Timothy S. Lane, M.Div., D. Min. is President and faculty member at CCEF and has been counseling for more than 25 years. He has previous experience in both campus and pastoral ministry, including serving as a pastor for ten years. He is the author of several mini-books including Forgiving Others, Sex Before Marriage, and Freedom From Guilt. He also co-authored the books How People Change and Relationships - A Mess Worth Making.

David Powlison, M.Div., Ph.D. worked for four years in psychiatric hospitals, during which time he came to faith in Christ. He teaches at CCEF and edits The Journal of Biblical Counseling. He received a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in the history of science and medicine, focusing on the history of psychiatry. He has a Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Theological Seminary, and has been doing biblical counseling for over 30 years. He has written numerous articles on counseling and on the relationship between faith and psychology. His books include Speaking Truth in Love, Seeing with New Eyes, Power Encounters, and The Biblical Counseling Movement: History and Context.

Edward T. Welch, M.Div., Ph.D. is a counselor and faculty member at CCEF. He earned a Ph.D. in counseling (neuropsychology) from the University of Utah and has a Master of Divinity degree from Biblical Theological Seminary. Ed has been counseling for over 30 years and has written extensively on the topics of depression, fear, and addictions. His books include: When People Are Big and God is Small; Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave; Blame it on the Brain; Depression—A Stubborn Darkness; Running Scared; Crossroads: A Step-by-Step Guide Away From Addiction; and When I Am Afraid: A Step-by-Step Guide Away from Fear and Anxiety.

Elyse Fitzpatrick, M.A. has been counseling for over twenty years. She holds a certificate in biblical counseling from CCEF (San Diego) and an M.A. in Biblical Counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary, and is a member of the National Association of Nouthetic Counseling. Elyse is the author of numerous books including:  the award winning Women Helping Women; Women Counseling Women; Idols of the Heart; You Never Stop Being A Parent; Helper By Design; Because He Loves Me: How Christ Transforms Our Daily Life, and many others. Elyse has been married to her husband Phil for over thirty years and has three adult children and six adorable grandchildren.

Cecelia Bernhardt, M.Div., is the director of counseling at CCEF. She has completed the Advanced Counseling Certificate through CCEF and also has a Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Theological Seminary. She specializes in women’s issues, singleness, young adults, depression, and sexual abuse. She was the president of the women’s ministry in her church for three years. She enjoys her large family, reading, music and flowers - live and in water color.

Michael R. Emlet, M.Div., M.D. practiced as a family physician for 12 years before joining CCEF as a counselor and faculty member. Mike holds an M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania as well as a Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Theological Seminary. He has authored the mini-books: Asperger Syndrome; Help for the Caregiver; OCD; and Angry Children, and has just released his first full-length book: CrossTalk: Where Life & Scripture Meet.

Alasdair Groves, M. Div., is the Director of Counseling at CCEF New England and is an adjunct faculty member at CCEF.  He received his Master of Divinity in counseling from Westminster Theological Seminary. Alasdair has also served as a pastoral counselor at Westerly Road Church in Princeton, and prior to seminary was a campus minister with the Navigators Christian Fellowship at Dartmouth College. He has a passion to foster genuine relationships in the local church, especially through counseling and counseling training. Alasdair is married with two children.

Monica Kim, M.A.R. is Associate Faculty and a counselor at CCEF. She has a Master of Arts in Religion from Westminster Theological Seminary and has written for The Journal of Biblical Counseling. In addition to her work at CCEF, Monica serves on the pastoral staff at her church where she speaks, teaches Bible studies, leads women's groups, and counsels youth and families.

Julie Smith Lowe, M.A. is Associate Faculty at CCEF and has been counseling for over 13 years. She has a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Biblical Theological Seminary, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and is pursuing certification as a Registered Play Therapist. She has extensive experience with foster and adoptive families, as well as child maltreatment issues. She speaks at events regarding women's issues, parenting, and children and conflict resolution.

Aaron Sironi, LCPC directs the CCEF affiliate office in Billings, Montana. He holds a Master of Science degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary and has earned Level I, II and III Certificates in Biblical Counseling from CCEF, where he also serves as Adjunct Faculty. Aaron and his wife, Kellie, are members of Rocky Mountain Community Church and have three children. Aaron enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and playing outdoor sports.

Winston T. Smith, M.Div. is a counselor and faculty member at CCEF. Winston has been counseling for more than 15 years and holds a Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Theological Seminary. Winston is the author of Marriage Matters: Extraordinary Change Through Ordinary Moments as well as several mini-books: Divorce Recovery; Help for Stepfamilies; It’s All About Me—The Problem with Masturbation; Who Does the Dishes?; and Help! My Spouse Committed Adultery.

Jeremy Lelek, M.A., Ph.D. has been a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor in the state of Texas since 2003.  He has been counseling full time since 1999.  He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Education and Supervision, a Master’s Degree in Counseling and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.  Dr. Lelek currently serves as the President of the Association of Biblical Counselors as well as Metroplex Counseling—a local counseling center with offices throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.