JAYSON CURRY
Licensed professional counselor
Jayson’s passion for counseling comes from the journey of his own life. Jayson hopes to help people engage their own story and daily struggles they are experiencing. He is committed to making sure people feel known and seen while acting as a guide through the dark places this world seems to provide.
Jayson has been involved with art from a young age and enjoys bringing creative elements into the counseling room. Creative elements like painting, pictures, music, and the use of metaphor are all ways people can begin to express themselves in new and honest ways. Jayson hopes to continue using these artistic forms of counseling after experiencing how helpful they are in connecting and expressing emotions. He is certified in “First Aid Arts” which is an arts-based form of healing that helps people who have experienced forms of trauma.
Jayson has experience in working with clients working through trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, spiritual concerns, relationship issues, and family of origin issues. He enjoys working with adults and adolescents. Jayson is trained in EMDR counseling which is an extensively researched and effective treatment for trauma (including everyday traumas that can lead to depression).
Jayson graduated with his Master’s Degree in Counseling from Reformed Theological Seminary. He enjoys finding beautiful places to run and walk, listening to music, cooking food, watching documentaries, and spending time with his family.
If you would like to contact Jayson directly email him at Jaysoncurry15@gmail.com
ANNA FASANELLO
COUNSELING STUDENT INTERN (UNDER THE SUPERVISON OF KRISTINA CURRY, LPC-S)
Anna’s passion for counseling comes from her deep gratitude for the healing space she has experienced while sitting in front of a counselor during more difficult seasons of life. The ever-flowing and shifting experience of life can encompass joy, worry, hurt, beauty, and difficulty. Sometimes one at a time. Sometimes all at once. Anna believes that everyone is deserving of an empathetic witness to oneself and one's life. Everyone deserves to be seen, to be considered, to be heard, and for space to be held for them no matter the story they emerge from or the moments yet to come.
Anna has a passion for working with those experiencing major life transitions such as grief, loss, birth, postpartum, and new parenthood. Processing trauma is welcomed and held in this space. Anna also warmly affirms and supports clients in LGBTQAI+ communities.
Anna attended the University of Montevallo where she received her Bachelor's of Arts in Human Development and Family Sciences. She is now on the path to earning her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University.
You can contact Anna directly through email annafasanellocounseling@gmail.com
LEAH SANDERSON
COUNSELING STUDENT INTERN (UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF KRISTINA CURRY, LPC-S)
As a current student with Colorado Christian University pursuing her M.A. in Clinical Counseling, Leah has found that her desire is to bring hope and abundance to people who are in need of healing. Leah has seen this most at the nonprofit where she currently works, The WellHouse. As a counselor, she hopes to be a place of empowerment for those who wish to engage their stories more and find freedom. Leah works from a trauma-informed perspective and meets people where they are so they can be their most authentic selves. She is so excited to be working under Restoring Hope and to serve more people in Birmingham!
Leah has a passion for working with clients who want to engage with their family of origin, survivors of abuse, trauma and complex- PTSD, and StoryWork.
Leah can be reached directly by emailing her at lsanderson1@students.ccu.edu
KRISTINA CURRY
lICENSED Professional Counselor-Supervisor
Kristina’s passion for counseling comes from the redemption she has experienced walking through her own shattered dreams. Kristina has a deep desire to walk alongside people as they navigate their disappointments and struggles and search for hope in a world that can seem dark. She is committed to providing a safe and trusting environment where her clients are seen and accepted. Kristina has experience in working with clients working through trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, spiritual concerns, relationship issues, and family of origin issues. She enjoys working with adults. Kristina is trained in EMDR counseling which is an extensively researched and effective treatment for trauma (including everyday traumas that can lead to depression).
Kristina graduated with her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Reformed Theological Seminary. She enjoys running, drinking coffee, and connecting with her friends and family. Kristina and Jayson have been married since 2016 and have two children, ages 5 and 3. Kristina has enjoyed the the life changing joys of parenthood.
If you would like to contact Kristina directly email her at Kristinacurry16@gmail.com
EMMA ELLIS
Associate licensed counselor (Under Supervision of kristina Curry, LPC-s)
Emma’s passion for counseling comes from life experiences she has encountered personally. Through her own counseling journey, she has gained the coping skills and overall self-discovery that she had been struggling to regain. Most importantly, she found hope and healing in an emotionally healthy and vibrant way! With the proper tools, support, and hope, Emma believes that everyone can overcome the struggles and obstacles in life. Counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental environment to work through those difficult times and gain the tools needed in order to thrive in a healthy, emotional manner. Counseling can bring a strength and resiliency to move through each season of life with hope and healing.
Emma has always had a passion for teenagers and young adults because it is such a pivotal time in life that can be filled with grief, trauma, life-transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, and unprecedented amount of societal pressures. Emma has experience in working through these concerns and has seen counseling empower her clients in the most positive way and bring resiliency into their lives.
Emma attended Samford University in Birmingham where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Sciences. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Auburn University.
Emma is excited to be back in her favorite city doing what she loves. Her favorite things are family, friends, the beach and playing with her two dogs, Major and Charlie.
You can contact Emma directly through email eelliscounseling@gmail.com