Our Counselors
At Open Arms Counseling Center, our counselors are here to help. For those that suffer from trauma, depression, troubled relationships, addiction, anxiety, mood and eating disorders, grief, and more, our goal is to ensure a positive outcome for every person. We welcome you with open arms.
Linda Ritch
Linda Ritch, MA, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that believes each individual has unique needs and deserves an individual plan. Linda is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, as well as The Gottman Method for couples. She completed her undergraduate education (B.A. Business Management) at St. Leo University, and graduate education (M.A. Professional Clinical Mental Health Counseling) at Liberty University. Linda is a retired military spouse, wife, mother and daughter that listens with an open mind to those going through difficult times.
Amy Foss
Amy Foss, MA, NCC, is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern specializing in therapy for adolescents and young adults. She is experienced in residential treatment for children as well as working with couples and families. She completed both her undergraduate (B.S. Psychology:Christian Counseling) and (M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling) at Liberty University. Amy brings her experience working in group therapy as well to our team.
Jessica Atkins
Jessica Atkins, MA, is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, as well as trained in The Gottman Method Level 1 for couples. Jessica completed her undergraduate (B.S. Marketing) at the University of Florida and graduate (M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling) at Rollins College. A former military wife and mother of five, she brings personal and professional experience to her clients. Jessica is passionate about supporting others toward healing and personal growth.
Kellen Hill
Kellen Hill is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, having earned his undergraduate (B.A. Organizational Communication) at McKendree University, (M.A.Journalism) University of North Texas, (M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling) University of North Florida, and (PhD/Candidate Clinical Counseling Psychology) at the University of South Alabama. Kellen specializes in working with youth as a sports mentor, as well as working with all ages, children through adults needing counseling.