Elizabeth Skjoldal, Ph.D.

Director of CF Counseling Center

Licensed Psychologist
PY4936

Dr. Elizabeth Skjoldal has been Associate Professor and Director of the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Trinity International University since 1994. Prior to that, she was the supervising psychologist at the University of Miami’s Pain and Rehabilitation Center in the Department Neurosurgery. She has also been in private practice as a psychologist at Christian Counseling Ministry in Miami and Sheridan House Counseling Center in Broward County.

Education:
Ph.D. University of Miami 1989, Counseling Psychology
M.S. Ed. University of Miami 1982, Community Mental Health Counseling
B.S. Florida Southern College 1980, Psychology

Annie Mecias-Murphy, Ph.D.

Marriage and Family Therapist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
MT2424

Dr. Mecias-Murphy has been an adjunct professor at Trinity International University since 2006, and was the Internship Coordinator for students in the Master of Arts Counseling Psychology, Trinity International University for the 2007-2008 academic school year. Prior to that, she was the Director of Counseling Services at Dade Christian School for many years.

Education:
Ph.D. Barry University 2007, Marriage and Family Counseling
M.S. St. Thomas University 1995, Marriage and Family
B.S. Liberty University 1991, Psychology

Ramona Larry, Ph.D.

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Ramona has been working in the behavioral health field for the last 15 years. She has experience and a special interest in working with clients dealing with health challenges and life-threatening illnesses as they relate to overall quality of life issues. Besides county and behavioral health hospitals, Dr. Ramona has also been employed at community-based organizations (with children & adults) and residential substance abuse programs.

Education:
Ph.D. University of South Carolina 2009, Clinical - Community Psychology
B.S. University of Florida 1987, Psychology

Denise Canchola, DNP

Doctor of Nurse Practitioning
ARNP 13489822

Denise Canchola is a Yale University trained, board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 24 years of experience. She prescribes medications and conducts psychotherapy. Her focus on patient care is holistic, deeply personal and distinctly Christian. Believing that people deserve high quality professional care delivered by exceptional Christian clinicians, Ms. Canchola established Christian Behavioral Health Specialists to promote access to faith-based mental health experts.

Education:

Doctorate in Nursing Practice - Completed at the University of Miami (Aug 2010)
Post Master's Internship - Neuro-ICU and Head Trauma Unit - Villa Rosa / Santa Rosa Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas
Post-master's residency - Yale Psychiatric Institute, & Connecticut Mental Health Center in New Haven, CT
Master's Degree in Psychiatric Nursing - Yale University in New Haven, CT
Bachelor's Degree Marine Biology, Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas

Susan Carroll, M.A.

Mental Health Counselor

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
MH9495

Susan has professional counseling experience working with students with physical disabilities, special learning and/or behavioral/emotional needs and juvenile delinquency prevention. She has also worked for the Florida Baptist Children’s Homes as a maternity and adoption counselor. She has been counseling children, individuals, married couples and families for the past four years. In 2007, she became a licensed mental health counselor in the State of Florida.

Education:
M.A. Trinity International University 2002, Counseling Psychology (Master’s level Guidance Counseling Course work, 2005)
B.A. Trinity International University 1999, Communication & Leadership

Yeni Gutierrez-Dumas, M.A.

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Since July 2000, Yeni has been a counselor at Westminster Christian School working with high school students and their families. She helps them attain academic excellence, as well as spiritual and personal growth. While in graduate school, Yeni worked as a Social Worker at Florida Baptist Children's Homes. She worked with children and families in Residential Care, Independent Living and Foster Care.

Education: 
M.A. Trinity International University 2000, Counseling Psychology
B.A. Florida International University 1996, Psychology

Sonya O. Boyne, M.A.

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
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Sonya has worked in the non-profit social services arena for the past decade, primarily in the areas of prevention, early intervention, and residential substance abuse and mental health treatment with a focus on co-occurring disorders. Sonya is certified in various nationally recognized, CSAP/SAMHSA approved addictions prevention models. Sonya is the Executive Director of a faith-based agency specializing in community-based psychoeducational programs. She is also an adjunct professor at Trinity International University.

Education:
M.A. Trinity International University 2008, Counseling Psychology
B.S. Barry University 1993, Education
Certified Prevention Professional 2003, Florida Certification Board

Michelle Jimenez, M.A.

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
IMH7156

Michelle is currently working with distressed youth with criminal backgrounds. She has also worked at a high-risk halfway house for boys where she counseled one on one, as well as facilitated group therapy. She has fifteen years of experience working with children at a local church in the Miami area. Michelle is the mother of three teenage daughters, which she is proud to say, is her greatest accomplishment.

Education: 
M.A. Trinity International University 2008, Counseling Psychology
B.A. Trinity International University 2005, Communication & Leadership

Colleen Webb, M.A.

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Colleen Webb is an adjunct professor at Trinity International University and has worked at Women In Distress in Broward County, counseling survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse. Her counseling areas of interest include: depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, and addictions. She designed and operates an art therapy group utilizing various art and creative writing techniques in her counseling. She is also the owner, certified life coach, and motivational speaker behind Life Coaching for Purpose, LLC.

Education:

M.A. Trinity International University, 2009, Counseling Psychology
Life Coach Certificates Light University of the American Association of Christian Counselors, 2009
B.A. UNISA, South Africa, 1993, Psychology and English

Rebecca Roberts, M.A.

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
IMH8241

Rebecca has counseled in the areas of domestic violence and sexual abuse. She has also worked as an educator in the Miami-Dade County Public School System. Prior to that, she worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at local physicians’ offices and youth camps. Rebecca has also had the opportunity to mentor adolescents and young adults in Kendall area youth ministries for over 25 years.

Education:

M.A. Trinity International University 2010, Counseling Psychology
B.A. Trinity International University 1994, Human Resources Management
B.A. Trinity International University 1994, Biblical Studies
LPN Robert Morgan Vocational Technical 1984, Practical Nursing

David Augustin, FIU Student Intern

David has worked in Christian ministry since 1995, he was a missionary for eight years; a youth pastor for four and half years; an adult and family pastor for two and half years; and currently works at Westminster Christian School as the high school Chaplain/Activities Director.

Education:

B.A. Miami International Seminary 2006, Theological Studies
M.A. (Candidate) Florida International University 2010, Mental Health Counseling