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Kirk Reber
Executive Director

Kirk has over 20 years of experience in non-profit and ministry work where he has enjoyed being involved in multiple communities and settings including hospital, youth shelter, rescue mission, church, and community center. His experience includes the role as a teacher, mental health counselor, director and international worker. Most recently Kirk and his wife, Valisha, served overseas in the Independent Republic of Georgia as missionaries with their three daughters.

In addition, he has a BS from IPFW; an MS from University of Nebraska at Omaha and has seminary training from the Alliance Theological Seminary.

Kirk enjoys hiking and playing games with his family. They attend Westview Alliance Church in Fort Wayne.

Counselors


Mary Keller, MA
Licensed School Counselor

Mary Keller has a Bachelors in Education from the University of St. Francis and a Masters in Education from Indiana University as well as an endorsement and license in school counseling.

Mary has spent over 40 years in both the public and private sector of education. She has worked as a teacher, educational liaison, and supervisor. Mary has over 25 years experience as a school counselor. Mary has enjoyed mentoring students in the Fort Wayne area schools.

Mary has extensive experience working with children and adolescents with behavior issues. She is familiar with special education concerns and has assisted in the IP process. Mary’s diverse educational work and experience has provided unique knowledge and information to work with youth in crisis.

Raphael Bosley, LMHC
Professional Counselor

Raphael completed his Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Purdue University-Fort Wayne with a focus on Mental Health. He also received the Purdue Fort Wayne Counselor Education Clinical Excellence Award in April 2019.

Raphael has a passion for advocacy, serving, and empowering the underserved and underrepresented populations of our community. He brings over 7 years of experience working with various populations, including but not limited to: homeless individuals, juveniles, adult offenders, at-risk youth populations, and individuals with mental illnesses.

Raphael operates with an optimistic perspective. He believes, despite the darkness there is in any situation or individual - good can be discovered and used as a tool of motivation to rebuild, reorganize, and rebrand. Raphael has dedicated himself to helping others grow personally, professionally, and spiritually, in hopes that a ripple effect will be the start of individuals committing to doing the work it takes to be a better version of themselves.

Outside of the counseling office Raphael enjoys spending time with his wife and their two beautiful children. Raphael is a member of the American Counseling Association, The Fellowship of Christian Counselors and an associate minister at Greater Progressive Baptist Church.

Becki Kelley, LMHC
Professional Counselor

Becki Kelley has a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Arts from Cedarville University and a Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Becki has spent much of her counseling career assisting those who are youth aged and assessing clients in crisis. She is certified in Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) and has led groups on substance use, anger management, and life skills.

Becki received the calling to enter the counseling field after spending 25 years in media when she was diagnosed, treated for, and survived breast cancer. The experience took her to a place of great suffering and also put her around others who were suffering and needed help, especially with the mental and emotional toll that a cancer diagnosis can cause. While God has not led her to work with cancer patients in particular, it has become clear that just about any of life's situations can cause mental and emotional challenges and she feels called to meet people in their difficulty.

When not working, Becki enjoys watching her teenage son play soccer, basketball, and baseball. Becki attends Pathway Community Church.

Michael Christian, LMHC
Professional Counselor

Mike is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), receiving his Master’s Degree in Counseling from
Cornerstone University. He is also an ordained Pastoral Counselor. Mike also has thirty years of previous
work experience in the business world. His passion is to work with individuals and couples to help them
realize their purpose and identity in Christ, and how that knowledge can provide them with peace in life
circumstances. 

Mike’s use of God’s Word and CBT will address issues of anxiety, depression, trauma,
stress, relationship conflict, and communication problems. Mike also incorporates an exploration of
current and past thoughts, habits, and behaviors that can often get in the way of us moving forward in
life and getting to know God’s love, grace, and foregiveness..

Mike is a member of Fellowship of Christian Counselors and American Association of Christian Counselors. He and his wife Brenda are members of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lakeland, Florida.

