Our number one goal is to help you find the service that is right for you.

 Kim Workman 

Office Manager

Helping people from all walks of life is what I believe my purpose is in the world. Social Work provides me the opportunity to support hurting communities and to aid in mental health. As a counselor, I have the privilege to help individuals heal, grow, and learn. It is my mission to be a part of radical change with radical people. Inspire Counseling & Support Center gives me the opportunity to witness it firsthand.

Ashaunte Portis

Administrative Assistant

Through personal experience, Inspire Counseling has allowed me to give back to the community in the way that it has poured into me. I firsthand understand the importance of therapy and so it is my privilege to assist others in the process of starting their own life-changing journey. I am passionately eager to help clients begin counseling because without the surrounding support system in my own life, I would not have become the success story that I now am in this present time. My past no longer defines me, and I am looking forward to all that the future has in store to further my accomplishments.

Tank McFall

Therapy Dog – In Training

Tank is a 2-year-old English Springer Spaniel who is in training to become a therapy dog with his handler, Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC. Tank has previously attended training at Camp Bow-Wow, passing his first two training courses on his way to his certification as a Canine Good Citizen. He currently attends weekly training at Sit Means Sit as he continues to hone his skills in preparation of therapy dog certification. 

Just like many people, Tank struggles at times. Tank was rehomed with Melissa after his original owners, who got him from a breeder, were unable to keep him due to their older dogs not liking Tank. Tank will sometimes bark when he gets startled, and it can take him a moment to warm up to others.  Once he gets to know you, he might still give a bark or two to let others know you have arrived in the office but will quickly start to greet you in hopes for some attention.

He enjoys spending his days at the office where he gets to meet and be loved on by many different people. He enjoys the multiple treats throughout the day as well. When away from the office, Tank loves spending time with his mama/handler, Melissa, and the rest of his at-home family. Tank also loves to run, jump, and play fetch, especially with his favorite ball. 

Lisa Riggs LCSW

Therapist

Lisa Riggs, LCSW, has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 20 years. With a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Ball State University and master’s degree in social work from Indiana University/Purdue University of Indianapolis, Lisa has gained a varied and unique perspective while working in community mental health centers, mobile crisis teams, community group homes and residential treatment centers. Lisa has provided services to youth through adults and from individuals to families. She has also facilitated group therapy for a wide array of populations including youth, adults, domestic violence offenders, child abuse and neglect victims and offenders, sexual offenders, and those struggling with mental health challenges such as anxiety, emotional dysregulation, self-harm, and depression. Lisa identifies that her specialties include working with adults who have experienced or are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or sexual issues. Lisa has worked for Inspire Counseling & Support Center for three years. Lisa is a loving partner and mother to two children who are on the autism spectrum.  In her time away from work, Lisa enjoys reading fantasy novels, watching television, gardening, and spending time with her family and friends. 

Kelly McEwen

Art Therapist

Kelly graduated from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College with a master’s degree in counseling with an emphasis on art therapy. She is an associate in mental health counseling and has worked in the mental health field for approximately three years. Prior to coming to work for Inspire Counseling & Support Center, Kelly worked as a residential therapist providing therapy to children and families while working in a residential treatment program for approximately one year. Kelly also has experience providing outpatient therapy in a private practice setting for approximately 8 months. Kelly predominately utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and art therapy in her approach to counseling. She works mostly with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Kelly offers counseling services provided both in person and via telehealth. When Kelly is not working, she likes to make art, figure skate, and play board games. 

 Maria Taylor

Therapist

Maria recently graduated with her master’s in social work in May of 2023. She has previously worked in case management for over 5 years and have always had a passion to help people. Maria believes it is essential to ensure each person’s unique story is known, seen, and heard. 

Maria helps children, adolescents, and adults learn to identify and express their feelings and develop coping strategies to deal with difficult situations. Using a person centered and solution focused approach, she provides individual and family therapy specializing in victim trauma, general mental health problems, substance abuse, and chronic behavioral health problems. Maria also has experience working with children and families struggling with a history of domestic violence and addiction and adolescents on aggression replacement, responsibility, and increasing self-esteem.

“Healing is an art. It takes time, it takes practice. It takes love.” – Maza Dohta

 Aubrey Rhodes

Art Therapist

Aubrey works with clients of a wide age range, including children, adolescents, and adults, seeking therapy services through the creative process of Art Therapy and traditional psychotherapy. She is currently under the supervision of Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC, as she works toward obtaining full licensure in mental health counseling and board certification as an art therapist. Aubrey completed her practicum and Internship I of her master’s program at Inspire in Fall 2022/Spring 2023.

Aubrey has experience working work clients who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, and individuals in hospital settings providing medical art therapy services. She is skilled in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Art Therapy.

Acknowledging the need for help and making the decision to reach out to start therapy can be scary and intimidating. Aubrey is an empathetic listener and strive to meet individuals she works with where they are in life. Aubrey works alongside her clients to ensure whatever their identified struggles are will be addressed in the work completed together.

Penny Burt

Therapist

Penny looks forward to helping each person discover how to be the best they can be, whatever or however each person defines as their best. She helps her clients work through a variety of issues in a way that is not judgmental and supports each person in meeting their own self-identified goals.

Penny specializes in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, work related issues, emotional dysregulation issues, self-esteem, and behavioral disorders. While her background is in Early Childhood Education, she also works with adolescents and adults. Penny is currently completing a play therapy certification and hopes to work toward becoming a play therapist in the future. She enjoys working with families and supporting parents in creating a supportive and healthy environment to help their children grow. 

Penny is currently under the supervision of Melissa McFall, LMHC, ATR-BC as she works toward obtaining full licensure in mental health counseling, While Art therapy is her primary approach, within it she utilizes a variety of techniques, such as psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral techniques, and motivational interviewing, to best serve each individual and their needs. She offers a safe environment for self-exploration through artmaking and talk therapy.

Gabby has worked with a variety of individuals who have struggled with substance use, confidence issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. She’d love to work and collaborate with you to best support you in any way that is needed.

Penny Burt

Art Therapy Intern

I have my BA in Psychology and an Art Therapy certificate from IUPUI. I am currently a graduate student at Herron and work part-time as a barista. I am excited to start my journey of art therapy at Inspire and learn to help people with their trauma through the process of artmaking. Exploring your creative side can contribute to your healing. In my free time, I like to create watercolor paintings and care for my plants and my cat, Karl.