Wiley’s Pharmacy

This awesome event happens all over the country, and is coming locally to Lancaster county several dates this spring.  The winner will be able to choose which weekend they would like to getaway and enjoy time reconnecting with their spouse!  Watch the video to learn more about this great opportunity, and enter today!

• Hershey Feb. 24-26
• Poconos March 16-18 & March 22-25
• Washington DC April 13-15
• More times and locations available visit the Weekend to Remember website

Elaine received her Master of Social Work Degree from Widener University in 1998 with an emphasis in Clinical Social Work. Prior to that, she had been using her Bachelors Degree in Social Work within the health care field, specifically in the areas of illness, disability, death and dying. Elaine has experience working with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety and depression, especially as it relates to adjustment issues. She has an extensive background working with children, adults and groups coping with grief and loss. Elaine provides counseling support to many who are struggling with their self-esteem and meaning in life. She values and utilizes a holistic approach, connecting the emotional, physical, spiritual and cognitive functions in therapy.

Bruce received his B.A. in Biblical Education from Florida Bible College and his Master of Ministry from Lancaster Bible College & Grad School. He worked as a youth pastor, an associate pastor and a convalescent home chaplain. Bruce has experience with counseling and educating substance abusers and their families and currently specializes in counseling and educating families with children in crisis. His giftings include witnessing, teaching the Bible, counseling, composing music and writing lyrics. He loves to ride horses in his free time, even though he’s not so good at it.

Joe Lynch is a licensed Psychologist and has been working in the counseling field for the last 19 years. He received his doctorate from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in Counselor Education with a minor in Clinical Psychology and Research. He also holds a Master’s Degree in psychology from Radford University and a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology from Villanova University.

Carla received her Master of Social Work degree from Millersville/Shippensburg University in May of 2009.  Prior to joining the staff, Carla completed her internship for her degree through FRCC.
Carla has worked within the social work field for several years.  She has experience working with children and families, including pregnant and parenting teens, and child abuse issues.  She has also done group work such as life skills, drug and alcohol prevention, and bullying prevention in elementary and middle schools throughout the county.
Carla moved to Lancaster County in 1996 to continue her education.  She enjoys working with children and teaching Sunday school at her church.

Tom has been involved in pastoral ministry for over 25 years, in addition to serving in cross-cultural ministry in Mississippi. After graduating from Lancaster Bible College, he received his masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Evangelical Theological Seminary in Myerstown, Pa. Tom’s approach to therapy is from the intergenerational family systems model and also uses the cognitive-behavioral approach. He is available for marriage and family therapy, premarital counseling, individual counseling and anger management.

Tom and his wife, Thelma, live in Lancaster. They have three adult sons and a grandson. They enjoy the mountains together as well as visiting consignment shops.

Kay joined FRCC in May 2002 after working as a secretary for many years. Kay’s roles as intake coordinator and prayer ministry facilitator portray her heart to offer hope and encourage healing to all who come her way. She has received certification in pastoral counseling through Emerge Ministries and the American Association of Christian Counselors. She is credentialed through the International Board of Christian Counselors and is trained in inner healing.

Carmella Tress is a Psy.D. student at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She utilizes Empirically-Supported Treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in working with individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues including mental health problems and substance abuse. She practices from a Recovery-oriented perspective and enjoys practicing in a holistic manner with her clients. She obtained her Master’s of Science at Philadelphia Biblical University and her Bachelors of Arts at Millersville University.

When not in the office (or conducting her dissertation!), Carmella enjoys coffee, yoga, art, music, and her Yorkie, Gerald.

Roger joined the staff at FRCC in April 2007. Roger is a pastoral counselor with a bachelor’s degree in music from Queens University in Kingston, Ontario and a Master’s of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary with an emphasis on counseling. Before joining FRCC, he pastored from 1987 to 2008. Roger brings twenty years experience dealing with emotional, physical and sexual abuse, family, pre-marital and marital counseling as well as providing cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Rene joined the staff at FRCC in September 2006. Rene is a licensed social worker who received a bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis on human services and counseling from Liberty University. Rene received a master’s degree in social work from Temple University. Prior to joining FRCC, Rene worked at a children’s hospital providing services to families and children. Rene brings fourteen years of experience working with children, families, and young adults in healthcare, educational, and agency settings.