Mindy was born and raised in rural Columbus and is the founder of Embark Counseling. She earned two degrees from the University of Nebraska Lincoln: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Masters in Child, Youth and Family Studies with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. She also obtained a Medical Family Therapy certification at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Medical Family Therapist (MedFT). She recently attended a Perinatal Mental Health Conference where her passion for working with clients during their pregnancy, pregnancy loss and postpartum period was fueled. She is currently working to obtain a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C). Outside of the therapy office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their children, enjoying the outdoors, trying a new recipe and helping out on the farm. She previously coached volleyball for eight years and is active with the sport.

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Mindy has provided therapy services for over 13 years. She has facilitated various education groups, including substance abuse, healthy relationships, parenting, anger management and men's and women's support groups; she has taught several education groups at District 5 Probation. As a therapist, Mindy enjoys empowering couples, individuals and families to become more successful by overcoming life challenges and stressors. For any individual striving for change in their life, Mindy can help guide the client through the process of change to seek the desired outcome and improved overall well-being.