The Staff at Samaritan Counseling & Growth Center

Our therapists are all certified and licensed professionals, each with individual specialties to meet the diverse needs of our community. Some of our specialties include individual, couple and marital counseling, child and adolescent counseling, family and parenting issues, anger and stress management, abuse, play therapy, dance/movement therapy, eagala and neurofeedback.

Meet Our Counselors

Interim Executive Director: Kristin Curd

Kristin was born and raised in Bartlesville and graduated from Bartlesville High School. She has her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and her Master’s degree in Human Resources Management and Organizational Development, both from the University of Oklahoma. She has held positions at ConocoPhillips, Ernst & Young and Walmart Headquarters in the Employee Assistance Program, Recruiting and Human Resources. Kristin joined Samaritan Counseling on the Board of Directors in 2017 and has served as the Fundraising Chair since 2019. She was the Vice President of the Board in 2021 and President of the Board in 2022 before being named Interim Executive Director in 2022.

Kristin is married to her husband Landon and they have two daughters, Kennedy and Brooklyn. In her free time, she enjoys working out and coaching at CrossFit Bartlesville, running and volunteering at her daughters’ schools and in the community.

Therapist: Karen Taylor, MSW, LCSW, NASW

Karen has a Master's Degree in Social Work from West Virginia University and obtained her clinical license in Social Work through two additional years of study with a Clinical Social Worker.  Karen specializes in anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, parenting issues, and victims of abuse and domestic violence  She has also had extensive experience with children, adolescents, families and parenting issues.  Karen does individual counseling covering various issues as well as marital counseling.  Originally from West Virginia, Karen and her husband moved to Bartlesville in 2001.  They have two grown sons and four grandchildren.

Karen loves animals, enjoys camping, horseback riding, and other outdoor activities, especially if they include family and/or friends.

Therapist: Lisa Janer, LCSW

Lisa has her Master of Social work from the University of Oklahoma.  She is an Oklahoma Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an Academy Certified Social Worker.  Lisa has 20 years of diverse experience working as a counselor in the mental health field.  She provides services for adults, adolescents, and children.  Lisa provides therapy for several issues, but particularly anxiety and depression.  Also, marital, couple trauma and those who have been abused.  She and her husband have lived in Bartlesville since 1985 and they have one grown child.  She has an avid interest in nature, pets, inspirational sayings, and easy cooking.

Therapist: Lisa Roll, LPC, BC-DMT

Lisa Roll is a Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR Trained, and a board-certified Dance/Movement Therapist. She works with adults, couples and adolescents with anxiety/depression, family issues, eating disorders, and for marital therapy. Lisa specializes in skills that calm and regulate the nervous system, promote healthy communication, and embody learning.

Lisa has master’s degrees from Troy State University, AL, in Counseling and Psychology, from Wesleyan University, CT, and she is a LAT graduate of the Hendricks Institute, CA. She is a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Dance Therapy Association, where she has been a conference presenter in 2016-2020. She presents workshops on personal growth and transformation. Lisa and her husband enjoy kayaking and traveling.

Therapist: Lacey Carroll MSW, LCSW, BCN

Lacey Carroll has her Master of Social Work from the University of Oklahoma - Tulsa. She is an Oklahoma Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In 2018 Lacey became Board Certified in Neurofeedback. She has provided Neurofeedback services to those experiencing a variety of symptoms including anxiety, autism, and attention deficit. Lacey believes strongly in the integration of therapy and Neurofeedback to assist clients in making positive life changes. She enjoys attending church with her family.

Therapist: Dana Howard MSW, LCSW

Dana holds a masters of Social Work from the University of Oklahoma and is a Licensed Clinical Social worker. Additionally, she is a registered play therapist who works with families and children of all ages. Dana specializes in trauma informed care for adults and children. Additionally she works with families and couples with difficulties in their relationships. While an undergrad at Oklahoma State University, she was the recipient of a Lew Wenz scholarship project award to complete her own research in trauma and later was faculty data collector for the University of Colorado on a twin research study with the Institute of Behavioral Genetics. Dana enjoys spending time with her two daughters and two grandchildren. Dana attends Spirit Church and loves the outdoors, camping and animals of all kinds.

Clinical Director: Kevin Suggs LPC

Kevin Suggs was named Clinical Director for Samaritan Counseling and Growth Center in 2022. Kevin is a Licensed Professional Counselor with fifteen years of experience working with adults, children and families. He specializes in working with individuals from a relatable and nonjudgmental viewpoint with a dash of humor. Kevin is nationally certified in TFCBT, a trauma-based treatment. He has been trained in other certified therapies, working with those with various needs.

Kevin is a local of the area, graduating from Copan High School and OKWU. Kevin received his master’s degree from Southern Nazarene University, graduating with honors. He is inspired daily by his wife and their five children. In his free time, He likes to thrift, garage sale and collect for his ever-growing video game collection.