Genrty Turk, MA, LMHC, SUDP

Hi, I’m Gentry

Background

Ten years ago, during an internship at Focus on the Family, I realized that counseling was my calling. Truthfully, I had never even considered being a therapist as a potential career until my internship placement. Ever since that internship, I have pursued degrees and trainings to further my knowledge, skill, and development as a therapist. Over the years, my practice has grown to not only help clients directly, but also supervise and educate other clinicians along their own journeys to becoming therapists. 

As a therapist, I work with individuals who represent all walks of life. Early in my career, I provided mental health counseling to individuals struggling with addiction. My time spent working in the realm of addictions is marked by the immense respect for each of my clients who chose to attend therapy to better themselves. Despite our aversion to pain and suffering, I can honestly say there is hope found in seeking out help to process these revelations. It is a joy to witness clients take ownership of their story and experience healing from the stronghold of addiction. 

Clinical Practice and Therapeutic Modalities

Currently as a clinician, I am passionate about supporting the needs of single men and women as the number of men and women reaching long-term singleness and issues related singleness are on the rise in our society today (Barna Group, 2017). I also work with teenagers and adults of all age ranges. Areas of focus within my clinical practice include trauma and PTSD, addiction, issues related to sexuality, grief, ambiguous loss (Mooney, 2023), spirituality, and interpersonal relationships. Other areas also present and supported in counseling include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and behavioral concerns. 

I am trained in both mental health and substance abuse counseling. I use a variety of methods depending on the client’s needs. My orientation stems from a trauma informed approach to client presentation. Generally, I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, EMDR, Existential Therapy, and Christian Counseling with my clients. 

In this current season of personal growth, I am working on a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. I also supervise MA level clinicians who are pursuing completion of their counseling degree.