Our Counselors
Dana Hargus, M.Ed., LPC Ada, OK
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with thirteen years of experience providing counseling for adults and children with a broad range of difficulties. The quality of my professional relationships with my clients is extremely important to me. To establish and maintain an effective therapeutic relationship, I have a non-judgmental attitude during all sessions. I am committed to providing a safe environment for clients to feel comfortable and respected through the therapeutic process.
I have had extensive experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD. I work well with survivors of trauma and clients who have physical symptoms (headaches, sleep disturbances, muscle tension, migraine) that are connected to psychological stressors. I also provide support and motivation to individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with thirteen years of experience providing counseling for adults and children with a broad range of difficulties. The quality of my professional relationships with my clients is extremely important to me. To establish and maintain an effective therapeutic relationship, I have a non-judgmental attitude during all sessions. I am committed to providing a safe environment for clients to feel comfortable and respected through the therapeutic process.
I have had extensive experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, learning disabilities, autism, and ADHD. I work well with survivors of trauma and clients who have physical symptoms (headaches, sleep disturbances, muscle tension, migraine) that are connected to psychological stressors. I also provide support and motivation to individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle.
Marc Neufeld, MS, LPC, LMFT Moore, OK
I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families and believe that everyone has the propensity to do better, counseling just helps healthy people stay healthy. I obtained both my Bachelor's and Master's from East Central University. In 2014, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor, and in 2015 also became a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist. Currently, my office is located in Moore, OK where I counsel individuals, couples and families.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families and believe that everyone has the propensity to do better, counseling just helps healthy people stay healthy. I obtained both my Bachelor's and Master's from East Central University. In 2014, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor, and in 2015 also became a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist. Currently, my office is located in Moore, OK where I counsel individuals, couples and families.
Steven Roring, Ph.D, HSP Ada, OK
Steven Roring, Ph.D., earned his master's degree in Counseling (CACREP-Accredited) in 2008 and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology (APA-Accredited) in 2012 from Oklahoma State University. In 2016, he also became a Licensed Psychologist. His clinical experience consists of providing individual, group, and family therapy and psychological testing with children and adolescents with mood, anxiety, and disruptive behavior disorders and college students and adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Steven currently provides only psychological testing services for a variety of issues with both children and adults in our Ada office.
Steven Roring, Ph.D., earned his master's degree in Counseling (CACREP-Accredited) in 2008 and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology (APA-Accredited) in 2012 from Oklahoma State University. In 2016, he also became a Licensed Psychologist. His clinical experience consists of providing individual, group, and family therapy and psychological testing with children and adolescents with mood, anxiety, and disruptive behavior disorders and college students and adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Steven currently provides only psychological testing services for a variety of issues with both children and adults in our Ada office.
Ashlie Echard, MSHR, LPC Ada, OK
Ashlie Echard graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2013 and a Master of Science in Human Resources in 2017. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a full time therapist.
Her professional development includes training in Neurofeedback, Tapping, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Marriage Counseling. She has experience working with children, teens, and adults with a range of diagnoses. She thoroughly enjoys working with individuals, groups, and couples of all ages.
Ashlie's motto: "Counseling is not always comfortable, but I strive to make sure it takes place in a safe and nonjudgemental environment with someone who genuinely cares about your mental health. My personal style is relaxed and warm, while remaining professional and ethical. It's my job to provide different perspectives, coping skills, and an awareness of yourself to equip you to meet the goals you have for yourself or your children."
Ashlie Echard graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2013 and a Master of Science in Human Resources in 2017. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a full time therapist.
Her professional development includes training in Neurofeedback, Tapping, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Transactional Analysis, and Marriage Counseling. She has experience working with children, teens, and adults with a range of diagnoses. She thoroughly enjoys working with individuals, groups, and couples of all ages.
Ashlie's motto: "Counseling is not always comfortable, but I strive to make sure it takes place in a safe and nonjudgemental environment with someone who genuinely cares about your mental health. My personal style is relaxed and warm, while remaining professional and ethical. It's my job to provide different perspectives, coping skills, and an awareness of yourself to equip you to meet the goals you have for yourself or your children."
Jessica King, MS, LPC Ada, OK
My name is Jessica King. I moved to Ada in 2001 to start my college career at East Central University. I majored in Rehabilitation Counseling with a minor in Services to the Deaf and graduated in 2005. I returned to East Central University in January 2012 to pursue my graduate degree in Counseling.
I graduated In 2015 with a Master of Science and obtained my LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) license in 2017. I continue to live in Ada with my family, and am involved in community events, my church, and serve as a board member for the House of Hope. I have always worked in a service capacity and have always had a heart to help. Prior to obtaining my LPC, I worked alongside and led youth and children in our church's youth department.
As a counselor, I have worked with children, teens, and adults in individual and family settings. I am TBRI (Trust-Based-Relational Intervention) trauma informed counselor as well as a SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts) Facilitator. I enjoy connecting with those I work with. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for people to be themselves and give them tools to work toward progress as they see it for themselves.
My name is Jessica King. I moved to Ada in 2001 to start my college career at East Central University. I majored in Rehabilitation Counseling with a minor in Services to the Deaf and graduated in 2005. I returned to East Central University in January 2012 to pursue my graduate degree in Counseling.
