River Oaks Care
Jesus didn't walk through life alone, and neither should we
How we care for you
Care at River Oaks is people, not a program. We pray with you, sit with you, and connect you with a community that will know your name and your story. Life changes when you're fully known and fully loved.
Care Groups
Walk through hard seasons together.
Small circles of people walking through similar seasons: grief, loss, and life's heaviest stretches. Led by people who have been there.
Prayer
We will pray for you by name.
Whatever you are carrying, you do not carry it alone. Send a request and our prayer team will lift it up this week.
Biblical counseling
Counseling rooted in God's Word
Biblical counseling is rooted in the life-changing truth of God's Word. Our goal is to walk alongside you, offering scriptural guidance to help you navigate life's hardships through faith in Jesus Christ, all to honor God. We believe the Bible provides everything necessary to navigate life's challenges and grow in spiritual health (2 Peter 1:3-4).
Think of counseling as a personal, one-on-one form of discipleship. While public preaching reaches the whole church, counseling brings the truth of Scripture directly into your individual situation. Our Care Team offers structured, dedicated sessions to support you through difficult seasons.
Care team specialists
The people you will actually sit with. Every one of them serves under the authority of God's Word and the leadership of River Oaks Church.
Mike Dugan
Mike is a semi-retired minister who has served the Lord in churches and Christian non-profits for well over four decades. He holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and chemistry from Arizona State University and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is currently the Director of Life Coaching at The Journey Home. Mike's desire in ministry is to help people see themselves through God's eyes, be transformed by the renewing of their mind, and walk in the fullness of the grace of Jesus.
Koreenna Gonzalez
Koreenna holds a Psychology degree from the University of Kentucky, a Master's in Education from the University of Louisville, and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. After seventeen years in education, including time as a school counselor, she brings a steady heart and a good listening ear to her work. She is also the owner of Sparrow Guidance and Therapy, where she supports individuals and families seeking longer-term care. For Koreenna, this ministry is one more step of obedience in what the Lord has for her.
Heather Grasl
Heather and her husband Jeff have called River Oaks home since 2020. She holds a bachelor's degree in Human Services and brings years of experience serving families and youth impacted by the foster care system, including roles as a Foster Care Ministry Director, a caseworker with Bethany Christian Services, and a foster parent. She is trained in trauma-informed care and is completing coursework toward becoming a certified Christian counselor. Heather has a passion for reminding people they are seen, valued, and loved.
What to expect from our Care Team
Compassionate, dedicated support in a warm and spiritually grounded environment. Here is how our sessions work, what we do and do not do, and how your privacy is handled.
Reach out for support
Share as much or as little as you're comfortable with. Someone from our care team will personally follow up.