Meet Our Partners

As someone who believes and specializes in the care of souls, Dr. Lewis Kola works at the intersection of theology and psychology in his clinical practice, and other professional endeavors. He is a pastoral psychotherapist by training. This means he is prepared to deal with both spiritual matters and psychological related issues. He holds a dual license as a Professional Counselor and a Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Kola completed his Doctoral Degree at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. He completed the Master of Divinity degree at Emory University’s Candler School of Theology in Atlanta, Georgia. Because of his passion for deeper psychological healing and growth, he completed a three-year training program in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the Emory University Psychoanalytic Institutes. Dr. Kola is the Executive Director at New Horizons Counseling Center in Marietta, Georgia. He enjoys speaking on and doing deep transformative growth work with individual, couples, family, and group for a range of clinical issues and conditions.

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Dr. Kola's invaluable contribution to GRT Cares is exemplified by their dedicated service as the licensed counselor for our bi-monthly men's support groups. His professional expertise provides critical guidance and therapeutic support, fostering a safe and empowering environment for participants. Dr. Kola's commitment directly addresses the mental and emotional well-being of the men we serve, significantly enhancing the program's efficacy and impact.​​

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Dr. Kola's Contact Information:

New Horizons Counseling Center @ Turner Chapel AME
480 North Fairground Street, NE
Marietta, Georgia 30060
678.291.9029

An’Renae Watkins earned a Bachelors in Sociology
from Oglethorpe University. She has
amassed a decade of experience in social
services and mental health and is also
certified as a life coach, specializing in trauma informed care. Passionate about fostering holistic well-being, An'Renae Watkins is deeply committed to
community service and educational initiatives
that highlights the significance of mental,
emotional and spiritual health. She finds
great fulfillment in working with women of all
ages, guiding them on transformative
journeys of spiritual growth, self-discovery,
and overall well-being. 

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An'Renae's professional contributions are integral to GRT Cares' mission, particularly in her role of providing critical resources and crisis intervention support. Her expertise directly benefits Veterans and individuals grappling with traumatic experiences, ensuring they receive timely and effective assistance. An'Renae's dedication strengthens our program's capacity to address complex needs with compassion and proficiency.

Stacey M. Mack is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan, holding a BSW from Eastern Michigan University and an MSW from Wayne State University. She is currently a doctoral candidate at Walden University.

With over 27 years of experience as a School Social Worker, Ms. Mack has also worked in Child Welfare, youth residential programs, and in-home counseling. She founded Intentional Counseling Services and serves as an Adjunct Professor at Spring Arbor University. Her experience includes providing Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD).

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Ms. Mack specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and women. Her clinical focus includes assisting clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, adjustment, self-esteem, dating violence, and teen pregnancy. She is passionate about African American mental health and helping individuals achieve their goals. Her therapeutic approaches include Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused Practice, Strength-Based Practice, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

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Her areas of practice cover a broad spectrum, including abuse/neglect, mood disorders, behavioral and adjustment problems, family and relationship issues, grief/loss, stress, parenting, and self-esteem.

She is a mother to an adult son, Micah, and grandmother to Amirreyieh (18), Micah Jr. (5), and Mila (3 months). Her older son, Shawn Jr., passed away May 5, 2024. 

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Stacey M. Mack

9295 Panama Avenue

Intentional.Counseling@gmail.com

(734) 320-7209 

 

 

Rev. Rachel Boyd was born on June 9, 1957, in Atlanta, GA. At her birth, Overseer Corinne Leigh Thomas, the family pastor, prophesied that she was Born to Intercede as a Territorial Intercessor. Answering this divine calling, Rev. Rachel has devoted her life to interceding on behalf of God’s people. She has been a licensed and ordained minister since 2000 and has received unique training from the Lord to fulfill her purpose.

 

She travels the world teaching God's people about the power of intercession and how to cultivate a powerful prayer ministry. 

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Rev. Rachel is a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She resides in Georgia, where she faithfully serves her local church and provides leadership in multiple ministries.

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Rev. Rachel's profound dedication to our mission is tangibly evidenced by her remarkable decision to allocate all profits derived from her authored publication, "Born To Intercede," as a substantial contribution to our organization. This generous act of financial support will have a significant and lasting impact on our capacity to effectively pursue our core objectives and enhance the scope of our outreach initiatives.

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Min. Michelle Anderson plays a pivotal role in GRT Cares, offering both spiritual leadership through her prophetic and teaching gifts, and ensuring operational efficiency at our events. Her presence, particularly at men's events, provides transformative guidance, while her commitment to excellence guarantees the smooth and effective delivery of our programs.

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Rodney Fanner is a U.S. Navy Veteran currently pursuing his doctoral degree. His graduate research concentrates on improving economically challenged communities that are frequently underserved. While conventional sustainability initiatives often prioritize physical infrastructure, Mr. Fanner's approach distinctively incorporates human factors. Specifically, his data gathering efforts focus on identifying individuals dissatisfied with their current economic status who are seeking alternative opportunities. He aims to replicate these research efforts both domestically and internationally.

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Rodney Fanner's research directly supports GRT Cares' mission by addressing the often-overlooked trauma associated with economic hardship and systemic neglect in challenged communities. By focusing on the 'human aspects' and identifying individuals seeking alternatives to debilitating economic circumstances, his work helps pinpoint pathways toward empowerment and improved well-being, which are crucial components of healing from the trauma of poverty and instability.