Helping people along life’s journey with Christian based mental health services in the Tri-Cities

BJ is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who graduated from Central Washington University with a Masters in Counseling Psychology Degree in 1999. He is a Child Mental Health Specialist and has specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Illness Management and Recovery, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and SYMBIS Marital Assessment. He has worked in a variety of mental health counseling settings including psychiatric hospital, jail, group home, and rehabilitation facility working with homeless, schools, and workplace issues. BJ is an Ordained Minister and also serves at Richland Baptist Church as the Pastoral Care Counselor. He joined Emmaus Counseling Center in 2005, serving as Clinical Director until assuming the position of Executive Director in 2014. He continues to see clients part-time including children age 4 and up, adults, couples and families.

Lisa is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked with the chronically mentally ill in the community and in their homes. She joined Emmaus Counseling Center in 2012. She specializes in working with individuals with trauma backgrounds, depression, anxiety, grief and more. She is trained in Gottman method therapy, working with couples to restore broken marriages, lack of trust in relationships or within families, or for anyone who would like to just learn to communicate more effectively. Lisa has a passion for people and has been called to restore hope and direction for those who seek help. She is also trained to provide Critical Incident Stress Debriefing for individuals and groups of people where there has been a crisis of any magnitude. Lisa will see individuals age ten and older.

Karen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She has training and experience in art therapy, play therapy, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and codependency therapy. Karen works in Brief Interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems. She works with clients to focus on strengths, collaborative goal setting, developing new thought patterns, and learning skills. This approach is conducted while upholding Christian values and beliefs. These varied therapeutic approaches are integrated to help clients maintain mental health and overcome barriers that clients have faced in their lives.

Rollie works at both Richland and Walla Walla locations.

Rollie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who began practicing in Tacoma in 1992, joining Emmaus Counseling in 2016. His prior work includes directorship of an outreach and school for at-risk children and their families, extensive teaching and business experience, and teaching and preaching in support of local churches. His training includes Seminary and Pastoral Counseling and SYMBIS certified for pre-marital counseling. Rollie views counseling as forming an alliance with his clients by not only exploring the specific problems which bring a client to counseling, but also taking a crucial in-depth look at the nature of relationships in a client’s life – past and present – and how those relationships affect their life in the present. He enjoys helping people from a wide-variety of backgrounds and age groups with a special interest ministering to men and men’s issues, as well as pre-marital and marriage counseling. Rollie will see clients age 13 and older.

Kenneth Long is a compassionate and experienced counselor with a strong foundation in Christian education and pastoral counseling. With a Bachelor of Arts from Mid-Continent Baptist Bible College, a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity Theological Seminary, Kenneth brings over four decades of ministry experience to his practice. His approach to counseling involves building a deep connection with his clients by understanding their life history, experiences, and current situation during initial sessions. Once the problems are identified, Kenneth guides his clients through a Biblically-based journey to find hope and healing, drawing from the wisdom of the Bible to help clients establish or strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ. With his extensive training and unwavering faith, Kenneth Long is committed to providing hope and support to those seeking guidance on their spiritual and emotional journeys.

Katherine C. Pettijohn, MA, LMHCA, a graduate of Liberty University with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s in Psychology, is a licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Washington State and a National Certified Counselor. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in building trust and creating a safe space for clients, emphasizing individualized treatment plans through a strengths-based, collaborative method. Katherine begins with a comprehensive assessment, followed by goal setting and strategic planning, incorporating skill development and lifestyle changes to overcome challenges. Counseling duration varies depending on individual needs, with a commitment to open communication and feedback. She practices with a Christian worldview at the Emmaus Center, respecting diverse perspectives while integrating Christian values into holistic healing.

Frances-anne joined Emmaus Counseling Center in July of 2019. She has been active in non-profits in our community, most recently as the Central Office Manager of the Tri-Cities Food Bank, and has many years volunteering with school and music related organizations throughout the Tri-Cities. Her duties at Emmaus include client intake and scheduling, client billing, insurance verification, medical records, and other support as needed.