We believe people thrive when they’re empowered to be brave.
Meet the Brave Soul Team
Our team of vetted, professional therapists has been carefully curated to ensure your experience is safe, supportive, enriching, and empowering.

Jill M. Ellingson, MA, LMFT
Owner & Clinical Director
One of the greatest human needs is to be fully understood by another human being. I will do my best to meet you in this place of understanding by listening, asking questions and developing a comfortable place where you can be heard and understood.
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Ingrid Tucci, LPCC
Ingrid approaches therapy from a psychodynamic perspective with an emphasis on how early trauma and attachments impact the development of our mind and body.
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Jamie Dahlberg, MA, LMFT
If you’re in search of an encouraging, welcoming, and comforting space to help guide you through the challenges life brings, I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
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Nikki DiVirgilio, MSW, LICSW
Hello. First and foremost, I believe the journey toward healing and transformation are the most important and brave steps we can take in life.
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Amanda Redepenning, MA, LMFT
Studies have shown that the aspect of therapy that has the power to affect the most successful outcomes for clients is the quality of the relationship that the client has with the therapist.
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Kristen Brechler, MA, LMFT, MDIV
My priority is to build a safe, caring, validating space where you can be known and understood.
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Izzy Barr, MA, Mental Health Practitioner
As a person and therapist, I believe in the power of listening. Because there have been times in my life I’ve not felt heard, I understand the impact that can have on a person.
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Sarah Gavin, MSW, LGSW
My passion lies in fostering connections and advocating for individuals as a pathway to success.
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Anastazia Acker, MS, Mental Health Practitioner
Navigating life’s challenges on your own can sometimes be overwhelming and heavy. I believe therapy is a meaningful step toward understanding yourself and finding balance in life.
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Lianna Cotant, Mental Health Practitioner
Hi, I’m a Marriage and Family Therapy graduate student currently completing my practicum. I work with individuals, couples, and families, and I approach therapy with a deep belief that healing happens in relationships, whether that’s with others, with ourselves, or within community.
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Pam Sutton, Mental Health Practitioner
Sometimes life can feel heavy and overwhelming. Having a space to bring the messy, complicated parts of our story, and to know we’ll be seen and heard, can make all the difference. I’m here to walk alongside you as you find your way through.
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Michael J. Smith, BS Pharmacy, MA, LADC
My approach when working with patients is to meet them where they are, not where I want them to be.
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Debi Larson, Certified Professional & Relationship Coach
Trusting someone during life’s challenges isn’t easy, and taking the first step by seeking guidance is incredibly brave. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, acknowledged, and most importantly inspired.
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Ali Schroeder, Administrative Assistant
I am a hard working assistant with the dream of furthering my education and getting deeper into this line of work.
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