Runsten
The Bible Recap & Supper Club
Loren and Ann Runsten enjoy traveling, hiking, and camping. Having experienced God’s redemption through the blessing of a blended family, they seek to join Him in His work through service. Looking to deepen your relationship with Christ and fellow believers? Join Loren and Ann for weekly potluck dinners and reading through the Bible in about a…
Valenzuela
30-55
Melissa and Esteban Valenzuela have been together since 2009 and have seen God’s work in their blended family. With three children, they understand how easy it is to move through the day-to-day routine and miss the opportunity to further grow in Christ. Their marriage and family have been through many seasons, some of which were…
Hernandez
Young Families
Mike and Evan Hernandez married in 2018 and have three darling young daughters: twins Dahlia and Ariya and little Cambria. As one would expect, this keeps life exciting and fun, and often a little feral. The Hernandez fam is a service-dedicated family: Evan with H2H and they both serve in Awana Cubbies. They love games,…
Elizabeth Cioran
Trainee
I believe that one of the most powerful gifts we can receive is the chance to be truly seen, heard, and supported. My path into counseling has been shaped by both my education and my personal journey. Living with a visual impairment has taught me resilience, patience, and the importance of leaning into challenges with…
Todd Kosiewicz
Todd is completing his master’s degree in Counseling from California Baptist University. In addition to Todd’s Biblically-based graduate program, he comes to us with over 30 years of experience working with youth and families in the church, academic, and community outreach settings. Todd has both personal and professional experience in working with sexual integrity, parenting,…
Fred Biby
Pastoral Counselor
MDiv Talbot Seminary Master of Arts, Counseling Laurie and I are celebrating 49 years of marriage and have two adult children. During the last 27 years of ministry I served as an executive pastor in two large churches. I retired from ministry in December of 2019 and completed an MA in Counseling under the tutelage…
Michael L. Beckner
Mike is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and one of the Counselors here at Creekside Coaching and Counseling. He earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from CSU Sacramento in 1980 and another Master’s degree in Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University in 1999. Mike has been providing…
Timothy Keller
Licensed Counselor
I have over 12 years of experience working with adults and teens in various mental health settings. I have experience helping individuals cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, boundary issues, relational issues, and many other challenges. I have a passion for working with individuals who are struggling with unresolved traumas of all kinds. I…
Trinity Vessells
Associate
Trinity has over a year of counseling experience as well as a diverse background in domestic violence victim advocacy and school counseling for elementary-aged students. Trinity has experience in helping children and adults of all ages achieve personal growth and navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship problems, and low-self esteem. She is…
Krista Fuller
Associate
Krista received her Master’s degree in Counseling from Western Theological Seminary. In addition to her Biblically-based graduate program, she comes to us with over 20 years of experience working with youth and families in the church setting. Krista has both personal and professional experience in working with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, marital communication, boundaries, and…