Clinical Team
Our clinical staff represents a variety of disciplines including social work, psychology, and family therapy. The entire clinical team is certified and/or licensed in their appropriate fields. Each clinician accepts different insurance plans and may or may not be accepting new clients.
Michael Welsh, PsyD
Michael Welsh, PsyD
Executive Director
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Welsh works with teens and adults with varying disorders, including depression, anxiety, anger management, adolescent and young adult issues & men's issues. He received his Master's in 2000 and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University in 2003. Michael has been the Executive Director of Cornerstone since 2009.
Executive Director
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Welsh works with teens and adults with varying disorders, including depression, anxiety, anger management, adolescent and young adult issues & men's issues. He received his Master's in 2000 and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University in 2003. Michael has been the Executive Director of Cornerstone since 2009.
Katie Dyck, LCMFT
Katie Dyck, LCMFT
Associate Director
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Katie believes that relationships have the power to create pain and to create healing. Whatever may be going on in our lives we need to know that we are not alone. Many life events such as marriage, divorce, becoming a new parent, serious illness, relocation, or aging can create anxiety and distress in our lives and relationships. It is Katie's hope to create an environment together that invites curiosity, hope, connection, and healing. Katie completed her undergraduate degree from Kansas State University and received her Master of Science in Family Therapy from Friends University. Katie has been the Associate Director of Cornerstone since 2021.
Associate Director
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Katie believes that relationships have the power to create pain and to create healing. Whatever may be going on in our lives we need to know that we are not alone. Many life events such as marriage, divorce, becoming a new parent, serious illness, relocation, or aging can create anxiety and distress in our lives and relationships. It is Katie's hope to create an environment together that invites curiosity, hope, connection, and healing. Katie completed her undergraduate degree from Kansas State University and received her Master of Science in Family Therapy from Friends University. Katie has been the Associate Director of Cornerstone since 2021.
Leslie Bissell, PsyD
Leslie Bissell, PsyD
Licensed Psychologist
Leslie believes that relationship is the key to lasting change. In her work with adults of all ages she desires to provide a safe place to ask the tough questions that impact our daily lives. As a clinical psychologist she enjoys working with those who have long-standing mental health issues, a desire to better understand how their family history or lived experiences are impacting current relationships, or those who just want to discover who they really are in this season of life. Specific areas of focus include depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, chronic mental health and/or physical health issues, bereavement, leadership development, burnout recovery and those who are experiencing a crisis of faith. Leslie is also a certified ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) trainer, passionate about helping those have wrestled with suicidal thoughts or are recovering from the loss of someone by suicide. Dr. Bissell graduated with her BA in psychology from the University of Akron then earned both her MA and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Wheaton College, Wheaton IL. She has experience working in a State Psychiatric Hospital Setting, Community Mental Health Setting, and with various faith based non-profits.
Licensed Psychologist
Leslie believes that relationship is the key to lasting change. In her work with adults of all ages she desires to provide a safe place to ask the tough questions that impact our daily lives. As a clinical psychologist she enjoys working with those who have long-standing mental health issues, a desire to better understand how their family history or lived experiences are impacting current relationships, or those who just want to discover who they really are in this season of life. Specific areas of focus include depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, chronic mental health and/or physical health issues, bereavement, leadership development, burnout recovery and those who are experiencing a crisis of faith. Leslie is also a certified ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) trainer, passionate about helping those have wrestled with suicidal thoughts or are recovering from the loss of someone by suicide. Dr. Bissell graduated with her BA in psychology from the University of Akron then earned both her MA and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Wheaton College, Wheaton IL. She has experience working in a State Psychiatric Hospital Setting, Community Mental Health Setting, and with various faith based non-profits.
Rebekah Glessner, LCMFT
Rebekah Glessner, LCMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Rebekah works with individuals, couples, and children toward building a positive connection and repairing relational wounds. Rebekah believes that problems in relationships can be healed through understanding our negative relational experiences and changing our view of ourselves, our pain, and our relationships. Rebekah graduated with a Bachelor of science degree with majors in psychology and English from Central Christian College of Kansas. She then received her Master of science degree in family therapy from Friends University – KC. Rebekah has past experiences of working with infant and toddlers along with preschool-aged children. Rebekah also has experience in psychoeducation for parenting and relationship building with children. Rebekah uses an internal family systems and narrative approach when working with adult clients. She works to understand the different parts of an individual that impact how we show up in relationships and how each individual’s story develops. Rebekah works with children by utilizing a play-based approach and is currently working toward play therapy certification.
