Welcome to Better Days Mental Health

Dr. Bryan Hall, has been counseling children and adults since 2006, working in both private practice and psychiatric hospital settings. Bryan views therapy as a process of personal growth and empowerment, requiring individuals to make meaningful and sometimes difficult changes in their behavior and ways of thinking and relating with themselves and others. Bryan’s goal as a therapist is to ensure that clients feel heard, comfortable being honest, and have a sense renewed hope by the time each session is over. Outside of the office, Bryan is married and a father to three sons. He enjoys hiking, bike rides, and is an avid rock ‘n’ roll fan.

Torri is a compassionate therapist who uses creativity and passion in every approach she uses. She enjoys working with children and adults to help them overcome the challenges they experience in life. As a therapist, she is warm, empathetic, and flexible. Her goal is to help clients build a sense of happiness, empowerment, and resilience to face life’s challenges. Torri’s focus is to make sure the client feels safe and comfortable. She wants anyone she meets to feel heard, validated, acknowledged, and valued. Torri would consider her therapist approach to be Person-Centered. She believes each person is unique and acknowledges one’s needs will vary based on the individual. With this in mind, she is flexible and adaptive to support her client. She also likes using Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivation Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Torri is open to utilizing new approaches dependent on the client’s needs. Torri enjoys spending time with her three dogs. She enjoys reading, traveling, playing a game of pool, and learning new things.

Timmicia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s Degree from Capella University. Timmicia is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate through life’s challenges. She is a firm believer in the power of a therapeutic relationship and not having to “go it alone”, but that creating lasting change takes work-in and outside of the therapy room.

Her experience includes working with a wide range of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy and infidelity trauma, attachment injuries, foster care and adoption transitions, neurodivergence, complex family system, coparenting, grief, self-identity, and life transitions. Her special interest is working with couples and families who are motivated to create more fulfilling lives.

Timmicia’s approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and person-centered. She places a high value in empowerment and empathy, while at times also challenging your inner dialogue. Her modalities are tailored to each individual need with influences from Narrative therapy, Gottman, SFT, CBT, TF-CBT, and Structural family. She is passionate about helping clients develop skills and tools to improve their relationship with themselves and others. Together, you can work towards creating lasting and positive change and achieving your personal goals.

Melissa obtained her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with specializations in both Couples, Marriage, and Family Counseling, as well as Addictions Counseling in 2023 from Walden University. Melissa is a temporary licensed Mental Health Therapist. She has worked in both non-profit mental health centers and private practice.

As a therapist, Melissa values creating a non-judgmental space for her clients to improve their thoughts and behaviors to cultivate a better understanding of their needs, their feelings, and overall goals for the life they want to live. Melissa enjoys working with individual adults and couples, utilizing a variety of therapy modalities and approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy are a few of the theoretical approaches she likes, however the foundation of her practice is in honoring the inherent knowledge and experiences of her clients to help them find answers they are seeking within themselves. Melissa’s area of focus includes anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, grief and divorce.

Outside of the office, Melissa enjoys reading, going on walks, and playing cribbage.

Jaden is a temporary Licensed Mental Health Counselor (t-LMHC) that recently graduated from the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master’s Program at University of Northern Iowa. He has 1 year of clinical counseling experience and 7 years experience working with individuals with disabilities as a community assistant for Full Circle Services. Jaden is eager to build a caseload and begin his career helping individuals with the various stressors of life. Jaden has experience working with individuals with disabilities, anxiety, depression, trauma, and serious mental illness. He views therapy as a way for people to have the safe space, listening ear, and support that is needed while learning new skills to cope with life’s difficult times.

Jaden strives to make his clients feel understood and heard when navigating life transitions, stressors, and daily life. He feels that therapy is not just about the negatives that we are dealing with and therefore finds it important to give the space to celebrate the good things going on in life and celebrate them accordingly. Jaden uses approaches from various modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, etc. and is very excited to work with clients on their strengths and joining them on their journey of improved wellness.

Outside of work Jaden loves to spend time with his family, play video games, watches many sports, going to farmer’s markets, visiting museums, and travels around trying new foods.

Emilie is a licensed mental health therapist with a Master’s degree from Capella University in Mental Health Counseling. Her previous studies include psychology with focus analyzing behaviors. She has experience working with children as young as age 3, teens and adolescents, having worked in middle school and high school settings, and most recently in the clinical setting with teens and adults.

Emilie’s approach to therapy includes using techniques involving Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and a Person-Centered Approach. Emilie likes to focus on helping her clients learn to identify and change their thoughts to feel better emotionally and address the behaviors affecting moods. She challenges her clients to identify and work towards goals and consistently encourages small steps and continued growth. Emilie feels the relationship between a client and their therapist is one of the most important aspects of successful therapy and focuses on building a strong and supportive relationship with her clients.

Emilie is an upbeat, positive, and encouraging therapist with a great sense of humor that likes to incorporate her personality into her therapy to help make her clients feel comfortable and confident.

Emilie specializes in the treatment of issues with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting/child development, ADHD, and military/veterans.

Dar is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (MSW, LISW) who graduated from the University of North Dakota. Dar has over 30 years experience working in social services, with 10+ years providing psychotherapy. They have experience working with adolescents, and adults struggling with serious mental illness, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma. They are experienced in treating mood disorders, complex relational issues, coping with chronic medical diagnosis’ such as HIV, and concerns specific to the LGBTQ+ community. They pull from a variety of treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Change Theory, Psychoanalytic Therapy, and Family Systems Theory (“parts work”). Dar is very excited about working with client strengths and walking along side them on their journey to wellness.

Outside of work Dar enjoys time with family (human and fur babies) & friends, watching spectator sports, bird watching, and adult coloring.

Ben is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist. He received his Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and has been a certified alcohol/drug counselor for the past 12 years.

