About Our Therapists
Therapy that is Clinically Sound and Biblically Supported
April is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and Supervisor through the North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from King College (now King University) in 1997. April studied Music Therapy at Radford University and continued her education to obtain a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University (Minneapolis, Minnesota).
April is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR; trauma focused therapy) and has a theological orientation consisting of both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client Centered Therapy. April has 18 years of mental health experience (one to one behavioral counseling, intensive in-home therapy, therapeutic foster care supervision and licensing preparation, group therapy and individual outpatient therapy).
April serves adolescents, and adults through telehealth at this time (will become hybrid beginning in April of this year). She has worked in a variety of settings including group practice, homes, schools, residential facilities and hospitals. She specializes in helping adolescents and adults struggling with mental health symptoms such as depression, trauma, anxiety, anger, social/relationship problems, difficulty with communication, mood disturbances, self-esteem and personal identity.
April believes in a strong, authentic therapeutic alliance between client and therapist and is committed to helping each individual overcome his/her struggles to accomplish personal goals.
We are excited to have Mrs. Roselyn McCoy join THE KOHLER GROUP, PLLC! Roselyn is a compassionate Christian Counselor who treats clients as equals, taking their concerns into account without judgment.
Roselyn received her AAS Degree in Human Service from Pitt Community College, her BS in Social Work and Gerontology as well as her MSW from East Carolina University, Greenville, NC. Trained in Social Work and having an extensive background in ministry, Roselyn incorporates an integrative approach using Solution Focused Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness techniques and biblical counsel. This allows her to tailor the treatment plan to fit each client’s unique strengths and challenges.
Roselyn has an extensive apostolic and pastoral ministry background where she has used her gifts to shepherd, minister and encourage God’s people through preaching, teaching, radio, and writing.
Roselyn is able to accept MedCost, BCBS/State Health Plan, Church Sponsored and Self Pay referrals.
Nancy is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Marshall University (West Virginia) and her Masters degree from Marshall University (formerly W. V. Graduate College).
Nancy is a rostered clinician in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) through North Carolina Child Treatment Program and a Clinical Member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (A.T.S.A). Nancy has been in the mental health field for over 20 years and has provided individual, family and group therapy, in home therapy, assessments and working with youth in the juvenile justice system as well as the foster care system.
Nancy works with children beginning at age 10, adolescents and adults. She specializes in TF-CBT/Cognitive Behavior Therapy, trauma, inappropriate sexualized behavior in youth, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, adjustment issues, coping/stress management, anger, self esteem, personal identity concerns, and more.
Nancy approaches counseling from a Christian world view and uses CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused techniques, Gestalt techniques and believes the relationship is the most powerful part of the counseling process.
We are pleased to have Grace McKensie Baker as a Counseling Intern for the year of 2023. Grace served as a Practicum Student (Fall 2022) from the University of Mount Olive, NC. She is in the process of completing her MS degree to become a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She will graduate in December 2023.
During Fall 2022, Grace worked alongside Barbara Kohler, MS, CRC LCMHC, NCC (Founder) where she had the opportunity to co-counsel adults under Barbara’s tutelage and begin to learn elements of re-decision therapy. Grace has worked with children in a Christian education setting in her local church. She is newly trained in Sand Tray Therapy and is accepting referrals for children and adults.
If you are interested in working with Grace, please call Gabrielle Boone our Referral Coordinator at 252-758-8636 or email her at Referrals@thekohlergroup.net.
Grace has a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior and serves at her local church – Ayden Original Free Will Baptist Church. Grace is the proud owner of Winston, her male fur baby, a Blue Merle, Miniature Australian Shepherd.
Karen C. Albrecht is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS), and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). She has a dual Master of Science degree in Counseling and Vocational Evaluation. Karen has over 19 years of experience serving as a Deaf Blind Specialist, Rehabilitation Counselor, and Child Parent Psychotherapist to adults and children, and providing services for individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf Blind, and with multiple disabilities.
Karen has clinical experience working with adults, college students, and children experiencing adjustment issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, and substance abuse. She embraces a holistic approach to therapy by focusing on the application of God’s Word and walking in God’s Spirit. Karen is passionate about facilitating healing in clients based on a Gospel-oriented worldview. She is trained in several therapeutic modalities. Her primary techniques used are Redecision Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Heart Sync, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Mrs. Lawson Davis Dixon served as our Graduate Counseling Student Intern in 2022 and earned her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP). She is undergoing the process to receive her Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (Provisional License) early this year and we hope to have her joining us by February/March 2023.
Lawson completed her practicum here at THE KOHLER GROUP, PLLC gaining professional Christian counseling experience. Lawson had the opportunity to co-counsel teens and adults alongside Barbara Kohler, MS, CRC, LCMHC, NCC, Clinician and Founder. Lawson also led Godly Transitions, a psychoeducational group offering Christian high school students a means to build a practical faith bridge to college, thereby helping these teens maintain their Christian beliefs as they transition to college.
Lawson obtained her BS in Social Work from ECU, Greenville, NC. Through her BSW degree, she had the opportunity to work in the public school system, developing skills to work with adolescent teens and young adults. Lawson has been involved in church throughout her life and has a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. She and her husband, Gray attend Opendoor Church in Winterville, NC. They are proud owners of Lambie, their female fur baby who is a mini golden doodle.
Gabby earned her Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information Technology in 2021 from Pitt Community College, Greenville, NC. Gabby completed her clinicals at ECU Health Medical Center. She is currently studying to earn her certification to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Gabby attends her home church Lighthouse of Deliverance in Roanoke Rapids, NC and has a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ. She is very empathetic and is wonderful at helping clients find the right therapist.
To set up an appointment with a clinician, email Gabby at referrals@thekohlergroup.net or text/call her at 252.758.8636.
Barbara Kohler is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Ordained Christian Minister and Singer/Songwriter. Barbara uses a Christ centered approach in working with clients. Applying biblical counsel-in a grace oriented style-has proven to bring about lasting change in those who desire emotional and spiritual healing. Barbara is best known for her work with trauma survivors. She is trained in several modalities. Her primary techniques employed are Re-decision Therapy, Advanced Integrative Therapy and Heart Sync.
Barbara Kohler is ordained through Kingdom Business Association, a ministry of MorningStar Ministries out of Fort Mill, SC. Barbara has over 27 years professional counseling experience in several different venues. She has ministered in Eastern United States from New York to Florida as well as Italy and Greece. You can hear Barbara’s recording project Through the Eyes of the Father at iTunes and CDBaby.com. Barbara is the founder of Barbara Kohler Seminars, PLLC which provides Therapy Intensives, and personal growth and development teaching from a Biblical world view. Her teaching can be found on the seminar Facebook page, You Tube, and thekohlergroup.net.
