Our Team
Amberly Mixon, LCSW
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Amberly has experience working with children, adolescents and their families. She specializes in trauma, eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and depression. She has been trained in CBT, including exposure and response therapy (ERP), behavioral activation, and prolonged exposure (PE). She also is trained in DBT and IFS.
Kayla Kind, LPC
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Kayla practices virtually and is licensed to see clients in Wisconsin. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from University of Dubuque and her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University. Kayla has experience working with adolescents and young adults. She specializes in eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Kayla utilizes an individual and collaborative approach and has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), including exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP) and prolonged exposure (PE), behavioral activation, as well as Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Kiersten Wenthold, LPC
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Kiersten practices virtually and is licensed to see clients in Wisconsin and Florida. Kiersten specializes in trauma recovery treatment. She prioritizes a collaborative and individualized approach in the healing process to sync with each person's unique needs in their healing journey. Kiersten is passionate about helping clients recognize, feel, and utilize the immense wisdom of our physical bodies, while also working through stored trauma and stress. In this holistic approach, she recognizes that healing takes place in the body, mind, and spirit, and she practices through the lens of cultural humility as she continues to work on decolonizing herself and the therapeutic process.
Kiersten completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marquette University with a specialization in substance use treatment. She utilizes Schema Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, and Psychodynamic interventions.
In her free time, Kiersten loves to run, write, spend time outdoors, and listen to live music.
Alisha Casiday, APSW
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Alisha graduated with her master’s degree in August of 2022 from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. After graduation she worked in Williams Bay School District with children from Pre-K-12th grade. Alisha was able to provide short-term counseling, small groups, and case management. Additionally, she was able to educate children on mental health disorders and teach healthy coping skills.
Alisha uses a client-centered and strengths-based approach with clients. This approach provides a safe, supportive, and empowering environment without judgement. From an early age Alisha knew that she wanted to work with children; she loved the idea of being a role model and a safe person for children.
Alisha aims to provide guidance, support, and advocacy for children. She believes that children have very small voices in this world, so she aspires to be the person that can guide them into self-advocacy.
Lindsay Dillon, APSW
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Lindsay practices virtually and is licensed to see clients in Wisconsin. Lindsay earned her BSW in 2016 at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Lindsay graduated with her MSW in 2023 from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Lindsay has experience working with adults, specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideations. Lindsay is trained in behavioral activation, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Lindsay uses person-centered, solution focused, and talk therapy approaches. Lindsay recognizes that each client’s healing is not linear and that therapeutic modalities are not a one size fits all. Lindsay often reminds her clients that their mental health does not define who they are but is just a small part of their story.
In her free time, Lindsay enjoys spending time with her husband, family and friends, and creating Native American beadwork as part of her culture.
Shantonia Moffett-Smith, APSW
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Shantonia graduated with a B.A. in Psychology in 2020 from McKendree University while serving in the U.S. Military. She also obtained her MSW in 2023 from Northeastern Illinois University with a concentration in working with children, youth, and families. Shantonia is licensed to practice in both Illinois and Wisconsin. Shantonia has experience working with other Veterans and older adults (Geriatrics), providing support for issues related to aging, illness, and PTSD. She uses a Person-Centered and Solution-Focused approach with clients. Shantonia is excited to pivot to working with children and adolescents as she has a passion for advocating and ensuring the youth have a safe space for their voices to be heard. She works with young children/adolescents and primarily provides school-based services. In her free time, Shantonia enjoys spending time with her family and friends, exercising, and playing video games.
Tessa Bailey, LPC, LCPC
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Tessa has experience providing services in community mental health, crisis intervention, and outpatient therapy since 2013. Tessa practices both virtually and in office and is licensed to practice in Illinois and Wisconsin. She takes a collaborative approach to treatment and utilizes a range of evidence based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and person centered therapy. Her treatment is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Tessa treats clients ages 18 and up, taking a special interest in anxiety, depression, self-esteem difficulties, women’s issues, and life transitions. Tessa is committed to creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their individual goals and process life experiences to support lasting change.
Lacey Langron, APSW
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Lacey is a mental health therapist passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their strengths. She recently earned her master's degree in social work from Mount Mary University and is excited to begin her journey in this field. Lacey works with clients ages 5 through 60, specializing in anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and depression. Her therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each individual's needs. She draws from a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care. Whether you're seeking in-person or virtual sessions, Lacey strives to create a safe, supportive space for growth and healing. Outside of therapy, She enjoys painting, cooking, hiking, and swimming—activities that help her stay grounded and creative, and which often inspire the work she does with clients.
Payton Tapia, APSW
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Payton practices both virtually and in office and is licensed to practice in Wisconsin. She recently earned her masters degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Payton has experience working with children, adolescents, and families and works with clients of all ages. Payton specializes in anxiety, depression, substance use, couples/family therapy, and working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Her therapeutic approach is person-centered, trauma informed and utilizes evidence-based interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Therapy (MBT).
Payton is passionate about providing an environment to empower clients to explore challenges as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
In her free time, Payton enjoys teaching yoga, painting, and spending time outdoors.