Stephanie Knueppel, LPC, Owner
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Kelley Everson, LPC, Project Manager
Kelley joined the Stateline Mental Health Services team in August 2015. Originally, Kelley started as a part-time therapist and is now one of our full-time therapist. She received her B.S. in Sociology from Northern Illinois University. She then attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater where she received her M.S. in Counselor Education and later added an emphasis in School Counseling. Kelley has several years of experience working as a full-time school counselor. She has also worked as an adjunct professor in a counselor education program. Kelley specializes in abuse and trauma, ADHD, adjustment disorders, anger management, anxiety and panic disorders, mood disorders, OCD, and PTSD. She has also been trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, crisis intervention, and grief/loss counseling. Not only does Kelley serve clients in a therapeutic setting, she takes on administrative tasks related to our School Based Mental Health programs, and provides trainings to organizations about mental health, trauma, and stress management.
Jenniffer Beu, LPC
Jenniffer joined the SMHS team in June of 2017 as a full-time therapist where she began working towards her LPC. She graduated with a B.A. in Theology and a M.S. in Counseling from Concordia University Wisconsin. Jenniffer is now a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her experience as a parent, co-parent, wife, sister and daughter offer insight to all the roles we play and the struggles we face on a daily basis. Jenniffer has experience working with anger management, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. In addition, her education and experience with AODA matters has given her a passion to meet people where they are and help figure out where to go from there. She looks forward to working with adolescents, individuals, couples and groups on the journey to better mental health. Jenniffer has also been trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Jenniffer joined the SMHS team in June of 2017 as a full-time therapist where she began working towards her LPC. She graduated with a B.A. in Theology and a M.S. in Counseling from Concordia University Wisconsin. Jenniffer is now a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her experience as a parent, co-parent, wife, sister and daughter offer insight to all the roles we play and the struggles we face on a daily basis. Jenniffer has experience working with anger management, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. In addition, her education and experience with AODA matters has given her a passion to meet people where they are and help figure out where to go from there. She looks forward to working with adolescents, individuals, couples and groups on the journey to better mental health. Jenniffer has also been trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Taylor Leibfried, LCSW
Taylor joined Stateline Mental Health Services in January 2019 as a full-time therapist. She graduated with her B.S. in Psychology and Interpersonal Communications from University of Wisconsin - Lacrosse. Taylor went on to continue her education where she received her M.S.W. from University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. Prior to working at SMHS, Taylor worked as mental health care coordinator at Beloit Memorial Hospital. She is passionate about working with kids from ages 5 to young adults and specializes in anxiety, depression, anger management, impulse control, behavior modification, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma. Taylor is also trained in Brainspotting. Currently, Taylor is working at the Edgerton School District as a School Based Mental Health Therapist.
Sarah Petersen, LCSW
Sarah joined the Stateline Mental Health Services team in September of 2019 as a full time therapist. She received her B.S. from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in Social Work. Sarah continued her education and received her M.S.W. from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Previously, Sarah worked in an intensive outpatient program for children and adolescents. She has case management experience while working with children, adolescents and their social systems. Sarah has completed DBT training. Sarah has experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, and trauma. Currently, Sarah works as a School Based Mental Health Therapist in the Milton School District and works in the clinic. Sarah also runs the DBT groups for adolescents and adults.
Nicolette Miller, APSW
Nikki joined the Stateline Mental Health Services team in June of 2020 as a full-time therapist working towards her LCSW. She received her B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in Psychology. Nikki continued her education and received her M.S.W. from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Nikki has experience working with children and adolescents in outpatient, school, community, and home-based settings. She has experience with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavior modification, and case management. Currently, Nikki provides services at the Boys and Girls Club and in the clinic.
Stephanie Sisson, LCSW
Stephanie joined Stateline Mental Health Services in June of 2020. In 2012, she received her Masters Degree in social work at the University of Utah. She has worked in a variety of helping professions for the past 15 years and has spent the past 8 years working in home health, hospice and palliative care as a Medical Social Worker. She has practiced social work in Utah, New Mexico and Wisconsin and loves experiencing variations in culture and terrain. Stephanie specializes in treating depression and anxiety in older adults and those who suffer with chronic conditions. Stephanie also has experience with grief and loss as well as trauma and PTSD. She has worked with children in after school programs as well as at risk youth in residential treatment centers. She has supervised several graduate and undergraduate Social Work students and has really enjoyed teaching what she has learned as a mental health practitioner. Stephanie sees clients in the clinic.
Brielle Powers, LCSW
Brielle joined Stateline Mental Health Services in August of 2020 as a full-time therapist. Brielle received her M.S.W. from George Williams College of Aurora University. Her clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults in the outpatient setting. Brielle practices from a holistic point of view looking at each individual’s specialized needs and goals for counseling. She is a Brainspotting practitioner trained in phases 1 and 2. Brielle specializes in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBTQ+, personality disorders, mood disorders, and ADHD. In addition, Brielle works with those who have cooccurring substance use disorders. Currently, Brielle provides School Based Mental Health services within the Milton School District and at the clinic.
