Dr Kenneth N. Brown
Lynn M. Brown
Andy Hamilton
Nathalie Isles
Dr. David Thompson
Jennifer Court
Lynn M. Brown
Co-Founder and Director
Lynn is the co-founder of Hope For Families Adoption and Counseling Services and serves on all of the Hope Executive Boards as the Secretary and Director. Lynn is responsible for Sales and is the Outreach Director. She is the first line of contact for all new inquiries from both prospective adoptive parents and birth mothers who have questions and concerns about their pregnancy and adoption options. Lynn also ministers throughout their pregnancy to our birth mothers who are choosing to place their baby for adoption and coordinates clinical and practical services for them. As an adoption specialist, Lynn travels throughout Florida with her husband, Dr. Ken Brown assisting him with the clinical reports, assessments, interventions, custody transfer and home study/post placement visits to our families and birth mothers to facilitate adoptions.
In 2001, Lynn began working with her husband, Dr. Brown and assisted him with completing adoption home studies and in scheduling his counseling practice. In 2002, the Browns relocated to Fort Pierce, Florida and began to set up their adoption agency that Lynn officially named as Hope for Families Adoption and Counseling Services, Inc. Since that time, Lynn and Ken have successfully provided adoption services for almost 1,500 families adopting through the US and 40 international countries. Lynn has assisted with the child placement and adoption supervision of the children during the post placement visits which is her favorite part of the ministry. Lynn has been instrumentally involved with every aspect of the child placing process and has earned a tremendous amount of experience and expertise in adoption.
Lynn has a diverse background in retail sales, as she managed a golf pro shop and jewelry store, and doing sales, merchandising and window display design, flower arrangement and inventory control. Lynn also served in the service industry as an executive caterer and server in fine dining for many years. Lynn passed a real estate course and sold new home construction and time share properties for several years becoming the top sales agent. Lynn was also a ballroom dance instructor, a co-owner of a dance studio and won several local dance competitions.
Growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and oldest girl of five brothers, Lynn says that she was raised to serve and be responsible for others, as she played a maternal role in her family. Lynn had two children of her own before she was 20 years old and raised them as a single mother. Twenty years later, she assisted her daughter in raising two granddaughters when they were pre-school age. Then it began over again when Lynn married Dr. Brown and became a beloved stepmother to his three teenage children in 2001. Lynn is the emotional glue for the whole extended and blended family and they all remain lovingly connected through her care giving.
“In all of my travels in life, with the many thousands of people I have met, ministered to, or ministered with, I have never encountered a truer , a wiser or kinder soul than my darling wife Lynn. She sparkles with the love of God…no wonder our birth mothers and adopting families are drawn to her. In fact, the major reason most people engage our agency is because of Lynn’s encouraging presence and delightful personality. You could even get a sun tan just by talking to Lynn on the phone! Lynn has a Master degree in wisdom from the school of life and PhD in loving others from the Spirit of Almighty God, and this gives her the license to give encouraging counsel to everyone she meets and trust me…she does!
The absolute truth is that there would not be an agency or ministry without Lynn as she is my hard working partner in our every venture. After going through a devastating marital breakup in 1999, I was so discouraged that I felt I could never be of service to anyone again. But God in His great mercy brought Lynn into my life when I was at my absolute lowest and she deeply encouraged me through her love for me and belief in God’s redemptive power. It was Lynn that sweetly pushed me to create an adoption agency and it was Lynn who created the name of our agency and ministry, Hope for Families. I could not have accomplished any of these Hope ministries without Lynn and in all honesty, would not have even attempted to do any of them. Thank you loving heavenly Father for putting my darling wife, Lynn into my life and then releasing the Hope for Families Services through her encouragement, vision and support.”
Lynn’s ever adoring husband, Ken Brown
Co-Founder and Director
Lynn is the co-founder of Hope For Families Adoption and Counseling Services and serves on all of the Hope Executive Boards as the Secretary and Director. Lynn is responsible for Sales and is the Outreach Director. She is the first line of contact for all new inquiries from both prospective adoptive parents and birth mothers who have questions and concerns about their pregnancy and adoption options. Lynn also ministers throughout their pregnancy to our birth mothers who are choosing to place their baby for adoption and coordinates clinical and practical services for them. As an adoption specialist, Lynn travels throughout Florida with her husband, Dr. Ken Brown assisting him with the clinical reports, assessments, interventions, custody transfer and home study/post placement visits to our families and birth mothers to facilitate adoptions.
