Karen Mercer, a seasoned Pastoral Counselor with a PhD, brings over 15 years of professional experience as a Christian counselor and an additional 30 years as a lay counselor in ministry. Her profound insights and dedication to her clients are rooted in a reliance on the Spirit’s guidance. Specializing in marital and premarital counseling, Karen is equipped to address a range of issues, particularly for those who have endured life-altering abuse, as well as those seeking redemption and healing as abusers. She passionately directs clients to the Word of God, guiding them towards liberation from hopelessness and despair, and embraces the joy of witnessing their journey towards the victorious life that the Lord intends for them. Her therapeutic modalities include family and marital counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and individual sessions, providing a holistic support system for adults and elders alike.