Pastor Rick joined the staff of Pikes Peak Christian Church in 2008. He serves as the Director of Pastoral Care Ministries at PPCC, which includes the Care Center. God gave him a vision for the Care Center, which brings hope and healing to the broken within our church and community.

With 45 years of ministry experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, leading a great team of counselors and staff to minister to the whole person. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Ministry from Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, and a Master's of Divinity Degree from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa OK. 

He married his beautiful wife, Susan in 1948.

David is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the counseling field. He has served in both public and private counseling settings, working in direct care as well as in management roles. His experience also includes teaching in the Counseling Department at Corban University and serving on several counseling-related boards.

David currently provides clinical supervision at the Care Center at Pikes Peak Christian Church, where he combines his passion for counseling with his heart for ministry. He also runs a private counseling practice and is pursuing a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Walden University.

David is especially passionate about walking alongside counselors-in-training, helping them grow in their skills, gain confidence, and discover the unique ways God has gifted them to serve others through the work of counseling.  

Romy is our POC for all incoming interns. Her heart for our community and the wounded warriors in our congregation is truly amazing. She loves watching hearts and minds healed in The Care Center.

I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy at Colorado Christian University, and the wife of an Air Force veteran with four grown children. Having experienced the realities of military life and deployments, I bring personal and professional understanding to my work with current and former service members and their families. 

Grounded in a Christian worldview, I approach from client-centered models and respect the personal and spiritual values my clients bring to the therapy process. When working with couples, I utilize the evidence-based practices of the Gottman Method Levels 1 and 2. My work is shaped by the belief that each person is created with inherent dignity and the capacity to growth, and I hope to honor the whole person, mind, body, and spirit. Whether working with couples seeking reconnection, individuals carrying the weight of trauma, or families adjusting to the new stages of life, I strive to provide a therapeutic relationship rooted in empathy, hope, truth, and grace.

If you would like an appointment with Dee Dee, please contact The Care Center at 719.392.8855

or email carecenter@yes2god.org and request an appoinment.                                                                                                           .

Darryl Avery is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C) in the state of Colorado, completing supervised clinical practice under the direction of a board-approved supervisor. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado Christian University.

Darryl provides counseling services to individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents, drawing from a systems-oriented and trauma-informed framework. His clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and family system theory, with sensitivity to each client's developmental stage, cultural background, and relational context.

His clinical experience includes working with clients presenting with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, grief and loss, trauma exposure,  relational conflict, infidelity recovery, parenting challenges, identity development, and faith- related concerns. Darryl has served diverse populations, including children and adolescents, first responders, blended families, long-term married couples, and underserved or spiritually oriented clients.

Darryl brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the Department of Defense, which informs his work with clients navigating high-stress environments, responsibility overload, performance pressure, and identity strain. He is especially attuned to the needs of men, fathers, and leaders seeking emotional health, relational integrity, and sustainable coping strategies.

When appropriate and desired by the client, Darryl thoughtfully integrates a Christian worldview into the counseling process, while maintaining professional, ethical,  and client-centered care. He is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients are empowered to develop insight, resilience, and meaningful change.

Darryl is currently accruing post-graduate hours toward full licensure and practices in accordance with Colorado DORA, ACA ethical standards, and state supervision requirements.

If you would like to schedule an appointment with Darryl,  contact The Care Center at 719-392-8855 or email carecenter@yes2god.org and request an appointment.

The cost will be $75.00 per session.

Amanda is completing her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands and will graduate in 2026. She has previously obtained her Master's of Addictions Counseling through Liberty University and received her Bachelor's degree from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, MN, where she double-majored in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and Biblical Theology. Amanda has served in the mental health field for 9 years, with a background in ABA therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.

Amanda firmly believes in utilizing a biblical approach to shift negative thoughts and core beliefs using concepts such as self-compassion, biblical grace, and forgiveness to restore hope and begin writing a new narrative for the future. In the past, Amanda specialized in autism therapy and working with children. For the last two years, Amanda practiced under supervision at an outpatient clinic in rural Kentucky, serving a wide range of clients with substance use and mental health needs. Amanda enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families upon request. Her focus areas include complex trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, teen depression, ADHD, and substance use. Amanda values meeting each person where they are, respecting individuals goals, and building a strong partnership to help each person reach their highest potential.   

If you would like an appointment with Amanda, you can contact The Care Center at 719-392-8855 or email carecenter@yes2god.org and request an appointment.

The cost will be $40.00 per session.