Meet Our Clinicians
Jennifer Kendall, MA LMFT, RPT-S Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Play Therapist, Supervisor and Owner
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist through the State of Minnesota and a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor. I received a Master of Arts degree from Argosy University in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am a MN State Supervisor for those seeking their LMFT licensure and for those seeking a Play Therapy Credential through APT. I have been working in the mental health field since 2011. I work with adults, teenagers, children from early childhood, and families. My approach is client centered and I use prescriptive approaches based on individual needs.
Specialized Training and Experience:
State of Minnesota LMFT Approved Supervisor
Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor
Level 2 IFS (Internal Family Systems) Training, in process of IFS certification
Sand Tray Therapy Advanced Training
National Certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Early Childhood, birth to five assessment
Prepare Enrich Couples Counseling
Animal Assisted Play Therapy, Level 1 training completed
Memberships
American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Minnesota Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (MAMFT)
Association for Play Therapy (APT)
Beth Prewett, PsyD, LPCC Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
I have worked in the mental health field in some capacity for 35+ years. I work with children from early childhood, teenagers, adults and families, using strength based, system, and client centered approach.
Specialized Training/Experience:
Supervisor for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) Licensure
EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing; HAP and EMDRIA Institute; Extensive Advance Training in EMDR with Children;
EMDR/Sand Tray Specialist Level 1
National Certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Training in Psychosexual Health Assessments and sexual boundary work
DC: 0-5 Assessments, Child Parent Psychotherapy; Attachment Behavioral Catchup; Certification in Family Therapy
Memberships:
State Advisory Council on Mental Health; EMDRIA;
American Psychological Association
American Counseling Association
Association for Experiential Education
International Association for Sand Tray Therapy
Kelsey Unger MS, LPCC, RPT Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Registered Play Therapist, Owner
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor as well as a board certified supervisor for LPCC’s. I have been working as a mental health clinician since 2011. I have been providing therapy and diagnostic assessments for children ages birth to 18, young adults, and families through a cognitive behavioral therapy and person centered focus.
Specialized Training/ Experience:
Registered Play Therapist credential, RPT
Birth to five assessments
Trauma focused CBT training
Board approved supervisor for those seeking LPCC licensure
Animal Assisted Play Therapy, Level 1 training completed and in consultation
Memberships:
American Counseling Association
Association of Counselor Education and Supervision
APT Association for Play Therapists
Jillaine Higgins MS, LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I hold a master’s degree in the Science of Marriage and Family Therapy. I am also a U. S. Air Force Veteran. I have been working in the mental health field since 2014. I work with kids ages 6 and up, adults, couples, and families. My approach is client centered using approaches based on the client’s individual needs.
Specialized Training/ Experience:
Play therapy training, in process of completing RPT (Registered Play Therapist) credential
Play therapy training including sand tray, CBT, and trauma informed care
Level 2 Internal Family Systems, IFS training
Memberships:
AAMFT, American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
APT Association for Play Therapists
Abigail Fesenmaier, MSW, LGSW Licensed Graduate Social Worker
Hi there! I’m Abigail, a Licensed Graduate Social Worker through the state of Minnesota. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The College of Saint Scholastica. Currently, I’m on my journey towards clinical licensure, engaging in intensive clinical supervision. My background includes experience in mental health within healthcare and education settings.
I’m passionate about adopting a client-centered and strengths-based approach to therapy. I’m excited to explore various therapeutic modalities and discover my niche in the therapy realm. I look forward to accompanying you on your journey towards personal growth and well-being.
Specialized Training/ Experience:
Play therapy training, in process of completing RPT (Registered Play Therapist) credential
Training in play therapy including trauma informed care and AutPlay
Hannah Wentland, MA Mental Health Professional
Hello, I graduated with my Masters in Counseling at the University of North Dakota and am working towards my licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in supervision. I utilize a person centered approach to counseling and focus on strengths. I am in the process of becoming a Registered Play Therapist and have been completing additional trainings and supervision. I also use Solution Focused and Experiential methods in my practice.
Specialized Training/ Experience:
Play therapy training, in process of completing RPT (Registered Play Therapist) credential
Play Therapy training including; trauma informed care. play therapy techniques and theory
Memberships:
American Counseling Association
** WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD TO OUR TEAM!! PRACTICUM STUDENTS AND PRELICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS ARE WELCOME TO APPLY! PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES TO jkendall@heartwoodcentermn.com to apply**
Contact us for more information at:
Phone: 218-263-1347
Fax: 218-263-3241
3709 1st Ave Hibbing, MN 55746
Emails:
jkendall@heartwoodcentermn.com
bprewett@heartwoodcentermn.com
kunger@heartwoodcentermn.com
jhiggins@heartwoodcentermn.com
abigailf@heartwoodcentermn.com
hwentland@heartwoodcentermn.com
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