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Rebekah works with individuals, couples, and children toward building a positive connection and repairing relational wounds. Rebekah believes that problems in relationships can be healed through understanding our negative relational experiences and changing our view of ourselves, our pain, and our relationships. Rebekah graduated with a Bachelor of science degree with majors in psychology and English from Central Christian College of Kansas. She then received her Master of science degree in family therapy from Friends University – KC. Rebekah has past experiences of working with infant and toddlers along with preschool-aged children. Rebekah also has experience in psychoeducation for parenting and relationship building with children. Rebekah uses an internal family systems and narrative approach when working with adult clients. She works to understand the different parts of an individual that impact how we show up in relationships and how each individual’s story develops. Rebekah works with children by utilizing a play-based approach and is currently working toward play therapy certification.
Suzan Hawkes, LSCSW
Suzan Hawkes, LSCSW, PhD
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Suzan works mainly with adults from college age through senior years. The following issues are including with the scope of her practice: post trauma, abuse, marital conflict, divorce recovery, premarital counseling, life adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem problems, and eating disorders. Suzan's educational background is as follows: undergraduate degree from Emporia State, majoring in psychology with an emphasis in family systems, Masters degree from the University of Kansas in Clinical Social Work (with terminal licensing as a specialist in clinical social work); and a doctoral degree from Kansas State University in Family Life Education and Consultation.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Suzan works mainly with adults from college age through senior years. The following issues are including with the scope of her practice: post trauma, abuse, marital conflict, divorce recovery, premarital counseling, life adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem problems, and eating disorders. Suzan's educational background is as follows: undergraduate degree from Emporia State, majoring in psychology with an emphasis in family systems, Masters degree from the University of Kansas in Clinical Social Work (with terminal licensing as a specialist in clinical social work); and a doctoral degree from Kansas State University in Family Life Education and Consultation.
Sherri L. Massey, LCMFT
Sherri Massey, LCMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Sherri loves having a front-row seat to watching miracles happen as lives are restored, relationships are healed, and hope is renewed. Sherri has a bachelor's degree from Kansas State University in Business Management and a master's degree from Friends University in Marriage and Family Therapy with training in mood, anxiety, adjustment, and relational disorders with specialized training in addictions counseling, eating disorders, and stress management for chronic illness. Sherri completed a clinical eating disorder training through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professions Foundation. When working with addictions, Sherri will first address any abuse or dependence on mood-altering substances and then move on to address any co-occurring disorders that may surface, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and shame. Whatever the presenting issue, you can trust that you will be respected and heard.
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Sherri loves having a front-row seat to watching miracles happen as lives are restored, relationships are healed, and hope is renewed. Sherri has a bachelor's degree from Kansas State University in Business Management and a master's degree from Friends University in Marriage and Family Therapy with training in mood, anxiety, adjustment, and relational disorders with specialized training in addictions counseling, eating disorders, and stress management for chronic illness. Sherri completed a clinical eating disorder training through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professions Foundation. When working with addictions, Sherri will first address any abuse or dependence on mood-altering substances and then move on to address any co-occurring disorders that may surface, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and shame. Whatever the presenting issue, you can trust that you will be respected and heard.
Andy McIlwee
Graduate Student Intern, Friends University
Andy began his internship in the Spring of 2024. He is excited to work with individuals, couples, and all sorts of family systems seeking to help them better understand relational and systemic patterns and their impacts on everyday lives. Andy hopes to provide a space for honest reflection and discovery. He believes that times of change can be extremely hard to deal with alone and wants to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges. He also believes it is in these times of great change that we find out how strong and resilient we can be. Andy received his bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University and is currently working towards obtaining a Master's degree in Marriage and family therapy through the accredited program at Friends University in Kansas City, KS.
Graduate Student Intern, Friends University
Andy began his internship in the Spring of 2024. He is excited to work with individuals, couples, and all sorts of family systems seeking to help them better understand relational and systemic patterns and their impacts on everyday lives. Andy hopes to provide a space for honest reflection and discovery. He believes that times of change can be extremely hard to deal with alone and wants to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges. He also believes it is in these times of great change that we find out how strong and resilient we can be. Andy received his bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University and is currently working towards obtaining a Master's degree in Marriage and family therapy through the accredited program at Friends University in Kansas City, KS.
