Tyson Prouse, LMLP
THERAPY
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD
Tyson grew up on a farm in South Central Kansas. Serving people has always been important to him. After completing college, he worked briefly at an inpatient psychiatric facility, which solidified his love of people and his desire to become a mental health provider. He pursued graduate studies at Emporia State University and has been assisting individuals and families in improving their mental health since 2007.
Tyson is active in the Emporia community, serving on a number of non-profit boards and acting in a service role in a variety of organizations. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters. You may find him on his hobby farm tending to animals or bees, or spending time in nature exploring and hunting.
Tyson recognizes that seeking counsel can be daunting and requires courage. He looks forward to providing a safe space to hear about your life successes, struggles, and desires.
Emily Prouse, RD, LD
NUTRITION COUNSELING, DIETETICS CONSULTATIONS
I am a Kansas-native, wife and mother of three, and love to spend time in the kitchen both cooking and baking. I also enjoy reading and being outside…running if possible!
I discovered the importance of nourishing my body for performance in high school and college as a cross country runner. This led me to complete my undergraduate degree in Dietetics through College of the Ozarks. From there I completed my internship and MS Degree at Central Michigan University.
I am excited to work with you if you are interested in working on improving your relationship with food, your performance, or lab values, feeding yourself and family or simply wanting to work through the questions you have about what it means to eat in a healthy, balanced way. I also have experience working with the aging population and find it very rewarding to helpmake food enjoyable at any age.
Al Areheart, Life Coach
LIFE COACH
Working through obstacles and transitional issues to better days
I am a native South Carolinian, but had the privilege of living in Emporia, KS for many years. I have undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia International University in Columbia, SC.
My wife and I are the parents of two sons and eight grandchildren. My hobbies include anything outdoors, reading, and time with family and friends.
My pathway has always included one-on-one time with real people with real challenges. It has alway energized me to see people get better. We all face obstacles and transitional times that seem insurmountable. But I believe that the future is not static and that we can make choices that move us forward into better days—days of freedom and hope.
Darcy Keeffe, LPC
THERAPY
Specialties: Children, Teens, Families
Darcy Keeffe is a committed professional counselor who has over ten years of expertise in child counseling. Currently serving as a high school counselor, Darcy has been instrumental in guiding and supporting students through their academic, social, and emotional challenges. Darcy holds a Master's degree in School Counseling and is a licensed professional counselor.
Her empathetic approach and ability to build strong, trusting relationships with her young clients have made her a successful counselor. Throughout her career, Darcy has developed a deep understanding of the unique issues faced by children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, peer pressure, and family dynamics.
In addition to her work with high school students, Darcy is eager to extend her services to clients of all ages. She believes that counseling is a lifelong journey and is committed to helping individuals of all backgrounds achieve mental and emotional well-being.
In her free time, Darcy loves to be outside and spend time with her family. Her two children are highly involved in sports and school activities, which keeps the entire family busy.
Steve Blocker, Counseling Intern
I grew up in a military family and am originally from Southern California. Although I’ve had the opportunity to live in Virginia, Arizona, Missouri and Iowa I have found Emporia to be the place to raise my family and to call home.
After coaching collegiate track & field for 20 years, I have moved into counseling to continue to serve people and help others attain their best and healthiest life.
I attended the University of Northern Iowa and have a master’s degree in Exercise Science as well as multiple coaching credentials, including a USA Weightlifting level 1 certification. With over 25 years of working with athletes of different levels and sports, I have experienced first-hand the necessity of a strong mental health perspective, and the powerful relationship of human movement and mental well-being.
I work as a faculty member at Emporia State and teach classes in Health & Human Performance and Sports Leadership. I have always enjoyed working with young people and helping them through the challenges that life presents.
I enjoy doing nearly anything active and outside, and love mountain biking and strength training. My wife Erin and I have two boys, and we love spending time together with family and friends and working and living in the Emporia community.
Austin Thurman, Psychology Intern
I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, with family roots in the Wichita, Kansas area. Early in my college years, I discovered my passion for psychology through a general psychology course, which sparked my interest in understanding the human mind and mental health conditions. This experience inspired me to pursue a career in the mental health field.
I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Clinical Psychology at Emporia State University, completing my academic journey close to my family's origins. My goal is to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others and contribute positively to the community. I look forward to serving the people of Emporia.