Shea Busch, LMFT, LMHC
Professional Counselor

Shea Busch, LMFT, LMHC has been a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 12 years. She earned her Masters from the School of Education in Counseling and Counselor Education at Purdue University of Fort Wayne and earned her BS of Psychology from Indiana Wesleyan University. She is the Clinical Specialist for Cross Connections, which entails managing all requests for records, providing supervision for interns and associates, and consultation for licensed therapists. Shea has worked with youth in residential settings providing individual and family therapy and adult and adolescent clients diagnosed with eating disorders in residential and outpatient settings. She has received training in Trauma-Focused CBT, and is now working on her certification as an Approved Supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

Paula Martin, MSEd, LSW, LMHC, LCAC
Professional Counselor

Paula S. Martin, MS-Ed, LSW, LMHC, LCAC, received her Bachelors in Supervision from Purdue University and a Masters in Counseling Education from Indiana University. Paula has over 30 years experience as a Social Service Worker and Mental Health Therapist and believes in treating everyone with respect and dignity. She believes in creating a safe place for difficult conversations, work on resolving issues and collaboration on treatment plans. Paula’s approach is Client-Centered, Trauma-Focused, Biblical and Narrative. Her specialties include: At-risk Youth, Racial Tensions, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Grief & Loss. Paula is a member of The Greater Spirit of Love Church and enjoys reading, creating floral arrangements, crocheting, listening to gospel music, and spending time with family.

Paul Bruns, LCAC
Professional Counselor

Paul received his Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University with a mental health and addictions emphasis. Since then, he has received an LCAC license specializing in both chemical dependencies and process addictions. Paul has also done extensive grief counseling due to losses accompanying addiction, with a trauma-informed approach. While he was working towards his Masters, Paul worked for several years as a supported living aide, working primarily with Cerebral Palsy and Traumatic Brain Injury. Paul advocates for his clients and seeks first to understand, and then walk with them toward a healthier, well-balanced and Christ-centered life.

Paul has worked in both residential and outpatient settings and each presents unique challenges to both the counselee in his recovery and to the counselor in enhancing that motivation for recovery. Paul believes that the greatest hope for sustained recovery is in a relationship with Jesus Christ and consistency in spiritual growth. He feels rapport and comfort dealing with teens, those in their 60’s and all ages in between.

Paul enjoys free time with his wife Bonnie, five children combined between them, with two grandchildren and four foster grandchildren as well as Willie, their Blue Heeler. Paul is a member of Fellowship of Christian Counselors and American Association of Christian Counselors. He is an active member of Headwaters Church in Fort Wayne Indiana.

Holli Lantz, MA
Professional Counselor and Communications Coordinator

Holli received her Bachelors in Education from Purdue Lafayette and her Masters in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University. Incorporating psychological and biblical practices, Holli leads clients to God as the source of help, the Way to healing, and the answer for every need. She desires to be led by the Holy Spirit as He directs every client’s unique healing journey. Her holistic approach recognizes that our spirit, soul, and body are interconnected and that successful treatment addresses somatic, psychological, and spiritual symptoms. She focuses on helping clients renew their minds and take harmful thoughts and behaviors captive. This is accomplished through a unique combination of client education in neuroscience, biblical CBT and ACT techniques, and practices which help clients incorporate Truth into their everyday lives.  Holli is a mother to nine children and enjoys homeschooling, participating in worship & discipleship ministry, biking, hiking, enjoying God’s creation and all types of creative work.

Bonnie Payne, MA, LMHCA
Professional Counselor
Bonnie has over 20 years experience in pastoral care and counseling, and has been a licensed counselor in New Zealand since 2011 where she worked in private practice and for the local district health board. Most recently she worked as a Masters level therapist for inpatient services. She is pursuing her licensing in the State of Indiana. Bonnie has a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on psychology and social work, she holds a Masters of Arts in Pastoral Care and Counseling, and has extensive post graduate studies in Counseling Psychology.
 
