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The Family Counseling Center 104 E. High Street Manchester, TN 37355 931.723.0380 www.victory4families .org FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER It’s been a long time coming but our news letter is finally here. I want to thank Trish Miller and Linda Langham for their hard work and many hours of planning and design to give FCC a new tool to reach out to our friends, clients and community about what God is doing through FCC. The Family Counseling Center has grown greatly over the past 13 years from a small office with one counselor to four offices with nine Christian counselors. This growth could not be accomplished without the prayers and many hours of selfless work by our Board of Directors and Board Chairman Ron Fuller. Our current board meets every other month to lend their expertise to the mission of FCC. They also help market and build financial support for the ministries/services of FCC. Our Board Chairman and I meet weekly for over two hours to help build a strong organization and a better equipped Executive Director. Over the past two years the Center has grown faster than at any other time in our history. This growth could not have been accomplished without a great support person. That person is Shelia Robertson. Her caring, loving attitude and professional office skills are second to none. She is literally the voice of FCC-- the first contact most people have with us. Shelia has been able to manage all of our offices and counselors, but with increasing difficulty due to the growth of the Center. In October we hired Trish Miller to work with and under the direction of Shelia, to help manage the growing work load. Trish will also work as our project coordinator especially for our newsletter and new website. I believe God has provided FCC with a great staff, whose hearts are geared to the hurting in our area. I am very excited about our new counselors that have joined FCC. Jennifer Loh, Trish Miller, and just this past week, Angie Rogers has joined our staff and will serve in our Winchester office. These join a staff of wonderful counselors: Jerry Jochem, Rhonda Saylor, Cynthia Cox, and Linda Langham. Together FCC can boldly move into the future to make a difference in the lives of those hurting, lonely, and depressed in Southern Middle Tennessee For me it is a joy to serve where God’s love is shown each and everyday. Please keep FCC and everyone serving here in your daily prayers. In Christ, David O. Pate Executive Director A Word from Our Executive Director ~ In This Issue: Executive Director's Report.................... Page 1 Helping Someone You Love in Their Time of Need........................................................ Page 2 Warning Signs Of Suicide...................... Page 2 Meet Our New Counselors..................... Page 3 Upcoming Events & Support Groups..... Page 3 Professional Services.............................. Page 3 Prayer List.............................................. Page 4 NOVEMBER 2012 VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1 F.C.C. Board of Directors: Ron Fuller ............................ Board Chairman Gary Cordell ........................ Treasurer Gary Jindrak ........................ Board Member Sherry Vinson ...................... Board Member David Pate ...................F.C.C. Executive Director Linda Langham ............F.C.C. Clinical Director
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The Family Counseling Center
104 E. High StreetManchester, TN 37355 931.723.0380www.victory4families .org
FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER
It’s been a long time coming but our news letter is finally here. I want to thank Trish Miller and Linda Langham for their hard work and many hours of planning and design to give FCC a new tool to reach out to our friends, clients and community about what God is doing through FCC.
The Family Counseling Center has grown greatly over the past 13 years from a small office with one counselor to four offices with nine Christian counselors. This growth could not be accomplished without the prayers and many hours of selfless work by our Board of Directors and Board Chairman Ron Fuller. Our current board meets every other month to lend their expertise to the mission of FCC. They also help market and build financial support for the ministries/services of FCC. Our Board Chairman and I meet weekly for over two hours to help build a strong organization and a better equipped Executive Director.
Over the past two years the Center has grown faster than at any other time in our history. This growth could not have been accomplished without a great support person. That person is Shelia Robertson. Her caring, loving attitude and professional office skills are second to none. She is literally the voice of FCC-- the first contact most people have with us. Shelia has been able to manage all of our offices and counselors, but with increasing difficulty due to the growth of the Center. In October we hired Trish Miller to work with and under the direction of Shelia, to help manage the growing work load. Trish will also work as our project coordinator especially for our newsletter and new website.