Ben likes to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people accurately perceive life situations and improve their self-perception. These are the building blocks that lead to quality relational fulfillment, emotional health and stability. Improved perceptions can lead to transformed individuals. Ben loves to work closely with clients to help them cast a vision for a purposed, fulfilled and contented self. Depression, Anxiety, Shame, Substance Usage, Couples/Marriage and lack of purpose are areas of experience.

Ben was able to purchase his old elementary school where he and his wife Christina live, pastor Alive Church, house the town food pantry and where she is busy at her salon/spa. They both believe that life can be an exciting adventure with enriched relationships. While not in their offices they can be found reading, working on home projects, traveling and hiking to water falls.

Amanda is a licensed Mental Health Therapist. She has spent several years in non-profit mental health, crisis center/hospitals and juvenile/adult court services along with private practice settings. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults and families utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Treatment modalities, solution focused strength-based approaches, mindfulness, and real-life experience. She caters her approach to each client’s individual therapeutic needs promoting healing, resilience, acceptance and growth. She has expertise in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, women’s issues, schizophrenia, grief and trauma. She specializes in co-occurring disorders, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Outside of the office Amanda can be found baking sweet treats, spending quality time with her children, camping, taking the dog for a walk, and enjoying the outdoors.

Samantha is a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in trauma informed care. She loves to work with young adults and is passionate about helping people heal from trauma. As a client, you can expect Samantha to encourage you to be authentically yourself. She will guide you to fully embrace your emotions as she helps you build a strong mind-body connection using body based approaches. Samantha is LGBTQIA+ friendly. When she is not at work, Samantha enjoys spending time with her family and her cat, going to renaissance faires, doing yoga, and reading fanfictions.

As a Licensed Master Social Worker, Nichole is committed to empowering youth and their families who face difficulties related to trauma, anxiety, attachment, adoption, and life transitions.

Nichole has a deep respect for parents and caregivers who are searching for answers for their child and are willing to give therapy a try. Using a judgment-free and client-centered approach, Nichole meets children and families where they are, appreciating their strengths along with their struggles.

Nichole believes that play is the natural form of expression for young children and is currently pursuing her certification in Play Therapy under the supervision of a Registered Play Therapist. Utilizing Child-Centered Play Therapy, Nichole provides a warm, accepting relationship and a unique, judgment-free environment where children can safely explore their experiences, behaviors, growth, and developing identity through play and the use of toys.

In her free time, Nichole enjoys spending time with her family, exploring nature, running, and gardening.

Jordan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor – temp. She received her master’s degree from Northwestern University in December of 2022. Jordan specializes in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, and finds passion in working with perinatal issues and the LGBTQIA+ community. Jordan’s approach entails an assortment of modalities, catered to each individual client, and is typically centered around psychodynamic, person-centered, and behavioral based theories. She values the uniqueness of the individual and works to create a genuine, accepting and comfortable space for clients to express in. She is here to work with you to address barriers and foster a better understanding of the self. Outside of work, Jordan enjoys spending time with her husband and dog and can often be found exploring state parks and local antique shops.

Gryphan is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received his Master’s Degree from the University of Iowa. Gryphan uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach with his clients, and has previously worked in community mental health with a specialty in treating PTSD and complex trauma. He is also experienced in treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and issues specific to the LGBTQ+ community. Gryphan works with individuals, couples, families, and groups. He uses a variety of treatment modalities, including EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Trauma Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, and expressive art interventions. Gryphan is also an accomplished artist, having participated in a variety of art shows and festivals, and has a service dog named Sebastian, a purebred yellow Labrador Retriever.

Ellie is a temporary licensed mental health counselor (tLMHC). She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults through various life struggles. This includes, but is not limited to, anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, school and work hardships, and relationship issues. Ellie takes a client-centered approach to therapy and welcomes open and honest conversation in the therapeutic setting. Her goal as a therapist is to help you reach your full potential by fostering positive change. Asking for help can feel overwhelming, but being able to recognize that help may benefit you or someone you love is nothing to be ashamed of. Ellie is here to provide a warm, safe, and compassionate environment for you to openly share and express the hardships life brings as well as celebrate the victories with you. In her free time, Ellie enjoys creating memories with her family and friends, reading, listening to live music, and spending time outdoors.

Eli Trumpy, LISW, LCSW has been working with individuals, couples, and families since 2009. Eli’s approach is to trust that people come to therapy as experts in their own lives; the therapist’s role is to provide validation and tools for the work they are already doing. Eli enjoys working collaboratively with clients to figure out where their pain started, what is sustaining it, and how to heal from it. Eli uses a relational and collaborative therapeutic approach with a client-centered trauma informed framework. Eli specializes in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, chronic illness, and relationship difficulties with has a special interest in providing support for members of the LGBTQIA community. In free time, Eli reads, watches sci-fi and comic shows/movies, and goes for walks…specifically if those walks are through a farmer’s market or by a lake.

Amanda is a Licensed Master Social Worker. Although she works with individuals of all ages, her passion is working with youth that struggle with their mental health as well as with the caretakers of youth with mental health challenges. Amanda utilizes person-centered and evidenced-based techniques to support her clients toward growth and change. She honors an individual’s unique lived experience and meets clients where they are at. Amanda maintains a mentality free of judgement and works with her clients to join them on their journey of improving their mental health. In her free time, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family and friends, dancing, and engaging in community activities.

My name is Jeannie Hamilton. I am a licensed independent social worker. I approach therapy knowing that we all possess amazing abilities and with some guidance we can achieve personal growth that allows increased joy and ease in living. I have a person-centered focus starting where you are on your journey of healing and growth. My focus areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT informed therapy, solution-focused therapy, and person-centered therapy. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, being with family, and working on DIY projects.