Anessa Kemna, PLPC

Anessa offers a compassionate, trauma-informed, and affirming approach, supporting clients in connecting with their bodies, balancing emotions, and building kinder relationships with themselves. She specializes in working with adults who are neurodivergent, part of the LGBTQ+ community, living with disabilities, or who have experienced academic trauma, and brings lived experience with disability and ADHD.

Whit Lusk, PLPC

As a neurodivergent therapist, I tend to work best with people who are navigating challenges related to identity, emotional regulation, obsessive-compulsive patterns, masking, relationship difficulties, or long-standing patterns shaped by trauma or invalidation. I believe that beneath every coping strategy is a person doing their best to survive, and my approach reflects that compassion. I integrate DBT with IFS-informed parts work to help clients challenge unhelpful behavioral patterns, strengthen self-esteem, and build greater emotional stability and self-understanding.

Frankie Salisbury, LPC NCC

Frankie’s counseling philosophy is grounded in mindfulness and focuses on helping clients build meaningful lives and healthier relationships with their emotions. He specializes in concerns such as anxiety, mood disorders, emotional regulation, trauma, substance use, and LGBTQ+ issues. He tailors treatment to each person’s needs and strengths. Trained in DBT, ACT, IFS, and ERP, Frankie is passionate about supporting people from all walks of life.

Maribeth Wagganer

Maribeth joined Mindful Counseling as a clinical assistant. She plays a crucial role in helping run things behind the curtain. She graduated from Webster University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has a strong passion for helping others and supporting others within the mental health field.

Scraggy

Scraggy is the brains behind Mindful Counseling. He sometimes comes to visit the office. Whether he’s offering quiet companionship during a tough moment or bringing a little laughter into the room by being a goofy boy, Scraggy helps create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone. Outside of work, he enjoys playing chase, relaxing with his family, and being the goodest boy possible.