Our Team

Jo Ann received a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler Graduate School,
and also holds a Juris Doctorate from Hamline University School of Law. Her empathy and
warmth help to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can process and heal. She
utilizes various therapeutic approaches, including Attachment-based and Adlerian theories,
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness strategies.

Norma brings such a wealth of experience to her work with clients, which in large part, is due to the wisdom of her nearly two decades in the counseling field and her travels throughout life. As a professional in many states, Norma has worked in child welfare and foster care while in PA and in the mental health system while in Illinois. Additionally, she provided case management and counseling services to female teens, adult women and families who were experiencing a crises pregnancy at a Christian agency in Chicago.

Ashley’s academic achievements include a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Kentucky University and a master’s degree in social work from Indiana University. During her time in school, she focused her career specialization in developmental transitions of the early years of childhood by teaching preschool. Ashley also spent four years in home-based family support in a child abuse prevention program, encouraging new mothers and assisting them in forming positive and lasting bonds with their new babies.

Alishia was born and raised in Central Indiana, where she is currently working toward a Doctorate of Psychology degree in the Clinical Psychology program at the University of Indianapolis. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Purdue University, as well as a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University.

Melissa is well known for her humor and use of metaphors, bringing a fresh and relaxed approach to her down-to-earth work with kids. Melissa received her Master’s Degree from Indiana University School of Social Work. She has broad experience in working with children, individuals, and families. She has expertise with children/adolescents that are dealing with social skills deficits, chemical dependency issues, ADHD, behavioral problems, and emotion regulation difficulties. Melissa also works with parents to positively impact the family dynamics.

Mindy has a passion for helping people live a better life. She teaches clients the tools to create solutions, discover resiliency, and find peace in their everyday lives. Mindy solely provides telehealth therapy and works with individuals (16+) who are affected by chronic mental illness (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder); traumatic experiences (childhood abuse, car accidents, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), assaults, bereavement, survivors of suicide loss, breast cancer survivors); and addiction issues (substance and alcohol abuse, recovery issues).

Addi received a Bachelor’s degree in Marriage and Family Studies from Brigham Young University-Idaho and a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. She enthusiastically engages in work with children, adults, couples, and families, understanding how our close relationships are linked to our happiness and overall wellbeing.

Joshua has long had a passion and love for psychology since high school, with a desire to guide others to overcome personal challenges by setting personal goals and boundaries. He has been with Kenosis since his undergrad days, and after gaining more valuable clinical experience, he formally joined the practice as an associate following his graduate study.

Dr. McGinley has worked in the field of psychology since 2000 and has evaluated hundreds of individuals throughout the Midwest. Dr. McGinley has received intensive training in the assessment and diagnosis of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities through the Riley Child Development Center including Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities, and Learning Disorders. Her practical experiences have included psychological testing in schools, community mental health centers, and prison settings.

Clients quickly discover Dan’s casual, comfortable presence in therapy. He passionately embraces a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Dan intends to create a safe and supportive relationship above all else with lots of room for humor. Dan welcomes his clients to share hopes, dreams, and life stressors with special consideration of meaning and purpose in life. Dan emphasizes hope and healing within a positive psychology framework while recognizing environmental, social, and cultural factors in overall health and well-being.

Kimberly Comer is a Florida state Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) and a National Certified Peer Specialist (NCPS). She is a Copeland Institute Certified Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) facilitator, a National Empowerment Center Emotional CPR (eCPR) facilitator in addition to being certified to teach and facilitate all of the peer and family signature classes and support groups developed by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Kimberly is the NAMI Florida Peer Leadership Council Representative, the Florida Recovery Advocacy Project state lead, a board member with the Florida Mental Health Advocacy Coalition, and a Mental Health Court Advocate in District 19 of Florida.

Bill Fanelli came on board at Kenosis to serve clients who are discerning a change in their careers but need help to move forward. This is a process involving

Aaron believes in optimizing the value that one creates in the world. He also believes that value creation is the core foundation of a ‘meaningful’ business. Through business development and marketing for small to medium sized businesses, Aaron’s mission is to insure that we all have the opportunity to do meaningful work.

Ellen has recently retired from over 3 decades as an elementary school counselor. Ellen has a plethora of experience with children and parenting. She loves to bring a realistic approach to restoring peace in the midst of changes (children, school, divorce, death, unrest, retirement, etc.) that interrupt the flow of life. She will pull from her vast experiences & training to help you regain your foothold on life once again.

Trish is an experienced, empathetic and supportive National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBHWC),Brain Health Researcher, and Registered Yoga Teacher. She received her Master’s in Health Psychology from USciences in Philadelphia and has a background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and evidence-based coaching skills.

Skyla Backus was born and raised in Greenwood, IN. She is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and minoring in Criminal Justice, with the goal of becoming a counselor for adolescents.

Carolyn Dowdell is from Montgomery, Alabama (hence the Southern accent you’ll hear over the phone!) She was a military spouse for 17 years, having lived in four states and a short stint in Cuba.

We’ve always known how therapeutically healing animals are, so Dakota was brought into our family with a primary purpose of being a member of the Kenosis staff. She is a Shih Tzu, born in Nov 2012. Oreo (Melissa's dog) inspired us to get Dakota from the same breeder. Oreo’s temperament was so laid back & pleasant, plus with Shih Tzu’s being hypoallergenic, it made our decision simple.