About MACC

Bridging Christian Faith and Mental Health

The Midwest Association of Christian Counselors (MACC) exists to connect, equip, and encourage Christian counselors, pastors, and care providers who are servingothers through some of life's most difficult challenges. By fostering professional excellence, meaningful relationships, and a shared commitment to biblical truth, MACC helps strengthen Christ-centered care throughout the Midwest.

Our Mission

TheMidwest Association of Christian Counselors (MACC) exists to connect and equip Christian counselors, pastors, and those serving in ministry to provide Christ-centered care to their communities.

Supporting Those Who Care for Others

MACC is a community of Christian counselors, pastors, and ministry leaders committed to providing compassionate, clinically excellent, Christ-centered care rooted in biblical truth and the love of Christ.
Through meaningful connection, collaboration, continuing education, and professional support, we seek to encourage and equip those serving individuals, families, churches, and communities every day.

Supporting Individuals, Families, and Communities

MACC believes no one should have to navigate difficult seasons alone. We want to help individuals, families, and churches connect with trusted Christian counselors, care providers, and support ministries through our professional network and public directory.

What We Value

Christ-Centered Care

We believe spiritual and emotional health are deeply connected. Our desire is to provide care rooted in biblical truth, guided by compassion, and reflective ofthe love of Christ.

Professional Excellence

We believe Christian caregivers should be clinically excellent, ethically grounded, and continually growing in wisdom, skill, and compassion. MACC exists to support and equip them in that calling.

Compassionate Community

We believe counselors, pastors, and care providers need support and connection too. MACC seeks to foster meaningful relationships, encouragement, collaboration, and community among those serving others.

Hope & Healing

We believe God cares deeply for every person, and that through Christ there is always hope for healing, peace, growth, and restoration.

Collaboration

We believe churches, ministries, and mental health professionals are stronger when working together to support individuals, families, and communities.

Our Statement of Faith

MACC is a faith-based organization rooted in biblical truth and historic Christian faith. While members may come from a variety of denominational backgrounds, MACC is united around core Christian beliefs and a shared commitment to Christ-centered care.
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Meet the Board

MACC is led by a dedicated team of Christian counselors, ministry leaders, and professionals who are passionate about the mission of connecting and equipping those serving in Christian mental health.

Amber Langford

President
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist AAMFT Approved Supervisor, LPC/LPCC Approved Supervisor
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Ray Williams

Vice President
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
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Stacy Vollands

Secretary
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor CEDS
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Traci Leone Parzych

Treasurer
Masters Degree - Mental Health Counseling
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Elisa Bachmann

Board Member
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy
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Denaya Black

Board Member
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
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Chip Neuenschwander

Board Member
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
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Interested in Becoming Part of MACC?

Whether you're seeking professional community, continuing education, referrals, or Christ-centered support, we'd love to connect with you.