Our Commitment to and Care
We envision a community where mental health services are accessible to all, empowering individuals and families to thrive. We are dedicated to transforming mental health care by fostering a compassionate, innovative, and inclusive environment for both our clients and our professionals. Founded on the belief that quality mental health care begins with nurturing those who provide it, our company is committed to supporting and developing exceptional healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact.
We provide a wide range of mental health services designed to meet the diverse needs of individuals and communities, with a particular focus on underserved areas like Fremont County and the Wind River Reservation. Our approach is client-centered, ensuring personalized care that respects the unique experiences and challenges of each person we serve. We believe that equitable access to mental health services is essential for building healthier, more resilient communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower and support individuals and communities through compassionate and innovative mental health care, fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and collaboration. We are committed to developing exceptional healthcare professionals, advocating for equitable access to services, and creating sustainable solutions that prioritize the well-being of our clients, staff, and community. By taking care of our people and cultivating a supportive environment, we strive to inspire positive change and make a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.
Our Experts
Get to Know Us
Melissa Kucera
MS, LPC
A Wyoming native, Melissa returned to Fremont County after earning her Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences. She now lives in the area with her family and brings a deep commitment to healing and community well-being through her work as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Melissa has practiced yoga and mindfulness for over 20 years, completing her 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher training in 2017. While she no longer teaches yoga classes, this foundation has profoundly influenced her therapeutic approach, integrating principles of self-awareness, mind-body connection, and holistic wellness into her clinical work.
Since completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Melissa has focused her career on trauma recovery, PTSD, and post-traumatic growth. Her therapeutic orientation is trauma-informed and grounded in psychophysiology, drawing from humanistic, relational, psychodynamic, and somatic modalities.
Melissa is trained in Brainspotting Therapy, a powerful and research-supported approach that facilitates healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. Psychology Today has recognized Brainspotting as an effective and versatile therapy, also shown to support performance enhancement and stress reduction.
Melissa takes time to understand each client’s unique goals, experiences, and needs. She tailors treatment using an integrative approach that empowers individuals to develop emotional resilience and lead more fulfilling, self-aware lives.
Chris Brauneis
Licensed Provisional Professional Counselor (PPC)
Chris is a Licensed Provisional Professional Counselor (PPC) in the state of Wyoming, currently working toward full licensure (LPC) following the completion of his Master’s degree in Counseling with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health in September 2023.
Before transitioning into mental health services, Chris dedicated his career to education—as both a middle school teacher and as a wilderness instructor and administrator with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). His diverse background brings a unique perspective to his clinical work, combining structure, compassion, and experiential understanding.
Chris welcomes clients of all ages, backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. He has particular interest in family systems, relationship challenges, grief and loss, academic and social difficulties, stress injuries, and navigating major life transitions. Looking ahead, he hopes to incorporate canine-assisted interventions, outdoor-based therapeutic activities, and natural disaster response into his evolving practice.
Chris has proudly called Lander, Wyoming home for over 25 years and is committed to supporting the well-being of his community.
Gina Reed
Licensed Provisional Professional Counselor (PPC)
A Wyoming native, Gina Reed is a Provisional Professional Counselor passionate about supporting individuals from all walks of life. Having recently earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Gina brings both warmth and genuineness to her work, grounded in a humanistic, person-centered approach.
Gina believes there is no one-size-fits-all method to therapy. Her clinical style integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian principles, and Systems Theory to reflect the complex interplay of environmental, socioeconomic, physiological, and individual influences that shape our lives. She is also actively expanding her skills in EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mind-body modalities to deepen her ability to meet clients where they are.
Drawing on her own life experiences and diverse vocational background, Gina offers a grounded, compassionate presence. She strives to create a space where clients feel safe to explore, grow, and uncover the strength and insight within themselves.