Meet the Team
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Stephanie Gillenwater MS LPC
Founding Partner
Stephanie is dedicated to supporting individuals who are navigating the challenges of depression, anxiety, trauma, and executive functioning difficulties. Her goal is to help you reduce symptoms and find practical ways to manage daily life, so you can feel more balanced and empowered. Your well-being is a priority, and she here to walk with you on this journey toward a better quality of life. She uses EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Autism Play Therapy to achieve these goals.
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Kaitlyn Sampson Albarelli MS APC
Founding Partner
Kaitlyn is passionate about meeting clients where they are, providing a safe and supportive environment tailored to their needs. With years of experience in development, she employs proven techniques to assist clients of all ages in achieving their goals and living their best lives. Kaitlyn’s dedication ensures that each client receives the personalized support they need to thrive.
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Joan Coles MS LPC
Founding Partner
Joan is a caring, playful, and empowering licensed professional counselor who loves providing Child Centered Play Therapy to littles and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to adolescents and young adults. She meets clients where they are and helps them use their own skills to meet their potential and reach their goals!
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Becca Van Galder MA
Pre-licensed Mental Health Clinician
Becca is a warm, kind therapist who works with clients from age 10 and up. She brings over a decade of experience from her past work as a professional caregiver for adults with disabilities. She emphasizes agency and respect for individuals in the disability community. Your sessions with Becca will focus on building a strong therapeutic alliance, exploring the "why" behind ineffective behaviors, and co-creating a plan for new patterns of behaving.
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Laura Cook BFA
Counseling Intern
Laura is a current student at Northwestern University in the Mental Health Counseling program. She is specializing in Adolescent and Child Counseling and is being trained in Autplay and Child Centered Play Therapy. Laura is passionate about helping individuals recovering from trauma, abuse, and difficult relationships who want to rebuild confidence, reconnect with themselves, and feel safe again. Therapy is a zero judgment space where we create clear goals and a plan forward while using neuroscience informed strategies, practical tools, and creative approaches when helpful.