Professional Staff

Hailey is a psychotherapy intern with us while she completes her masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Hailey has experience working with us as an ARMHS/CTSS Mental Health Practitioner where she worked one-on-one with her clients teaching them coping skills to manage their symptoms. Hailey enjoys working with individuals of all ages, races and genders in a nonjudgemental environment. Hailey prefers utilizing theoretical concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to assist individuals with a wide variety of mental health disorders. She takes a particular interest in working with those who have Eating Disorders/Body Dysmorphia, Suicidal Ideations, Self-Harming behaviors, and teaching individuals to love themselves for who they truly are! Hailey's goal during sessions is to assist individuals in developing the skills that will allow them to live their lives to the fullest and learn to love themselves for who they are!

Hailey works with individuals ages 6 and up, as well as couples and families..

Location: Hutchinson, MN

Johanna received her Bachelors Degree in Environmental Studies from St. Cloud State University and her Masters Degree in Educational Psychology, with a community mental health focus, from the University of Minnesota. She has experience and enjoys working with individuals across the lifespan. Johanna believes in the inherent value, purpose, and dignity of each person and that through therapy, individuals can develop or re-establish this believe about themselves. She is here to actively and non-judgmentally listen to your story and work collaboratively to build upon internal strengths and reaching your goals. Her desire is to create a space that is safe and supportive where you feel comfortable expressing yourself, your concerns, and aspirations. Johanna integrates a humanistic perspective with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy skills into her approach and will incorporate nature, movement, mindfulness, and spiritually into therapy with your desire and consent.

Johanna works with individuals ages 13 and up, as well as couples.

Location: Buffalo, MN

Casey received his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Florida in Gainesville. He briefly attended one semester of Catholic seminary before working in various healthcare roles at the Mayo Clinic campuses in Florida and Minnesota. During these 5 years, Casey supported programs within residential treatment for mood disorders, nuclear medicine research, and transplant coordination. He received his Master's degree from Saint Mary's University in Counseling and Psychological Services. Casey enjoys using Christian-based, behavioral, somatic, and solution-focused modalities within a psychotherapy setting. He is passionate about helping clients, especially teenagers, resolve struggles related to borderline personality, oppositional defiant, and conduct disorders, among others. Casey's most recent hobbies include running, target shooting, listening to classical music, hiking, and growing orchids. He also enjoys rewatching the John Wick film series and staying connected with his family and friends in Florida.

Casey works with individuals ages 6 and up, as well as families.

Location: Buffalo, MN

Stephanie believes that everyone has the power within themselves to experience well-being. In the therapeutic relationship, Stephanie likes to think of herself as your GPS; she provides directions and different routes to help get you where you want to go, and you get to decide whether to follow these directions or take your own route. Either way, she'll still be there supporting your journey.
Therapy is not a "one size fits all," so she likes to implement an integrative approach and draw from multiple different evidence-based theories. Stephanie specializes in anxiety and trauma and utilizes somatic, cognitive, and behavioral approaches with her clients and works with individuals ages 10 and up. She regularly implement IFS, mindfulness-based, and cognitive behavioral interventions. Stephanie is a certified mental health counselor, as well as a certified clinical trauma professional.
"Life has many different routes to get you where you want to go. If you're looking for help trying to find the right path, I'd love to be part of your navigation system."

Location: Buffalo, MN

Kendra completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Southern New Hampshire University and is completing the Master of Science Clinical Mental Health Counselor program at Walden University. Kendra has experience working with children, teenagers, adults, and seniors in a variety of settings. Kendra is a certified clinical trauma professional. Kendra believes that people are inherently able to overcome great challenges, and learning the right tools and support are essential to their health and wellness. Kendra considers that the therapeutic relationship should be built using empathy, trust, and mutual respect, and believes that the best approach is that of individualized interventions rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Kendra enjoys working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Kendra is especially passionate about helping LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and their families.

In her free time, Kendra's hobbies include hanging out or hiking with her family, painting, reading, and practicing her tattooing skills, all while listening to music. She also enjoys attending music concerts and camping trips.

Kendra works with individuals 6 and up, as well as couples and families.

Location: Hutchinson, MN

Misty received her Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree (with an emphasis in psychology) from the University of Morris, MN. She is a psychotherapy intern completing her master's in social work from St. Cloud State University. Misty has 25+ years of experience in the Mental Health field.
Her life experiences have led her to want to help people move forward and have hope of healing. People can change if they are looking for it and want to. We are all human and have stuff in our lives to work on to be better versions of our current selves.
Misty enjoys working with Christian-based, somatic therapy, behavioral therapy, solution-focused practice, and mindfulness.
Misty works with a variety of individuals.

Misty works with individuals ages 10 and up.

Location: Hutchinson, MN

Chelsey is a counseling intern, joining us while she completes her master's degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling from Adler Graduate School. Chelsey served as an Army medic and has been working in healthcare since 2015. She enjoys working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Chelsey believes in providing a safe and supportive environment where clients can express who they are, process what they are going through, and work together to improve their overall quality of life.
In her free time, Chelsey enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and playing with her dogs, cats, and horses. She also enjoys many creative pursuits as well as reading.

Location: Buffalo, MN

Ashley received her Bachelor's of Science Degree in Child Development and Family Studies at Minnesota State, Mankato. Ashley is passionate about utilizing a relationship-based practice and person-centered approach. She has experience with all ages. She strives to create a safe, trusting environment to help all individuals find purpose, hope, and success. Ashley currently runs the adult social skills group, held on Thursdays. During her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her kids, traveling, and making crafts.

Kendra is working towards her Master's Degree in social work, with a focus on trauma. She works as a CTSS/ARMHS worker with us providing in-home coping skills to her clients. Kendra works with ages 6 and up.

Dave has over 20 years of mental health experience, particularly children's mental health. Dave works 1:1 with teens and adults providing in-home mental health coping skills. He is also hosting ARMHS and CTSS groups at the Hutchinson office. For the most recent information on the groups currently being offered, click on the "Groups" tab.