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Meet the Ash Grove Team

Tracy Howland, LCPC

Tracy Howland, LCPC

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

"I want to provide clients a safe and welcoming space to feel heard and understood."

Kaitlyn Orear, LPC

Kaitlyn Orear, LPC

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

"Vulnerability takes risk and I foster a safe place for it to grow."

Rebekah Theilen, LPC

Rebekah Theilen, LPC

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

***Tuesday appointments only***

"As clients gradually move from a state of doubt to self-acceptance, it is my hope that they would grow to experience other things as well, including peace, contentment, resilience, and joy."

Amanda Henson

Amanda Henson

Finding Your Way, PLLC

"Your journey to healing begins with a single step. Let's take it together."

Kathleen Lyons

Kathleen Lyons

Springfield EMDR Therapy

"I am honored to serve people in their growth and healing toward their whole and integrated selves."

Rachel Rambach, LCPC

Rachel Rambach, LCPC

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

***Not Accepting New Clients***

"I want to help support you by identifying and harnessing your strengths and serving as an accountability partner along the way. Let’s collaborate to find solutions to the challenges you are currently facing."

Anne McFarland, LPC

Anne McFarland, LPC

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

"I am committed to meeting each client where they are in their journey and tailoring my approach to best serve their individual needs and goals."

Maria Libri, Clinical Intern

Maria Libri, Clinical Intern

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

If you are uninsured or are looking for low cost options, we offer treatment through our Clinical Internship Program. Our Masters Level training clinicians receive individual clinical supervision under an experienced licensed clinician.

Dr. Michael Kessler

Dr. Michael Kessler

Full Life Assessment & Therapy

"I strive to understand a client's struggles in a non-judgmental environment and maintaining the perspective of valuing and caring for each client and respecting their individuality and worth. "

Dr. Melissa Franzen

Dr. Melissa Franzen

Growth Abounds, PLLC

"There is room for growth all around. Don’t be afraid to go after what you want!"

Rachel Brown, LCPC

Rachel Brown, LCPC

Pepper Brown and Associates, LLC

***Not Accepting New Clients***

"I am dedicated to guiding individuals through their unique journeys of healing and growth."

Jake Carman, LPC

Jake Carman, LPC

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

"Working together, we can find the peace, balance, connection, and meaning you are searching for."

Becky Henington, Clinical Intern

Becky Henington, Clinical Intern

Pepper Brown & Associates, LLC

If you are uninsured or are looking for low cost options, we offer treatment through our Clinical Internship Program. Our Masters Level training clinicians receive individual clinical supervision under an experienced licensed clinician.

Melissa Hinds

Melissa Hinds

Melissa Hinds Psychiatry, PLLC

"My primary objective is to establish a secure and non-judgmental space for my clients."

Tommy Thompson

Tommy Thompson

Sunrise Counseling Services

"At the crossroads of life, you can continue moving in the same direction or take a chance on something else and lean into a new challenge. I am here to journey with you."

217-247-4421

Office staff is not available to answer inquires or phone calls. Voicemail and email are welcome at any time. Therapists do their best to respond to messages within 24-48 hours. Urgent telephone consultation services for established patients may be available on an individual basis. In case of emergencies, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

4481 Ash Grove Drive, Ste B

Springfield, IL 62711

Cancellation Policy

Please note that we require a 24-hour notice if you decide to cancel your appointment. Call or email to cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment in order to avoid charges. We will do our best to accommodate you and appreciate your cooperation. Thank you.

 

 

 

 

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