Contact Us: 605-799-6182
Fax: 844-602-4652
Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm
Friday 9am-12pm
Our Team.
Emily Gislason
PhD, LPC-MH, RPT-S™, NCC, QMHP
Katelyn Tilstra
MS, LPC-MH, RPT™, NCC, QMHP
Vanessa Hoogendoorn
MA, LPC-MH, RPT™, QMHP
Danielle McCormick
MS, LMFT, RPT™, QMHP
Jacinda carlson
B.S. Master's Level Intern
Education and Credentials
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B.S. in Sociology and Human Development, South Dakota State University
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M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, South Dakota State University
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PhD in Developmental Psychology, Capella University
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Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (South Dakota)
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Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor
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Qualified Mental Health Professional
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Nationally Certified Counselor
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Certified Synergetic Play Therapist
Speciality Areas
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Trauma (physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect)
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Military families
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Anxiety
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Adjustment and Loss
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RPT Supervision
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Adjunct instructor for the play therapy program at South Dakota State University (go Jacks!) and Augustana University.
Pursuing
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Considering avenues for research in the field of child development.
VIA Strengths
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Honesty
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Love of Learning
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Humor
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Hope
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Wisdom
Fun Fact
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My dog, Oakley, is a Canine Good Citizen and joins me at work.
Education and Credentials
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B.A. in Psychology and Human Relations, University of Iowa
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M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, South Dakota State University
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Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (South Dakota)
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Registered Play Therapist
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Qualified Mental Health Professional
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Nationally Certified Counselor
Speciality Areas
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Anxiety
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Self-Esteem
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Grief
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Social Skills
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Depression
Pursuing
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Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor credential
VIA Strengths
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Hope
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Humor
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Kindness
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Gratitude
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Teamwork
Fun Fact
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I am also a dance instructor.
Education and Credentials
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B.A. in Psychology, Sociology and Criminal Justice, University of Sioux Falls
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M.A. in Counseling, Sioux Falls Seminary
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Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (South Dakota)
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Registered Play Therapist
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Qualified Mental Health Professional
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EMDR Consultant
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Certified Synergetic Play Therapist
Speciality Areas
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Adoption
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Foster Care
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EMDR
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Trauma
Pursuing
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Approved Supervisor status in South Dakota.
VIA Strengths
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Fairness
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Honesty
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Spirituality
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Prudence
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Teamwork
Fun Fact
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I am Vice Chair with the Foster Network board of directors.
Education and Credentials
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B.S. in Education and Human Science, South Dakota State University
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M.S. in Counseling and Human Resource Development, South Dakota State University
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
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Qualified Mental Health Professional
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Registered Play Therapist
Speciality Areas
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Low Self-Esteem
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EMDR
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Grief
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Trauma
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Peer/Friendship Challenges
Pursuing
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A big life transition coming soon!
VIA Strengths
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Love
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Honesty
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Fairness
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Spirituality
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Perseverance
Fun Fact
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I recently ran my first half marathon in Spearfish Canyon.
Education and Credentials
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B.S. in General Studies, Minor in Human Development & Family Sciences
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M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, South Dakota State University (Expected December 2026)
Speciality Areas
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School Readiness & Life Transitions
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Emotional Regulation
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Group Counseling
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Social Skills
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Self-Esteem
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Anxiety
Clinical Interest
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Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Autism
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Trauma & Attachment
Fun Fact
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Before pursuing counseling, I obtained my Child Development Associate (CDA) and worked as a preschool teacher!
Pursuing
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Registered Play Therapist (RPT) Credential
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling Licensure (LPC track)
VIA Strengths
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Love
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Humor
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Fairness
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Hope
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Judgement
Email Us:
Call Us:
605.799.6182
6209 E. Silver Maple Circle, Suite 102
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