David Fischer, LCSW
David joined Stateline Mental Health Services in September of 2020 as a full-time therapist. David received his Master's Degree from Aurora University at George Williams College. David is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker since 2014 and has a specialty in Substance Abuse since 2015. He has work experience with substance abuse programs including intensive outpatient program, residential, and community support programs. David has experience working with diverse populations ages 16 and older treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, grief and loss, personality disorders, and substance abuse. David uses interventions such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, Illness Recovery Management, and Substance Abuse Relapse Prevention. David provides these supports within the clinic.
Imani Gladden, LMFT-IT
Imani joined Stateline Mental Health Services in July of 2021. Originally a Chicago native, Imani moved to Madison, WI in 2013 as a Posse Scholar to complete an undergrad degree in Athletic Training at University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her time at UW, Imani took a service-learning class in conjunction with a psychology class that sparked her passion for mental health and pushed her into a career of helping people. Upon graduation Imani has worked with children on the Autism spectrum as both a behavioral therapist and a mental health clinician. In addition to her 2 years of clinical experience, Imani has served a variety of people dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relational issues. Imani is very passionate about serving the underserved communities and connecting people of color to necessary resources. Imani supports the Evansville School District as a School Based Mental Health Therapist.
Skylar Krople, LPC-IT
Skylar joined Stateline Mental Health Services in July of 2021 as a full-time therapist. Skyla received her B.A. in Psychology and Organizational Communication from North Central College in 2017. In 2020, she graduated from the University of Iowa with her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Skylar has experience working with children and adolescents with a variety of mental health disorders. Before joining SMHS, she worked as an addiction counselor treating adolescents with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in a residential treatment setting. Skylar is a client-centered practitioner who is passionate about providing authentic, individualized care based on her client’s unique needs and goals. She incorporates a variety of evidence-based treatments and interventions such as: Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Family Systems therapy, Play therapy, Narrative therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and creative approaches. Skylar specializes in treating trauma/abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, self-esteem, co-dependency, and relationship/family issues. Skylar supports The Learning Academy as School Based Mental Health Therapist and works in the clinic.
Sabrina Meichtry, APSW
Sabrina joined the Stateline Mental Health Services team in July 2021. Sabrina provides School Based Mental Health Services in the Brodhead School District. Sabrina received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Viterbo University in 2001 and her Master’s Degree in social work with an emphasis in mental health from the University of Madison in 2006. Sabrina’s areas of focus through the years have included children and families, communication skills, chronic & terminal illnesses, caregiving, grief & loss, eating disorders, as well as work and relationship stresses. |
Jaimee Miller, APSW
Jaimee joined the Stateline Mental Health Services team in September 2021 as a student Intern and she now practices as a full-time therapist. Jaimee received her B.A. from UW-Whitewater in 2016. She continued her education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater where she graduated in 2022 with a Master's Degree in Social Work. Over the last 9 years, Jaimee has provided mental health services to various populations within the home environment, assisted living facilities, the emergency department and inpatient hospitals. Jaimee uses a client-centered and psychodynamic approach to guide her practice with clients, but believes in providing individualized care based on the client's unique needs. Jaimee also uses other evidence-based approaches such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Play Therapy. Jaimee has experience working with Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Substance Use, and Trauma. Jaimee works with children 6 years and older, Adolescents and Adults. Jaimee supports clients in the clinic, as well as the Milton School District.
Betsy Reed, LCSW
Betsy joined the Stateline Mental Health Services team in November of 2021 as a full-time therapist. She received her B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in Social Work. Betsy continued her education and received her M.S.W. from Barry University in Miami Shores, Florida. Prior to working at Stateline Mental Health Services, Betsy has had previous clinical experience working both in the outpatient setting with children and adults, as well as within an intensive outpatient program for children and adolescents. Betsy has experience treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and behavior modification. Currently, Betsy works as a School Based Mental Health Therapist in the Delevan/Darien School District, Beloit Turner School District and works in the clinic.
Lindsey Friedrich, APSW
Lindsey joined Stateline Mental Health Services in January of 2022 as a full-time therapist. She received her B.S. from University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point in Psychology and continued her education at the University of Wisconsin -Whitewater where she received her Master's of Social Work. Lindsey previously worked for the Department of Human Services in the Behavioral Health division working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Lindsey takes a holistic approach when working with clients and is passionate about providing individualized care. She specializes in anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, personality disorders, trauma and mood disorders. Lindsey is fully based in the clinic and works with adolescents, adults and couples.
Lindsey joined Stateline Mental Health Services in January of 2022 as a full-time therapist. She received her B.S. from University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point in Psychology and continued her education at the University of Wisconsin -Whitewater where she received her Master's of Social Work. Lindsey previously worked for the Department of Human Services in the Behavioral Health division working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Lindsey takes a holistic approach when working with clients and is passionate about providing individualized care. She specializes in anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, personality disorders, trauma and mood disorders. Lindsey is fully based in the clinic and works with adolescents, adults and couples.