Her specialty areas include working with children and adolescents; trauma and sexual abuse counseling; special needs like Autism and ADHD; adoption and foster care; infertility, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, and family therapy. 
 
Bonnie has been married for 22 years and has two school aged children. She enjoys spending time with her family and pets, reading, painting, cooking and other crafts. Bonnie has lived in and travelled to several countries around the world. 

Interns


Langston Ginder

Langston Ginder, is a graduate of Huntington University where he majored in psychology and Christian Ministry. Langston played baseball at Huntington University, where he was named an All- American in 2023. After a brief stint in professional baseball, he retired to focus on his academic and counseling career. He is passionate about offering Christ-centered counseling services, meeting individuals in their struggles just as Christ did and is fulfilling his internship requirements at Cross Connections. Langston's journey reflects resilience, faith, and a commitment to serving others through both his personal and professional life. Langston is married to Ana Pierson who owns a successful wedding photography business in Fort Wayne.

John Imhof

John is currently an intern with Cross Connections. He graduated from Moody Bible Institute with a degree in intercultural studies and is working on his Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Huntington University. John has and continues to work in substance abuse treatment and volunteers at the local correctional facility. He is drawn to showing the love of Christ and coming alongside those who hurt deeply, listening to those who need an ear, walking with those who need a companion, and understanding the stories of those who have been ignored; John takes delight in being the hands and feet of Christ guided by the Holy Spirit. John can be found daydreaming about his next trip to the wilderness, backpacking, paddling, trail running and cycling in his free time. Spending quality time with family and friends is a frequent event for John, especially if a competitive game of pickleball is present.

Gabriella Turnpaugh

Gabby graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology of Human Relations through Indiana Wesleyan University and is currently working on her Masters in Clinical Mental Health counseling through Liberty University’s online program. 

She loves volunteer work with youth and children through programs including Royal Family Kids, Rise Youth, and Night to Shine. Gabby is passionate about providing Christ centered support for individuals as they set and pursue goals. 

Gabby is happily married as of August 2024, is an active member of the Remnant church, and enjoys all things outdoorsy. When at home she enjoys art, reading, making pastries, and hanging out with her giant dog.

Kylee Lunford

Kylee is currently an intern with Cross Connections. She has a Bachelor’s in Psychology through Bethel College and is working toward a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Liberty University in Virginia. Kylee felt the Lord calling her to counseling during her years as a stay-at-home-mom. She began exploring wounds from her past and how they were affecting her in the present. While parenting has and will be the hardest thing she will ever do, she knows the Lord took her through some tough years to be able to counsel others well with compassion and understanding. Kylee listens to her clients’ stories and empathizes with them in their suffering and struggles. She uses a tool called the Enneagram as well as aspects of Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients gain greater awareness and get them back to the truth of who the Lord created them to be. Kylee is also interested in Sports Psychology and helping athlete’s achieve success through improved mental performance and dealing with life issues getting in the way of their game. Kylee is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. She is married to her husband of 13 years, and they have 3 children and a labradoodle, JoJo. She and her family enjoy sports, swimming, nature, bonfires, singing, and reading. They are members of Avalon Missionary Church.

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Support Staff


Miriam Marksbury
Client Care Specialist
Miriam is one of our Client Care Specialists, whom care for Cross Connection's administrative needs. Her smiling face and warm personality will greet you when you arrive at Cross Connections. She has 5 grown children, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. She loves to go out to eat with family and friends, enjoy live theater, and play Singo. She loves the Lord and praises Him everyday.
Andrea Bockelman
Client Care Specialist

Andrea serves at Cross Connections as a Client Care specialist.  She assists with scheduling, communications and check-ins and cares for clients needs with a generous and loving heart.  Andrea and her husband stay busy raising 3 boys.  She especially enjoys cultivating her flower garden and supporting her boys' sports endeavors. 

Dave Wall
Billing Specialist