Pillars of Wellness – Our Clinicians
Pillars of Wellness employs a team of licensed therapists, intern therapists, and consultants across Northwest Indiana, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Illinois. All clinicians listed below are available through Pillars of Wellness at pillarsinspires.com. To schedule, call (219) 323-3311 or visit our Get Started page.
Licensed Clinicians
Jeff Vollmer, MA, LMHC — Merrillville, Telehealth. Psychotherapist with nearly thirty years of clinical experience, specializing in the treatment of individuals living with chronic and severe mental illness.
Logan Hess, MA, LMHC-A — Indianapolis, Telehealth. Graduated with Master's in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Indianapolis.
Cory Taing, MA, LMHC — Indianapolis, Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Bachelor's and Master of Arts degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Jennifer Faulkner-Jones, MS. Ed, LMHC — Telehealth. LGBTQ+ Services Specialist with a deep passion for supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and their loved ones.
Elizabeth Clark, MS. Ed, LMHC — Hobart. Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with a Master's Degree in clinical mental health counseling from Purdue Northwest.
Erin Fuller-Jones, MA, LMHC — Telehealth. Works with preteens, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, OCD-related concerns, and life stressors.
Samantha Gagliardi, MSW, LSW — Merrillville. Master's-level social worker and graduate of the University of Kentucky with extensive inpatient psychiatric hospital experience.
Brennan Lennox, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Licensed Social Worker passionate about helping people live as their authentic selves.
Shelby Kopka, MSW, LCSW — Valparaiso. Graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor's in Human Development and Family Studies.
Laura Borowiec, MS. Ed, LMHC — Schererville, Telehealth. Licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience.
Sarah Rodriguez-Helm, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Compassionate social worker with experience across mental health, residential care, behavioral services, and grief support. Member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Kay Hennelly, MS, LMFT-A — Telehealth. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate with a passion for helping people reach their fullest potential.
Cara Salvant, MA, LMHC-A — Merrillville. Values authenticity, humility, and genuineness. Warm, grounded therapeutic style.
Charnel Fairley, MS, LCAC-A — Hobart. Dedicated mental health professional with experience supporting individuals facing trauma and addiction.
Sasha, CGC — Hobart. Certified therapy dog through the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizenship Assessment.
Alexa Zapata, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Licensed Social Worker with several years of experience in community mental health and higher education. Born in Mexico, bilingual.
Faith Ellen Denton, MSW, LSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Combines experience as an educator, caseworker, and social worker for a holistic, multidisciplinary approach.
Chloë Hines, MS. Ed., LMHC-A — Telehealth. Licensed therapist with a background in School Counseling and Mental Health Counseling, dual endorsements from Purdue University–Fort Wayne.
Miranda Sims, MS. Ed, LMHC-A — Hobart, Telehealth. Open and friendly therapist who creates safe, nonjudgmental spaces.
Carissa Brown, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Specializes in providing culturally competent care, committed to helping people achieve wellness and healing goals.
Anjelina Haro, MA, LMHC-A — Valparaiso. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University.
Amaya Wagner, MA, LMHC-A — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University.
Sarah Herbert, MA, LMHC-A — Merrillville, Telehealth. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and graduate of Valparaiso University.
Korynn Amm, MA, LMHC-A, NCC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University. Also holds a Bachelor's degree in Education.
Imen Saadeh, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Licensed social worker dedicated to creating a safe and compassionate space.
Kelly Hartman, MSW, LCSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Over 30 years of experience supporting individuals and families.
Michelle Stan, MSW, LCSW — Schererville, Telehealth. Over 30 years of experience in social work.
Katelyn DeLuca, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Master's level social worker, graduate of the University of Kentucky with a certificate in clinical social work.
James Shuler, MRC, LPC, CRC, ADHD-RSP — Illinois, Telehealth. Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with ADHD-RSP certification.
Kathryn Owens, MA, LMHC-A — Hobart, Telehealth. Bachelor's in psychology and anthropology from Indiana University Northwest, Master's in clinical mental health counseling from Valparaiso University.
Lierin Beecher, MSW, LSW — Telehealth. Experience working with adolescents, teenagers, adults, and the elderly in social systems and residential facilities.
Candace Roberson, MA, LMHC-A, NCC — Telehealth. Dedicated and affirming therapist (they/them) with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University.
Elizabeth Alexander, LSW, MSW — Telehealth. Licensed social worker passionate about helping people reconnect with joy.
Shenay Neal, LCAC — Merrillville, Telehealth. Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Addiction Studies from Governors State University.
Ryan Fields, MA, LMFT-A — Telehealth. Graduate of Purdue University Global with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Brittany Sperka, LCSW — Illinois, Telehealth. Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Rasheda Hope-Tidwell, MSW, LSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Passionate about helping others overcome challenges in their lives.
Ruby Koontz, LMHC-A — Merrillville, Telehealth. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University.
Dr. Erin Groves, MA, MS, PsyD — Telehealth. Bachelor's in psychology and Master's in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Oklahoma. Doctor of Psychology.