Heidi McNeil
Graduate Student Intern, Liberty University
Heidi works with children and adolescents to increase resilience by establish coping mechanisms that serve young people well throughout their lives. She is passionate about making space for children and young adults to thrive despite adverse circumstances. She graduated with her Bachelor of science degree in Psychology from Liberty University, and is pursuing a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Graduate Student Intern, Liberty University
Heidi works with children and adolescents to increase resilience by establish coping mechanisms that serve young people well throughout their lives. She is passionate about making space for children and young adults to thrive despite adverse circumstances. She graduated with her Bachelor of science degree in Psychology from Liberty University, and is pursuing a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Brain Medaris, LPC
Brian Medaris, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
The belief that change is possible drives Brian’s approach to mental health. The process of change is challenging, and everyone can benefit from having someone partner with them. Brian works with teens, young adults, and adults who are experiencing life difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and identity issues. Through a combination of narrative and cognitive behavioral approaches, Brian helps others to see their abilities to thrive. Brian received his Doctor of Ministry, Master of Arts in Counseling, and Master of Divinity degrees from Lincoln Christian University. He is currently finishing a Ph.D. in Psychology at Grand Canyon University. Brian teaches courses in psychology, counseling, children, and family at Manhattan Christian College.
Licensed Professional Counselor
The belief that change is possible drives Brian’s approach to mental health. The process of change is challenging, and everyone can benefit from having someone partner with them. Brian works with teens, young adults, and adults who are experiencing life difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and identity issues. Through a combination of narrative and cognitive behavioral approaches, Brian helps others to see their abilities to thrive. Brian received his Doctor of Ministry, Master of Arts in Counseling, and Master of Divinity degrees from Lincoln Christian University. He is currently finishing a Ph.D. in Psychology at Grand Canyon University. Brian teaches courses in psychology, counseling, children, and family at Manhattan Christian College.
Nikki Medaris, LPC
Nikki Medaris, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Nikki believes that hope is found through connection. We connect through sharing experiences, commonalities, faith, stories and, even laughter. Nikki works with adults and teens dealing with depression and anxiety, trauma, and neglect. During her years as a hospice chaplain, Nikki also became will acquainted with grief and crisis situations. She earned her Master’s in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University in 1999 and finished her Master of Divinity in 2011. On a personal note, Nikki has a strong drive toward social justice and is an advocate for equal rights and raising awareness of racism.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Nikki believes that hope is found through connection. We connect through sharing experiences, commonalities, faith, stories and, even laughter. Nikki works with adults and teens dealing with depression and anxiety, trauma, and neglect. During her years as a hospice chaplain, Nikki also became will acquainted with grief and crisis situations. She earned her Master’s in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University in 1999 and finished her Master of Divinity in 2011. On a personal note, Nikki has a strong drive toward social justice and is an advocate for equal rights and raising awareness of racism.
Olivia Meyer, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Olivia is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Kansas. She serves individuals who have experienced: anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as woman and motherhood battles. Olivia aims to create a warm space that is safe to reflect on the suffering of the soul and heal past and present hurt with new relational experiences. She is passionate about working with those who have experienced emotional struggles, trauma, and life adjustments.
Olivia earned her Master of Arts in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University with an emphasis on Mental health. Olivia believes that it is through authentic relationships with self and others that healing takes place. Her work leans on experimental, attachment, and emotion focused theory to help reconnect the client with themselves and others.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Olivia is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Kansas. She serves individuals who have experienced: anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as woman and motherhood battles. Olivia aims to create a warm space that is safe to reflect on the suffering of the soul and heal past and present hurt with new relational experiences. She is passionate about working with those who have experienced emotional struggles, trauma, and life adjustments.
Olivia earned her Master of Arts in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University with an emphasis on Mental health. Olivia believes that it is through authentic relationships with self and others that healing takes place. Her work leans on experimental, attachment, and emotion focused theory to help reconnect the client with themselves and others.
Abby Sabalu, Graduate Intern
Abby Sabalu
Graduate Student Intern, Colorado Christian University
Abby began her practicum and internship Fall of 2023 and is thrilled to work with individuals and families toward holistic relational health. Abby believes healing and growth often come through connection, understanding, and trust… these things happen in relationships! It is her goal to provide an open, respectful, and hopeful atmosphere to enable this work. Times of transition can easily trip us up, so Abby looks forward to walking alongside those entering new stages of life and seeing how the past impacts the present, and how to grow and work towards a future we desire. Abby is finishing her master's in Mental Health Counseling with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado Christian University. She graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor's in psychology and worked full-time doing faith-based collegiate mentorship for seven years before pursuing counseling.
