Offering In-Person and Online Therapy
Special Training: EMDR, CPT, DBT, CCTP
I believe that recovery from trauma and loss is a combination of evidence-based treatments and the strengths and resiliency of each person that is already there. Sometimes we need a nudge in the right direction. When not working, you can find me in yoga class, walking, or watching the latest Marvel movie.
“I already believe in you and know that you can do this no matter what the challenge is.”
What constitutes a traumatic event is a very personal experience. Often it isn’t until you are in therapy that you discover the full implications and impact on the quality of your life. The footprint of trauma can show itself as difficulty at work, unhealthy relationship patterns, anxiety, depression, or a lack of sleep. It can also be the total and complete interruption of your life. What you may think is anxiety or depression could be early trauma or developmental trauma. It can also be complex trauma created after multiple events and experiences. It is never what's wrong with you but what's happened to you!
Within the power of EMDR therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy is the foundational understanding that healing and freedom from trauma and the past are possible. We may also use Dialectical Behavior Therapy and other interventions for PTSD, OCD, addiction, anxiety, personality disorders, bipolar disorders, grief, self-harm, and dissociation.
Sometimes life can be hard and feel very confusing. Having a trusted partner on the road to healing is invaluable. The direction counseling takes should always be doing what works based on your goals.
Lao Tzu said, "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Tzu didn’t say you were meant to make the journey alone. Let's begin.
Crystal White, Licensed Professional Counselor
Offering In-Person and Online Therapy
Special Training: EMDR, CPT, DBT, CBT, Trauma-Informed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma-informed care and recovery. I’m experienced working with tweens, adolescents, young adults, and adult individuals, couples, and families who have experienced various forms of trauma, including childhood abuse, relationship hurt, women’s issues, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
Proficient and Certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I treat PTSD, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
I’m passionate about helping clients heal from past trauma to build a more fulfilling life. Through empathy, compassion, and active listening, I help my clients cultivate self-awareness, build confidence, and live beyond the pain of the past, thriving in healthy self-esteem and defining their purpose to achieve their goals.
If painful life events have caused you to lose sight of your personal goals, I’d love to work with you to help you discover a new vision for a healthier future, as well as the courage to pursue your goals.
Janell Wolter, LMSW
Offering In-Person and Online Therapy
Special Training: EMDR, CBT, Trauma-Informed
Janell Wolter, LMSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals, children, families, and communities. She earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Arizona State University, specializing in Direct Clinical Practice, and has combined strong academic preparation with years of hands-on service to build a trusted career in the field. Janell is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She has extensive experience helping clients navigate attachment needs, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, grief, and major life transitions. She also has the privilege of working with Veterans and first responders, supporting them in processing trauma, managing stress, and building resilience in the face of unique challenges. Her counseling approach is holistic and systems-oriented: she considers not only each person's inner experience but also the relationships, environments, and histories that shape them. Janell works to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their emotions while also learning practical coping skills and emotional regulation strategies. At a client's request, she can integrate faith-based perspectives, weaving spiritual and emotional support in ways that respect and honor each person's unique beliefs. Clients describe Janell as warm, approachable, and steady — a presence that fosters trust, safety, and genuine connection.
Outside of her clinical work, Janell enjoys watching dance videos, trying to keep her plants alive outside, finding humor in life's unpredictability, and sharing in a good ol'-fashioned potluck. These everyday joys reflect the same openness, curiosity, and balance she encourages in her clients.
Stephanie Brandt, LAC
Offering In-Person and Online Therapy
Special Training: EMDR, Play Therapy, Sand-Tray, DBT, CBT, Trauma-Informed
Stephanie Brandt is a Licensed Associate Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has worked in the mental health field since 2014, supporting children, adults, and seniors from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of diagnoses. Stephanie’s therapeutic approach is grounded in trauma-informed care and integrates evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and Sand-Tray Therapy. She is currently pursuing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and looks forward to offering EMDR therapy in the near future. Stephanie also incorporates a metaphysical perspective that honors the mind-body connection, integrating mindfulness practices to support holistic healing and emotional regulation.
She is deeply client-centered and brings extensive experience supporting individuals navigating behavioral challenges, parenting concerns, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma-related experiences, mood disorders, serious mental illness, and substance use concerns.
Stephanie is committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. She believes healing happens through connection, insight, and the strengthening of inner resilience, and she is honored to support clients on their path toward growth and meaningful change.
Gina McElroy - Office Manager
Gina is a retired school teacher and the owner of Gina’s Yoga Fitness, where she focuses on health and wellness. She serves as the Office Manager for Connections Counseling and Consulting, providing behind-the-scenes support with client accounts, insurance coordination, and administrative operations.
Gina’s attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to service help ensure smooth daily operations and a positive experience for both clients and clinicians.