Kasidie Pallansch, APSW
Kasidie joined Stateline Mental Health Services in June 2022 as a full-time therapist working towards her LCSW. Kasidie received her B.A. from the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater in Social Work. Kasidie continued her education and received her M.S.W. from Aurora University. Previously, Kasidie worked in the child welfare field and as an Outpatient Pediatric Social Worker for SSM. She has case management experience working with children, adolescents, and families. Additionally, Kasidie has experience working with trauma/abuse, anxiety disorders, ADHD, depressive disorders, behavior modification, substance use disorders, co-occuring disorders, and relationship/family issues. She has also been trained in Crisis Intervention. Currently, Kasidie also works as a School Based Mental Health Therapist in the Brodhead and Parkview School District.
Kimberly Olson, LPC
Kim joined Stateline Mental Health Services in June of 2022 as a full-time therapist. She graduated from UW-Stout in 2014 with her MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Kim has been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) since 2017, and has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years in various roles, including case management, Community Support Programs (CSP), Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT), Crisis Intervention, and Outpatient Therapy. She is passionate about working with children ages 4 and older, all the way to adults in later life stages, as well as parents, families, and couples, and individuals. She specializes in mood disorders, anxiety and depression, trauma, family conflict, and utilizes cognitive-behavior therapy, attachment-based interventions, positive psychology, and behavior modification. She is currently working in the Delavan-Darien school district as well as in the clinic.
Samantha Ball, LCSW
Sam rejoined the Stateline Mental Health Services in June of 2022 as a full-time therapist. Sam received her BA in Social Work from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and her M.S.W. at George Williams College of Aurora. Her professional experience includes working in an intensive outpatient setting, administering psychological tests, and working in private practice. Diagnoses that she has worked with include, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and personality disorders. Sam has trainings that include Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) Including Flash EMDR and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Sam provides School Based Mental Health services in the Evansville School District as well as telehealth services.
Nick Dubois-Rose, APSW
Nick joined Stateline Mental Health Services in February 2023 as a full-time therapist both in the clinic and in the school setting. He graduated with his B.A. and B.S.W. in 2019 from George Williams College. Nick continued his education at George Williams College and received his M.S.W. in 2020. Nick has experience working with children in the school, clinic, and home settings. He has experience with anxiety disorders, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder, depressive disorders, case management, and behavior modification. Nick is currently serving the Delavan-Darien school district as well as the Clinic.
Kenzie Dodge, APSW
Kenzie joined Stateline Mental Health Services in February of 2023. Kenzie received her masters degree in social work from George Williams College of Aurora University. She has experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, PTSD and trauma disorders. Kenzie is currently a school-based therapist in the Clinton Community School District.
Audrey Buchanan, APSW
Audrey joined SMHS in June of 2022 as a part-time therapist. Audrey received her B.A. in social work from UW-Whitewater, followed by her M.S.W. from UW-Milwaukee. She received certification in mental health and school social work, with a post-masters certification in Trauma-Informed Care. Audrey has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in the inpatient units of two different hospital settings, including the mental health units and eating disorder units. In addition to this experience, Audrey assessed patients with mental health and AODA needs in the emergency department of a local hospital. Audrey has experience working with people who have ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, psychoses, and trauma. She currently works full-time for the School District of Beloit as a School Social Worker at the district’s alternative high school. She works with people of all ages, from four-years old through the lifespan, but is most passionate about working with adolescents, especially those who have suffered trauma. Audrey is seeing clients in the clinic.
Heidi Schildt, LPC
Heidi joined Stateline Mental Health Services in August 2016 as a part-time therapist. She received her B.S. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her M.S. in Counselor Education with an emphasis in School Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Heidi works full-time as a School Counselor with over 25 years of experience, and she is also an adjunct professor in the Counselor Education Department for Concordia University Wisconsin where she teaches master-level counseling education courses. Heidi has been trained in behavior modification, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior and health assessment and intervention services, and couples and family therapy. She specializes in abuse and trauma, anger management, anxiety, ADHD, child welfare, learning disabilities, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
Garth Fisher, LCSW
Garth has been with Stateline Mental Health since January 2017 as a part time therapist. He has a M.S.W from Indiana University and has spent his career studying the process of human change. He has studied Biofeedback, Meditation, Wilderness Therapy, Sound Therapy, Massage Therapy, Martial Arts, and Relationship Therapy. He practices a client centered form of therapy that seeks to define the presenting problem clearly and facilitate the client's inner strengths and skills to find a solution. He takes into consideration physical problems, life style issues regarding health, and environmental issues that may be impacting the presenting problem. Garth specializes in abuse, anger management, ADHD, mood disorders, dissociative disorders, grief, hypnosis, military treatment, OCD, pain management, and phobias. He works with adults and couples using an eclectic approach based on his years of experience.