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.

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.

Caleb Peck is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than fifteen years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Caleb received his Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Seattle Pacific University in 2008. He has practiced in a wide variety of settings including the Emmaus Center, medical clinics, community mental health centers, and the juvenile justice system. Caleb is trained in many treatment modalities, including evidence-based treatment models, and specializes in working with couples and families. Caleb lives in Richland with his wife and three children and is an active member of his local church.

Eugene Song, MA, LMHCA, a graduate of Corban University, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of Washington. His therapeutic approach is Person-Centered and strengths-based with techniques used from Cognitive-Behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior therapy (DBT). He has experience working with adults presenting with clinical Major Depression, anxiety, and complex trauma. Eugene strives to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space of guidance to individuals navigating life’s challenges. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices and a recognition of each person’s unique life circumstances and experience, he provides individualized treatment which seeks to create a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. This type of atmosphere provides the hope of a future that learns to adapt to life’s uncertainty and offers a space for honest self-exploration.

John Tank is a student at Liberty University, pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Intercultural Studies and a Master’s degree in Human Resource Strategic Management. John’s therapeutic approach focuses on building trust and creating a safe environment for clients, emphasizing individualized treatment plans through a strengths-based, collaborative method. He begins with a comprehensive assessment, followed by goal setting and strategic planning, incorporating skill development and lifestyle changes to overcome challenges. The duration of counseling varies based on individual needs, with a commitment to open communication and feedback. John 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.