Clinical Crew
Clinical Crew

Melody McKibbin
Captain (Owner) /Therapist
Areas of Focus:
* Personality Disorder Assessment & Treatment
* Grief & Loss
* Child Loss
* Christian Faith-Based Counseling
* Depression & Anxiety
* Enneagram Informed
Melody McKibbin, LPC, LMHC, LPCC, C-PD
Melody holds an M.A. in Professional Counseling from Amberton University and an M.S. in Family Studies from Texas Woman’s University. She is a Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider with Level II DBT Accreditation and is currently a doctoral candidate at Liberty University, pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology with a concentration in Theology and has been with Counseling Cove PLLC since 2021.
Licensed in seven states, Melody provides accessible, individualized care to a diverse population. She fosters a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered through active listening, collaborative care, and tailored treatment. Her experience as director of a faith-based homeless shelter, along with years in community and social services, enriches her holistic and client-centered approach utilizing an ecclectic blend of Motivational Interviewing and Reality Therapy.
When she’s not seeing clients, Melody enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, family, and friends—and their two beloved Russian Blue cats. She is also a writer of both fiction and nonfiction, passionate about Bible study and theology, and integrates Christian faith into counseling when requested by her clients.
Education:
"For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone." Psalm 91:11-12

Michael Bradford
Clinical Supervisor
Texas & Washington
Michael Bradford, LPC-S
Education
* B.A Psychology - University of Texas- San Antonio* M.A. Marriage and Family Therapy - Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary* M.A. Christian Education - Southwestern Baptist Theological SeminaryCredentials
"“The Lord has heard my supplication; The Lord will receive my prayer..”." Psalm 6:9

Alina Salisbury
LMFT Supervisor (California)
LMFT (Texas)
Areas of Focus:
* Adoption
* Attachment-Informed Therapy
* Christian faith-based counseling
Alina Salisbury, LMFT-S, LMFT
Education
* Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, Fuller Theological Seminary
* Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, California State University, Northridge
* Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies, California State University, NorthridgeCredentials
* Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, California State University, Northridge
* Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies, California State University, Northridge
""Here am I! Send me"
Isaiah 6:8

Zeb Lyons
Associate Therapist
Areas of Focus:
Zeb Lyons, M.S., LPC-Associate
Education
* Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling- Mid-America Christian University
Credentials
Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen and called its name Ebenezer; for he said, “Till now the LORD has helped us.” 1 Samuel 7:12

Aaron Eaton
Pastoral Counselor
NCFBPPC Candidate
North Carolina Fee-Based Professional Pastoral Counselor
Areas of Focus:
Aaron Eaton, MDiv, MBA
Education
* Master of Divinity, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
* Master of Business Administration, Liberty University
* Master of Arts in Executive Leadership, Liberty University
* Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, with minors in Counseling and Pastoral Studies, Carolina University
* Master of Arts in Human Service Counseling, Liberty University (in progress)
Credentials
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” Proverbs 9:10
Support Crew
Lauren Clark, Director

Lauren Clark
First Mate/Director
First Mate Lauren holds an Associate’s degree in Sociology and is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s in Psychology, reflecting her deep commitment to personal growth and her passion for supporting others on their mental health journey. As the TCC Navigator at The Counseling Cove, she serves as the warm, welcoming first point of contact for clients, guiding them with empathy and clarity through the intake and scheduling process. Lauren plays a vital role in cultivating a compassionate, client-centered environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and cared for from the very beginning.
Education
* A.A. Sociology
"You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you."
Song of Solomon 4:7
Jeremy Ballard, DMin.


