14 B, Professional Ct, Rome, GA 30165 | In-Person and Online Therapy Available

meet our team

Stephani Morss is a compassionate Christian counselor with a heart for walking alongside individuals and couples on their journey toward healing and wholeness. She earned her undergraduate degree in Christian Counseling from Liberty University and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. As a Board-Certified Christian Counselor with the Georgia Board for Christian Counselors, Stephani integrates faith-based principles with evidence-based practices to help clients find strength, clarity, and renewal.

Stephani has a deep passion for helping individuals overcome negative thought patterns, develop resilience, and cultivate a more hopeful, Christ-centered mindset. She believes in the power of restoration that comes through faith and is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

In her work with couples, Stephani specializes in strengthening communication, resolving conflict, and rekindling emotional intimacy. She helps couples build a solid foundation through faith-centered guidance and therapeutic strategies, equipping them with the tools to nurture a thriving relationship.

Beyond her counseling practice, Stephani has received multiple specialized certifications from Light University, including Mental Health Coaching, Domestic & Community Crisis Response, Trauma Assessment & Intervention for Children & Teens, Marriage & Healthy Sexuality, and Mental & Behavioral Health Disorders.

With a heart for healing and a firm foundation in God’s grace, Stephani is committed to walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they pursue a life of abundance, rooted in faith and hope.

Meet Brandie, our Certified Pastoral Counselor and dedicated Master's level clinician. Her own pursuit of healing ignited the path to becoming a counselor.

Guided by a heart devoted to the Lord, Brandie feels a calling to support families, couples, teens and children through life’s challenges. Her innate gentleness and compassion cultivate a safe, authentic, and supportive space where you can navigate your struggles together.

As a wife and mother, Brandie understands the complexities of balancing family life and handling relationship stressors. She’s eager to collaborate with families, couples, and individuals striving to fortify their resilience and rediscover the quality of life that God created them to experience.

In her downtime, Brandie finds joy in verse mapping and moments with her husband, children, and her four-legged companion, Amos the horse.

Brandie is under the clinical supervision of Dr. Arielle Saunders Blum, PhD, LMFT, and under the site direction of Mandi Penney, LPC

Meet Melissa, an experienced writer, teacher, speaker, and board-certified life coach with a passion for helping women and couples navigate life's challenges and achieve their goals.

For over a decade, Melissa has been guiding clients through relationship struggles, grief recovery, and the journey of discovering their God-given purpose.

Melissa treasures her roles as a wife, mother, and grandmother above all else. In addition to her family, she finds joy in writing blogs, books, and devotionals, as well as leading small groups and speaking at women’s conferences. Her warmth and wisdom inspire those she serves, offering a path to healing, restoration, and purpose.

Melissa specializes in coaching for:

Grief recovery
Pre-marital and marriage restoration
Life-purpose discovery and life transitions

Her educational background includes a B.S. in Education from the University of Kansas, post-graduate studies at Capital Seminary, and a Board Certification in Advanced Life Coaching from Light University.

As a wife, mother, and professional, Mandi’s struggle to find balance in her own life inspired her to launch Abundant Living to help women like herself.

Meet Mandi, a Licensed Professional Counselor, former school counselor and clinical supervisor with a passion for walking alongside women in their faith journey. After stepping away from her career to be a stay-at-home mom, Mandi gained a unique perspective on the joys and challenges of motherhood, allowing her to connect deeply with clients navigating similar struggles.

Mandi loves working with women who have a strong faith but may have difficulty connecting with God in their struggles. Her gift is sitting with her clients in their pain and creating a safe space to experience the hard stuff in life.

Mandi’s practice specialties include…

Anxiety
Depression
Stress management
Self-confidence
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Life balance

Her degrees include…

Bachelors of Science (B.S.) in psychology from Georgia State University
Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in counselor education from Georgia Southern University
Educational Specialist (Ed.S) degree in counselor education from the University of Alabama

Her licenses and specialty trainings include…

Licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia
Mandi has completed over 50 hours of training in EMDR and is approved by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) as an EMDR therapist.

“I love the vision and heart behind Abundant Living Counseling and am blessed to be able to help in any way that I can.”

Meet Pearl, our expert match maker. When you call our office, you will most likely be chatting with her.

She is passionate about helping people find the support they need and connecting them with the therapist who’s the best fit for their journey. With a warm and approachable demeanor, she strives to make scheduling your first appointment a stress-free and comfortable experience.

Pearl has decades of experience in nonprofit management and has worked in parent and public relations before moving to Rome with her husband, Pastor Stephen of Cornerstone church, and their two wonderful children.

She currently serves on the board of directors for Rome Community Camps and gets involved in marketing, fundraising or wherever needed.

Our therapists and staff are here for you!

We will support you whether you’re working through grief, struggling with emotional distress or a traumatic event, exploring your faith, and more. We will provide a safe place to help you achieve your goals and live the life you desire.

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