Meet Our Clinicians

Roxanne graduated with honors from Indiana University with her Master’s Degree in Social Work she has a specialty concentration in human development and family studies. Prior to obtaining her BA from Purdue University, Roxanne was a volunteer court appointed special advocate for the Lake County Juvenile Court. She is currently employed by Crown Counseling where she serves vulnerable and at-risk children and families in various capacities. She considers herself a life-long learner who continuously seeks new ways to help all her client’s find success. She finds fulfillment in discovering creative ways to break down barriers in her local communities and meeting the practical needs of people. Roxanne is passionate about volunteering to help members of her community. One of the more recent events Roxanne participated in was planning and facilitating a holiday event which provided over 400 youth and hundreds of foster and biological families with holiday aid. When not working, Roxanne enjoys spending time with her family which includes her husband of 13 years and her three children.

Sarah graduated from Indiana University Northwest with a Bachelor of Social Work. She is currently enrolled in the Master’s Social Work program at Indiana University Northwest. Sarah is experiencing working in group settings and expanding her areas of focus. Her goal is to help individuals and families through trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices.

Shannon completed the Marriage and Family Therapy master's program at Purdue University in 2017. She received her professional license in 2021. She has over 5,000 hours in the treatment room with children, couples, families and individuals. She utilizes Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy and a hope-based approach. She offers Christian-based and spiritual counseling services.

Shannon joined Crown Counseling in 2014 where she provides outpatient therapy to children adolescents and adults through individual couples/marital and family therapy. Her areas of specialty include depression anxiety anger management trauma domestic violence self-harm eating disorders behavioral disorders ADHD adolescent issues grief parenting adoption life transitions divorce and women issues. Ms. Swaney implements a client-centered, strength-based approach and utilizes various clinical techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Motivational Interview Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Play and Expressive Therapies.

Stephanie received her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Behavioral Health from Grace College. She studied at Indiana University Northwest and completed her master's degree in Social Work with a concentration in school therapy. Stephanie has worked with DCS and juvenile probation cases since 2011. She has been working in the schools as of 2021. She enjoys working with children and adolescents as well as families.

Teddy is currently enrolled in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Valparaiso University. He has 8 years of experience coaching middle school (Ages 10-14) and high school (Ages 14-18) cross country, 3 years of experience in University Residential Life (Ages 18+), and 3 years of corporate finance experience (ages 22+). Teddy is TEAM-CBT Level 1 certified. TEAM is an acronym for the four crucial ingredients of effective therapy known to improve treatment outcomes: Testing, Empathy, Agenda-Setting, and Methods. His areas of specialization include child, adolescent, early adulthood, and performance-based people (athletes, artists, musicians, etc.).

Theresa received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology through Purdue University Northwest. She is currently an MSEd LMHC candidate also at Purdue University Northwest. She is also pursuing art therapy certification. Her professional goal is to work with adolescents and young adults in both group and individual settings.

Tiffany is a Master's level therapist in-training through the social work program at Governors State University. Prior to social work, she has taught in the Crown Point Community School Corporation. Tiffany has a desire to work with children and adults with trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Tori graduated from Purdue University Northwest with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has experience working with all age groups, but enjoys working with adolescents and young adults most. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and EMDR. She is also willing to adjust therapeutic interventions to fit her clients needs.

Vanessa holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Stonehill College. She is trained in level one Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Vanessa is currently a masters level therapist in-training enrolled in the couples and family therapy program at Purdue University Northwest. She specializes in couples, families, and individuals. She utilizes solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and systemic family therapy.

Wen Dee takes a Client-Centered and Strengths-Based approach to therapeutic relationships. She works collaboratively with each client on treatment goals to achieve a healthy life balance. Wen Dee utilizes an eclectic approach, extracting points from various evidence based therapies including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Narrative therapy, Strengths-Based therapy, and Mindfulness. She believes in the power of vulnerability and will advocate for her clients to see themselves in a positive light by offering hope and guidance in addressing and resolving problems they are experiencing.