Julian Pickens, Ed.D., LISAC, LMFT, BRI-111, has been named Chaplain for VFW Post 8053. Post Commander Carlos Lozano welcomed Dr. Pickens to the position at Sun Lakes Country Club during the VFW Memorial Day celebration. Dr. Pickens also provides counseling services to veterans and their immediate family through Sun Lakes United Methodist Church and may be reached at 480-895-8766.