Adam Williams
Chief Executive Member
MS/MSW/LPC
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I do my thing and you do your thing. I am not in this world to live up to your expectations and you are not in this world to live up to mine. You are you, and I am I, and if by chance we find each other, it’s beautiful. If not, it can’t be helped. -Gestalt Prayer
Life is ever changing and unpredictable at times, gaining control of your emotions and utilizing the ability to effectively communicate on a consistent basis will prove to reduce external and internal stressors, increasing the quality of life on a daily basis.
As a professional counselor, I have been blessed with the opportunity to be trained and educated by professionals with decades of experience, allowing me the opportunity to be placed in therapeutic situations that go beyond the traditional therapeutic setting. I feel that my life experiences has given me the opportunity to understand strenuous situations and the ability to cope with life’s challenges.
Everyone has a story, trials, tribulations, success, failures and uncertainties, how we deal with each situation, shapes and molds us into the people we become and how we influence others.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. I possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology, A Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and a Masters degree in Social Work from Troy University.
Amy Hancock
managing member
MS/LPC
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I believe change is the characteristic of all growth. In order to make positive life changes, we must change our thoughts, which produces change in our actions, which builds new outcomes and destinations.
The greatest gift of being a Counselor is assisting clients in making changes that they would like to make to improve their quality of life.
I have been a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor since 2017 and have nine years of counseling experience. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Troy University in 2009 and Masters of Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Kentucky in 2015.
I have worked exclusively with adults with addictions for the first seven years in various settings including Intensive Outpatient Treatment, residential treatment in the correctional setting and outpatient methadone maintenance. I am experienced in working with children, families and adults using a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to what is appropriate for each individual client’s needs in order to meet them where they are and assist them successfully reach their desired destination. I am a Managing Member/Co-Founder of Arch Counseling, LLC.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my daughter. I am also an avid Georgia Bulldogs football fan and enjoy traveling.
The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but building the new.
~Socrates
Sharon Petrie
MS/LPC
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Supervising Counselor. After working with children, adolescents, parents, adults and families for over 38 years, I believe I have the experience to help clients discover lasting solutions and make adjustments that will lead to a happier, healthier life. Your treatment plan and the direction of our sessions will be tailored to meet your individual needs.
In 1990 I received a Master’s Degree in Counseling and then in 2002 I received an ED.S Degree in Counseling from Troy University. My working experience includes working as a middle school teacher and guidance counselor for 31 years and working as a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 23 years in several different settings.
In 1999 I became certified and began teaching Parent Project Parenting classes. My professional experience includes serving as a Conflict Resolution Trainer of Trainers, Developing Capable People Parenting Training, and a member of the School Crisis Counseling Team.
Two professional awards I am most proud of are being selected by the Alabama Counseling Association as the 1996 Alabama Middle School Counselor of the Year and my selection as District 2 Teacher of the Year by the Alabama State Department of Education.
My approach to counseling tends to be cognitive and based in reality therapy.I believe most everyone is capable of change and can learn new thought and behavior patterns.I emphasize choice and responsibility using empathy, principals of positive regard and a warm and caring relationship.My goal is to help you develop a happier, healthier life.
Katie Herring
MS/LPC
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“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” -Viktor Frankl
I have worked as a therapist for Arch Counseling since June 2018. I am a native of Elba, Alabama and received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Troy University Dothan in 2010. I completed my Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology at Troy University Dothan in 2018 and am currently working toward obtaining associate licensure.
I enjoy helping clients of all ages develop the necessary tools and coping skills to manage a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral issues. I also enjoy spending time with my children, reading, and practicing yoga.
Jakobbee White
MS/LPC
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Sharon Baxter
MS/LPC
The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones-Confucius.
I am a proud graduate of Troy University. From this institution I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education in 1992 and a Master of Science in Education in 2000. In 2012, I received my Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. However, my professional journey began as an elementary school teacher. I taught elementary students for 22 years before becoming a school counselor. For approximately 8 years, I was a school counselor for middle school students. After working with students and families for 30 years in a public-school setting, I began working with Arch Counseling as a therapist/counselor in 2019.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the idea that change is always possible, if we are informed about ourselves, possess the skills required to make changes and are motivated to do so. Assisting people of all ages, in their personal journey of navigating life, is my passion!
Shaneika Thomas
MS, LPC
“The best way out is always through”- Robert Frost
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of South Alabama (2010) and a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Troy University (2016). With over nine years of experience in the counseling field, I have worked with diverse populations across various settings.
Early in my career, I provided support to adults struggling with substance use disorders in an inpatient detox facility. I also gained valuable experience through the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, where I supported both children and adults with physical and mental disabilities. In this role, I frequently worked with individuals diagnosed with autism, helping them develop essential social and job readiness skills to succeed in competitive employment environments.
My clinical expertise spans working with children, adults, and families. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual’s or family’s unique needs. My approach is rooted in person-centered and solution-focused therapy, allowing me to actively listen, build meaningful therapeutic relationships, and collaboratively identify practical, goal-oriented solutions.
Outside of my professional work, I enjoy cooking and spending quality time with my daughters.
Allie Weber
ALC
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” - Eleanor Roosevelt
I am a proud two time graduate of Auburn University. War Eagle! I received a Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation and Disability Studies in 2019 and a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2023. I have recently begun my Educational Specialist degree in Counseling at Troy University. Go Trojans!
I have previously worked as a special education teacher and vocational rehabilitation counselor in Colorado. I was born and raised in Alabama and am happy to be back in my home state. My philosophy begins with meeting people where they’re at and seeing my clients for the unique and complex individuals that they are. I strive to understand the reality my clients face, the struggles they endure, and in turn, be a reliable source for them to share with and feel truly heard.
Sarah Couch
ALC
“Be the change. Be the good.”
I’m a proud two-time graduate of Troy University, earning my Bachelor of Science in Human Services in 2022 and my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2025. I’m currently completing the hours required for my LPC.
Troy became my home during my college years, and I’m grateful for the chance to give back to this community and the surrounding areas. My passion is working with young people, helping them fill their “toolboxes” with skills, strategies, and encouragement to face life’s challenges with confidence. My approach is rooted in compassion, honesty, and meeting others exactly where they are.
When I’m not in sessions, I’m usually with my husband cheering on the Troy Trojans or at home with our two pups, Blu & Scarlett.”