Our Team
At The Upper Room Biblical Counseling Center, we believe that healing begins with Jesus and that God’s Word is the foundation for lasting transformation.
Each of our Biblical counselors is an independent contractor who brings their own gifts, story, and heart for discipleship.
We are here to walk with you through life’s struggles, offering compassionate support, prayerful guidance, and Biblical truth to help you grow in faith and true peace.
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come:
The old has gone, the new is here!
2 Corinthians 5:17
PASTORAL CARE
LIFE COACHING
WOMEN 18+
Becky Davis
CEO, Biblical Counselor,
Christian Life Coach,
Instructor
Becky has been actively involved in leading women and children to Christ, since 2009. Becky has discipled many women through studying the Bible, retreat coordinating, public speaking and Biblical counseling. Becky believes in the process of Biblical counseling because it changed her life. While working with a Biblical counselor Becky built a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus and experienced complete freedom from the strongholds of this world. She came to the realization that Jesus was the answer to all she was navigating and she saw God & Scripture through a new lens. “I was transformed in that season, and I won’t keep it to myself! I strongly desired to help others identify their need for help and then guide them into their own transformation story.”
CHILDREN 5-14
GIRLS 14+
WOMEN 18+
Sara Vidaurri
Biblical Counselor,
Instructor
Sara brings over 13 years of experience working with children and has a deep passion for children’s ministry and education. Her commitment to creating safe and nurturing spaces for kids is at the heart of her work. Becoming a mother ignited Sara’s passion for supporting other mothers in their spiritual and mental well-being. Her own challenging journey into motherhood led her to explore Biblical Counseling, where she discovered that an intimate relationship with God can heal wounds and empower individuals. Sara believes in the process of Biblical Counseling because she experienced the transformative power of Biblical Counseling, Sara believes it can break generational curses and heal issues like anxiety, co-dependency, and self-condemnation. “When you are broken, and He heals you, you can't keep that to yourself. ”In my distress I cried out to the Lord and he answered me.“ (Psalms 120:1) and friend, He will answer you too.”
PREMARITAL COUNSELING
WOMEN 18+
Joyce Jarvis
Biblical Counselor,
Instructor
Joyce is retired and is currently working part-time for MyChurch in Sahuarita. She has actively served in various church ministry roles as an usher, greeter, security team member, and as a part of the welcome team. Joyce had the opportunity to travel to Israel in September, 2023 with her Bible study group. Visiting Israel brought the Bible to life for Joyce. It was no longer some far away place from long ago for her, she got to walk where Jesus walked! Joyce believes in the process of Biblical counseling because through Biblical counseling Joyce learned to express all of her honest emotions of grief to God, holding nothing back. This intimate connection allowed for her to transform her unbearable pain into praise, worship and gratitude. Through Biblical counseling, Joyce found rest in God's Word. “I understand the struggle of being consumed by untrue thoughts. It’s time to break free from that cycle. There is only One who can help you in all of life’s circumstances and we can trust His plans are for your good (even when you may not always like what is happening). God comforted me when nothing else did and now I want to walk alongside you to help you find true comfort and peace. “He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.” 2 Corinthians 1:4”
Meet The Team
PREMARITAL COUNSELING
PASTORAL CARE
BOYS 14+
MEN 18+
Kevin Good
Biblical Counselor,
Instructor
Kevin has been married to his wife for over 33 years. They have two adult daughters and recently became grandparents. With over 30 years of leadership experience in Human Resources across diverse business environments, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge in guiding and supporting others. In addition to his professional background, Kevin has dedicated much of his life to ministry and leadership. He is passionate about Biblical counseling, believing in its power to provide Christ-centered guidance and discipleship. Through Biblical counseling, he has witnessed how God uses people to strengthen and grow one another through His Word, creating powerful “iron sharpens iron” moments (Proverbs 27:17). "I am always amazed at how God uses imperfect people like me to minister to others who are also imperfect. God cares for you and knows your needs, He will provide the guidance and help you seek."
MARRIAGE COUNSELING
Gus & Julie Rivera
Biblical Counselors,
Instructors
Gus and Julie have been faithfully serving in the Church together since their marriage in 1991. Recently retired, Gus enjoys dedicating his time to ministry, while Julie continues to work part-time, both actively involved in their local Home Church. With a deep love for God’s Word, they have facilitated numerous Bible studies, led small groups, and mentored couples throughout their marriage. Julie has taught preschool Bible programs, VBS, and women’s Bible studies, while Gus has been active in men’s ministries and leading small groups. Their passion is to help individuals and couples grow in their faith and experience the transforming power of God’s truth in their marriages. Gus and Julie believe in the process of Biblical counseling because God’s Word holds the answers to all of life’s challenges. Through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the wisdom of Scripture, they have witnessed lives and marriages restored. They firmly believe that Christian community and fellowship in a strong, Bible-teaching church are essential to healing and spiritual growth. “The Lord Jesus is at the center of each of our lives and marriage. HE is the One who brings us Peace, Joy, and Everlasting Love and Hope.”
Karli Hoffmeier
Instructor
Karli was saved at church camp at 13 years old and found a special, life-long friend in Jesus. She has spent many years serving the Lord through children's ministries, women's ministries, prison ministry, small groups, and choir. Karli is always looking for a way to share Jesus with others, to offer hope and healing to their broken places. Karli believes in the process of Biblical counseling because her life was literally saved and transformed through Biblical counseling. God used Biblical counseling to rid her of the guilt and shame she had carried for years. These lies were blinding her and impacting how she saw EVERYTHING. Biblical counseling has impacted and transformed every part of Karli's life and now she wants to offer that transformation to others. "I constantly cling to the promise of Philippians 4:13 and offer it to you… The strength of Christ's EXPLOSIVE power infuses me to conquer EVERY difficulty. If you are even remotely thinking about Biblical counseling… DO IT! You can find peace, through Christ, who will give you the strength. Invest in yourself, invest in your life, invest in your peace, invest in your future!"
Santana Perez
Childcare Provider
Santana is a new mom and is happily married. She loves working with children and is excited to give back by providing childcare to moms seeking discipleship. A graduate of the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts, Santana has worked as a children’s drama teacher and director. She has also served in various roles within children’s ministry, including worship leader, lead teacher, and classroom coordinator. Santana believes in the process of Biblical counseling because it is what helped her to understand the depth of God's mercy and grace. Through her time in Biblical counseling, she was able to address past hurts and traumas that she carried for years and experience true freedom. "You don't have to hide your pain, fears, and doubts from God. His presence brings us peace, and His love counteracts the enemy's lies. Since my salvation at age 13, this verse has grounded me through uncertain times. I now extend this sweet reminder to you, 'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.'" (Matthew 11:28-30)
"We don't change people, we don't claim to change people. All we claim to do is to minister the Word of God, explain what the Word of God teaches and try to apply it to people's lives as faithfully as we can and to ask God to make the difference through His Word in the lives of those who have come."
-Jay E. Adams, founder of the modern biblical counseling movement