OUR THERAPISTS
Alexandra Madsen
LMHP
Alexandra ("Alex") holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health from Grace University. Using a holistic approach to counseling, believing that the mind, body and spirit work in unison, Alex specializes in the areas of grief, anxiety, depression, life-transitions, stress, self-esteem, and work enjoyment.
When Alex isn't busy helping others, she enjoy sunshine, beaches, traveling, and coffee. She loves her people and her pup, Bear. Alex finds great joy in learning about the lives of others.
Asked about Alex's approach to therapy, she states that, "I value cultivating a safe space for others to feel seen, heard, and known - I'm here to 'sit in the mud' with others as we journey together towards wholeness and a thriving life."
Ashley Dougherty
PLMHP
Ashley Dougherty is currently provisionally licensed by the state of Nebraska as a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP). Ashley's education includes an earned bachelorette degree in 2001 in Elementary Special Education from Dana College. Additionally, Ashley holds masters' degrees in Educational Curriculum and Instruction from Doane
College (2005), and Educational Administration from Wayne State College (2010). In 2019, Ashley received a masters degree in Clinical Counseling from Grace University in conjunction with Crown College.
Ashley served as an intern and provisionally licensed
counselor for two years at the Lydia House on Open Door Mission's campus, providing therapy to women and children who experienced homelessness, poverty, trauma, substance abuse, and other mental health issues. For the last three years Ashley has worked at Restore, Rebuild, Reconnect Counseling Center in Omaha.
Professionally, Ashley has 20 years of experience in the field of education as a special education case manager, classroom teacher, alternative school instructor, transition coordinator, coach, and administrator. From 2001-2012 Ashley worked at Blair Community Schools as a special education teacher and volleyball, track, basketball, and soccer coach. Since 2012 Ashley has worked as the Special Education Director
and Title IV Coordinator at Fort Calhoun Community Schools.
Ashley's experience has enabled her to build strong rapport with youth and their families in order to enable them to succeed both in and out of the classroom. She has extensive
experience working with individuals with various disabilities including autism, behavior disorders, intellectual disabilities, and learning disabilities.
Ashley believes counseling empowers individuals who are struggling through hurt, disappointment, and other life challenges to take control of the success in their own lives. She values building relationships and is truly passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
Kyle Mabus
LMHP, LPC, NCC
Kyle holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and is a board certified counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors. Kyle works with individuals, couples and groups of all ages in the areas of communication, anger management, depression and anxiety. Kyle utilizes methods and techniques focused on self awareness and personal strength management. His passion is collaborating with individuals and families for parenting, youth behavior, and communication development.
As a devoted Christian Husband and Father, Kyle integrates faith based insight in his personal and professional life. Kyle has been active in faith community leadership for more than two decades. He encourages others with support and prayer to find and utilize their individual, God given strengths.
In addition to counseling practice, Kyle motivates others through public speaking engagements. He frequently offers seminars and retreats sharing practical application of established methodologies related to life regulation. He has an extensive background in business as well as social sciences. This fusion of experience enhances his ability to present systems approaches of emotional management.
Sue Miller-Harsin
CMSW, LMHP
A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1983, Sue specializes in women's issues, post-abortion, addictions and spirituality. With her passion for rural Americans and her desire for people to find their purpose and live in joy, she will be leading the counseling team at the Upper Room. She has been in private practice for over 30 years in the Omaha area and is also is the owner of Unbridled Acres, an equine therapy program right here in Washington County.
She has an approach to therapy that is "cut to the chase" as life is short and time is valuable!
Sue is married to Darren with three grown sons and a growing herd of grandchildren. She has lived in the Blair area for nearly 30 years.