OUR TEAM

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Dr. Trent Langhofer is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has worked with individuals and families for nearly a decade. Dr. Langhofer is a sought after conference speaker and teacher.  He has lectured nationally and internationally to large audiences on topics that include: adjustment following spiritual conversion, the themes perpetuating marital commitment in conservative protestant couples following infidelity, development of authentic intimacy in relationships, and spiritual growth and development in spiritually mature individuals and families.

Seth Tucker is a graduate student getting his Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. Seth received his bachelor's degree in Psychology, from Berry College in Rome, GA. Seth is originally from Tennessee. He believes that everyone is searching for meaning in their lives and that his role is to help empower the client to make decisions that help them discover and pursue the meanings that bring them joy and life.

Marlo Holland is a graduate student at Colorado Christian University working on her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She received her Bachelor's degree at Liberty University in Zoo and Wildlife Biology. Her passion lies in helping kids and adults find truth and make a little more sense of the world, and she would love to incorporate animal assisted therapy when possible. She wants each and every client to feel heard and valued, as we each have a unique story to tell. Marlo will collaboratively work with you to help you gain insight and tools to work through whatever you are facing. She hopes to share what she has experienced through Jesus Christ by bringing hope and light to a dark world.

 William Christensen is a graduate student at Colorado Christian University working on his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He received his Bachelor's degree with honors in Applied Human Behavior from Northern Arizona University (NAU). He is a U.S. Army combat veteran and has previously worked in aviation, as well as in the law enforcement community. His experience in worldwide travel has allowed him to embrace different cultures and communities. His long-term goal is to help military veterans and first responders find peace with their day-to-day struggles so these real-life heroes can continue to serve with strong mental wellness.

Kelsey Motley is a grad student in the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. She is a member of the Chi Sigma Iota honor society. Kelsey Is a native of Texas and received her undergraduate in Early Childhood Education and Development from the University of Texas at San Antonio where she graduated with honors. Kelsey then became a Registered Behavioral Therapist,  Registered Yoga, and Mindfulness teacher. After graduating she opened up her own business where she worked with individuals that had experienced trauma as well as individuals with disabilities and incorporated her skills. She is passionate about helping others break free from pain and trauma that are taking away from living their potential.  Kelsey likes to take an integrative and holistic mind-body-spirit approach to therapy as she is a registered yoga teacher. She works with cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. Kelsey has been broadcasted on television as well as on podcasts speaking about mental health. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her dogs, mountain biking, snowboarding, one-wheeling, climbing, converting, and camping with her Sprinter van.  

Spencer Galton is a graduate student counselor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Colorado Christian University. Prior Spencer received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at CCU and is currently a member of the Chi Sigma Iota honor society. Spencer is a native of Traverse City, Michigan, and enjoys the outdoors, hiking, hunting, fly fishing, watching hockey, and powerlifting. Spencer believes everyone has a story and is passionate about working through the past hurts and anxieties in our stories. Spencer Practices from an integrative and holistic mind and body and spiritual approach, relying on a psychodynamic, gestalt, and IFS approach when working together through one's story.  

Darius Henderson is a graduate student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Colorado Christian University and is currently a member of the Chi Sigma Iota honors society. He believes change is inevitable but it does not have to be a threat. Instead, change can be an opportunity. Life stressors will often cause us to shift into “survival mode” and impact quality of life.  Darius believes that, at some point, we all go through challenges and obstacles that will require skills to manage as life changes. In the eye of a tornado there is a “calm” place where there is no turbulence. We often time focus on the swirling chaos and are consumed by the things happening instead of taking moment to pause and to be mindful in order to best manage the things that we can. It is possible to experience peace and/or to discover purpose during challenging times. 

As a counselor Darius’ mission is to provide a safe place to come with no judgment. Always working together to create a space where you are able to experience emotions and explore things that hold you down, he will invite you to grow your perspective in order to fully participate in living an optimal life. It is important to build a healthy therapeutic alliance with clients, one that is rooted in empathy and curiosity as you move along the path of your life’s journey. As a therapist he often uses cognitive behavior and psychodynamic approaches and also finds the practice of mindfulness to be a helpful tool towards healing.

Jackie Samuel is a second year graduate student counselor in the Master of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Colorado Christian University. Jackie received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix. His thirteen-year experience as an Army medic and in working as a Patient Advocate for the last ten years allows him to sit with, see, and sense a client’s pain during some of their most difficult times. In this, his goal is to provide care and comfort. Being a veteran and having grown up and Army child affords Jackie the opportunity to draw from his experiences of visiting many states and countries and experiencing a variety of other cultures provides Jackie the ability to meet with people from all walks of life. 

Jackie also brings over a decade of youth ministry experience, during which he served as a teacher, mentor, and coach to young people. In the ministry of counseling, Jackie enjoys meeting people where they are and helping them process, see, feel, and believe that their history does not have to determine their destiny! 

