Our Story
At Center For Resilience, we believe that healing begins with human connection and the unwavering belief in people’s ability to grow, even through life’s most difficult moments. Our team came together with a shared mission: to create a space where individuals feel supported, understood, and empowered to face their challenges. We’ve seen how trauma, stress, and mental health struggles can leave people feeling isolated or overwhelmed — and we know that with the right care, people can rediscover their strength and rebuild their lives. That’s why Center For Resilience exists — to walk alongside you, offering compassionate, personalized care that honors your story and helps you reconnect with the resilience that lives within.
Our Values
Compassion
We approach every individual with kindness, empathy, and a genuine desire to understand their unique experiences.
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards, fostering trust through honesty, confidentiality, and accountability.
Empowerment
We uphold the highest ethical standards, fostering trust through honesty, confidentiality, and accountability.
Collaboration
We work alongside our clients, families, and community partners, recognizing that meaningful change happens through connection.
Accessibility
We are committed to reducing barriers to care, providing services that are welcoming, approachable, and available to those in need.
Excellence
We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed services while continuously learning and improving.
Dr. Andy Kitzmiller, DBH, LPC/MHSP
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Andy Kitzmiller is the founder and CEO of Center For Resilience (CFR), bringing over 20 years of experience in behavioral health and clinical leadership. A Licensed Professional Counselor/Mental Health Service Provider and approved Supervisor in both Tennessee and Virginia, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals and families heal from trauma, navigate complex behavioral health needs, and build lives of stability and hope. His expertise includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the treatment of addictions and problematic sexual behaviors, with a special focus on supporting youth and families involved in child welfare and juvenile justice systems.
At CFR, Dr. Kitzmiller combines his clinical skill with a passion for innovation and systems change. He is deeply committed to making evidence-based care accessible across communities, empowering both clients and professionals through training, consultation, and compassionate service. Guided by the belief that resilience is built through connection, growth, and opportunity, he leads CFR with a vision of creating lasting impact for individuals, families, and organizations.