In 2001, Lynn began working with her husband, Dr. Brown and assisted him with completing adoption home studies and in scheduling his counseling practice. In 2002, the Browns relocated to Fort Pierce, Florida and began to set up their adoption agency that Lynn officially named as Hope for Families Adoption and Counseling Services, Inc. Since that time, Lynn and Ken have successfully provided adoption services for almost 1,500 families adopting through the US and 40 international countries. Lynn has assisted with the child placement and adoption supervision of the children during the post placement visits which is her favorite part of the ministry. Lynn has been instrumentally involved with every aspect of the child placing process and has earned a tremendous amount of experience and expertise in adoption.
Lynn has a diverse background in retail sales, as she managed a golf pro shop and jewelry store, and doing sales, merchandising and window display design, flower arrangement and inventory control. Lynn also served in the service industry as an executive caterer and server in fine dining for many years. Lynn passed a real estate course and sold new home construction and time share properties for several years becoming the top sales agent. Lynn was also a ballroom dance instructor, a co-owner of a dance studio and won several local dance competitions.
Growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and oldest girl of five brothers, Lynn says that she was raised to serve and be responsible for others, as she played a maternal role in her family. Lynn had two children of her own before she was 20 years old and raised them as a single mother. Twenty years later, she assisted her daughter in raising two granddaughters when they were pre-school age. Then it began over again when Lynn married Dr. Brown and became a beloved stepmother to his three teenage children in 2001. Lynn is the emotional glue for the whole extended and blended family and they all remain lovingly connected through her care giving.
“In all of my travels in life, with the many thousands of people I have met, ministered to, or ministered with, I have never encountered a truer , a wiser or kinder soul than my darling wife Lynn. She sparkles with the love of God…no wonder our birth mothers and adopting families are drawn to her. In fact, the major reason most people engage our agency is because of Lynn’s encouraging presence and delightful personality. You could even get a sun tan just by talking to Lynn on the phone! Lynn has a Master degree in wisdom from the school of life and PhD in loving others from the Spirit of Almighty God, and this gives her the license to give encouraging counsel to everyone she meets and trust me…she does!
The absolute truth is that there would not be an agency or ministry without Lynn as she is my hard working partner in our every venture. After going through a devastating marital breakup in 1999, I was so discouraged that I felt I could never be of service to anyone again. But God in His great mercy brought Lynn into my life when I was at my absolute lowest and she deeply encouraged me through her love for me and belief in God’s redemptive power. It was Lynn that sweetly pushed me to create an adoption agency and it was Lynn who created the name of our agency and ministry, Hope for Families. I could not have accomplished any of these Hope ministries without Lynn and in all honesty, would not have even attempted to do any of them. Thank you loving heavenly Father for putting my darling wife, Lynn into my life and then releasing the Hope for Families Services through her encouragement, vision and support.”
Lynn’s ever adoring husband, Ken Brown
Andy Hamilton
Andy Hamilton, MS, LMHC, NCC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida (# MH10329). Andy is also a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors, Inc., a trained Prepare-Enrich counselor for pre-marital or marital counseling, and has held a School Counseling certification in the state of Tennessee. He has a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Lee University with emphasis in Christian perspectives. Andy received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Religion and an emphasis in Outdoor Recreation. Andy has experience in working with clients of various ages struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, employment difficulties, relationships, and co-occurring disorders. He has experience in working with adolescents in various settings, such as, inpatient psychiatric treatment, therapeutic foster care, and as a Youth Leader. He currently serves as an assistant Youth Pastor to his wife at a church in the area. Andy serves as the Interstate Adoption Program Director and a Clinical/Christian Counselor. He graduated with his bachelor’s and master’s degree with honors from Lee University in Tennessee. Andy was a member of Psi Chi - The National Honor Society in Psychology, Chi Sigma Iota - Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International, ASCA - American School Counselor Association, and the AACC - American Association of Christian Counselors chapter at Lee University. You may reach Andy at Andy@HopeForFamilies.org
