Meet Our Clinicians
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Highly-Qualified Clinicians
You will be glad to know that we have a variety of therapists equipped to treat different types of symptoms. Each of them specializes in their array of services. This variety helps us provide the best quality care to our clients. Get in touch
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Our Licensed Professional Counselor's Include
Linda Fritchey, M.Ed., LPC
Sean Wilson, PLPC - NAMA Certified Anger Management Specialist-II
Rebecca Williams, LPC, M.A.
Linda Fritchey is A Place For Grace's owner and operator. Linda's investment in Pulaski County has spanned 24 years of counseling services that are inclusive of faith and community. Linda's vision was to create a safe place for counseling that supports each and every person on their journey to a fulfilling life. Linda is a licensed professional counselor and a state approved supervisor. Linda's approach to therapy can embody spiritual wellness in addition to conducting traditional mental health counseling services.
Thomas Murphy, LPC
Mary Allen, M.S., N.C.C., LPC
Thom Murphy, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is Nationally Board Certified. Thom’s masters degree in counseling has assisted him in developing a clinical practice that empowers people to create abundant lives. Thom’s passion for therapy is attributed to God and is fundamental to his faith. Thom finds it powerful and fulfilling to see people and relationships heal.
Mary Allen, MS-LPC-NCC, is a licensed professional counselor trained in evidence-based treatment for mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders. Mary Allen’s work has created a lasting impact in both Phelps and Pulaski County. Mary’s primary goal uses evidence-based counseling to help individuals function at the highest level possible. With a Bachelors Of Science in Psychology degree from the University of Missouri and a Master's Of Science in Community Counseling Psychology degree from Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg Kansas, Mary has mastered her counseling skill.
Gregory Hessler, LPC
Greg Hessler, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with A Place For Grace. Greg has 20 years of experience that he uses eagerly to help individuals and couples resolve life difficulties. Greg believes that there are times in life when we make attempts to resolve problems and discover that we could use additional help; even professional help. Greg offers many different therapeutic methods to assist clients in meeting their own specified goals within his practice. He is especially pleased to work with people and families in the Fort Leonard Wood military community.
Rebecca Padgett, LPC, N.C.C., MSL
Rebecca Padgett, (LPC-NCC-MSL), is a master level therapist trained in evidence-based treatment using Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Integrative Treatment of Complex Trauma (ITCT), and Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI). Rebecca’s belief that every person deserves to live a life that captures true wellness while empowering joy, hope, and love drives her therapeutic work. Rebecca is licensed in both Missouri and Pennsylvania and is a Nationally Certified Counselor. Rebecca’s work and training in TF-CBT has allowed her to roster in the State of Missouri as a trauma therapist. Rebecca’s primary service demographics include children (ages 6 to 17) and adults. Types of services include marriage and family therapy, vicarious trauma services for mental health professionals, psychoeducation services as connected to wellness, trauma-informed parenting, trauma therapy for children and adults, and individual therapy. In addition to a Masters in Counseling, Rebecca holds a Masters in Science for Leadership from the School of Business at Grand Canyon University. Rebecca currently holds a chair for the Missouri Mental Health Counseling Association where she empowers the awareness of public policy and the impact it has on counselors across Missouri.
Sean Wilson, PLPC - NAMA Certified Anger Management Specialist-II
Sean A. Wilson is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) supervised by Rebecca Padgett, a Licensed Professional Counselor. He is a graduate of Webster University with a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling. He is currently a Doctoral Student pursuing his Education Specialty Degree (EDS) in Community Counseling, emphasizing Marriage and Family Therapy. Sean has worked with and helped clients who experienced symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and anger management with couples, teens, and individual adults. He desires to provide group therapy options also. He is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and the American Counseling Association (ACA). Sean is a compassionate professional who has attended and completed training supporting his evidence-based therapeutic approach. His training and certifications include TEAM-CBT – Level 1 – A Cognitive Behavior Approach to therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Completed Level 1 & 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and uses this evidence-based approach in couples counseling sessions, Facilitator for PREPARE and ENRICH – equipping marriage champions, couples, and families with evidence-based skills and insights to foster healthy relationships, QPR Instructor – Uses and trains people in an evidenced-based Suicide intervention program, Completed the Certified Anger Management Treatment Professionals Course – provides individual and group services in 6-8 sessions, Trained in Civil Mediation through the Saint Louis Conflict Resolution Center and Trained Telehealth Therapist.
Rebecca Williams, LPC, M.A.
Rebecca A. Williams, LPC is a licensed professional counselor trained in evidence-based treatment for mental health. Rebecca's goal as a therapist is to create a safe and encouraging environment to help clients who want assistance with life's struggles. Rebecca is passionate about providing healing, education, support, and evidence-based treatment to clients. She considers it an honor to work in the counseling field and finds her work rewarding. Rebecca's goals are to help you gain a better understanding about yourself, improve quality of life, behaviors, and mindset.
Student Therapists
Chloe Myers-Wentz
Chloe Myers-Wentz is our winter/spring 2024 student therapist. Chloe is currently supervised by Rebecca Padgett, a licensed professional counselor. Chloe has a Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and is working on her Masters in Counseling from Truman State University. Chloe has a background working in the social sciences and is ready to work with a variety of populations.
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