Our Staff
Brooke Atkinson, LPC CPCS
Brooke currently has a waitlist, please let us know if you would like to be added to the waitlist.
Brooke Atkinson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) with over 20 years of experience in trauma-related fields and more than a decade in clinical counseling. She is the founder of ARC Counseling, where she provides faith-based, attachment-informed care to individuals, couples, and families.
Brooke specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, personality disorders, family dynamics, and relationship issues. Her diverse professional background includes roles as a law enforcement officer, expert witness, guardian ad litem, and counselor—equipping her with a multifaceted perspective on the complexities of trauma and its impact on mental health.
As a CPCS, Brooke provides clinical supervision to ARC’s unlicensed and provisionally licensed counselors. Clients who work with these clinicians benefit not only from their care and dedication but also from Brooke’s ongoing oversight and clinical input, ensuring layered support rooted in sound judgment and attachment-based practice.
Grounded in a biopsychosocial framework, Brooke’s therapeutic approach is shaped by attachment theory, guiding how she conceptualizes cases, fosters therapeutic alliance, and tailors interventions. She incorporates evidence-based modalities to meet the specific needs of each client, fostering meaningful and lasting change.
A passionate advocate for her clients and her field, Brooke is also committed to speaking and teaching on topics related to trauma, attachment, and counseling best practices. With a strong foundation in both education and leadership, she provides expert guidance to those navigating personal growth or complex mental health challenges.
Lisa Brown, LPC
Lisa currently has a waitlist, please let us know if you would like to be added to the waitlist.
Lisa Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Director of ARC Counseling. As the co-founder of ARC, she is a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to helping clients gain insight, clarity, and emotional stability as they navigate life’s complexities. Lisa works collaboratively with individuals to foster healing and growth, empowering them to overcome personal and relational challenges with confidence.
She is particularly passionate about working with clients who have had negative or ineffective therapy experiences in the past. She creates a warm, supportive environment where clients can rediscover the potential of therapy as a tool for lasting transformation. With a strong emphasis on trust and connection, Lisa builds relationships that allow clients to feel seen, safe, and empowered.
Her clinical approach integrates a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, exposure therapy, and attachment theory. Lisa tailors each treatment plan to the individual’s needs, ensuring that interventions are both practical and meaningful.
Lisa’s expertise includes supporting clients facing anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, trauma, addiction, family dynamics, and relationship struggles. She is particularly skilled at helping clients through major life transitions and has a strong interest in helping individuals build emotional resilience and relational health.
With a background in Biblical studies, Lisa is comfortable integrating faith into counseling when requested by the client. She works with teens, adults, and couples, and is known for her ability to help clients feel grounded, hopeful, and capable of meaningful change.
Alexandra Blair, LAPC
Alexandra currently has a waitlist. Please let us know if you would like to be added to the waitlist.
After growing up in small-town Texas surrounded by her sports-fanatic family, Alexandra headed to Texas A&M University where she had a lot of good, wholesome fun—and studied a little International Arts & Culture along the way. Post-grad, her journey led her across the globe to see what God is doing in His church worldwide, then to the beauty of Montana where she taught elementary Montessori and helped plant a church on a college campus.
Along the way, it became clear that one of Alexandra’s greatest gifts is simply being present with people. (Yes, she knows that sounds a bit obnoxious—feel free to laugh!) But truly, she’s seen God move through presence: asking good questions, listening well, and showing up with warmth. That love for walking alongside others in their hard places led her to pursue counseling through Dallas Theological Seminary, where she’s grateful to have studied the integration of Bible, theology, and psychology. That season deepened her understanding of God’s love—and her desire to share it with others.
At ARC, Alexandra works with women ages 15 thru 30. As she transitions to providing online-only counseling, she continues to offer a warm, welcoming space for clients to feel safe, known, and supported—no matter where they are located. She is passionate about helping clients navigate identity, life transitions, anxiety, depression, OCD-related concerns, and feeling “stuck.” Her approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in hope.
Alexandra welcomes clients from all faith backgrounds and is especially passionate about the well-being of the Church. She considers it a sacred honor to walk with fellow believers through challenging seasons and into greater freedom and flourishing.
Alexandra is clinically supervised by Brooke Atkinson, LPC, CPCS.
Hannah Palmer, LAPC
Hannah is passionate about supporting children and families through life’s challenges. She primarily works with children ages 11 and under, helping them navigate emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns in a way that is both fun and safe. Her clinical interests include anxiety, self-esteem, depression, anger, grief, life transitions, peer and sibling conflict, school-related struggles, and ADHD. She works to create a safe, engaging, and encouraging environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves and where families feel supported.
She is an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Hannah earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Christian Counseling with a minor in Marriage and Family Studies from Liberty University in 2021, and completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2024. She is currently pursuing certification as a Registered Play Therapist.
Grounded in her faith, Hannah’s approach is compassionate, collaborative, and playful. She believes in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them toward growth and healing.
Hannah has been married for three years and shares her home with Denver, her sweet and slobbery Bernese Mountain Dog who loves fetch and belly rubs. Outside of work, she and her husband enjoy spending time with friends and family, swimming, hiking, and traveling to the mountains.
Hannah is clinically supervised by Brooke Atkinson, LPC CPCS.
Sarah Morton, Counseling Intern
Sarah is a counseling intern pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Social Work at Liberty University. She is passionate about walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate life’s challenges, and is committed to creating a safe, compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.
Sarah has a strong foundation of experience in both behavioral health and child welfare. She previously worked at a residential behavioral modification program, where her desire to support others first took root. She went on to serve in the child welfare system in Hall and Dawson Counties, advocating for the best interests of children through the juvenile court system. Most recently, Sarah completed a clinical internship at Hall County Treatment Services, where she provided individual and group therapy for individuals facing addiction-related concerns.
Sarah draws from a variety of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, mindfulness practices, and attachment theory. Her clinical interests include working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relational challenges, and life transitions. She strives to approach every client with cultural sensitivity, curiosity, and respect for their unique background and experiences.
Sarah receives layered supervision through ARC Counseling, her licensed clinical social work supervisor, and her university program. This means each client she sees benefits from the insight and oversight of multiple professionals working together to support the therapeutic process.
Sarah is deeply committed to ongoing growth as a counselor. She regularly participates in clinical trainings, seminars, and supervision as she continues to build her skills.
Sarah is clinically supervised by Brooke Atkinson, LPC CPCS.
Anna Graham
As the office manager, Anna brings a strong foundation in business operations to the counseling practice, overseeing scheduling, billing, client communication, and ensuring the office runs smoothly. With a strong interest in the counseling field, Anna is passionate about supporting the clinical team and providing exceptional service to clients. Anna has nearly five years of business experience working for a local family business and is set to graduate in May with a bachelor's degree in Business Management.
Anna is dedicated to fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects the core principles of ARC—Authentic Relational Connections. She strives to ensure that every client feels comfortable, valued, and supported from the moment they walk through the door. By creating a space where individuals feel safe and understood, Anna helps set the foundation for meaningful therapeutic work. Her commitment to a client-centered approach ensures that the principles of empathy, respect, and trust are felt in every interaction.