Andy Hamilton, MS, LMHC, NCC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida (# MH10329). Andy is also a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors, Inc., a trained Prepare-Enrich counselor for pre-marital or marital counseling, and has held a School Counseling certification in the state of Tennessee. He has a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Lee University with emphasis in Christian perspectives. Andy received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Religion and an emphasis in Outdoor Recreation. Andy has experience in working with clients of various ages struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, employment difficulties, relationships, and co-occurring disorders. He has experience in working with adolescents in various settings, such as, inpatient psychiatric treatment, therapeutic foster care, and as a Youth Leader. He currently serves as an assistant Youth Pastor to his wife at a church in the area. Andy serves as the Interstate Adoption Program Director and a Clinical/Christian Counselor. He graduated with his bachelor’s and master’s degree with honors from Lee University in Tennessee. Andy was a member of Psi Chi - The National Honor Society in Psychology, Chi Sigma Iota - Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International, ASCA - American School Counselor Association, and the AACC - American Association of Christian Counselors chapter at Lee University. You may reach Andy at Andy@HopeForFamilies.org
Nathalie Isles
Adoption Administrator and Office Manager
is the Adoption Administrator and Office Manager for HOPE FOR FAMILIES: ADOPTION AND COUNSELING SERVICES, INC. Nathalie has an AA Degree in Business Management as well as a BA in Business Administration and is a wonderful addition to Hope For Families. With a diverse history of successful office administration Nathalie is well equipped to answer your questions and provide you with excellent client care. You may reach Nathalie at info@hopeforfamilies.org
Dr. David Thompson
Counselor
Dr. David Thompson began his career with an undergraduate degree in Sociology from St. Thomas University in 1971. He then received a full paid scholarship to attend Barry University, in Miami Shores, Florida. In 1973 he received his Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work. He began working in 1972 at Concept House, a drug residential treatment center in Miami. He had responsibilities for doing family therapy, individual and group counseling. Upon receiving his Master’s Degree he assumed responsibilities as Program Director for the 60 bed unit. In 1974 he accepted a position as the Director of an outpatient drug program in Killeen, Texas. There he and his staff provided counseling to many combat veterans returning home from Viet Nam that were stationed at Ft. Hood.
In 1978 he returned to Florida and accepted a position as a consultant with a community mental health center, Indian River Mental Health. In 1982 he began working with Indian River Community College as an Assistant Professor, teaching at the Regional Police Academy and piloting an experimental Pre- Release Program for youthful offenders at Indian River Correctional Institution. During this time he also received his Florida license as a Clinical Social Worker and opened a private practice, The Family Counseling Center.
In 1984 he made a career move to ministry and attended the Institute of Ministry in Bradenton, Florida. In 1985 he was licensed and ordained thru a local church in Ft. Pierce, Covenant Tabernacle, where he served as an Associate Pastor, doing pastoral counseling and family life education. In 1986 he accepted the appointment as Staff Chaplain with Lawnwood Medical Center, a 320 med/surge hospital and the Pavilion, a sixty bed psychiatric hospital. While at the hospital he attended a nationally certified, 240 hour clinical pastoral education program at Martin Memorial Hospital. In 1987 he enrolled with North Florida Baptist Theological Seminary and received his Master’s Degree in 1989 and Doctorate of Ministry Degree in 1990. In 1988 he became the Director of Counseling for Calvary Assembly of God Church in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Dr. Thompson opened a recovery based church in 1992, Renewed Hope Fellowship. During his five year tenure there, the church set up a Christian coffee house, developed support programs for depression, divorce recovery, substance abuse, and women’s issues. In 1997 his full time appointment with the hospital went to part time and he accepted a position with New Life Christian Center, in Port St. Lucie, as the Director of Counseling, Singles Ministry, and hospital and prison outreach. He also began volunteering with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office in 1996, as an auxiliary chaplain. In 1995 till present he also began serving as a Spiritual Director for Kairos International Prison Ministries.
In 2001 he became the Lead Counselor for a Juvenile Justice Program along the treasure coast serving adolescents and their families. He and his staff were conducting a highly innovative program, multi-systems therapy, in conjunction with the University of South Carolina’s Medical School. In 2004 he accepted a position with New Horizon’s Mental Health as a clinical social worker and later was promoted to a clinical director for one of the specialized community outreach programs.
Dr. Thompson in 2005 received the appointment as the full time Staff Chaplain with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office. In this position he has responsibilities for the pastoral care needs of the 1500+ inmates at the jail, as well as the 700 member department.
Currently in addition to his responsibilities as Chaplain, he is the Clinical Director for the St. Lucie County Critical Incident Debriefing Team. He is also the Pastoral Coordinator for the St. Lucie County Ministerial Program. He also serves on the Board of Strategic Cultural Initiatives, a leadership development and character enhancement program serving correctional institutions and businesses in South Florida.