Kara VanHimbergen, MA, LMHC-A — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Associate Licensed Mental Health Counselor (they/them). Master of Arts in Counseling and Bachelor of Arts from Valparaiso University.
Nicole DeYoung, LMHC-A — Telehealth. Bachelor's in Psychology from Butler University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Marian University.
Madelyn Kalna, LSW — Telehealth. Master of Social Work from Indiana University–Indianapolis, concentration in mental health and addictions. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Morgan Kobitka, LSW — Hobart, Telehealth. Passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges through human connection and authentic healing.
Sarah Parnell, MSW, LSW — Schererville, Telehealth, Valparaiso. Bachelor's and Master's in Social Work from Indiana University Bloomington.
Karmyn Boller, LSW — Schererville, Telehealth. Creates a safe, relaxed space for healing.
Brittany Bartock, MSW, LSW — Merrillville, Schererville, Telehealth. Bachelor's in social work from Purdue Northwest.
Griffin Rhyne, MA, LMHCA — Merrillville, Telehealth. Works with adults to find meaning and self-worth. Offers affirming therapeutic approach.
Julie Greenberg, MSW, LCSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Nearly 20 years in the mental health field.
Elizabeth Hackney, MS — Illinois, Telehealth. Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Indiana Wesleyan University, Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling.
Alyssa Riege, MA, LMHC-A — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Graduate of Valparaiso University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
LaShawn Young, LMFT-A — Illinois, Merrillville, Telehealth. Graduate of the University of Akron with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology.
Lynnette Wright, MS, LCPC, NCC, CADC — Telehealth. Clinical Psychology doctoral student at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University.
Elizabeth Weer, MSW, LSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Bachelor of Science in Psychology, passionate about the power of mental health.
Tavinder Bains, MS, LMHC-A — Illinois, Telehealth. First-generation Sikh American. Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Purdue Northwest.
Lindsay Alcock, MA, LMHC-A, NCC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and Nationally Certified Counselor. Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Dr. Shaun Wehle, Psy.D., HSPP, LCAC — Telehealth. Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Psychologist of Pillars of Wellness.
Dr. Jody Ross, Ph.D. — Telehealth. Completed graduate work at the University of Houston. Clinical experience in family medicine and community mental health settings.
Dr. Mandy Morrill, NCC, LMHC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Nationally Board-Certified Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Doctorate in Counseling.
Dr. Ashley Michalski, Psy.D., HSPP, LCAC — Illinois, Telehealth. Graduate of Adler University's Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program. Clinical training in correctional, community-based, and private practice settings.
Dr. Jasmine Daniels, PsyD — Merrillville, Telehealth. Graduate of the Illinois School of Professional Psychology's Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program. Leads the School-Based Mental Health Program.
Dr. Chris Dabbs, Ph.D., HSPP, LMHC — Telehealth. Licensed health service psychologist and licensed clinical mental health counselor. Specializes in psychological evaluation and autism/neurodiversity.
Dr. Jeanne Brown, Ph.D., HSPP — Merrillville, Telehealth. Over 20 years of experience as a psychologist. Primary specialty in Family and Systems Therapy.
Desie Zylstra, MA, LMHC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Director of the Valparaiso office. Graduate of Valparaiso University.
Jenna Zubik, LMHC-A, NCC — Telehealth. Nationally Certified Counselor. Practices an integrative approach including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Ashley Wolke, LMHC — Telehealth. Graduate of Adler University's Master's Program in Counseling Psychology. Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2013.
Taylor Wheeler, MA, LMHCA, NCC — Hobart, Telehealth. Dedicated to helping clients find relief and resolution from traumatic experiences.
Lisa Walters, MA, LMHC, NCC — Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Nicholas Triplett, MS, LMFT — Telehealth. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Graduate of Purdue University Northwest. Specializes in couples, families, grief, trauma, and older adults.
Courtney Tomaszewski, MA, LCPC, LMHC — Hobart, Illinois, Telehealth. Graduate of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Director of Illinois expansion. Licensed in Indiana and Illinois.
Meghan Theodore, LPC — Merrillville, Telehealth. Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University.
Kristyn Swanson, NCC, LMHC-A — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Tyler Sullivan, MA, LMHC-A — Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Amber Stinson, MS, LMHC, LCPC, NCC, CADACII — Illinois, Telehealth. Licensed in Indiana and Illinois. Supports clients through trust and encouragement.
Kate Stake, LMHC-A, NCC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Offers a space where clients feel heard and supported. Integrates multiple therapeutic techniques.
Ronyelle Smith, MSW, LSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Graduate of Louisiana State University with Master's in Social Work. Undergraduate at Purdue University.
Angelicah Shaver, Ms.Ed., NCC, LMHC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Clinical mental health therapist and Nationally Certified Counselor. Master's in Education from Purdue University Northwest.
Mira Pilipovic, MA, NCC, LMHC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (she/they). Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University.
Kaitlin Pilipovic, MS, LCAC — Hobart, Telehealth. Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor.
Sonja, MBA, MS.Ed, LMHC, NCC — Hobart, Telehealth. Completed Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Purdue University Northwest. Experience across the lifespan in outpatient settings.
