Dr. Sparks earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Old Dominion University, a Master of Science degree in Community Counseling from Regent University and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Old Dominion University. Dr. Sparks has been working in private practice for over 11 years, helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families find peace. Dr. Sparks is also an adjunct associate professor in the Counseling and Human Services department at Old Dominion University.

When she is not working with clients, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, reading, and slipping away to the Outer Banks.

Christen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the College of William and Mary, and a Master of Science in Education in Counseling from Old Dominion University. She has been working in private practice for two years with a special focus on the role of compassion in emotional healing.

When she is not working, Christen loves researching ways to help people feel better, walking, reading, and writing.