Get to know our team

Choosing the right counselor

Choosing a counselor is like choosing an advisor. You want to choose someone who has expertise in the areas you are concerned about, and more expertise than you have. You want to find someone you can get along with, trust, and feel comfortable talking to.

Counselors are people, too. They aren’t magicians, and they aren’t God. They can’t read your mind or “fix” your life.

What they can do is listen to you, while showing concern, compassion, and confidentiality. A counselor can guide you in the right directions and encourage you in your pursuit of God and healing for your emotional and psychological pain. A counselor can walk you through troubles in a relationship and challenge you to grow beyond where you are now.

When choosing a counselor, choose someone you feel can relate to you. When you first talk on the telephone, ask some initial questions about their personal values and beliefs. Similar values and beliefs are important in a counseling relationship.

Be honest with your counselor and the receptionist about what you are looking for in a counselor. Unlike a doctor, who sees you and prescribes medication in 10-15 minutes, you will be spending 45-50 minutes each session with your counselor. You want to be able to form an attachment to this person, so if the first person you see doesn’t seem right, ask to see someone else! It’s okay to keep trying.

Meet our counselors

  • Shante Fluker

    Executive Director, MS, BCCC

    Shante Fluker serves as Executive Director of Eagles Landing Christian Counseling Center (ELCCC), leading in obedience to God and under the direction of the Holy Spirit.

  • R. Denice Colson

    Emeritus Clinical Director, PhD, LPC, MAC, CPCS, CCS

    A Licensed Professional Counselor and Master Addiction Counselor, Dr. Colson has faithfully contributed to the counseling field since 1982.

  • Wendy Coots

    Nurse Practitioner

    Wendy Howard Coots is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience as a Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner.

  • Terry Hash

    Counselor, MS, LPC

    Mr. Hash is the Pastoral Care Minister. He began serving in the counseling field in 1993. He specializes in marital, pre-marital, and trauma-related concerns.

  • Melissa Smith

    Counselor, MA, BCCC

    Melissa specializes in resolving soul wounds & trauma symptoms at the root level as a 12STR certified facilitator in addition to assisting those struggling with codependency & relationship concerns.

  • Jennifer Teague

    Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP

    Mrs. Teague, a licensed counselor who has an MA in Psychology and a Master’s in Christian Counseling is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. Mrs. Teague has 20+ years experience working with clients of all ages from various backgrounds

  • Tommy Snow

    Counselor, PhD, LPC, FVIP, CAMS, MRT

    Dr. Snow is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Conflict Resolution, Certified Anger Management Specialist, a certified Moral Reconation Therapy facilitator, and a Georgia Certified Domestic Violence Facilitator. He also specializes in and has a heart for working with pastors.

  • Amanda Walden

    Counselor, MA LPC, NCC

    Ms. Walden has over fifteen years of experience in the counseling field with a background of working with clients of all ages. She is experienced in addressing an array of issues, including unresolved trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress.

  • Staci Stephens

    Counselor, LPC, RPT

    Staci Stephens received her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. She is a licensed professional counselor and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) specializing in work with children and their families

  • Priscilla Cheng

    Counselor, PhD, LPC

    Dr. Priscilla Cheng holds a Master’s in Professional counseling and a Ph. D in "Human Behavior" with research interests in breast cancer, social support, and post-recovery. Specializing in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, relational issues, spiritual concerns, trauma, addictions, eating disorders, body image dissatisfaction/disturbances and much more.

  • LaFreya Ponder

    Counselor, MS

    LaFreya Ponder is a Christian counselor committed to serving teenagers (ages 13 and older), couples, and families through evidence-based counseling grounded in biblical principles.

  • Amy Kephart

    Counselor, MS

    Amy holds a Master of Science Degree in Counseling and specializes in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. Amy also holds a certification in Biblical Counseling from the Association of Biblical Counselors.

  • Shannon Galloway

    Counselor, MSW

    Shannon is a recent graduate of Walden University. She has a MA in Psychology and Human Behavior and a Master of Advanced Clinical Social Work. She is experienced in working with individuals, families, adolescents and couples.

  • Mikala A. Legako

    Counselor, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist

    Dr. Mikala A. Legako is a licensed psychologist in Georgia. She is a counselor and she performs complete psychological evaluations, which include various forms of testing like IQ, achievement, personality & mood measures, adaptive functioning, mental status, neuropsychological screens, including assessment for dementias.

  • Charnet Clark

    Counselor, MS

    Charnet is a graduate of Capella University with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy Counseling.

  • Emily Puckett

    Counselor, M.Ed, LPC

    Emily Puckett is a licensed professional counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of West Georgia. Emily works with individuals of all ages including littles (9+), teens, and adults dealing with trauma, grief, depression, stress, conflict, and anxiety.

  • Kara Clark

    Counselor, MA

    Kara obtained a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Kara specializes in trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, stress management, communication skills, and life changes.

  • Michael Hildreth

    Counselor, MDiv

    Michael holds a Diploma in Linguistics, Bachelor’s degrees in Theology and Biblical Counseling, and a Master of Divinity. He is pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University and has numerous certifications from military and law enforcement.

  • Monica Bryant

    Counselor, MA, LPC

    Monica is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for working with children and women. She earned her Master of Arts in Counseling in Clinical Mental Health from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Monica creates a warm, welcoming environment where children and women feel seen, heard, and supported.

  • Shashondalyn "Shanay" Samuels

    Counselor, M.Ed, Ed.S., LPC, NCC, CAMS-II, CGS

    Shashondalyn “Shanay” Samuels is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Trauma Specialist, who is passionate about helping individuals experience emotional healing, personal transformation, and spiritual restoration.

  • Earl Miller

    Pastoral Counselor

    Earl Miller brings more than 20 years of pastoral counseling experience in both clinical and ministerial settings. He holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master’s in Organizational Leadership. Earl is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, certified by the Georgia Board for Christian Counselors, and serves as a certified facilitator and trainer for the Prepare/Enrich relationship assessment.

  • Clara Warren

    Counselor, MA

    Clara Warren holds an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University. She is an Associate Professional Counselor who works with adults (18+) navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, emotional abuse, and struggles with self-esteem or self-worth.

  • Tiffany Wilson

    Counselor, LMFT, LCDC, LSOTP

    As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP), Tiffany specializes in helping clients cultivate inner peace, improve relationships, and gain fresh perspectives.

  • Cameika Shelley

    Counselor, MS

    As a licensed pastoral counselor with many years of experience, Cameika combines therapy with spiritual insights to address both psychological and spiritual aspects of mental health.

  • Teia English

    Counselor, MS

    Dr. Teia English is a dedicated Counselor-in-Training at Eagles Landing Christian Counseling Center with a strong foundation in both faith-based and clinical practice.

  • April Healy

    Intern

    April is experienced in addressing an array of issues, including existentialism, trauma, sports, family systems, anxiety, depression, church hurt, communication issues, grief/loss, and relational hurt. She works with clients of all ages including, couples, individuals, teens, kids, athletes, and ministry leaders. 

  • Yasmin Holmes

    Intern

    Yasmin has experience as a Crisis Intervention Officer when she served as a police officer on the previously named Savannah-Chatham Police Department.

The care you need