EMERGE
Holistic mental healthcare for vibrant LGBTQIA+ future
Program Description
EMERGE is a community-rooted mental health and wellness hub of Brave Hope Counseling. It blends clinical services, group programming, cultural healing, and advocacy into a clear, replicable model. Services are available in English, Spanish, and Asian languages with a commitment to expand inclusivity across languages and identities.
Mission Statement
Brave Hope Counseling advances mental health equity and well-being within the LGBTQIA+ community by providing linguistically accessible and culturally competent, identity-affirming services that address stigma, dismantle systemic barriers, and advocate for equitable access to care. Through a holistic approach, we empower people to navigate life’s challenges with strength and resilience, fostering thriving and supportive queer communities.
Vision Statement
We envision a future where every LGBTQIA+ person feels empowered to prioritize mental health and seek support without barriers of language, identity, or background, where mental health is destigmatized and everyone is valued, understood, and supported on their wellness journey.
Staff Associated with Program
Brittany Russ
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (OR & WA)
Services provided in English or Spanish
Mel Cox
Chief Operations Officer
Alexis Wong
Licensed Professional Counselor (OR); Licensed Mental Health Counselor (WA)
Services provided in English or Spanish
Kiana Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor (OR); Licensed Mental Health Counselor (WA)
Lindsey Robin-Chen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Rachel Burk
Licensed Professional Counselor
Amelia Pekar
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bonnie Cheng
Professional Counselor Associate (OR); Mental Health Counselor Associate (WA)
Services provided in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese
Cristina Lopez-Vergara
Professional Counselor Associate
Services provided in English or Spanish
Jill Hsieh
Licensed Professional Counselor (OR); Licensed Mental Health Counselor (WA)
Services provided in English or Mandarin
Jingyi Luan
Clinical Social Work Associate
Services provided in English or Mandarin
Kayley Clothier
Licensed Professional Counselor
Lacy Findley
Clinical Social Work Associate
Maxx Potter
Professional Counselor Associate
Olivia Lin
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (OR), Marriage & Family Counselor Associate (WA)
Services provided in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese
Pesha Wasserstrom
Professional Counselor Associate
Rogan Motis
Clinical Social Work Associate
Emily Pelletier
Mental Health Intern
Kendra McKim
Mental Health Intern
Mikah Campbell
Administrative Assistant