Our Counselors
Rev. Tres Adames, MDiv, BCPCPeoria / Phoenix / Online
Tres is a Master's-Level Board Certified Pastoral Counselor. He works with teens, adults, and those struggling with emotional, relational, sexual, and spiritual issues. He also specializes in working with those struggling with their sexuality and faith. |
Crystal Tena, MA, BCBC, CCTP-1Peoria / Online
Crystal is a Master's-Level Board Certified Biblical Counselor and Certified Trauma and Resilience Life Coach who provides pastoral counseling and coaching for adults, teens, and couples. She specializes in working with those dealing with trauma, as well as various emotional, relational, and spiritual issues. |
Rev. Margaret Franklin, MA, BCPCPeoria / Online
Maggie is a Master's-Level Board Certified Pastoral Counselor who provides counseling for women, men, teens, and couples. She is has been in ministry for nearly 40 years and her approach not only stems from education and formal training, but also personal experiences that reflect today’s life challenges and complex problems. |
Jen EcklesPhoenix / Online
Jen is a Spiritual Director and Life Coaching who works with those who have felt outcast from churches and faith communities, and helps them rediscover and reclaim their spirituality and celebrate who they are. |
Administration
Tommy FaraldoPractice Administrator
Tommy is our Practice Administrator and helps us network with local churches, ministries, and behavioral health organizations. He has over a decade of experience working in and with churches and non-profit organizations. He has a Bachelor's in Theology and a Master of Business Administration in Executive Management. |
Austin CraigFacilities and Web Developer
Austin Craig is in charge of making sure that our online and offline facilities are running well. In addition to doing maintenance at our offices, Austin is also a web developer for the practice. He uses his technical know-how and hard work ethic to keep everything running efficiently. |
Acronyms Meanings
What do all those letters with each name mean?
In many professions, the letters before or after one's name signifies the person's education and credentialing. Our counselors have their highest degree listed (typically a Master's Degree) followed by their certification or license. Here is a key:
In many professions, the letters before or after one's name signifies the person's education and credentialing. Our counselors have their highest degree listed (typically a Master's Degree) followed by their certification or license. Here is a key:
Degrees:
MDiv - Master of Divinity
MA - Master of Arts
BA - Bachelor of Arts
License/Certifications/Credentials:
BCPC - Board Certified Pastoral Counselor
Rev. - Reverend (Ordained)
MDiv - Master of Divinity
MA - Master of Arts
BA - Bachelor of Arts
License/Certifications/Credentials:
BCPC - Board Certified Pastoral Counselor
Rev. - Reverend (Ordained)