KOEN COUNSELING AND WELLNESS CENTER
FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING
Victoria Magruder, MSW, LCSW
Title: Director & Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL and Telehealth
Payment: Private Pay, BCBS, Cigna, UHC, HealtLink, Medicaid, BCBS Community.
Hello! I’m glad you're taking the important step of seeking a therapist for yourself or a loved one. Therapy provides a safe space to navigate life transitions, improve coping skills, and openly express those bottled-up thoughts and emotions without judgment. I believe in advocating for my clients while also empowering them to become their own advocates.
When working with children, I enjoy incorporating creative approaches such as manipulatives, stories, and activities to help them express themselves and practice healthy coping skills. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a child reflect on their social-emotional growth and take pride in the progress they’ve made.
I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana in 2019 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 2022. Since 2018, I’ve worked in public schools with children from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, addressing disabilities, anxiety, depression, social skills, self-esteem, and trauma. Currently, I focus on working with children and adolescents in person at our Edwardsville office.
Breauna Kaluza, MSW, LCSW
Title: Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL and Telehealth
Payment: Private Pay, BCBS, Cigna, Aetna, UHC, Medicaid, BCBS Community.
Hello,
My name is Breauna Hurd, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nearly three years of experience in the clinical field. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges by offering a compassionate and supportive environment. My goal is to provide a safe space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to work through life's difficulties.
I hold a Master's degree in Social Work and am fully licensed to practice clinically. My areas of expertise include treating substance use, anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. I offer both in-person sessions in Edwardsville, IL, and telehealth services for added flexibility.
I understand that seeking support can be a difficult step, but it’s one that can lead to profound personal growth. I am here to ensure you have the tools, guidance, and support necessary to become the best version of yourself.
"Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope."
– Martin Luther King, Jr.
Brooke Ridenbark, MSW, LSW
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Title: Therapist
Location: Edwardsville, IL and Telehealth
Payment: Private pay, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicaid, BCBS Community.
Hello, I’m Brooke! I'm glad you are here. I’ve always had a passion for helping others and my journey began as a medical assistant working in various settings. Since then, my passion for advocating and empowering individuals to help them be the best version of themselves has grown. I graduated with my Master’s degree in Social Work from SIUE in 2022. I am currently a Licensed Social Worker and am working toward my LCSW! It is my goal to make sure all clients have a safe and supportive environment when sharing their experiences, goals, and challenges.
I am experienced in using evidence-based techniques in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I have experience working with substance use, strengthening families, anxiety, life stressors, behavior changes, self-esteem, life changes, depression, stress, and trauma. I offer in-person services and telehealth.