Ashley Champion is the Clinical Director and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor (LPCC-S).  She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Murray State University and earned her Education Specialist Degree in Community Counseling from Murray State as well.  Her experience includes providing various services in the areas of domestic violence, women’s issues, community mental health, and provided school-based services in Calloway and Marshall Counties.  Ashley left the community mental health field to join Bridges Family Center at its conception in 2011. Ashley is passionate about the quality of care that is provided to local individuals and families.  She began her career specializing in child/adolescent and family therapy.

Ashley has specialized training in play therapy to aid in treatment of children and has completed level one of three of the Gottman method couples therapy. As Clinical Director, Ashley is passionate about growing quality clinicians to help serve our community.   She loves to supervise LPCA’s and run our intern program to ensure quality services.  Furthermore, Ashley is passionate about working with clients and helping them find their healing.  Ashley is married and has three active boys.  She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, all things outdoors, and good food and music.  She welcomes you to Bridges Family Center.

Gordana Unici is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Samford University and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Adler University (formerly Adler School of Professional Psychology).

Gordana has dedicated much of her career to working in substance use treatment and community mental health settings, where she has supported individuals through recovery and personal transformation. With a strong foundation in substance use counseling, she is also expanding her practice in 2026 to include specialized work in grief support and recovery from narcissistic abuse.

Her therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and a Complex Trauma lens. She is passionate about meeting clients where they are, helping them uncover their strengths, and fostering long-term healing and resilience. Outside of her professional life, Gordana enjoys traveling, thrifting, live music, movies, and festivals. She cherishes time with friends and family and is a proud cat mom to Gypsy and Sigmund “Siggy” Freud. The beach is her sanctuary and favorite place to recharge.

Danyelle Day is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP). She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Murray State University, where she also completed a double major in Psychology and Youth Nonprofit Leadership. She went on to earn an Education Specialist Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the same institution.

Danyelle brings a well-rounded background in clinical experience, including three semesters of internship at Bridges Family Center, where she worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families in both individual and group settings. She also completed an internship at Murray State University’s Counseling and Assessment Center. In 2016, she officially joined the team at Bridges Family Center, where she provides counseling services to clients ages five and older.

Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Person-Centered theory, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe and empathetic environment where clients feel genuinely heard and supported. Outside of her professional work, Danyelle enjoys spending time with her two children and family, exploring amateur gardening, and celebrating her love for fall and football.

Lauren Dunlap is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker–Supervisor (LCSW-S) with a diverse background in mental health services. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee at Martin and went on to complete her Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee. Lauren has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in a variety of settings. She began her career in community mental health, where she provided school based services in Livingston County and McCracken County. She later served as an Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist, providing support to children and families acrossseveral counties in Western Kentucky. During this time, she spent several years working with children from birth to age five, focusing on early development and strengthening family relationships.

In 2013, Lauren joined Bridges Family Center, where she worked with couples and individuals across many phases of life. She returned to Bridges Family Center in 2025 and continues to support clients as they navigate life transitions and strengthen their relationships. Lauren is passionate about helping clients navigate life changes, establish healthy boundaries, and maintain strong relationships. She enjoys working with adults, couples, and children to help them reach their therapeutic goals. Lauren utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy in her work with clients. She has specialized training in Level 1 of the Gottman Method for Couples, as well as Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for young children, and incorporates various play therapy techniques into her work.

Outside of her professional life, Lauren enjoys spending time with her family and their dog,
running, swimming, baking, and reading. She and her family are also enthusiastic supporters of
the Murray State Racers and enjoy attending sporting events together.

Kristina Middleton is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who brings a warm, client-centered, and compassionate approach to her work. She joined our team in May 2021 as a clinical intern and has since developed extensive experience providing individual, group, couples, and family counseling across the lifespan—including services for children, adolescents, and adults.

Kristina holds a Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) degree from Murray State University (2021) and a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology with a minor in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

She is deeply committed to supporting individuals through every stage of life, using evidence-based practices tailored to each client’s unique needs. Kristina has completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, as well as specialized training in treating trauma and affairs in couples therapy through The Gottman Institute. She has also completed The Fundamentals of Emotionally Focused Therapy. From 2022 to 2024, Kristina served as a Behavioral Health Consultant for the Murray and Calloway County Preschools, providing early intervention and mental health support to young children and their families.

Kristina primarily works from a Motivational Interviewing framework, guiding clients in exploring their readiness for change and strengthening their confidence in the growth process. Her integrative, trauma informed approach combines elements of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and person-centered techniques.

Outside of her clinical work, Kristina enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. She is also a proud cat mom to two beloved felines, and enjoys traveling and attending live concerts.

Storm Corey is a skilled and compassionate clinical therapist with extensive experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Storm works with clients as young as five, offering personalized, evidence-based care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.

Trained in a range of therapeutic modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Storm takes an integrative approach to treatment. Their work is informed by attachment theory and a deep understanding of the nervous system’s role in emotional regulation, with an emphasis on person-centered, strength-based practices.