I believe God has provided FCC with a great staff, whose hearts are geared to the hurting in our area. I am very excited about our new counselors that have joined FCC. Jennifer Loh, Trish Miller, and just this past week, Angie Rogers has joined our staff and will serve in our Winchester office. These join a staff of wonderful counselors: Jerry Jochem, Rhonda Saylor, Cynthia Cox, and Linda Langham. Together FCC can boldly move into the future to make a difference in the lives of those hurting, lonely, and depressed in Southern Middle Tennessee
For me it is a joy to serve where God’s love is shown each and everyday. Please keep FCC and everyone serving here in your daily prayers.
In Christ,
David O. PateExecutive Director
A Word from Our Executive Director ~
In This Issue:
Executive Director's Report.................... Page 1
Helping Someone You Love in Their Time of Need........................................................ Page 2
Warning Signs Of Suicide...................... Page 2
Meet Our New Counselors..................... Page 3
Upcoming Events & Support Groups..... Page 3
Professional Services.............................. Page 3
Prayer List.............................................. Page 4
NOVEMBER 2012 VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1
F.C.C. Board of Directors:Ron Fuller ............................ Board Chairman
Gary Cordell ........................ Treasurer
Gary Jindrak ........................ Board Member
Sherry Vinson ...................... Board Member
David Pate ...................F.C.C. Executive Director
Linda Langham ............F.C.C. Clinical Director
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900+ people die each year by suicide in Tennessee There are two times as many suicides in Tennessee as homicides Suicide is the 9th leading cause of death in Tennessee A suicide note is left in 20-25% of all cases Rural areas experience higher suicide rates Majority of suicide victims in Tennessee are male Four times more males kill themselves than females Three times more females will attempt suicide Up to 90% of people who commit or attempt suicide suffer from Depression Alcohol is involved in 50% of all suicides Surviving family members are at a higher risk for emotional problems and
suicide
You may be asking yourself…Okay now what, how do I know if somebody is in danger, how can I help, what can I do? Two of our own counselors attended a training on Suicide Prevention presented by the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network. Suicide prevention is the “CPR of Mental Health” and is intended to offer hope to an individual who is struggling, not to fix or treat them. The Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network has developed the Question, Persuade, and Refer Technique to assist in getting a loved one the help they desperately need. The most important thing you can do is ask the questions, listen to what is being said, and refer them to the appropriate place for help.
Tips for asking the Questions~ Plan a time and place to talk to the individual in a private setting Allow individual to speak freely and openly Don’t judge the individual…we do not know how or what they are feeling. Don’t rush…it takes time for someone to open up and trust
Tips for Listening~ Give your full attention and patience…Do Not interrupt them Don’t judge, belittle, or argue with them Remind them of natural supports in their life Let them know they are not alone
Tips for Referring~ Personally take the individual for help Give them a list of referrals and follow-up Get a commitment that they will seek help Most Important…Never Leave a Suicidal Person Alone!
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Some of the Warning Signs of Suicide~ Suicide Threats Previous Attempts Statements revealing a desire
to die Sudden Changes in Behavior Prolonged Depression Making Final Arrangements Giving away Prized
Possessions
Helping Someone You Love in Their Time of Need
Who Can You Call if Someone You Know Needs Help?
Contact Lifeline…24 Hour HelpLine…931.684.7133
TEEN Line…1.800.454.TEENOffice Line…931.455.7150
Family Counseling Center...931.723.0380931.409.3885
If in Immediate Danger…Call 911
“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have
suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.”
1 Peter 5:10
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The Family Counseling Center
Meet Our New Counselors ~
Jennifer Dunlap Loh, MSC ~
Jennifer resides in McMinnville with her husband, Jason and her two boys, Mitchell (18) and Nicholas (13). Jennifer and her husband adopted Nicholas, who is diagnosed with Pervasive Development Disorder (PDD)/Autism.
Jennifer began helping others by devoting nine years of her life to the nursing field. Following a life changing event, she decided to return to school and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Masters Degree in School Counseling with a Licensure track in Mental Health.
