Stacey Lewis, LPC

Owner
Child & Family Therapist

Opening my own private practice has been a life-long dream of mine. Even in high school, I remember knowing I wanted to be a child psychologist someday. While I didn’t exactly know all that it would entail, I knew I wanted to work with children who were hurting. ​

I went on to get my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from a small, private Christian university called Harding. After graduation, I worked for various counseling agencies, always with the dream of opening my own practice. Of course, life has a way of interrupting plans.

The moment I held my first child, I decided to put my professional dreams on hold. It was love at first sight with my son, and I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom in the biggest way. My husband and I ended up having three awesome boys, and I was home with them for 13 years.

During the 13th year, however, my desire grew to get back into counseling. I went back to school at Liberty University and completed my MA in professional counseling. During this time I worked for several counseling agencies with the goal of becoming licensed and setting up a practice.  Eventually both of these dreams came true. I feel so blessed!

​My heart began stirring for Seeds of Hope back in 2016 while I was working as a school counselor.  I realized many kids had lots of emotional needs that were not being met.  I noticed a need for more counseling agencies specialized in creative therapies designed for kids & teens.  I began brainstorming ways I could help with that in the community I lived in.  In 2017, I opened Seeds of Hope and began seeing clients in my home office. My clientele steadily grew to the point in which my family wanted me out of the house.  They gave me the push I needed to find a new location. I am so thankful they did!  Exactly a year later in 2018, I opened up a new office in downtown Shrewsbury, PA.  It was a perfect, cute little place for the time.  I quickly saw the need, however, to hire another therapist to help with the growing demand of clients.  God instead supplied me with two amazing therapists and when both of them were booked our little space became too little.  Even though I wasn't quite ready to move on, God pushed me forward by opening up a bigger space right next door exactly another year later in 2019.  I am so thankful the Lord guided me to this equally adorable and again perfect destination! I have no doubt it was His plan all along!  Our team at Seeds continues to grow!  We began by offering child therapy, but expanded in 2020 to offer therapies for everyone in the family. Our mission has grown bigger and we are continually looking for Gods direction.  We are excited to see what will happen in 2021!

Katrina Spencer, MA

Child & Family Therapist

I always knew my calling in life was working with people, especially children.  There is nothing more significant to me than walking alongside children as they become the best versions of themselves – the unique and beautiful people God created them to be.
With this passion planted in my heart, I earned a BA in Psychology from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA and a MA in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore.  I also spent a glorious semester studying abroad in London, England as part of Higher Education in Europe.

My many years of experience working with children and families has encompassed a number of different settings: residential treatment center, treatment foster care, and a group home setting for males coming out of the juvenile justice system.  I have also provided crisis counseling for women and children in domestic violence situations.
For the past six years, I have home schooled my own two children.  This has been a blessing to them as well as to me.  I have loved being a part of their educational journey and fueling their desire to learn and grow!
When not working or teaching, I enjoy spending time exploring and adventuring with my family, soaking up God’s glorious creation, and reading and learning as much as I can about this amazing world and its diverse people.
I look forward to working with each family and child God brings my way here at Seeds of Hope!

Bekah Myers, LSW

Child & Family Therapist

 Hi! My name is Bekah and I am a licensed social worker.  I have worked in the field doing community mental health, military social work and research for the last 3 years but found my love of working with children and teens through my time as a school-based therapist.  Recently, I felt God calling me to take my passion to a place where His presence is always present.  I am so excited to be joining Seeds of Hope to follow this calling, and I cannot wait to work with your children.

I received my Bachelor's Degree in Applied Psychology at NYU and went on to specialize in military social work at the University of South Carolina for my Master's degree.  Through positive and negative life experiences during this time, I truly realized the love and grace of God in my life.  I thank God every day for these experiences and I believe all I have been through will help me in this new position. I feel most called to do this work from play therapy and cognitive-behavioral frameworks but am always willing to tailor our sessions to your child's needs.  

When I am not doing therapy, I am a happy dog mom of two rescue pups and spend most of my time with them and my fiancé.  I also find myself sitting on the porch swing reading, crocheting and having dance parties while cleaning the house.  Back when I was a cheerleader, I developed an optimistic, enthusiastic and passionate way of living.  I can't wait to share this God-given joy with your family! 

 Dr. Danielle Whitebread,
​ Ed.D., MA, CATP

Child & Family Therapist

 Hi! I'm Danielle. I am married and have 3 rowdy but sweet boys who keep me very busy.  I love spending time with family, gardening and generally anything outdoors.  My family has a farm and pond where we spend a lot of time together working, planting, raising animals, fishing and just hanging out.

I have been working in the mental health field for about 12 years now and have found my passion in working with children, adolescents and their families.  I graduated in 2012 with my Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences and Psychology.  After a few years of working in the field, my son was diagnosed with brain cancer and I ended up leaving my job to take care of him.  After everything we had experienced with him, I decided I wanted to help children and their families get through the most challenging times in their lives.  I received my Master's degree in Counseling and Trauma from Liberty University and went on to pursue my Doctorate in Education.  My original goal was to work with the school systems to provide more trauma-informed care and mental health awareness, but I wanted to continue working directly with children and their families which led me back to counseling.

