I went to school to learn how to be the “perfect” parent. I double-mastered in early childhood education and family psychotherapy. I spent 8 years studying and working in the most diverse and varied socio-economic part of the country. I worked in classrooms and became a licensed therapist. I dedicated the first decade of my career providing therapeutic and educational support in the community.

I taught 5th grade at St Joan of Arc for four years and then as a 3rd grade teacher and elementary Math specialist for five years at The Orchard School. Upon the birth of our middle of three children, Paige, I was thrust into a new world of medical needs, therapies, advocating, and a desire to learn more about health and wellness. Paige was born with Down syndrome. I believe in her wholeheartedly, just as I did my students when I was teaching. With the right supports in place, any child, any person can be successful. I am happy to be a part of Mini Minds working to serve families in finding supports to aid in their growth.

Shelbi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor + Certified Art Therapist and she services our McCordsville location. She enjoys working with Ages 8-18 who are experiencing challenges in school and at home, especially pre-teens/teens struggling with regulating their emotions, whether its feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, low self-esteem, difficulty processing divorce/adoption, or stress and overwhelming pressure they aren’t the version of themselves they wish to be. She primarily relies on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, and other strength-based approaches.