Jennifer has volunteered with Foster/Adoptive Care Groups, Kids in the Community (a mentoring program for at-risk children) and the 31st Judicial Drug Court Program. Jennifer has experience in working with the school system, mental health agency, and intensive outpatient treatment as well as with the local drug court system for addicts who have broken the law and are currently in recovery for a better life. Jennifer has five years of counseling experience.
Jennifer will work out of the Warren County and Manchester Offices. She will also be conducting co-parenting classes and in-home studies for adoption.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Trish Miller, MS ~
Trish resides in Christiana with her husband and two “four-legged children,” Renegade and Shoshanna. She has recently relocated to the Middle TN area from Pennsylvania.
Trish specializes in trauma counseling in which she has worked extensively with survivors (and significant others) of trauma, domestic violence and abuse, including emotional, physical, and sexual for over twelve years. It is through the integration of different therapy styles and techniques that together with each individual she works to build on their strengths and achievements towards both personal and spiritual growth.
She has earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Psychology from DeSales University; a Masters of Science Degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Trauma from Chestnut Hill College. She is currently planning to sit for state licensure this fall.
Trish will work out of the Manchester Office.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Angie Roberts, MSC ~
Angie is a life-long resident of Franklin County and currently resides in Winchester with her family. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family; scrapbooking; and completing Do-It-Yourself home projects.
Angie received her undergraduate degree from Trevecca Nazarene University and later went on to obtain a Masters Degree in Secondary School Counseling from Capella University.
Angie has experience working with people of all ages to include focus on trauma; anxiety; adjustment disorders; depression; self-esteem; marital issues; grief; abuse and neglect. In addition, Angie has facilitated many counseling groups including anger; divorce; social skills; anxiety; and grief.
Angie will work out of the Winchester Office.
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICESOFFERED BY F.C.C.
* Individual Counseling
* Marriage & Family Counseling
* Group Therapy
* Educational Presentations
* Workshops & Seminars
* Testing & Reports
* Rule 31 Parenting Classes
* Referrals
F.C.C.'S UPCOMING EVENTS &
SUPPORT GROUPS:
Anger Management Group6:30pm on MondaysThe People’s ChurchTullahoma, TN931.723.0380
Co-Parenting Classes for Divorced Families1st Saturday of every MonthSmartt Assembly Of God ChurchMorrison, TN 37357931.738.0811
Co-Parenting Classes 3rd Saturday of every Month1115 Bel Aire Drive Tullahoma, TN 37388931.738.0811
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Please keep the following in your thoughts and prayers in their time of need and for continued good health.
Amy V.Linda L.
Cynthia C.Susan S.
Our Service Men and Women
Welcome to the Family Counseling Center of Middle Tennessee
What Makes the Family Counseling Center different?
We are a non-profit Christian counseling center. We are not affiliated with any denomination and offer services to all kinds of people regardless of
faith or religious background
Our focus is not on generating profits but on providing needed professional services for the communities we serve. Most of our clients pay for services
themselves.
We seek and accept donations as a means to offset the cost of providing professional services to clients who are unable to pay.
If you would like to receive our newsletter or add someone to our prayer list, please contact FCC at
931.723.0380 or by email at [email protected].
PRAYER LIST
F.C.C. Locations:
Coffee County............... 931.723.0380104 E. High Street, Manchester, TN
Bedford County...............931.409.3885The People's Church
1890 Madison Street, Shelbyville, TN
Franklin County............. 931.409.3885Trinity Episcopal Church
231 1st Avenue, Winchester, TN
Warren County............... 931.409.3885Smartt Assembly of God Church
5542 Manchester Hwy, Smartt, TN
Also Serving......Canon; Grundy: and Moore Counties
A Comforting Blessing
May you see the light in the darkness during these challenging times.
May you feel the loving presence of those who hold you in their thoughts & prayers.
May your spirit find what it needs to sustain you on this journey.
May you discover your inner strength & face all difficulties with dignity & grace.
May you be filled with comfort, love, strength, grace & a lasting sense of peace.
© 2005. Kirsti A. Dyer. All rights reserved
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