offering encouragement and support along the way.
On a personal note, when I am not in the counseling office, you will find me hiking with my dog, paddleboarding, engrossed in a good book, painting, or playing my guitar. Life's about balance, joy, and finding peace both in and outside the counseling room.