Kimberly Anderson is a second-year graduate student in the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. She is an entrepreneur, a business owner, mother of two adult children, and grandmother of 3 dynamic little ones. Kimberly received her undergraduate degree in Organizational Leadership from Azusa Pacific University in California. Over the course of her professional career, Kimberly worked in senior leadership roles in higher education and non-profit administration, helping to develop leaders and healthy organizations. Already a mental health advocate, Kimberly moved from California to Colorado Springs in 2015 to develop a donation-based counseling center on the Westside, where she filled multiple roles. Kimberly has done her own work as a client in both individual and couples counseling. She knows what it is like to be stuck, feeling hopeless and she knows what it is like to experience the freedom that comes with healing. Kimberly places great value on people whose experiences, cultures, belief systems, and backgrounds are different from her own. She is committed to cultivating a safe environment for all clients and to providing multiculturally competent, gender-informed care for adolescents, adults, and couples seeking growth and change. 

Danyele is a Colorado native who enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and brand-new baby girl. She is currently in a master’s program, working on completing her degree in clinical counseling. Prior to attending CCU, she went to a small Bible College in Western Nebraska, and received her bachelors in Theology and Christian ministry. She has always wanted to be a counselor and has a strong desire to help others through the process of life.

Haley Chafé is a graduate student counselor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Colorado Christian University. Haley is a native of Washington State and also spent several years living overseas before moving to Colorado. Haley is passionate about creating a safe space for people from all walks of life to process their stories, feel known, and overcome past pain in order to thrive and live life to the fullest. Haley utilizes an evidence-based integrative approach to counseling and tailors every session to help each client reach their goals. She considers it an honor and privilege to walk alongside others and share in their journey.

Melody Daghfal is a second-year graduate student, working towards her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She believes every person has value and worth in this world, and therefore, strives to create a safe environment for clients to share their unique stories. By understanding their narrative, her hope is to help them identify their strengths to work through difficulties and hardship. Her desire is to come alongside clients, meet them where they are, support them, and offer insight into their journey of growth.

Tremaine Esser is a graduate student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Colorado Christian University. She also received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. She is currently a member of the Chi Sigma Iota honor society. Tremaine is a native of Virginia and spent time serving families and advocating for teenagers who struggle with mental, physical, and emotional hardships as a Residential and In-home counselor. Tremaine spent nine years as a military spouse. She spent most of her years traveling worldwide, meeting diverse individuals who have experienced similar events but walked different paths. Years later, Tremaine settled in the Colorado Springs area two years ago after enjoying a much-needed vacation. She currently works as a Direct Care Counselor with teenagers and young adults experiencing homelessness. Over the years, Tremaine has experienced pain and growth, learning through personal counseling and seeking God’s will. She believes everyone can change and grow no matter how great the sin. She is excited to serve and help those who feel they are walking this life alone. Tremaine has learned that although we face hardships, we are never alone because we have incredible resources like counseling and our Lord and Savior walking with us.

Sarah Brickens is a second-year graduate student working towards her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. She received her Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Philosophy at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Sarah is passionate about working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She believes that the therapeutic process can be fruitful by understanding how one’s past, family and social relationships, and thoughts and feelings are affecting one’s behavior and outlook on life. She seeks to empower clients to experience integration and holism, confidence, and healing within themselves. She loves incorporating mindfulness, grounding techniques, and art-based interventions within sessions. Sarah is committed to making clients feel safe while walking alongside them in their healing journey. For leisure, she loves to travel, hike, try new restaurants, and spend time with family and friends.  

Janis Cross is a second-year graduate student in the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. She has previously earned her Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) and has extensive experience in financial planning and management. Janis is a mother of three biological adult children and stepmother to three additional adults. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Respiratory Therapy from Quinnipiac University and her MBA from Long Island University. Janis moved from the east coast to Colorado Springs in 1993 and worked in senior leadership roles as a hospital administrator. She has experience building a successful business as a financial planner over the past 25 years.

Janis has done her work as a client in individual and couples counseling. She understands what it feels like to walk through a divorce, build a blended family, and be a single mom, and she has experienced the hope and freedom that comes from healing.

Janis believes all people have value and is committed to cultivating a safe environment for adolescents, adults, and couples seeking growth and change.

Kara Fisher is a graduate student at Colorado Christian University working on her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling emphasizing in Marriage and Family Therapy. She received her previous Master’s degree at the University of Utah in Therapeutic Recreation. She believes that our whole beings are affected by trauma and other life experiences. She takes a holistic approach to healing and uses creative as well as evidence-based tools to assist in the process of replacing systems that are less effective to more effective ones. She believes in the power of connection and uses a variety of techniques that help to increase the connection in your relationships. She uses Gottman Method techniques, Family Systems Theory techniques, Mindfulness skills, Emotional Focused Therapy skills, and Relational Life Training skills. She loves to be outside especially in the mountains. Kara enjoys hiking with her big dog and backpacking. She uses the power of nature when possible and a Strengths-Based approach.

Erin Winslow is a graduate student getting her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University. Erin received her bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. She served in the US Navy as a pilot for ten years. Her next career move took her to China where she studied Mandarin and taught Business English to Chinese college students. She returned to America and realized that her passion is for seeing people reach their potential and gain more self-awareness which drew her to the counseling field. She is excited to work with people connected to the military and takes a relational and existential approach to counseling.