Counseling Staff

 ...John Jung is the director and clinical supervisor of New Creation Counseling Center as well as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.  John holds a Master of Science degree in Counseling from Wright State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Xavier University. John presents numerous workshops of continuing education for Leadership Troy, Edison State College, Sidney Chamber of Commerce and other organizations.  He has 30 years of experience in administration of public mental health programs and sits on several boards for  non-profit agencies.

...Kitty Kincaid is the associate director of New Creation Counseling Center and an ordained minister as well as a Licensed Social Worker.  She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work from Wright State University, a Master of Gerontological Studies  from Miami University and a Master of Theological Studies  from Anderson University School of Theology.  She has 30 years of experience in the helping professions including social work, teaching, human resources administration, pastoral work in a church setting, and pastoral counseling.

 …Sherryl Beard is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with 33 years of experience in behavioral health, including chemical dependency treatment, hospital settings, community mental health and private practice.  Sherryl works with adults of all ages with a variety of problems including depression, anxiety, grief, chronic medical problems and pain and life transitions.  She is a member of Concord United Methodist church in Englewood.

 ...Mark Cowley is a Licensed Professional Counselor and holds a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Liberty University.  He is a retired Air Force officer and is currently teaching Psychology and Sociology at Edison Community College.  Mark specializes in compulsive behaviors and addictions and has been with New Creation for over 14 years.

 …Vicky Kettering is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Wright State University.  She has over 11 years experience working primarily with children and families as well as working with adults.  Vicky specializes in parent training, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and play therapy.  She is a member of the Ohio Counselors Association and St. Rita Catholic Church.

....Cathy Kooser is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from University of Cincinnati.   Cathy has several years experience working with the hard-of-hearing population in the areas of mental health, rehabilitation and case management.  Cathy is a member of National Association of Social Workers and The Hearing Loss Association of America, among others. Cathy is actively involved as a lay pastor at Ginghamsburg Church, Fort McKinley Campus.

 ....David Lauffenburger is a Licensed Psychologist who has been in practice in community mental health for over 30 years.  He has vast experience working with adults, couples, families, children and adolescents.  David attends Stillwater United Methodist Church in Vandalia. 

….Anna Oparah is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor with a Master of Education in Counseling from Vanderbilt University. Anna is experienced in working with adult women but is also qualified to work with families, couples, and adolescents. She has a particular interest in women's issues, spirituality, codependency, self-esteem, identity formation, depression, anxiety, and a wide array of life-controlling issues.

 …Maggie Vent  is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master of Arts degree in Pastoral Counseling and additional course work in Professional Clinical Counselor studies from Ashland Theological Seminary. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Wright State University.  Maggie has experience in community mental health and private practice, working with a number of adult issues including tobacco dependence, trauma, PTSD, depression, grief and anxiety. 

...Jill White is a Licensed Social Worker with a Masters of Science degree in Mental Health counseling from the University of Dayton.  Jill's experience encompasses many aspects of marriage and family counseling including parenting, adoption, divorce, reconciliation, abuse, children's issues and angry teens.  She is also a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. 

....Steven White is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with over 20 years experience. He holds a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Wright State University.  Steven works with adults and adolescents on a vast number of issues including chemical dependency, adolescent issues, marriage counseling and individual therapy.  He is a member of Transfiguration Catholic Church in West Milton.   

….Deborah Zunke is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 24 years experience working in a community based counseling setting. She has a Bachelors of Social Work degree from Indiana State University, a Masters of Science in Counseling from Wright State University and attended Liberty University for her clinical counseling endorsement. Deborah specializes in childhood disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, adolescent concerns, trauma, relationship needs and loss recovery. She is an active member of First Baptist Church of Vandalia.