Joshua Keene, M.S., LMFT (Owner)
I was born and raised in Louisiana, but have fallen in love with the beauty of both the landscape and people of the valley. I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2015 in both Florida and Virginia. I graduated in 2009 from Harding University with an M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy. I am a systems-based therapist and utilize Core Model in helping others work through trauma and Structural Family Therapy to help identify key themes within the family system that can bring healing. I am also a Board approved supervisor and can supervise other MFTs as they work toward licensure.
Michele Comer, Resident In Counseling
Hello! My name is Michele Comer, and I live in the Valley with my husband of 30 years, Sean. We have two young adult daughters. I am a Licensed Resident Counselor in the office and graduated with honors from Liberty University’s Master of Professional Counseling program in August of 2019. I am fascinated with the new research emerging in the field of neuroscience and enjoy applying that knowledge as well as CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Systems Therapy when working with teens and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, identity/orientation issues, and relationship difficulties of all kinds.
Scott Schmidt, MDiv, MAMFT
Resident of Marriage & Family Therapy
I was born in Roanoke and served 8 years active duty in the U.S. Army from 1990-1998. I hold two master’s degrees – Pastoral Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy. I have served churches, couples, and individuals in Virginia & Pennsylvania since 2002. I enjoy walking alongside each family member as they work on personal, marriage and blended family issues. I am trained to look at the big picture of the entire family system and help them take more intentional steps. I work well in areas of abuse, addiction, anger management, anxiety, depression, faith/church, grief, marital, pre-marital, parenting, and spirituality.
Lisa Weaber, LPC
Hello! My name is Lisa Weaber. My husband and I and our 4 children our lucky enough to have called the Valley our home since 2013. After graduating from Toccoa Falls College with a BS in Christian Counseling, I earned my MA in Counseling in 2003 from Regent University, and in 2007 became a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience with adults and families. In therapy I tend to come from a CBT framework, but I like to integrate other theories into sessions to fully meet your needs. In my work with kids and adolescents, I love to use Play Therapy and am in the process of working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
Toby Heidt
Resident of Counseling
Hi! I have a Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University and a BA in Theology from Colorado Christian as well. During the day, I work with aggressive youth with Autism and conduct disorders at Liberty Point Behavioral Health in Staunton. As a Resident in Counseling, I enjoy helping kids change behaviors that help lead to reuniting them with families. When not in session, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two dogs. My hobbies include playing recreational sports and watching any and every sporting event on TV. The Denver Broncos are certainly the number one priority, however.
Ashlei Woods
Resident of Marriage and Family Counseling
Hey there! My name is Ashlei, and I grew up in southern Illinois, moving to the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in 2012. The Lord has been calling me to the field of counseling my whole life. I have a Master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy through Liberty University. I have experience as a children’s minister, pastoral counselor, premarital mentor and elementary school teacher. My passion is for families, whether children, singles, married couples or entire family units. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy and structural family therapy for my theoretical orientation in the counseling room.
Savannah Kelley
I am licensed therapist with a certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I received my Masters in Counseling degree from Eastern Mennonite University and have spent my career specializing in working with children and teens with trauma. I provides sexual trauma treatment at the Valley CAC. Beforehand, I provided individual, family, and group counseling in the collegiate, public school, in-home, and community mental health settings. I utilize evidence based, holistic interventions that integrate client’s somatic experience, cognitions, and emotions. I also utilize mindfulness, trauma-informed yoga, and expressive arts to help clients engage in self-regulation and intrapersonal growth. In addition to my enthusiasm and advocacy for mental health, I read, listen to podcasts, and spend time outside.
Megan Kincheloe, LPC
Meet Megan Kincheloe. I was born and raised in the Valley and have had my roots here my entire life. I live in Augusta County with my husband and two children. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Bridgewater College and received my Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. I am incredibly grateful to be a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, as this has been my heart’s desire for as long as I can remember. I believe wholeheartedly in offering trauma-informed care to those who have had adverse life experiences that are continuing to impact their day to day.
Most recently I have become trained in EMDR which is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on encouraging individuals to challenge distorted cognitions and change destructive patterns of behavior.
My passion is to help individuals recognize their value and worth, overcome shame, and live an abundant life of freedom.
Taylor McNair, Office Manager
Hi my name is Taylor. I have been in the Valley for many years. My husband and I live in Waynesboro and are very connected at Grace Christian School. I have been in administrative work for over 10 years. In my time not a work, I enjoy coaching the Varsity girls soccer team at Grace, watching Alabama Football (ROLL TIDE), and hanging out with friends. I will most likely be your first contact here at Tasso, so I hope to make you feel welcome!