Our Counselors

Terri McGarry, LPC

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Terri is known for her approachability and authenticity. She blends humor and empathy with an unwavering commitment to evidence-based practices and scientific principles.

Terri received her Master’s in Counseling from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, where she learned to integrate rigorous biblical studies with the most recent science on mental health. She received the school’s highest honor, the Presidential Award for Academic Achievement and Contribution to the Seminary. Her studies were focused on marriage and family and advanced issues in child counseling.

Additionally, as a family pastor she is skilled in spiritual formation and life coaching. She understands the unique needs of those in ministry and is trained to provide healing from religious trauma. She has worked in ministry with children, families, and marriages for 30 years. As a former publisher of Livingston Parent Journal, she developed a passion to help families in our community to be whole and healthy. Terri’s experience includes helping with child behavioral concerns, achieving marital harmony, divorce adjustment, anxiety, OCD, depression and grief.

In Terri’s spare time you’ll find her laughing with her grandchildren, reading a science journal, watching stand-up comedy with her son, or taking a walk to the book shop with her husband of 30 years.

Susan Cumings, LPC

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Susan offers compassion, authenticity and collaboration, providing a supportive space to explore your concerns and discover hope and meaning in times of difficulty and stress. Her counseling approach is strengths-based and solution-focused. She’ll work with you to discover your inner strengths and abilities, and then choose the appropriate therapy to best achieve the goals you set together.

She has experience helping people who struggle with grief, anger management, crisis pregnancy, chronic pain and illness, childhood sexual abuse, separation and divorce, and Reactive Attachment Disorder. She has worked with at-risk teens as well as rape and trauma survivors. She can provide Alzheimer's and dementia support.

Susan received a M.A. in Counseling from Westminster Theological Seminary and a graduate Certificate of Advanced Professional Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary. She also pursued additional training in pre and post adoption support, play therapy, ADHD, and marriage counseling.

For those who consider their faith an important part of how they view life’s events and make decisions for their future, Susan also offers Christian Counseling as an option. Using the best, most consistently effective tools available, Susan helps Christians live the fulfilling lives God desires for them as they follow Christ in all areas of their lives, even in the midst of hard realities.

Jeromy Krogman, LPC

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Jeromy Krogman received his Master's in Counseling from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. He received specialized training in marriage counseling from, and was certified by, Prepare/Enrich. He has a relaxed personality, which makes him easy to talk to. He works with a wide range of clients but specializes in helping those with OCD and anxiety. He is certified in helping couples work through their communication and relationship struggles, marriage infidelity and financial hardship. He also specializes in working through men's struggles.

Jeromy counsels with the concept that "No two people are alike." He has helped people overcome OCD and other anxiety issues, as well as family problems, depression, addiction, and many other difficulties. Through all of this, Jeromy helps people lead a happier and more fulfilling life.

Jasmine Burgess, LPC

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Jasmine Burgess earned her MA in Counseling Psychology from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, where she learned to integrate science with biblical principles. She works in an eclectic style using CBT, Strengths Based and Person Centered techniques to help her clients reach their goals. She is known for authenticity, compassion, and honesty with a commitment to evidence-based practices.

 Jasmine’s experience includes child behavior, depression, anxiety, marriage, communication, identity, spiritual warfare and self-esteem.  Her favorite population to work with is women, rebuilding their self-worth and identity.

 In her personal time, Jasmine loves to volunteer at her church where she leads women’s bible study and teaches Sunday school.  She also loves to paint, read, bake and spend time with her husband and rescue cat, Jasper.

Ken Tribley, LPC

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Ken views counseling as a process that requires hard work and patience. He takes pride in walking alongside his clients, empowering them to make the changes they feel are right for their lives. Ken is passionate about understanding and supporting the everyday struggles we all face. He values building a strong therapeutic relationship and enjoys using humor and authentic conversation to foster connection and trust.

Ken is a Limited License Counselor in the state of Michigan and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, giving him specialized knowledge and experience in working with individuals with disabilities. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Central Michigan University and a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling from Michigan State University. Ken has been practicing as a therapist since 2023.

Ken enjoys playing video games and spending time with his friends and family. He also enjoys wood burning and antiquing. 

Katharine Wise, LLC

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Katharine is passionate about cultivating healthy family and intimate relationships. Her calm, thoughtful manner and collaborative approach create a safe space to explore your challenges or concerns. She will listen to your story, help you focus on your values, and build on your innate gifts and strengths to create the life and relationships you desire.

Katharine has an undergraduate degree in psychology, graduate work in education, and a Master of Arts in counseling at Spring Arbor University. To her practice, she brings experience running support groups for new mothers, coaching teens in teamwork and creative problem-solving, and working with culturally-diverse children.

A homeschooling mother of five sons and wife of nearly 30 years, Katharine delights in gardening, long walks around town, and playing games with her sons; however, her greatest pleasure is reading aloud with her family.

Kendra Coates,
LLMSW

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Kendra believes in creating a compassionate, grounded, and authentic space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and grow. She takes a client-centered, eclectic approach, integrating holistic and evidence-based practices. Kendra values the courage it takes to seek support and strives to empower her clients through collaborative healing.

She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Northern Arizona University and is currently completing her Master of Social Work at the University of Michigan, specializing in Interpersonal Practice. Kendra is passionate about supporting parents, individuals with chronic illnesses, and neurodivergent individuals.

Kendra lives with her husband, two sons whom she homeschools, two cats, and two dogs. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and finding joy in quiet, creative moments.

Kaylee Hodgson, LLMSW

Counselor in Mason, MI.

Kaylee has an undergraduate degree in elementary education and is working towards her Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Spring Arbor University, where she is learning to integrate faith and evidence-based practices. She believes in a holistic approach to counseling, which is an integrative approach to psychotherapy that treats the whole person: mind, body, heart, and spirit. Holistic therapy goes beyond treating just symptoms and strives to create long-term healing and wellness by addressing the root cause of your challenges. Kaylee is passionate about the role nutrition and movement plays in our mental health and overall well being. 

 Kaylee has spent the last 10+ years working with kids of all ages in various settings.  Kaylee’s experience includes helping with child behavioral concerns, academic support, communication, youth suicide support, eating disorders, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, bipolar, perinatal support, parenting support, and marriage support. Her favorite populations to work with are young adults, women, pre/postpartum mothers, and new parents. 

In her free time, Kaylee loves to volunteer at her church where she helps with community outreach, women’s ministry, and Sunday school. She enjoys reading, crafting, cooking, baking, outdoor adventures, board games, and spending time with her husband and two children.

Natalie, Office Administrator

Natalie is your first point of contact, connecting you with the right therapist for your needs, scheduling your appointments and helping you with insurance and billing questions. She keeps things running smooth at our office with her attention to detail and efficient administration.

Natalie lives with her husband and son. She is actively involved in her special needs son’s care, appointments, school and activities. When she is not at the office, you will find her mowing, farming, splitting wood and probably answering the business line with her 28 chickens and ducks quacking in the background.

Nicole, Administrative Assistant

Nicole approaches every conversation with care and compassion. She coordinates appointments, answers your questions, and helps you connect with our counselors. 

When she’s not taking your calls, she’s the boss mom of two feral children. She is a homesteader with 16 acres of dairy goats, fiber alpacas, egg laying chickens and ducks, retired horses, honey bees, and maple syrup. Nicole harnesses her ADD to start many craft projects, which she enjoys. She loves all things colorful and all things dog.