Our Team
Greg Gay
Hello, my name is Gregory (Greg) Gay and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Director here at Summit Ridge Counseling Group. I’ve been counseling as a licensed professional for nine years, with an additional 14 years of Pastoral Counseling prior to Summitridge Counseling. My specialties include Substance Use Disorders (Missouri credentialed), Depression, Anxiety and Couples Issues. I am a Christian, however I do not force my faith-position on any of my clients. I am open to including one’s faith in their counseling process. I would be honored to join you in your life’s journey and help you find a path that will bring a measure of healing and change that you might be looking for.
Emma Kirk
Hello! My name is Emma Kirk. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southwest Baptist University and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Evangel University. I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults with a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, and relational problems. I also work with couples using the Gottman method.
I offer a collaborative approach that draws from several different counseling perspectives based on what your specific needs are. I aim to help you use your strengths and build skills that will help you on your journey of growth and positive change. I come from a Christian perspective, however, I allow you to decide if spirituality and faith will be included in your sessions.
Here’s a little more info about me: I am married, and in my free time I enjoy board games, movies, mini golf, and bowling. I also enjoy spending as much time as possible with my husband and our adopted Chihuahua named Biscuit.
In-network insurance: Aetna
Erin Herner
EMDR, Trauma and abuse recovery, Anxiety, depression, grief, Christian Counseling, Life Model and Immanuel Prayer, individuals, kids and teens (9+), couples issues, and the Gottman Method.
It has been said that we are wounded in relationships and we are healed in relationships. I believe we are all created for lifegiving relationships, but brokenness and the hurts of life can cause us to get stuck.
I try to create a space where clients can have new relational experiences and a safe place to explore their story, challenge old beliefs and learn new skills. Then they can make meaningful changes towards a more peaceful, joyful, flourishing life. I love walking alongside people in their pain, offering a compassionate listening ear. I love to help people struggling with trauma, loss, relationships and the difficulties of life. I would love to help you find wisdom and healing from suffering.
I have training in EMDR, Gottman Method and other therapies that help clients process unresolved pain. I like to use attachment and emotion focused therapies to help clients move forward in places they feel hurt or stuck. I also love to use a Christian spiritual and psychologically integrated therapy called Life Model and Immanuel Prayer with clients whose faith is important to them.
In-network insurance: Aetna
Beth Coleman
Hello! My name is Beth Coleman, and I am a graduate of Webster University with a Master’s degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Mental and Clinical Health. I specialize in working with adolescents (ages 5 and up) who are struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief, school and home issues, and peer dynamics. I also see individuals who are seeking help with anxiety, depression, communication, and work life balance. Additionally, I see couples using the Gottman Method.
My office is a cozy and inviting space that is non judgmental to help you or your child feel safe while exploring concerns. Trained in DBT, TF-CBT, play, sand, and attachment therapies, I work with children and their families who are experiencing life stressors and provide parent coaching sessions as part of treatment.
A little more about me: I enjoy spending time with friends and family, reading, thrifting, and cats. I have also discovered a love for anime and manga, in addition to my love for fantasy books.
In-network insurance: Aetna
Katie Wheeler
In-network insurance: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Optum, GEHA, Blue Cross Blue Shield
Addy
Office Manager
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