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Our hearts, minds, and relationships all bear the weight of living in a broken world. Whether you’re carrying past wounds, navigating difficult relationships, overwhelming emotions, or simply feeling stuck, it’s easy to become weary trying to carry it all on your own.
At Orangewood, we believe Jesus is Emmanuel—”God with us.” He is present in every joy and every struggle, inviting us to find our hope and strength in Him.
Counseling is one way God brings healing and restoration. It provides a safe, compassionate space to process your story, experience God’s grace, and grow toward greater emotional, spiritual, and relational health.
The counselors below are trusted members of our congregation who each maintain their own private practice. We hope this resource helps you take the next step toward healing with confidence and hope.
Director of Journeys Counseling Center
School Graduated: Reformed Theological Seminary
Specialty: Individuals/Couples/Families
Age Range: Varies
Location of Practice: Maitland FL
School Graduated: Reformed Theological Seminary
Specialty: Individuals/Couples/Families
Age Range: Varies
Location of Practice: Maitland FL
Johnathan and his wife, Amy, moved to central Florida from northern Michigan 16 years ago and soon after discovered Orangewood. Johnathan is a former elder in the Presbyterian Church USA and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. He is a licensed clinical social worker, former school principal, coach and guidance counselor, and zoning official. He was the director of Behavioral Health Care at Grace Medical in Orlando. Johnathan and his wife have one son, a daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren: as well as two spoiled rescued dogs. He loves the beach, reading, and sports.
- School Graduated: Grand Valley State University
- Specialty: Specialty: ChildhoodlAdult Trauma/ Change in Life issues/ Anxiety|Stress/ Crisis of Faith Issues
- Age Range: 16+
- Location of Practice: Maitland FL & Telehealth
- Hobbies: I enjoy Golf, Football, NASCAR, College Sports (University of Michigan), Time at the Beach, In the Mountains, Time with my wife Amy; our son Noah & David and his family, Traveling, Yard work, and Kayaking
- School Graduated: University of Central Florida
- Specialty: Children/Parenting/Couples
- Age Range: 3+
- Location of Practice: Altamonte Springs FL
- Hobbies: I enjoy being in nature and outside and everything that comes along with it. My solace is being in the water or under the water, it brings me peace and joy.
- School Graduated: Palm Beach Atlantic University
- Specialty: Anxiety/Depression/Relationships/Trauma
- Age Range: 10+
- Location of Practice: Altamonte Springs
- Hobbies: Spending time with loved ones, Music, Movies, Games, Nerding out and spending way too long learning about random things I find interesting.
- School Graduated: Reformed Theological Seminary
- Specialty: EMDR, Couples, Perinatal
- Age Range: 13+
- Location of Practice: Maitland
- Hobbies: baking, crafting, lifting weights
- School Graduated: Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS)
- Specialty: Trauma/Adolescents/Gender and Sexuality
- Age Range: 10+
- Location of Practice: Journeys Counseling Clinic
- Hobbies: Reading and writing, cooking, thrifting, gardening
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Common Questions
What is Counseling
As stated above, we believe God desires for you to experience wholeness and restoration. A tool to seek this is through counseling. Counseling is a safe and loving space where God’s love meets you right where you are. You are invited to explore your heart and mind, discover God’s unfailing grace, and take steps toward becoming a healthy, whole person—emotionally, spiritually, and relationally.
Please keep in mind, counseling is more effective when it is used as a preventative measure versus reactionary. Consider reaching out before you’re in crisis.
What can counseling help with?
- Anxiety
- Addictions (Substance & Sexual)
- ADHD/ASD
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Divorce
- Grief
- Marital or relationship distress
- Ministry Burnout or stickiness
- Multicultural Issues
- Parenting
- Pre-marital
- Religion/spirituality
- Trauma
How much does therapy cost?
Depending on the experience and licensure of the counselor counseling on average can range from $90-$160/hr.
How do I know if I need counseling?
- You are the expert when it comes to knowing how you are doing and what is “normal”. If you find yourself in an abnormal situation behaviorally or emotionally, seeking a counselor may be a helpful option to address this.
- Something you can ask yourself: Is this issue causing significant distress or inhibiting life? AKA Is this issue preventing me from doing life (getting out of bed, going to work, socializing, etc). If so, this is your body telling you something needs tending to.
Our Deacons
We hope that our efforts and the efforts of those who serve with us will make you feel welcome here at Orangewood as we desire to be the face, voice, and hands of Jesus to our congregation and the wider community. We cannot do this alone, so we need the participation of the greater congregation.
Request Help
If you’re facing temporary financial hardship, our Deacons are here to help. Submit the confidential form below, and a Deacon will contact you soon.
Deacons Fund
Support members in need by giving to the Deacons Fund. You can contribute during Communion Sundays or anytime through our online giving platform or by designating “Deacons Fund” on your check.
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Join our Helping Hands Team to provide practical support for members in need through light yard work, small home projects, painting, and more.
