Victoria Magruder, MSW, LCSW
Title: Director & Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL and Telehealth
Payment: Private Pay, BCBS, Cigna
Hello! I’m thrilled you are looking for a therapist for yourself or a loved one. Therapy is a safe place to process difficult life transitions, improve coping skills for healthy self care, and be a non-judgemental space to unload those bottled up thoughts and feelings. I believe in the therapeutic process of advocating for my clients but also teaching my clients to become their own advocate. I enjoy incorporating manipulatives, stories, and activities into my therapy sessions for children to express themselves and practice healthy coping skills. I find it most rewarding when a child can reflect on their social emotional progress and are proud of the skills they have gained.
I received my Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois Champaign- Urbana in 2019 and achieved my LCSW in 2022. Since 2018, I have been working in public schools with children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade with disabilities, anxiety, depression, poor social skills, self-esteem, and trauma. Currently, I prefer working with children and adolescents in person at our Edwardsville office.
Breauna Kaluza, MSW, LCSW
Title: Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL and Telehealth
Payment: Private Pay, BCBS, Cigna
Hi there! My name is Breauna Hurd, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been in the clinical field for almost 3 years. I absolutely love that I can make a difference in people's lives by simply providing a safe space for clients. It is my goal to support, listen, advocate, and help you work through tough situations life can bring.
I obtain a master's degree in social work and a clinical license. I have experience in treating substance use, anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. I offer in-person services along with telehealth.
It is not always easy reaching out for guidance, and I assure you that this is the next best step to feeling and being the best version of yourself. It is my goal to make sure you have the support and resources to be your best self!
“Out of the mountain of despair, A stone of hope.” - Martin Luther King, Jr.
Brooke Ridenbark, MSW, LSW
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Title: Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL and Telehealth
Payment: Private pay, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna.
Hello, I’m Brooke! I'm glad you are here. I’ve always had a passion for helping others and my journey began as a medical assistant working in various settings. Since then, my passion grew for advocating and empowering individuals to help them be the best version of themselves. I graduated with my Master’s degree in Social Work from SIUE in 2022. I am currently a Licensed Social Worker and I am working toward my LCSW! It is my goal to make sure all clients have a safe and supportive environment when sharing their experiences, goals, and challenges.
I am experienced using evidence based techniques in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I have experience working with substance use, strengthening families, anxiety, life stressors, behavior changes, self- esteem, life changes, depression, stress, and trauma. I offer in-person services and telehealth.
Jennifer Beechler, LPC
Title: Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Insurance: Private Pay, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Health Care
Opening yourself up to someone new takes trust and courage. Using a warm and encouraging approach, I walk with you through your experience, providing support and guidance. We will work together to explore different methods to help you navigate through life’s difficult circumstances. My goal is to help you create a foundation that helps you feel rooted in your skills, creating awareness, acceptance, and the resilience to face your struggles and regain balance in your life.
As a therapist utilizing an integrative approach, I aim to provide you with a personalized therapeutic experience that addresses your unique needs and challenges. We will leverage the strengths of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to foster healing and personal growth.
My experience is varied and consists of over 15 years of experience serving children, adults and families in a variety of settings: providing assessment, crisis services, case management, managing quality improvement in a behavioral health setting, and individual therapy services.
Melia Adams
Title: Therapist
Location: Jerseyville, Edwardsville, and telehealth.
Payment: Private Pay, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and United Health Care
Hello! I offer counseling and music therapy services for individuals and groups who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, grief, self-esteem, trauma, spiritual issues, and various life transitions. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and expressive arts interventions.
I believe in addressing the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and creative aspects of the whole individual. It is my goal to encourage and help you discover the strengths that you already possess to manage difficult emotions. Collaboration is a huge part of each therapy session because you are the true expert of your life!
I completed my undergraduate degree at Belmont University in August of 2020. I became a Board-Certified Music Therapist in the fall of 2020. In May of 2023, I graduated with my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grace College. Now, I am currently pursuing licensure as an LPC.
I currently offer telehealth services, in-person sessions at our Edwardsville office, as well as various groups at our Jerseyville office.