I graduated In 2015 with a Master of Science and obtained my LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) license in 2017. I continue to live in Ada with my family, and am involved in community events, my church, and serve as a board member for the House of Hope. I have always worked in a service capacity and have always had a heart to help. Prior to obtaining my LPC, I worked alongside and led youth and children in our church's youth department.
As a counselor, I have worked with children, teens, and adults in individual and family settings. I am TBRI (Trust-Based-Relational Intervention) trauma informed counselor as well as a SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts) Facilitator. I enjoy connecting with those I work with. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for people to be themselves and give them tools to work toward progress as they see it for themselves.
Austin "Dolly" LeMay, LCSW Ada, OK
I am married with 3 children, 9 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. I graduated from UTA with a Master of Science with a primary focus on the treatment of PTSD. My career background encompasses a wide range of experiences. Initially, I helped individual heal from drug addictions. I then helped assist CPS families resolve conflicts and various other problems to regain custody of their children. Next, I worked in Home Health as a Social Worker. My next adventure was in hospice which led into a management position as Director of Social Services. At this point, I returned to Texas to work in an inpatient psychiatric unit where I became the Co-Director. This adventure ended after 7 years, when I returned to Oklahoma.
I believe in the mind/body/spirit connection, and because of this belief, I utilize cognitive therapy coupled with biofeedback and mindfulness techniques in session.
I am married with 3 children, 9 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. I graduated from UTA with a Master of Science with a primary focus on the treatment of PTSD. My career background encompasses a wide range of experiences. Initially, I helped individual heal from drug addictions. I then helped assist CPS families resolve conflicts and various other problems to regain custody of their children. Next, I worked in Home Health as a Social Worker. My next adventure was in hospice which led into a management position as Director of Social Services. At this point, I returned to Texas to work in an inpatient psychiatric unit where I became the Co-Director. This adventure ended after 7 years, when I returned to Oklahoma.
I believe in the mind/body/spirit connection, and because of this belief, I utilize cognitive therapy coupled with biofeedback and mindfulness techniques in session.
Deborah L. Graham-Lewis, BA, M.Ed., LPC Ada, OK
Deborah is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience in teaching and counseling. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Counseling & Rehabilitation and a Master of Education in Secondary School Counseling from East Central University. She is an advocate for children with special needs, such as autism, behavioral and other health impairments. Her experience also includes helping individuals with anxiety, depression, marital problems, and self-esteem issues.
She is a Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts (SYMBIS)-trained facilitator. This approach helps provide couples with empathy and understanding for each other. She has also been a GriefShare facilitator for 3 years. She uses interventions from Love and Logic, which can help families with behavioral issues, communication, and consequences, as well as Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) which is a trauma-informed approach to childcare that address unresolved trauma in children from hard places.
Deborah is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience in teaching and counseling. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Counseling & Rehabilitation and a Master of Education in Secondary School Counseling from East Central University. She is an advocate for children with special needs, such as autism, behavioral and other health impairments. Her experience also includes helping individuals with anxiety, depression, marital problems, and self-esteem issues.
She is a Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts (SYMBIS)-trained facilitator. This approach helps provide couples with empathy and understanding for each other. She has also been a GriefShare facilitator for 3 years. She uses interventions from Love and Logic, which can help families with behavioral issues, communication, and consequences, as well as Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) which is a trauma-informed approach to childcare that address unresolved trauma in children from hard places.
Theea Swinford, MS, LPC Ada, OK
Theea Swinford graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Arts in Rehabilitation Services and her Master of Science in Psychological Services. She is a trauma-informed counselor and utilizes trust-based interventions to help her clients heal. She is a 20 year veteran of the National Guard, and is passionate about helping veterans and their families. She has worked with individuals in all age groups, and enjoys helping her clients succeed. Theea and her family attend Union Hill Baptist Church.
Theea Swinford graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Arts in Rehabilitation Services and her Master of Science in Psychological Services. She is a trauma-informed counselor and utilizes trust-based interventions to help her clients heal. She is a 20 year veteran of the National Guard, and is passionate about helping veterans and their families. She has worked with individuals in all age groups, and enjoys helping her clients succeed. Theea and her family attend Union Hill Baptist Church.
Julie D. Wood, MS, LPC Ada, OK
Julie D. Wood graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2005 and a Master of Science in Psychological Services in 2009. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience in providing counseling for adults and adolescents in individual and family settings.
Her experience encompasses a wide range mental health settings that include inpatient, residential, and outpatient services. She has helped people with a wide range of difficulties and believes that we all have the potential to overcome any adversity. She values building a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect, all while having a non-judgmental attitude towards her clients to facilitate healing in a comfortable environment.
Julie D. Wood graduated from East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2005 and a Master of Science in Psychological Services in 2009. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience in providing counseling for adults and adolescents in individual and family settings.
Her experience encompasses a wide range mental health settings that include inpatient, residential, and outpatient services. She has helped people with a wide range of difficulties and believes that we all have the potential to overcome any adversity. She values building a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect, all while having a non-judgmental attitude towards her clients to facilitate healing in a comfortable environment.
