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Jacqui Theisen, M.S., NCC, LPCC
Registered Circle of Security® Facilitator
Jacqui received her Bachelors degree in Corrections from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and her Masters degree in mental health counseling from Walden University. Jacqui has experience working with individuals, groups, and families using a cognitive behavioral therapy approach. Jacqui has a background working in-home with clients, teaching coping skills to manage symptoms caused by diagnoses. Jacqui is a certified CBT Therapist and prefers to use a cognitive-behavioral approach with clients, focused on reframing their current thinking in order to cope with their diagnoses and learn proper coping skills. Negative thoughts will be challenged in sessions and a more positive way of living will be taught while examining the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Jacqui is a MNBBHT (Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy-approved supervisor, which allows her to provide supervision of licensed-bound mental health professionals. Jacqui enjoys providing supervision to her supervisees either on the individual or group levels. She has experience working with supervisees who are on track to obtain their LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) status.
Jacqui is currently not accepting new clients.
*Check with your board to determine if Jacqui's licensures (NCC, LPCC) are adequate for your board supervision requirements.
Location: Hutchinson, MN & Buffalo, MN
Kelly Hildre, MSW, LICSW
Registered Circle of Security® Facilitator
Kelly has a decade of experience working in Mental Health and Social Services in a variety of settings. She received her Bachelor of Social Work from St. Cloud State University and her Master of Social Work with specification in Multicultural Clinical Social Work from Augsburg University. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds, though she specializes in the treatment of developmental and generational trauma with a focus on Neuropsychology. A Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Kelly incorporates evidence-based knowledge and techniques from a variety of approaches such as brain spotting, internal family systems, biofeedback, polyvagal, psychodynamic, trauma focused cognitive behavioral and experiential. A self-proclaimed "outside the box" therapist, Kelly believes that the most effective therapy is one that is shaped and constructed to fit the person in the room and their unique perspectives and experiences in life. Kelly believes in creating a safe, comfortable environment that allows her clients to be whatever version of themselves they need to be in order to heal.
Kelly works with individuals ages 12 and up.
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Location: Buffalo, MN
Hailey Farrell, Professional Counselor Intern
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
Casey Burns, M.A.
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 is informed in somatic experiencing training, and enjoys utilizing this technique with his clients to assist them by focusing on the connection of the mind and body.
Casey works with individuals ages 6 and up, as well as families.
Location: Buffalo, MN
Kendra Rinn, CTP, Professional Counselor Intern
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 Eystad, Professional Counselor Intern
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 Barragan, Professional Counselor Intern
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
Kevin Brown, MS, LGSW
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As a LGSW with over 15 years of experience, Kevin provides individual, couples, and family therapy. Some of the populations he has served include the 2SLGBTQ+, BIPOC, refuge, justice involved, victims of human trafficking, homeless, and veteran communities. He has worked extensively in ARMHS/CTSS and other community-based programs, teaching skills to help people reduce, eliminate or learn to cope with their symptoms, while working on goals to enhance their lives. In his psychotherapy practice, Kevin utilizes a variety of evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, and more, to create an individualized approach for every individual or system he serves. He prefers to meet people where they are at, working side by side with them, using cultural humility and the client's own world view, cultures and identities, to develop therapeutic goals, with a whole health focus. He has researched and specialized in trauma work for over a decade and currently also specializes in sex therapy and psychedelic assisted psychotherapy. His current focus is working with members of the 2SLGBTQ+, BIPOC, ENM/CNM, and kink communities.
Beyond clinical social work, Kevin is an environmentalist, and social justice and human rights advocate, fighting to reduce and eliminate racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation and class-based disparities within the field of mental health and various other systems within our society.
Location: Virtual
Mental Health Practitioners
Ashley Hall, B.S.
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 Wieland, A.S.
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 Jorgensen, M.S.
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.
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Address: 225 3rd Ave NW Hutchinson, MN 55350
Address: 15 2nd St NW, Buffalo, MN 55313
Phone: 320-455-9888
Fax: 320-310-0983
Email: admin@serenitymentalhealthservices.com
