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Meet Our Team
The Compass Center, Family Service Inc., and Move to Heal have a dedicated team of experts creating the region's first integrated healing agency. We provide expert, accessible care that meets people where they are, empowering individuals and communities to heal and grow stronger. Our comprehensive services include crisis response, advocacy support, counseling, healing arts programs, and community prevention initiatives - all under one roof to eliminate fragmentation in mental health care.
Anne RM
Anne provides strategic leadership for the region's first integrated healing agency, guiding the consolidation of three trusted organizations with 120+ years of combined expertise. Working closely with senior leadership and the board of directors, Anne oversees the creation of a seamless system of care that eliminates fragmentation in mental health services. Her expertise in organizational development ensures the unified agency maintains excellence in service delivery while expanding access to comprehensive, mental health care for individuals and communities.
anne@thecompasscenter.org
Benson L, MBA, MSW
Benson leads the clinical and advocacy teams in delivering comprehensive services under one roof, from crisis intervention to ongoing therapeutic support. With oversight of the integrated service model, Benson ensures continuity of care across all program areas while supporting staff through the organizational transformation. His leadership maintains the high standards of trauma-informed care that span crisis services, therapy services, healing arts programs, and community prevention initiatives, ensuring clients receive seamless, coordinated support throughout their healing journey.
benson@thecompasscenter.org
Sydney B, BS, TCTSY-F
Sydney leads fundraising initiatives and oversees all communications, managing donor relationships, marketing, and brand management. With a Bachelor of Science in Contemporary Media and Journalism from the University of South Dakota, she brings strategic communication and marketing expertise to advancing the organization's mission. As a certified Trauma Sensitive Trauma Center Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY-F), Sydney incorporates a holistic approach to well-being in her work and founded Move To Heal South Dakota, demonstrating her commitment to community action and innovative healing strategies.
sydney@thecompasscenter.org
Nicole O
Nicole joined The Compass Center in October 2017, bringing 11 years of valuable experience in administrative and operations roles from her corporate career. She applies her professional expertise to streamline and enhance the center's behind-the-scenes operations. Nicole's passion for mental health and artistic expression informs her approach to creating efficient systems that support the organization's mission and enable staff to provide comprehensive support to those in need.
nicole@thecompasscenter.org
Sara K, SWA
Sara provides comprehensive advocacy for children, teens, and adults affected by sexual, relational, and family trauma. Her expertise encompasses civil and criminal assistance and referrals, safety planning, community referrals, and assistance with protection orders. With her dedication and extensive knowledge, Sara ensures that individuals of all ages receive the support and resources they need to navigate challenging circumstances.
sara@thecompasscenter.org
Kelsey K, MA, LPC (SD, MN), LPC-MH, CCTP
Kelsey brings diverse therapeutic skills to her practice, providing individual therapy for teens and adults, as well as specialized interventions for younger clients and their families. Her expertise includes Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for children ages 3-12, Brainspotting techniques, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Kelsey maintains her commitment to evidence-based practices and comprehensive trauma-informed care while supporting a wide spectrum of mental health needs.
kelsey@thecompasscenter.org
Kelsey R, MS, LPC-Supervisee, NCC
Kelsey provides individual therapy services for adults, bringing specialized training in trauma and violence recovery to support clients on their healing journey. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from South Dakota State University and her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Illinois University. Kelsey's experience includes working as a substance abuse counselor at a residential treatment facility and completing her practicum and internship at Family Resources in Davenport, Iowa, where she provided services in the Survivor Services department to children and adults affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, trafficking, homicide, and other violent crimes. Her comprehensive background in trauma-informed care makes her well-equipped to support survivors through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
kelseyr@thecompasscenter.org
Shannon N, MS, LPC, RPT™, NCC, LPC-MH - Supervisee
Shannon earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from South Dakota State University (2019) and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in play therapy (2022). She gained valuable experience working directly with children and young adults in both individual and group therapy settings, and has a background working with early elementary-aged children of all abilities. Shannon joined The Compass Center as a therapy intern in early 2022, focusing on children ages 3-12, and continues to make a positive impact on young children and their families.
shannonn@thecompasscenter.org
Viena K
Viena is completing her training in youth therapy, working with children and families under supervision to develop her clinical skills and expertise.
vienak@thecompasscenter.org
Emily L, LICSW, TCTSY-F
Emily leads the training initiatives for Move To Heal South Dakota, bringing her expertise as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and certified Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator to develop and implement comprehensive training programs.
Mary P
Mary oversees the Healing Arts Program while serving as a HAP Facilitator, coordinating trauma-informed yoga and movement-based healing initiatives that serve individuals across South Dakota.
Lisa C
Lisa serves as a HAP Facilitator and choreographer for our Dance Collective, leading a vibrant group of 12+ local performing artists. Through her dual role, she bridges therapeutic movement practices with creative expression, expanding program reach and effectiveness throughout South Dakota communities.
Krysta M
Krysta facilitates our evidence-based 6-8 week youth empowerment program, using creative expression through Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive yoga (TCTSY), dance, music, and storytelling activities to help young people build coping skills and trusted relationships.
Maria DT
Maria facilitates our evidence-based 6-8 week youth empowerment program, using creative expression through Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive yoga (TCTSY), dance, music, and storytelling activities to help young people build coping skills and trusted relationships.
Cheyenne M
Cheyenne provides essential crisis response and navigation services, helping clients access the resources and support they need during critical moments.
cheyenne@thecompasscenter.org
Sage V
Sage provides essential crisis response and navigation services, helping clients access the resources and support they need during critical moments.
sage@thecompasscenter.org
Tessa W
Tessa provides essential crisis response and navigation services, helping clients access the resources and support they need during critical moments.
tessa@thecompasscenter.org
Vonda VW
Vonda ensures smooth daily operations with her exceptional organizational skills and warm demeanor, providing crucial support to the team and clients. Her dedication and efficiency are instrumental in helping the organization fulfill its mission.
vonda@thecompasscenter.org
Baylee VZ
Baylee supports the communications team with marketing initiatives and community outreach efforts as part of her professional development in the field as an Augustana MBA student.
baylee@thecompasscenter.org
Rape Crisis Advocacy Team
Our dedicated team of Rape Crisis Advocates provides confidential, 24/7 crisis response and support services to survivors of sexual violence throughout our community. These specially trained advocates offer immediate crisis intervention, emotional support, safety planning, accompaniment to medical and legal appointments, and connections to ongoing resources. Available around the clock through our crisis hotline, our advocacy team represents a critical component of our comprehensive trauma response services, ensuring that survivors never have to face their healing journey alone. 1-877-IN-CRISIS