Mental health matters.
At Stepping Stones Counseling Center, we seek to educate, support, and inspire individuals and families to reach their highest potential. We desire to walk alongside our clients through the steps of healing, growth, and change. We believe every individual deserves access to counseling support.
Our approach
We are a counseling center focused on providing high-quality mental healthcare to individuals across Northwest Indiana. Our team consists of a diverse group of clinicians who are trained in various modalities to provide individualized treatment to our clients. We currently offer office-based, telehealth, and select school-based counseling options.
Why Stepping Stones?
Providing you with a safe space to relax
Whether your sessions take place in office or through telehealth, we prioritize safety, comfort, and support.
In-person and remote options
Our office is conveniently located in Crown Point, IN. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – we’ve got you covered with teletherapy.
Meet our team
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Faith Hayes, MA, MOL, LMHC
Owner/CEO
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Tara Buck, MBA
Billing Specialist
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Jackie Minkalis, MS Ed, NCC, LMHC
Clinical Supervisor
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Carrie Mason, LCSW
Therapist
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Jaquise Whitehead, MSW
Therapist
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Jeremy Wirtz, MS
Therapist
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Maria Reyes, MA
Therapist
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Natalie Lukich, LMHC
Therapist
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Sarah Pancini, LSW
Therapist
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Sarah Strebbing, MSW
Therapist
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Stephanie Sons, MSW
Therapist