Tori Mikesell, MA, LMHC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Licensed Mental Health Counselor, graduate of Valparaiso University.
Dawn McDonough, NCC, LMHC-A — Telehealth. Graduate of Purdue University's Mental Health Counseling program. Nationally Certified Counselor.
Elly Kutch, MSW, LCSW — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Bachelor of Arts from Purdue North Central, Master's in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago.
Kayla Kroesch, MS, CRC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Graduate of Northern Illinois University with Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling.
Breanne Knopf, MS, LMHC-A — Telehealth. Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Experience as an outpatient counselor.
Jason Kniola, LMHC, LCAC, NCC — Hobart, Telehealth. Graduate of Purdue University, West Lafayette with Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor.
Jessi Kiefor, MA, LMHC, NCC — Merrillville, Telehealth. Background in intensive settings. Specializes in OCD treatment.
Katelyn Kapelinski, MA, LMHC, NCC — Merrillville, Telehealth. Director of Pillars Merrillville. Graduate of Valparaiso University. Nationally Certified Counselor.
Kelly Johnson, LMHC — Hobart, Telehealth. Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Alisha Hughes, LMHC-A — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Dr. Brianna Henning, DSW, LCSW — Merrillville, Schererville, Telehealth. Graduate of Indiana University with Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Social Work. Doctor of Social Work.
Elishia Hendricks, MSW, LSW — Schererville, Telehealth. Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Master of Social Work from Indiana University.
Rachel Hemdal, MA, LMHC-A, NCC — Hobart, Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Nationally Certified Counselor.
Dr. Misty Hatch, PhD, LMHC, NCC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Nationally Board-Certified Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana and Illinois. Ph.D. in Counseling.
Grace Gidley, MA, NCC — Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Rachel Eizenga, MSW, LCSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Graduate of Eastern University with Bachelor's in Social Work and Rutgers University with Master's in Social Work.
Ashley Earle, LMHC — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology.
Cherie Cox, MS, LMHC-A, NCC — Hobart, Telehealth. Graduate of Purdue University Northwest with Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Celeste Chapko, LMHC-A, MT-BC, PMH-C — Merrillville, Telehealth. Graduate of Purdue University Northwest with Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. Board-Certified Music Therapist. Perinatal Mental Health Certified.
Cathryn Cearing, MS, LMHC-A — Merrillville, Telehealth. Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, graduate of Indiana University Bloomington.
Jennifer Buford, LMFT — Telehealth. Graduate of Indiana University with Master's in Educational Sciences through the Marriage and Family Therapy cohort.
Erin Brown, MS, LMHC-A, NCC — Telehealth. Graduate of Indiana University with Bachelor of Science in Education and Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling.
Kelsey Brewer, MA, LMHC, NCC — Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Derek Blagojevic, LCSW — Merrillville, Telehealth. Graduate of Campbellsville University, Kentucky. Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Koree Binder, MA, LMHC, NCC — Telehealth. Graduate of Valparaiso University with Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Intern Therapists
Natalia Bak, BS — Valparaiso. Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern pursuing Master's degree from Valparaiso University.
Joshua Hazelwood, BA — Valparaiso. Master's-level intern and Counselor-in-Training pursuing Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Rachael Hoffman, BS — Hobart. Therapist intern pursuing Master's in Couple and Family Therapy at Purdue University Northwest.
Destiny Carlisle, BS — Hobart. Second-year Marriage and Family Therapist Intern completing Master's in Couple and Family Therapy at PNW.
Natalie Rajch, BS — Telehealth. Social Work Intern specializing in stress, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Ashlee Pendleton, BA — Schererville. Pursuing Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Valparaiso University.
Carissa Herendeen, BSW — Merrillville. Therapy intern pursuing Master of Social Work at Indiana University.
Zainab Tufail, MA — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Doctoral student at the University of Indianapolis working toward PsyD.
Payton Smith, BSW — Schererville, Telehealth. Therapist intern pursuing Master of Social Work at Cleveland State University.
Rebecca Sundquist, BA, MDiv — Hobart, Telehealth. Over two decades of spiritual leadership as an ordained minister with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
Brittany Thornton, BS — Telehealth. Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Western Michigan University.
JaNee Martin, MS — Merrillville, Telehealth. Clinical Psychology Intern completing training at Walden University.
Ryan James, BA — Telehealth. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Rawan Haddad, MS, MA, LCAC-A, CADAC-IV, CARC-MH — Merrillville, Telehealth. Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor-Associate with specialized expertise in addiction and mental health.
Brenda Babirye, BA — Merrillville, Telehealth. Second-year Couples and Family Therapy student at Purdue University Northwest.
Consultants
Brody Kutch, BS, MA — Telehealth, Valparaiso. Sport psychology consultant. Found his passion for psychology in sport during collegiate baseball.
Dr. Urska Dobersek, Ph.D., CMPC, CTP — Telehealth. Former professional athlete. Ph.D. in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Florida State University. Certified Mental Performance Consultant.
For more information about our clinicians or to schedule an appointment, call (219) 323-3311 or visit pillarsinspires.com/our-clinicians.