My approach to therapy is very client-centered, and I love watching clients grow through what they go through.  I have several years of intensive training in Collaborative Problem Solving which has helped me help others with their problem solving.   I love watching my clients learn and grow throughout the entire therapeutic process and beyond.  After all, the day you plant the seed isn't the day you eat the fruit.  I am so excited to begin seed planting at Seeds of Hope!

Melissa Houck, MS
Child & Family Therapist

​Hi!  My name is Melissa and I am a proud mama of three rambunctious boys.  I am officially out-numbered at home.  Family is very important to me.  That is why I knew from a young age I wanted to be a part of helping families grow together.  I truly believe God has called me to help kids grow and bloom within their family unit.  I have been working in the field of counseling for over ten years.  I began as a bachelor level family-based therapist and progressed into outpatient therapy once I received my Master’s degree.  I have worked with children from all different backgrounds always with the goal of helping them strengthen their identities, overcome hardships and trauma and become their best selves. 

 I love seeing clients realize their own potential and self-worth.  I want them to know their value and the love God has for them.  I recently decided I was ready for a career change and Seeds of Hope was just the opportunity I was looking for.  I am excited to be a part of such a welcoming team!  I look forward to working with each family that comes my way.  I am excited to be a part of your healing journey and know God has great things planned!

Carla Chambers, LPC, M. Ed
Marriage Counselor

​I share life with Greg, my husband of 39 years. We live in Stewartstown and are blessed with 3 lovely daughters, their men and 5 precious grandchildren.  Life is rich and fun with a lot of family time and laughter.  As I step into Seeds of Hope as a marriage counselor, I am excited for the families that will be affected. I am confident that honest, healthy marriages are wanted and I experience such joy in sharing perspective with others as they navigate relationship. It is exciting to be involved with others here at SOH working to support and walk with families as needed. 

I have enjoyed various opportunities to counsel upon receiving my degree from Loyola University in Maryland.  God has been so faithful, allowing growth in my personal walk which affected my career choices as well.  I worked in the Red Lion school district for 13 years as a liaison for struggling students and alternative education choices.  I spent a year in a private school setting and worked through a grant, again providing direction for the at-risk youth.  I was in private practice for several years and am now providing counselors and families supervision through House of Hope. Each decision was bathed in prayer and obedience. As God leads, I choose to follow trusting Him for His perfect timing.
 
Ps 147:11 The Lord delights in those who revere Him, who put their HOPE in His unfailing love.

Bethany Lippy, MATS
Director of Family Programs

My husband and I have been married for nineteen years and together we have two boys ages 14 and 11. Both of our boy’s love sports, so I spend a good amount of my time cheering them on from the sidelines; however, when I get a chance, I love to run and read.

My Faith has always been a foundational part of my life. Throughout my time in youth ministry, women’s ministry, and seminary, I have had the opportunity to provide pastoral shepherding and counseling to women, parents, and students in various stages of spiritual growth and seasons of life. I have also had the opportunity to develop and teach multiple small group Bible studies as well as provide biblically grounded parenting resources. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies and Psychology and a Master of Arts in Theological Studies.

As I continue my own spiritual journey, I find myself in awe that the God of the Universe would desire to have a personal relationship with each one of us. This spiritual truth has developed in me a desire to communicate the truth of who God is and the role that He wants to play in our lives. As an individual who is passionate about developing disciples and deeply committed to the Word of God, I am thrilled to join Seeds of Hope. I will be offering counseling & discipleship for women as well as parenting help.  I am excited also to work with teens as they hold a special place in my heart!

Chris Lewis
Coach, Director of Men's Ministry

​Hi! I’m Coach Chris. I have worked with many boys over the years on the football field, wrestling mat and on the water wakeboarding/skiing/surfing and many still call me coach to this day. My goal in coaching boys has always been to first teach them about life, and then teach them about the sport. As my boys are older now, I see my role changing from coaching
boys to coaching men and I am excited to join Seeds of Hope to launch their men’s coaching ministry.

Professionally, I have spent most of my career as a Commercial Lender. I enjoy my work, have traveled extensively around the country, and closed many successful client relationships. Throughout my career I have been an influencer in the business world, but my desire has always been to influence in a deeper way. I have a missionary heart. I grew up on the mission field in Brazil and lived there for half my childhood. My life experience overseas influenced me in many ways. Probably the biggest way is that I learned how to love people, all people and appreciate their differences. This has helped me in my career and also as a coach. I see the value of every player and I also see the value of every man. A man’s role in their family is vital, but today’s world has tried to devalue us and our importance. We have been told to lay down and many men have stopped leading. My vision is to help men wake up, through coaching, so they can fulfill their leadership roles in their homes and communities.

I am not a therapist like all the other great ladies at Seeds of Hope, but I believe our community needs a men’s coaching ministry and I feel called to lead it. I want to teach men to lay down the things they need to- like strongholds and pride. More importantly, we need to rise up and lead our families with honor, find joy in our relationships again and courage to stand for our faith. At Seeds of Hope, I will be seeing men individually with the goal of walking together towards real life change. If you are ready to be put back into the game and you need a little coaching, make the first play and give me a call!

Come join the fun and play therapy with us!