A LEGACY OF HONOR AND SUPPORT

Our practice holds an awareness of our shared experiences as former first responders and family members of service professionals.

Angie's Place is an extension of our call to serve with the experience of awareness to honor and support the unspoken stories of those who serve us.

  • The story of Angie Wilhelmi’s vitality and her 25 years as a police officer lives in memory and dedication to our influence and work within Angie’s Place. We hope to honor Angie’s story. YOU CAN READ HER STORY HERE.

Therapy and support for first responders, veterans, and their family members.

HOW WE HELP

The Angie’s Place team actively considers the unique needs, experiences, and concerns that first responders, veterans, and their families have when they need support.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE TO TRAUMA CAN LOOK LIKE

  • Hopelessness

  • Loneliness

  • Indifference

  • Relationship Struggles

  • Suicidal Thoughts

  • Substance Use

  • Sleep Disturbances

BENEFITS OF THERAPY

  • Increased resilience and connection

  • Improved mental health

  • Improved physical health by processing traumas in a safe and confidential space

Meet the Team

  • Clark Beckley MSW, LCSW

    Founder & Therapist

    Former police officer

    Clinical Specialties: Teens, adults, couples, families, trauma, grief, and addictions

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  • Mariah Carstens, MSW, LCSW

    Chief Culture Officer & Therapist

    Wife of firefighter & daughter of a former police officer

    Clinical specialties: Teens, adults, life transitions, relationship issues

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  • Brittany Rabe, MSW, LSW

    Therapist

    First responder family

    Clinical specialties: Children, teens, adults, ADHD, trauma, relationship issues

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  • Carla Marquez Ripley, MA, LCPC, RPT

    Therapist

    Chicago Police Department Gold Star Family Member

    Clinical Specialties: Children, couples, families, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief & loss

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  • Jamie Connelly, MSW, LSW

    Therapist

    Former Police Officer

    Clinical Specialties: Teens, adults, trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues

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  • Gerardo Diaz, MS, LPC

    Veteran’s advocate and family

    Clinical specialties: Veteran’s benefits, housing, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, addictions, relationship issues

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