Board of Directors

Dr. Luna is the Founder and President of Benah Center for Human Flourishing, where she leads initiatives to advance mental health education, strengthen relationships, and empower individuals and communities to flourish. A counselor, clinical supervisor, and mental health advocate, she is committed to culturally responsive, evidence-informed practices and expanding access to mental health education across cultures.

Originally from Peru, Dr. Luna earned her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications from Universidad de Lima. Before entering the counseling profession, she spent approximately a decade in Spanish-language television and radio media in the Washington, DC, area, experience that informs her bilingual and bicultural approach.

Dr. Luna began her counseling career in 2015 and established her private practice in 2020, providing mental health services through in-person and telehealth modalities. Her international collaborations span Peru, the United Kingdom, Ukraine, India, Egypt, and other countries.

Her commitment to serving others extends beyond her professional work. She also serves as a chaplain with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s Rapid Response Team, reflecting her longstanding dedication to compassionate service and community well-being. She resides in Maryland with her husband Esteban.

Esteban brings 28 years of distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps, serving in both active-duty and reserve capacities. His military career shaped his commitment to leadership, integrity, teamwork, and service. Following his retirement, he continued serving others through professional leadership, education, and ministry.

Esteban holds an MBA in International Business and an MBA in Project Management from Liberty University, equipping him with expertise in strategic leadership, organizational development, and project management.

His commitment to helping others also extends to his service as a chaplain with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s Rapid Response Team, where he provides spiritual and emotional care to individuals and communities affected by crises and disasters.

Esteban is honored to contribute his experience and dedication to Benah Center for Human Flourishing and its mission to strengthen individuals, families, and communities. He lives in Maryland with his wife Violeta where he also enjoys climbing and mountaineering.

Megan Bearden is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. She serves as an assistant professor in Evangel University’s graduate counseling program, where she is passionate about preparing and mentoring the next generation of counselors.

Her clinical experience spans adolescent residential treatment, university counseling, community mental health, and school-based services. These diverse settings have shaped her commitment to accessible, culturally responsive mental health care.

Megan has a special passion for international collaboration and serving underserved communities through mission trips, counseling projects, and professional training. Her cross-cultural work, nationally and internationally, includes supervising graduate counseling students in Egypt, providing clinical training for psychologists, pastors, and teachers in Peru, and supervising Ukrainian psychologists pursuing additional training as counselors.

Through these experiences, Megan is committed to equipping local professionals with the knowledge and skills to support the mental health and well-being of their communities. She values opportunities to learn from diverse cultures while fostering professional growth through education, clinical supervision, and meaningful international partnerships.

Her work reflects a dedication to expanding access to mental health support and preparing counselors to serve with competence, compassion, and cultural humility. Megan lives in Missouri where she enjoys long walks with her dog, Annie.

Anneliese K. Baumann holds a nursing degree from Eastern Florida State College and a bachelor’s degree in Integrated General Studies from the University of Central Florida. She began her professional career in nursing, developing a strong foundation in compassionate care, service, and respect for human dignity. Her healthcare background has shaped her ongoing commitment to supporting individuals and families and promoting community well-being.

For several years, Anneliese has also been involved in nonprofit service and community engagement in the Tampa Bay area, contributing to efforts to expand educational opportunities for underserved and vulnerable communities. Through this work, she has supported initiatives aimed at helping individuals and families access resources, overcome barriers, and build stronger futures. Her dedication reflects a deep appreciation for the importance of community partnerships and opportunities that promote dignity, inclusion, and well-being.

Originally from Peru, Anneliese values cultural diversity, meaningful human connection, and the importance of creating communities where people feel supported and respected to flourish.

Anneliese is proud to contribute her experience and dedication to the mission of Benah Center for Human Flourishing, supporting efforts to strengthen individuals, families, and communities. She lives in Florida with her husband and enjoys gardening in her free time.

Rebecca Belton is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin and Virginia. She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grace College and her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. She serves as an Assistant Professor of Counseling in Grace College’s CACREP-accredited graduate counseling program, where she is dedicated to preparing and mentoring future counselors.

Rebecca’s clinical experience reflects a strong commitment to underserved and vulnerable populations. She has provided counseling services to individuals experiencing homelessness, supported clients in a long-term residential substance use recovery program, and facilitated group counseling in a hospital-based intensive outpatient program. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to compassionate, accessible mental health care and to helping individuals navigate challenges and build healthier lives.

Rebecca serves as Vice President of the Apple Valley Counselors Association, a chapter of the Virginia Counseling Association. She also advises Alpha Chi Zeta, Grace College’s chapter of Chi Sigma Iota, the international counseling honor society. Her teaching interests include counseling skills, group counseling, addiction counseling, and practicum. Clinically, she enjoys working with concerns related to addiction, anxiety, career development, and spirituality. Her research interests include substance use treatment and athlete mental health.

Rebecca lives in Virginia, where she enjoys running and participating in marathons, embracing the perseverance and dedication that both running and counseling require.