Christy Behrendt-Perez, LPCC

Christy is the owner and founder of Center for Healing and Peace, LLC. She has a passion to help people work through tough times in their lives in order for them to reach their full potential and to gain a new peace. Christy is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor licensed by the state of Ohio Counselor, Social worker, Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Christy earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the Ohio State University and her Master’s degree in Community Counseling from the University of Dayton. Christy is also a member of the American Association or Christian Counselors.

Christy specializes in working with children, teens and adults. She enjoys working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, and life adjustments to difficult situations. She also offers couples counseling, family therapy and counseling for addiction. Christy is trained in EMDR therapy, (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and uses this therapy as needed to assist her clients in healing from trauma and working through strong negative beliefs about themselves. She assists clients in reducing anxiety and depression symptoms while increasing their coping skills. She assists parents of children from ages 2 and older who struggle with behavioral issues. She is also trained in the Gottman Method (Level 1) for Couples’ therapy. Christy is also trained to work with military veterans and their families who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma as well deployment transitions.

Christy uses a Christian perspective when serving individuals, couples and families in order to promote on-going healing from past and present difficulties, circumstances and events.

Kris J. Snyder, IMFT, MBA, CCATP

Kris is an Independently Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) and Sports Psychotherapist with over 30+ years of dedicated service as a catalyst for transformation in the mental health of individuals, their families’ relationships, communities, and sports arena. After completing an internship as a probation officer, his journey in the helping field began with a profound commitment to family and community wellness. From guiding parents in creating nurturing homes and safeguarding the emotional well-being of children, he honed his expertise in preventing parents from losing their children to the custody of the state. This experience laid the groundwork for his approach to therapy; understanding family systems and the root of many individual struggles lies within family cycles and early familial relationships. Specializing in marriage and couples therapy, he has a passion for forging secure emotional connections and addressing mental health challenges. Whether navigating the complexities of marital dynamics or supporting an individual through personal growth, his goal is to illuminate the path to improved mental health through the power of education that leads to understanding and developing secure bonds with others.

Kris is an integrative therapist who believes in the power of innovative methods like Brainspotting. This psychotherapeutic tool has revolutionized his sessions, enabling clients to identify, process, and move beyond trauma that has kept them emotionally stuck. By harnessing the visual field, we tap into the brain’s innate ability to heal, addressing issues such as debris of trauma such as anxiety, anger, and depression. His approach is both research-based and integrative, drawing from the pioneering work of John Gottman, Sue Johnson’s Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) and Terrence Real’s Real Life Therapy (RLT). Kris also holds a Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) from Ohio Dominican, and a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from West Liberty State College. He has served as a co-facilitator with several brainspotting trainings and is a designated co-facilitator in training. He completed Brainspotting Phase(s) 1, 2,3, and 4, Brainspotting with Children and Adolescents, Group Brainspotting, and Brainspotting Expansion/reaching the highest protentional. Kris also completed Level 1 under the Gottman curriculum, Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), Externship and Core Skills 1, Co-facilitated several Hold Me Tight Couple workshops, and Yoga 200 HR YTT Blue Spot Yoga, Bexley, OH. At the core of his practice is the transformative power of understanding brain science, which empowers couples to break cycles of disconnection and build lasting, secure bonds.

Having worked across various states and with many cultures, he brings a rich tapestry of understanding to each session. This diversity informs his empathetic approach and enhances his ability to connect with his clients from all walks of life. Your journey to healing starts here with us, as therapy is more than a process – it is a partnership. Together, we will collaborate and explore the depths of your experiences, harness your inner strengths, and unlock the doors to a more fulfilled life. Whether you seek a secure bond in your relationship, aspire to elevate your athletic prowess, or aim to thrive amidst life challenges, Kris is here to facilitate your journey to wellness. Contact us today to take the first step to pursue your ideal life.

Kris uses a Christian perspective when serving individuals, couples and families in order to promote on-going healing from past and present difficulties, circumstances and events.