LCA’s Caring Professionals

Back Row: Shawn Anderson, RJ Wattenhofer, Jake Schultz and Drew Jaeger.

Middle Row: Jean Greseth, Chris Ross, Hyacinth Mosse, Kayla Branstrom, Kara Lawhorn, Loretta Bach, Suzann Ellenson, Stacy Leutgers, Thomas Richotte and Laura Hansen.

Front Row (Seated): Brook Ylimiemi, Tami Leigland, Kari Tomperi, Cheryl Baker, Ellie Anderson, Paula Ocampo, Da’Nel Chase, Jennifer Miller and Diane Cerven.

" You are all warm, welcoming and so very helpful! Thank you!! "

" The front desk staff had a positive attitude and was patient with me. "

" Greatly appreciate having the option of Christian Counseling and being able to filter issues through that lens! "

" I had a person to talk with about my problems and my problems are getting better. "

" When we come in for an appointment, the reception staff always has a friendly smile on her face. "

" The receptionist knew my name after the second visit...very friendly! "

" I found scheduling flexible to my needs. "

" I am so thankful I was directed here! "

" Very welcoming place. We love our therapist! "

" Talking with my therapist is helping, instead of holding it all in. "

" Good location, feels very professional and confidential! "

" My son and daughter are making steps toward our family goals! "

" Listens to both my child and me. Getting us through some very difficult times with care and compassion. "

" She's thinking through things with me instead of just giving directions. It shows that she cares. "

" My child's therapist is awesome! So helpful and relates well to the whole family. "

" I appreciate the text/phone reminders. "

" Friendly and helpful atmosphere. Feel at ease walking in. "

" The appointment times work well with my schedule. My children get along well with their therapists. "

" Easy to work with. Made me feel comfortable! "

" I like that the staff are flexible with scheduling. "

" I have a great therapist. I appreciate her assistance! "

" I love coming to LCA. Everybody is so friendly and make you feel so much better. "

" They were open to my opinion of which counselor I see. "

" I appreciated being treated normally, even though I was getting help with a difficult situation. "

" I'm so appreciative of my therapist's knowledge, skill and understanding. "

" My therapist was very, very kind and is an awesome problem solver. "

" The receptionist staff have been amazing. They are friendly and caring. You can tell they enjoy their job. "

" Location is great and the staff is excellent with customer service. Therapy is also professional and comfortable. "

" Our counselor wanted to meet our entire family to find out how to better help our son. She offered lots of suggestions and things to help us in the long term. "

" I love the comfortable feel in the office. "

" My therapist is a life saver! 🙂 "

" Everyone was very helpful. I'm glad I called to get help! "

" They gave me hope for the future. Life saving. "

" Therapy at LCA has helped my progress immensely! "

" The staff have good attitudes and open minds. "

" They matched me with the perfect therapist! "

" Meeting with my therapist has been making my life and relationships a lot less stressful. "

" Her thoughtfulness and her knowledge of helping people with depression is what I need to achieve my goals! "

" I always feel that my therapist is listening to what I have to say and helping me come up with practical ways to deal with things. "

" My counselor helps me out when I need it most. I can always count on them to say the right things, even when I don't want to hear it. "

" Easy to get to. Very friendly people willing to help. "

" It is a very comfortable atmosphere. Everyone is flexible and understanding! "

" My therapist understands my child's needs and listens. "

" All the staff were friendly and helpful. They answered all my questions. "

" My therapist is great! Of all the therapists we've had over the years, she understands our family and kids the best. Very helpful! "

" The staff members are always well informed and ready to help/answer questions. "

" My children's counselors are awesome. I've seen huge progress in both my kids. "

" They work with your schedule and do whatever they can to help you. "

" Easy to work with. You can tell they genuinely care about their clients. "

" My ARMHS staff is awesome! She has helped me make progress in many areas of my life. I have better relationships now. "

" Quick and easy to get an appointment. Friendly, helpful staff. "

" The front desk staff had a positive attitude and was patient with me. "

" You are all warm, welcoming and so very helpful! Thank you!! "

Meet Our Staff

Jean Greseth MSW, LICSW

Park Rapids

Jean’s areas of special interest are working with trauma survivors (both children and adults), women’s issues, adoption issues, infertility issues, treatment of anxiety, depression, serious and persistent mental illnesses and working with children and adolescents.