Graduate Student Intern, Colorado Christian University
Abby began her practicum and internship Fall of 2023 and is thrilled to work with individuals and families toward holistic relational health. Abby believes healing and growth often come through connection, understanding, and trust… these things happen in relationships! It is her goal to provide an open, respectful, and hopeful atmosphere to enable this work. Times of transition can easily trip us up, so Abby looks forward to walking alongside those entering new stages of life and seeing how the past impacts the present, and how to grow and work towards a future we desire. Abby is finishing her master's in Mental Health Counseling with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado Christian University. She graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor's in psychology and worked full-time doing faith-based collegiate mentorship for seven years before pursuing counseling.
Janice Schierling, LSCSW
Jan Schierling, LSCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jan understands that our beliefs determine our behavior. She believes there is nothing the nearness of Christ won’t fix. Her goal is to help people change their behavior by examining and changing their beliefs about themselves and their world. She has four decades of social work experience using individual and group therapy to help people make the changes needed to live full healthy lives. She has worked in welfare offices, Head Start, nursing homes, colleges, public school systems, a residential treatment center, and a prison. Jan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ottawa University and a Master of Social Work from Kansas University School of Social Welfare.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jan understands that our beliefs determine our behavior. She believes there is nothing the nearness of Christ won’t fix. Her goal is to help people change their behavior by examining and changing their beliefs about themselves and their world. She has four decades of social work experience using individual and group therapy to help people make the changes needed to live full healthy lives. She has worked in welfare offices, Head Start, nursing homes, colleges, public school systems, a residential treatment center, and a prison. Jan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ottawa University and a Master of Social Work from Kansas University School of Social Welfare.
Victoria Springer, LPC
Victoria Springer, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Victoria began providing care in September 2022 Victoria believes healing comes through self-awareness, connection, and understanding in relationships. She works with adults and couples experiencing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, communication issues, trauma, and difficult stages in life. In her work with couples, Victoria is passionate about resolving conflict, deepening connections, and counseling through various situations including premarital counseling, divorce, co-parenting, blended families, intercultural issues, and preparation for long-lasting, healthy relationships. Victoria received her undergraduate degree in Intercultural Studies from the University of Mobile in 2015, and she received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2022. Victoria’s past experience includes helping clients with acute mental health problems leading to crisis, and she has worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds. She takes an existential approach to therapy combined with interventions from leading therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, and reality therapy. Victoria works to help clients develop the skills necessary to live holistically healthy lives and is currently working toward clinical licensure.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Victoria began providing care in September 2022 Victoria believes healing comes through self-awareness, connection, and understanding in relationships. She works with adults and couples experiencing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, communication issues, trauma, and difficult stages in life. In her work with couples, Victoria is passionate about resolving conflict, deepening connections, and counseling through various situations including premarital counseling, divorce, co-parenting, blended families, intercultural issues, and preparation for long-lasting, healthy relationships. Victoria received her undergraduate degree in Intercultural Studies from the University of Mobile in 2015, and she received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2022. Victoria’s past experience includes helping clients with acute mental health problems leading to crisis, and she has worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds. She takes an existential approach to therapy combined with interventions from leading therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, and reality therapy. Victoria works to help clients develop the skills necessary to live holistically healthy lives and is currently working toward clinical licensure.
Stanley Watt, LCMFT
Stan Watt, LCMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Stan works with individuals, couples and families experiencing relationship issues associated with marriage and family problems. He is passionate about building and protecting marriage and couple relationships and provides premarital counseling as well. He and his wife have worked with married and pre-married couples in their church for over 20 years. Stan also works with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, pornography and sexual issues. He is a 2014 graduate from Friends University with a Master of Science in Family Therapy. He brings to counseling his problem solving skills from over 30 years of banking, as well as 40 years of marriage and family raising. Stan works to help clients move toward healing, acceptance, change, reconciliation, grace, and forgiveness of self and others. He is a Focus on the Family approved counselor.
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Stan works with individuals, couples and families experiencing relationship issues associated with marriage and family problems. He is passionate about building and protecting marriage and couple relationships and provides premarital counseling as well. He and his wife have worked with married and pre-married couples in their church for over 20 years. Stan also works with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, grief, pornography and sexual issues. He is a 2014 graduate from Friends University with a Master of Science in Family Therapy. He brings to counseling his problem solving skills from over 30 years of banking, as well as 40 years of marriage and family raising. Stan works to help clients move toward healing, acceptance, change, reconciliation, grace, and forgiveness of self and others. He is a Focus on the Family approved counselor.
Clerical Team
Our clerical team works to make you feel welcome, assist with scheduling and will help sort out billing and insurance.
Karla
Karla
Karla runs the clerical team. She predominantly takes care of bookkeeping and payroll, orders supplies, and credentialing providers. She also helps with patient access to the patient portal, and deals with insurance claims and denials.
