Welcome to Level Ground
Dr. Robert and Cindi Dodd provide the unique integration of being well trained in psychology and counseling, with sound christian principles.
“We have always had a sense of calling on our lives for ministry. We have a passion to help individuals, couples, and families overcome their adversities and wounds...truly experiencing the healing that God has for them.”
Although we have felt that ministry happens in our one-on-one work with clients every day, it has become apparent that God has gifted us with the skills and opportunities of reaching more people through workshops and seminars.
This powerful combination of spiritual leadership and real life experience, coupled with professional training, ensures counseling that is grounded, practical, and insightful.
Cindi Dodd, MA, LPC
Before beginning her counseling career, Cindi was a Music/Drama teacher, as well as, a Minister of Music at a large evangelical church. In those job situations she found that she often spent time meeting with individuals who were dealing with many issues in their own lives. When she, herself, had to deal with several devastating situations, a strong desire was sparked to truly be able to help others....leading to the pursuit of an advanced degree in counseling. She now holds a Masters Degree in Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN.
From May of 2005 to January 2015, she worked as a therapist at Rodgers Christian Counseling in Charlotte, NC. In January 2015, Cindi and her husband, Dr. Dodd, opened their own practice, Level Ground Christian Counseling.
She received her LPC license in December 2006, along with her certification as a National Certified Counselor. Using her unique life experience and training, Cindi enjoys working with teenagers, singles, married couples and entire families. Most of all, she has a passion for people to overcome adversity and truly receive the healing the Lord has for them.
Dr. Robert Dodd, Psy. D
Dr. Robert Dodd, Psy. D., spent the first twenty years of his adult life as a minister in the Church of the Nazarene. In 1996, Dr. Dodd felt a distinct urging to “leave” the pastoral ministry, but to continue in ministry as a Clinical Psychologist. He entered the Doctoral program at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA...earning a degree of Doctor of Psychology in 2002. His dissertation was entitled, “The Relation Between Spiritual Functioning in Pastors and Perceived Stress Levels.”
Upon completion of his doctorate, Dr. Dodd served as a psychologist/therapist in a maximum security prison in Nashville, TN. Later, Dr. Dodd held the position of therapist in a child and adolescent treatment facility for sex offenders. From January 2004 to March 2006, Dr. Dodd served as the Clinical Director of an adolescent treatment facility in Charlotte, NC. From March 2006 to December 2015, he was the Clinical Director for Rodgers Christian Counseling, in Charlotte. In January 2015, Dr. Dodd and his wife, Cindi, opened their own practice, Level Ground Christian Counseling.
His life experience, both as a pastor and psychologist, enables him to work effectively with a variety of mental health needs....including adolescent, marriage, family and addictive behaviors (including sexual addiction). He states that “my heart's desire is to effectively integrate psychology and spirituality, helping individuals to gain wholeness of life.”
Client Reviews
“I have known Dr. Dodd and Cindi for several years and have partnered with them in ministry on many occasions. As a dynamic team, they have conducted seminars for our church and Life Care Center. They draw a large size audience, many of them repeat attendees, who are always blessed by their unique and anointed style of ministry.”
“Recently I had the Dodd’s come to Weddington UMC to lead a marriage enrichment seminar. Boy, were we blessed by their presentation! They passionately shared not just information but words that touched the heart. I highly recommend them as speakers who will help bring encouragement and hope to anyone who wants more out of their relationships.”
“You have made a difference in our lives to enable us to move forward and overcome. And we see how you’ve given hope to those in our congregation.”