Counselor
Dr. David Thompson began his career with an undergraduate degree in Sociology from St. Thomas University in 1971. He then received a full paid scholarship to attend Barry University, in Miami Shores, Florida. In 1973 he received his Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work. He began working in 1972 at Concept House, a drug residential treatment center in Miami. He had responsibilities for doing family therapy, individual and group counseling. Upon receiving his Master’s Degree he assumed responsibilities as Program Director for the 60 bed unit. In 1974 he accepted a position as the Director of an outpatient drug program in Killeen, Texas. There he and his staff provided counseling to many combat veterans returning home from Viet Nam that were stationed at Ft. Hood.
In 1978 he returned to Florida and accepted a position as a consultant with a community mental health center, Indian River Mental Health. In 1982 he began working with Indian River Community College as an Assistant Professor, teaching at the Regional Police Academy and piloting an experimental Pre- Release Program for youthful offenders at Indian River Correctional Institution. During this time he also received his Florida license as a Clinical Social Worker and opened a private practice, The Family Counseling Center.
In 1984 he made a career move to ministry and attended the Institute of Ministry in Bradenton, Florida. In 1985 he was licensed and ordained thru a local church in Ft. Pierce, Covenant Tabernacle, where he served as an Associate Pastor, doing pastoral counseling and family life education. In 1986 he accepted the appointment as Staff Chaplain with Lawnwood Medical Center, a 320 med/surge hospital and the Pavilion, a sixty bed psychiatric hospital. While at the hospital he attended a nationally certified, 240 hour clinical pastoral education program at Martin Memorial Hospital. In 1987 he enrolled with North Florida Baptist Theological Seminary and received his Master’s Degree in 1989 and Doctorate of Ministry Degree in 1990. In 1988 he became the Director of Counseling for Calvary Assembly of God Church in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Dr. Thompson opened a recovery based church in 1992, Renewed Hope Fellowship. During his five year tenure there, the church set up a Christian coffee house, developed support programs for depression, divorce recovery, substance abuse, and women’s issues. In 1997 his full time appointment with the hospital went to part time and he accepted a position with New Life Christian Center, in Port St. Lucie, as the Director of Counseling, Singles Ministry, and hospital and prison outreach. He also began volunteering with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office in 1996, as an auxiliary chaplain. In 1995 till present he also began serving as a Spiritual Director for Kairos International Prison Ministries.
In 2001 he became the Lead Counselor for a Juvenile Justice Program along the treasure coast serving adolescents and their families. He and his staff were conducting a highly innovative program, multi-systems therapy, in conjunction with the University of South Carolina’s Medical School. In 2004 he accepted a position with New Horizon’s Mental Health as a clinical social worker and later was promoted to a clinical director for one of the specialized community outreach programs.
Dr. Thompson in 2005 received the appointment as the full time Staff Chaplain with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office. In this position he has responsibilities for the pastoral care needs of the 1500+ inmates at the jail, as well as the 700 member department.
Currently in addition to his responsibilities as Chaplain, he is the Clinical Director for the St. Lucie County Critical Incident Debriefing Team. He is also the Pastoral Coordinator for the St. Lucie County Ministerial Program. He also serves on the Board of Strategic Cultural Initiatives, a leadership development and character enhancement program serving correctional institutions and businesses in South Florida.
Jennifer Court graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management. She also holds a Master of Science degree in Counseling/Psychology ,with concentrations in both Marriage and Family, as well as Mental Health from Palm Beach Atlantic University. She is currently a Registered Marriage and Family/Mental Health Intern with the State of Florida, and a member of the AACC. Jennifer is also a certified pre-marriage and marriage counselor with Prepare-Enrich.
Jennifer derives much of her experience not only from her academic background, but also from her role as a wife and a home school mom over the past 15 years. She believes that her life experiences have seasoned her to be able to relate to so many of the issues facing marriages and families today. She has seen the value of the counseling she has been involved with over the past years, and believes that it can be a powerful tool in helping individuals not just cope with the challenges they face, but to grow stronger and more resilient through them. Jennifer‘s desire through counseling is to help individuals live their lives to the fullest, with both intentionality and purpose!
You may reach Jennifer at either Jennifer@hopeforfamilies.org or (772)985-3698
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