Da’Nel Chase, MS, LPCC, RPT

Park Rapids

Da’Nel is a licensed professional clinical counselor with 15 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She is certified with US Association for Play Therapy as a Registered Play Therapist (RPT).

Hannah Pederson, MS, LPCC

Menahga – Park Rapids

Hannah’s areas of specialty include treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, LGBTQ+ issues, family relationships and life transitions.

Ellie Anderson MSW, LICSW

Park Rapids

Ellie’s areas of special interest include working with trauma survivors, as well as treatment of anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, adjustment issues and parental support. Ellie also has specialized training in working with children, adolescents and adults who have experienced domestic and sexual violence.

Jessica Croatt Niemi MSSW LICSW IMH-E® (IV)

Bemidji

Jessica specializes in working with families with young children and parents. She is certified to provide Parent Child Interaction Therapy and Trauma-Informed Child Parent Psychotherapy, evidenced based practices for children and their caretakers. Jessica has a wealth of specialized skills in the field of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health.

Loretta Bach, LADC

Park Rapids

Loretta Bach is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) with over 30 years experience helping people at all levels of Substance Use Disorder treatment. Loretta is experienced in working with both adults and youth. She is currently available for adult or adolescent Chemical Use Assessments (CUA or “Rule 25 Assessments”).

Laura Kempnich, MSW, LICSW

Park Rapids

Laura’s passion is client-centered therapy focusing on strengths, with a special interest in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders and borderline personality disorders.

Hyacinth Mosse, MSW, LICSW

Menahga – Park Rapids

Hyacinth provides counseling in our Park Rapids and Menahga offices. She believes strongly in the mind/body/spirit connection.

Laura Kirlin, MSW LICSW

Park Rapids

Laura believes that therapy is most beneficial when it is client driven and based on a person’s strengths, goals, and motivations.

Vanessa Wananu, MSW, LICSW

Bemidji

Vanessa enjoys working with children, adults, couples and families and brings experience working with those from diverse backgrounds.

Drew Jaeger, MSW, LICSW

Bemidji

Drew assists clients by helping to build coping skills, regulate emotions, overcome communication difficulties, and aid in relational dissatisfaction.

Paula Ocampo MCMHC, LPC

Park Rapids

Paula provides culturally sensitive therapy in both Spanish and English, striving to meet people where they are in their healing journey.

Cynthia Rollo-Carlson, LICSW

Bemidji

Cynthia understands that the client is the expert of their life. She approaches therapy with a collaborative and holistic mindset.

Karen Hill, MS, LPCC

Bemidji

Karen Hill works with adolescents and adults in our Bemidji outpatient office.

Jaunita Marth, MS, LMFT

Menahga – Park Rapids

Jaunita specializes in working with couples, families, and individuals who desire emotional health, healing, and wholeness.

Sally Christensen, MA, LMFT

Bemidji

Sally helps people increase self-awareness, gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and increase personal strengths.

Dawn Huyge-Opsal, MS, LPCC

Bemidji

Dawn specializes in working with children (age 7 years and up), adolescents, college students, and adults on the autism spectrum as well as accompanying disorders related to ADHD, depression, anxiety, anger, and OCD.

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Contact

Park Rapids Office Phone:
218-366-9229

Bemidji Office Phone:
218-444-2233

Menahga Office Phone:
218-564-9229

LCA Fax Number (all offices):
218-237-2520

24-Hour Crisis Line:
800-422-0045

Hours

Park Rapids Office

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 to 5:00
  • Wednesday 8:00 to 7:00
  • Friday 8:00 to 1:00

Bemidji Office

  • Monday – Thursday 8:00 to 5:00
  • Friday 8:00 to 12:00
  • Other times available by appointment

Menahga Office

  • Open by appointment

LCA offices may be closed over the noon hour.

Locations

Park Rapids Office
515 Bridge Street Park Rapids, MN 56470

Bemidji Office
615 Anne Street Bemidji, MN 56601

Menahga Office
11 NW Main Street Menahga, MN 56464

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