Audrey Beard, LMHC, is a compassionate and experienced therapist serving adults across Indiana. Audrey holds a Master’s degree in Counseling and Counseling Education, as well as a Specialist in Education degree from Indiana University. She is an EMDR-certified therapist, recognized by the EMDR International Association (https://www.emdria.org/). She specializes in trauma recovery, adoption issues, substance use … Read more
Dave Buck is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who provides individual, couples, and family therapy for adolescents and adults. His work is grounded in existential psychotherapy, helping clients explore identity, meaning, and direction in their lives while navigating periods of uncertainty, transition, and emotional difficulty. Dave integrates narrative-based psychodynamic work with cognitive-behavioral interventions to support … Read more
As a dedicated mental health counselor, Ms. Lexie Carlson-Wheat brings a unique blend of talk and art therapy to her clinical work. She has a passion for holistic healing and creative expression. , Lexie obtained her MA in Art Therapy from Indiana University Indianapolis. Her BA in Psychology is from Indiana University Bloomington. Lexie Carlson … Read more
Ms. Kelli Deckard, LCSW offers a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth approach to therapy. She believes that you are the expert on your own life and that healing happens best in a space where you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Ms. Deckard works collaboratively with clients to help them better understand themselves, process difficult experiences, and … Read more
Ms. Sarah Gearing holds a Bachelor of Arts from University of Evansville, with majors in both Spanish and International Studies. She received her master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. Ms. Sarah Gearing takes an integrative approach to therapy based on each client’s individual needs and goals. She incorporates EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT skills, … Read more
Ms. Naomi Koeplin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a licensed educator, and a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS). She has master’s degree from Indiana University’s School of Social Work. She also holds a Master of Education in elementary education and early childhood development from Northern Arizona University. Her undergraduate degree is in English Education … Read more
Dr. Linda Kranitz is a psychologist who earned her masters and doctoral degrees at Rutgers University. Prior to joining Spencer Psychology, she spent nearly 20 years working for the Veterans Health Administration, first in central Connecticut and more recently, for more than a decade in Bloomington. There, she worked with veterans who had a wide … Read more
Ms. Margaret (Meg) Lewis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist. She earned a Master’s of Science degree in Art Therapy from Nazareth College of Rochester and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in Painting from Ohio Northern University. Ms. Lewis is our lead therapist for … Read more
Ms. Emily Purk is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Indiana University and also has a master’s degree in social work from Indiana University-Indianapolis. Her therapy approach includes client-centered, solution-focused interventions. She is passionate about creating a safe space for others to process trauma, overcome adversity, … Read more
Supervisor Leslie Ruiz, LCSW, PMH-C, delivers expert behavioral health care with a focus on perinatal mental health and trauma-informed therapy. She earned her master’s degree in social work from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and her bachelor’s degree in social work from Indiana University. Leslie works with adolescents and adults, helping clients heal from trauma, … Read more