Amber-Rose Zimel, Graduate Counselor, Supervised by Jon Bergeron, PhD, Licensed Psychologist

Overview
Education & Experience

Education & Experience

Amber-Rose’s calling to counseling flows from her own story of transformation. As a teen mom, she experienced God’s redemptive care through intentional discipleship relationships, shaping her belief that lasting freedom is found in walking closely with Him. This belief guides both her personal life and her work as a counselor.

Married for 25 years, Amber-Rose and her husband are the parents of five children—teens to adults—both biological and adopted. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Child & Family Studies and is currently completing a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, to be completed in Fall 2026.

For over 20 years, Amber-Rose has supported individuals and families across church, academic, and community settings. She has completed Equipped to Counsel and Soul Care Development through The Austin Stone. She is passionate about helping others encounter God’s care, hope, and healing in the midst of life’s challenges.

Interests & Specialties

Amber-Rose works with adolescents, adults, and couples, with special interest in relationship dynamics, parenting, and questions of faith and identity. Her approach is biblically grounded, trauma-informed, and faith-infused.

Personal

Amber-Rose can often be found reading, cooking, exercising, or enjoying a long walk. She’s an amateur beekeeper, an intermediate barista, and a highly enthusiastic trip planner. Above all, she treasures time with her family and friends.