Our Team Is Proudly Offering Therapy In Idabel, Oklahoma
Cornerstone Counseling Services, LLC
412 S. Central Ave.
Idabel, OK 74745
580-286-2000 (OFFICE)
580-286-2002 (FAX)
Amy is a graduate of Paris Junior College and Texas A&M University-Commerce. She graduated in August of 2023 with her masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University. She served in Texas and Oklahoma as a teacher for many years. In 2009 while teaching in Oklahoma, she began working as a Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Specialist for a local counseling agency. In 2010, she left her teaching career and began working for them as Program Director of after-school programs. In 2012, she and her father, Steven Foster, opened Cornerstone Counseling Service where she has served as Chief Operations Officer, New Programs Consultant, Drug Testing Director, and as a Behavioral Health Case Manager. Amy is also certified in DOT and non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing, is a DOT Qualified Specimen Collector Trainer, as well as a Breath Alcohol Technician Instructor. She is currently serving as the Site Director for offices at Idabel and McAlester, OK, and Paris, TX.
Rea Mackenzie, Administrative Assistant, HR Officer, Medical Billing and Insurance Specialist, Site Director
Rea is the Administrative Assistant in Hugo, OK. She is also the Assistant HR Officer, the Medical Billing Specialist, and a Site Director for the McAlester, OK office. When she isn't studying or working, Rea enjoys traveling with her two dogs, spending time with loved ones, or relaxing with a book. With over a decade of collective experience in customer service, sales, registration assistance and laying the foundation for business start-ups and filings, Cornerstone welcomes Rea Mackenzie to the team!
Cory Kuykendall, Milan Trainer/Private Insurance Representative, Payroll
Cory has been with Cornerstone Counseling since the opening of the McAlester office in 2012. He serves as Chief Financial Officer, as well as the Milan Trainer and the Private Insurance Representative. He is an asset to those he serves at Cornerstone.
Sydney Miller, Administrative Assistant
Sydney is joining the Cornerstone Counseling Service LLC family as the new Administrative Assistant for the Idabel, OK location. She is Mom to one son, and spends her free time with her loved ones. Having spent over a decade in the customer service and sales industry, we are excited to welcome Sydney to our team.
Stuart Schuhmann graduated from Texas A&M-Commerce and began practicing in 2011. Stuart works in the Northeastern Texas and Southeastern Oklahoma region. He currently holds a Clinical Social Work license (LCSW) on both Texas and Oklahoma. He has completed the Batter's Intervention Program in Oklahoma. Stuart has also been trained by EMDRIA to address trauma related issues like PTSD. He assists clients struggling with issues involving anxiety, depression, mood/personality disorders, trauma and PTSD. He accepts clients of all ages and works with individuals, couples and groups. Stuart's philosophy is based on unconditional positive regard and meeting the client where they are. His career in the business world helps him better understand the stresses and struggles related to dealing with daily issues. He has an easy-going style with a passion with helping his clients work towards a purpose driven life.
Catherine Valencia, LPC-S, NCC
Catherine is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has worked for Cornerstone Counseling since it was founded in 2012. She has earned her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Catherine has served many roles, such as, Case Management, Rehab, and group work with individuals and families. During her practicum, she has worked with children, youth, adults, and families. Catherine advocates on behalf of her clients and families in support of keeping families together and will advocate for her clients. Catherine is trained in many forms of therapy including, but not limited to, EMDR trauma therapy, Postpartum Depression, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Catherine is also a certified LPC Supervisor. Outside of work, Catherine enjoys reading, spending time outdoors and relaxing with friends and family.
Carla Gonzalez, MSW U/S
Jessica Mathews, LPC
Jessica graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University with her Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences in 2009. She enjoys working with the community and is dedicated to helping others. She is a mother to two boys and she enjoys spending time with her family. Jessica has been with Cornerstone Counseling since its beginning in 2012.
Heather Earley - LPC
Heather is a Licensed professional counselor who is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CAMs Care Suicide Prevention and who has been trained in Polyvagal theory/technique for clients on the Autism Spectrum. She will be a certified LPC Supervisor later this year. She graduated from Mid America Christian University with her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has been licensed in Clinical Mental Health/Counseling focus since 2020. She has experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem and confidence, and depression. She has experience working with clients of all ages in inpatient and outpatient settings, both in community mental health and private practice. She believes that you are the expert of your story and that you possess many strengths that will assist you in overcoming challenges that you face. She always says "It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take a step toward change" and she is here to support and help you on that journey. Heather loves spending time with her husband, her two young children and their pets, going to the lake, reading, shopping, cooking, and traveling.
Tammie Gilbert, BHCM II
Tammie has been a Rehabilitation Specialist and Case Manager for Cornerstone since it was founded in 2012. She has a degree in Elementary Education from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She works with schools, families and adults.
Kayla has been a Rehabilitation Specialist/Case Manager since 2010 and she has been with Cornerstone Counseling since 2013. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She works with kids, adults, families, and schools. She works with clients on things like: communication, anger, coping, anxiety, positive thinking, goals, and grief. She also assists clients with linkage and referrals to community resources to help them with their needs. Kayla sees clients in the Idabel and Hugo area.
Cara Fuller, BHCM II
Cara is a Behavioral Health Case Manager II with a Bachelor’s degree in General Psychology, a Master’s degree in General Psychology, and a graduate certificate in School Counseling. Cara is a licensed school counselor, and she is currently enrolled at Southeastern Oklahoma State for clinical counseling while working towards certification as a licensed professional counselor. Cara has several years of experience in case management, including overseeing the case management program for a 120-bed domestic violence crisis shelter. Cara also has several years of teaching experience, working with students as young as preschool all the way up to teaching adult education at a state prison. Cara is certified in trauma informed care. Cara sees clients of all ages and backgrounds in the Hugo and Idabel areas.
Sara Faust, BHCM I
Sara comes to Cornerstone with an extensive background in substance abuse and recovery modalities and has worked as a case manager for the last 3 years. Before her work in the medical field, she worked as a project coordinator for biometrics and survival of crew at Johnson Space Center in Houston. Getting an idea of how neuropsychology and therapy play a part in so many areas of every profession inspired her to set out on a new career path. Moving to Oklahoma from Houston, she has found herself a new home here in the country and adores horses in her free time and the unique therapy they bring. Sara is completing her collegiate studies and will soon graduate from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor's in Psychology. She plans to remain with Cornerstone through her higher education as she works towards becoming a licensed therapist.