Karla runs the clerical team. She predominantly takes care of bookkeeping and payroll, orders supplies, and credentialing providers. She also helps with patient access to the patient portal, and deals with insurance claims and denials.
Brenda
Brenda
Brenda greets patients as they check in for appointments. She also enters and updates patient’s information, makes appointments, collects payments, answers billing questions, manages patient statements, and keeps track of insurance authorizations.
Brenda greets patients as they check in for appointments. She also enters and updates patient’s information, makes appointments, collects payments, answers billing questions, manages patient statements, and keeps track of insurance authorizations.
Alisha
Alisha answers the phones, makes appointments, processes new patients, collects payments, updates information, and answers billing and scheduling questions.
Alisha answers the phones, makes appointments, processes new patients, collects payments, updates information, and answers billing and scheduling questions.
Lissa
Lissa answers the phones, makes appointments, answers billing questions, and processes insurance payments and denials.
Lissa answers the phones, makes appointments, answers billing questions, and processes insurance payments and denials.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors helps establish a vision for Cornerstone and advises our Executive Director on a variety of matters.
Tom Arthur
Tom Arthur
Board President
Board Member since 1991
Tom was born and raised in Manhattan, Kansas. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Kansas in Economics and has worked for Steel & Pipe Supply Company for 42 years, including working as the Human Resource Manager from 1987 to the present. Tom has been married for 40 years to Suzanne, and they have three children and six grandchildren.
Board President
Board Member since 1991
Tom was born and raised in Manhattan, Kansas. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Kansas in Economics and has worked for Steel & Pipe Supply Company for 42 years, including working as the Human Resource Manager from 1987 to the present. Tom has been married for 40 years to Suzanne, and they have three children and six grandchildren.
Dan Strom
Dan Strom
Board Member since 2016
Dan Strom has lived and worked in Manhattan for 35+ years. He has been active in local and state-wide boards and councils. He has served as an Elder in his church and spent several years as an elected member of his local school board. In addition, he was appointed by the governor of Kansas to serve 8 years on the State of Kansas Information Technology Executive Council which provides oversight to all state I.T. and cybersecurity programs. Dan’s work focuses on strategic application of technology, compliance, governance and cybersecurity for Kansas Farm Bureau. He and his wife, Judy, have two adult sons.
Board Member since 2016
Dan Strom has lived and worked in Manhattan for 35+ years. He has been active in local and state-wide boards and councils. He has served as an Elder in his church and spent several years as an elected member of his local school board. In addition, he was appointed by the governor of Kansas to serve 8 years on the State of Kansas Information Technology Executive Council which provides oversight to all state I.T. and cybersecurity programs. Dan’s work focuses on strategic application of technology, compliance, governance and cybersecurity for Kansas Farm Bureau. He and his wife, Judy, have two adult sons.
Tim Weddle
Tim Weddle
Board Member since 2018
Tim has worked at Keating & Associates since 2013, where he serves as a financial advisor to a handful of entrepreneurs and executives in the Flint Hills region of Kansas. Prior to this, he worked at Weddle & Sons, the roofing company he and his brothers began in 1998. He earned a B.A. in Economics and Spanish from Kansas State University, and went on to obtain a Master’s degree in second language acquisition. He taught Spanish at K-State for three years. Tim and Lydia are members of Grace Baptist Church in Manhattan, and they have three children.
Board Member since 2018
Tim has worked at Keating & Associates since 2013, where he serves as a financial advisor to a handful of entrepreneurs and executives in the Flint Hills region of Kansas. Prior to this, he worked at Weddle & Sons, the roofing company he and his brothers began in 1998. He earned a B.A. in Economics and Spanish from Kansas State University, and went on to obtain a Master’s degree in second language acquisition. He taught Spanish at K-State for three years. Tim and Lydia are members of Grace Baptist Church in Manhattan, and they have three children.
Brian Smith
Brian Smith
Board Member since 2021
Brian is a native of western Nebraska who moved to Manhattan in 1988 with his wife Kara. Brian served the local community in healthcare for 25 years prior to switching his career to Westview Community Church where he serves as lead pastor. Kara works for Kansas State College of Veterinary Medicine. They have two grown boys and the joy of a grandson.
Board Member since 2021
Brian is a native of western Nebraska who moved to Manhattan in 1988 with his wife Kara. Brian served the local community in healthcare for 25 years prior to switching his career to Westview Community Church where he serves as lead pastor. Kara works for Kansas State College of Veterinary Medicine. They have two grown boys and the joy of a grandson.