Storm supports a diverse clientele navigating a wide array of challenges, including trauma, behavioral concerns, autism spectrum disorders, family court involvement, relationship issues, and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. With a strong commitment to fostering resilience and emotional well-being, Storm creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can heal, grow, and thrive.

Gina Nichols is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor (LPCC-S) who specializes in working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. With over 15 years of experience supporting individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), Gina brings a deep understanding of the complex emotional and psychological needs that can arise from both physical and emotional trauma.

Gina utilizes an integrative, client-centered approach, drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. Her work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and solution-focused interventions to promote emotional regulation, develop practical coping strategies, and support long-term healing.

In her work with individuals experiencing grief—whether due to brain injury, death, or other significant losses—Gina incorporates the grief concepts developed by David Kessler. She helps clients better understand their personal grief journey while building the resilience and tools needed to navigate life’s ongoing challenges.

April Munson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT). She is Autplay Certified, and uses mostly Child/Person Centered and Autplay approaches as well as Motivational Interviewing. April offers relationship work to parents and their children from a Filial/Empowerment approach. She is certified in disordered eating, binge eating disorder, and Shame-Informed Therapy to include somatic and mindfulness interventions.

April joined the team in January 2022 as a clinical intern, and earned her Specialist of Education degree from Murray State University in May 2023. She has a split caseload working with children starting at age 2 to adults, and works mostly with clients who experience anxiety, depression, eating disorders and adjustment disorders along with neurodivergent populations. April is passionate about helping people mentally as well as physically and believes self-care is extremely important. In her spare time, she likes to do CrossFit, spend time with her husband and two children, travel, and watch movies. April is also a certified fitness instructor and ballroom dance instructor.

Courtney Martens is a Licensed Professional Clinical Associate (LPCA) who joined our team in August 2022 as a Clinical Intern. She earned her Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Murray State University, where she also completed her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice.

Courtney works with children ages five and up, adolescents, and adults. She takes a client-centered approach to therapy and integrates a variety of evidence-based modalities tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. Her practice is primarily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing.

She is a certified Star Behavioral Health Provider, with specialized training to support service members, veterans, and their families. Courtney is also currently pursuing certification as an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP).

In partnership with HOPE Calloway, Courtney provides weekly counseling services to individuals experiencing homelessness through their transitional housing program. Deeply committed to the helping profession, Courtney is passionate about advocating for and empowering others on their journey to wellness.

In addition to her clinical work, Courtney has served in the Kentucky National Guard since 2015 and currently holds the rank of Logistics Officer. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors, spending quality time with family and friends, photography, and reading.

Jennifer Crider is a Licensed Professional Clinical Associate. She joined the team in June 2023 as a Clinical Intern and completed her Master in Clinical Mental Health through Murray State University. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Kentucky University in Education. Jennifer chose the mental health field because she loves listening andhelping. She is truly passionate about giving others the opportunity and necessary tools to live a healthy, fulfilling life. For fun, Jennifer enjoys reading, redoing furniture, decorating, cooking, and hiking!

Olivia Cook joined the team in 2018 as an administration assistant and completed her counseling internships with Bridges before officially joining as an LPCA in February 2024. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Associate. She completed her Master’s Degree in the Graduate program of Clinical Mental Health at Murray State University. She also achieved her Bachelor’s Degree at MSU in Organizational Communication in 2015. Olivia is passionate about leadership, mental health, and helping others in time of need. Alongside her career, her priorities are her faith and her family. For fun, Olivia loves to travel, go for walks, bake, and watch TV. She is married with 2 kids and 2 dogs.

Megan Vance is a Licensed Professional Clinical Associate (LPCA) and joined the team in September 2024. She graduated with an Ed.S. in Community Counseling, Masters in School Guidance, Masters in Special Education, and a Bachelors in Psychology all from Murray State University. Megan is passionate about mental health and helping individuals want to live a happy and meaningful life. She believes there needs to be a focus on showing compassion and creating a welcoming environment for clients. Megan and her husband have been married for almost 20 years and they have 3 children. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, watching her son play soccer, and family activities such as taking her kids where they need to go and watching her kids fish.

Johannah Parm is the Executive Assistant at Bridges Family Center.  She has an Associate Degree in Cosmetology and is a Notary Public. Johannah has worked in numerous business office settings, including local doctor and lawyer offices. She joined the Bridges Family Center team in 2020.  She has three children and feels blessed to be able to serve families in any way she can. Johannah enjoys spending time with her family, relaxing, and being outdoors.

Mandi Rodgers is a Customer Service Representative at Bridges Family Center. She loves working at Bridges Family Center because she is passionate about helping others with their mental health. She speaks with all of our new clients as they begin the counseling process. Amanda joined Bridges in March 2023. She has three children. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting as well as hair and makeup. Mandi is currently attending UC for a degree in social work.