our leadership team
Chief Executive Officer
Emelie is the founder of Sprout Therapy PDX, a therapist and clinical supervisor by training, and an MBA graduate focused on sustainable mental health leadership. She guides Sprout’s vision, strategy, and finances, leads the leadership team, and navigates big-picture opportunities and challenges. Known as an “idea faucet,” she’s passionate about building community partnerships and advocating for the counseling profession.
Outside of leadership at Sprout, Emelie offers business coaching for like-minded professionals looking to grow their own practices at Sprout Your Practice.
Emelie A. Douglas, MA, LPC
(she/her)
Chief Clinical Officer
Shannon oversees Sprout’s clinical operations, including training, continuing education, compliance, supervision of supervisors, and quality client care. In addition to their leadership role, Shannon continues to practice as a therapist and supervisor, bringing both expertise and compassion to their work.
Shannon Macminn, MA, LMFT
(they/she)
Chief Administrative Officer
Lyndsi leads Sprout’s people operations—recruitment, hiring, employee engagement, performance management, benefits, training, risk management, and compliance. She believes the heartbeat of any business is its employees and that success comes from loving what you do and putting your heart into your work.
Lyndsi Wilson, PHR
(she/they)
our supportive services team
Abby Kern, QMHA, PWS
(she/they)
Clinical Operations Specialist
Sarah supports Sprout’s clinicians with data management, feedback-informed treatment, credentialing, and staff training. A therapist and clinical supervisor herself, she bridges clinical insight with operational expertise to help the practice run smoothly.
sarah@sprouttherapypdx.com
Sarah Poulisse, MSW, LCSW
(she/they)
Intake Coordinator
Kortnie is the first point of contact for many clients, conducting screening appointments, answering intake emails, supporting with case management duties, referrals, and managing the main phone line.
intakes@sprouttherapypdx.com
Kortnie Williams, QMHA
(she/her)
Peer Support & Case Management
Abby provides both peer support and case management services to help clients navigate resources, build skills, and stay connected in their care. Our PS/CM collaborates closely with therapists, supports clients through real-world challenges, and helps remove barriers so progress can continue between sessions.
Amanda Cox, PMHNP
(she/her)
Medication Management
Amanda is an ANCC board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who offers medication management services to our clients, working alongside Sprout’s clinical team to ensure integrated, client-centered support.
Clinical Director
Bri supervises our clinical program, supportive services, and a group of unlicensed associates in both social work and counseling, pairing mentorship with her own ongoing clinical work.
bri@sprouttherapypdx.com
Brianna Yadon, MSW, LCSW
(she/her)
our supervisors
Clinical Supervisor
Katya supervises unlicensed associates in social work and counseling, providing mentorship and guidance while maintaining a small client caseload.
katya@sprouttherapypdx.com
Clinical Supervisor
Sam provides supervision for Sprout’s licensed staff and supports their clinical growth while also maintaining a caseload.
sam@sprouttherapypdx.com
Sam Mandel, MA, LPC
(she/they)
Clinical Supervisor
Molly supports unlicensed associates in social work and counseling through supervision, fostering professional growth and ethical practice. She also maintains a small client caseload.
molly@sprouttherapypdx.com
Molly Dressler, MSW, LCSW
(she/her)
Clinical Supervisor
McKenna supervises unlicensed associates in social work and counseling, providing mentorship and guidance while maintaining a small client caseload.
mckenna@sprouttherapypdx.com
McKenna Teague, MSW, LCSW
(she/her)
administrative support
Clinical Administrator
Val manages billing, claims, insurance navigation, and a variety of administrative projects that keep Sprout running smoothly. She is a go-to problem solver for both staff and clients and supervises our Intake Coordinators.
hello@sprouttherapypdx.com
Val Barlow-Carroll
(she/her)
Facilities Supervisor
Scott oversees facilities at all Sprout locations—keeping spaces stocked, plants thriving, and technology functioning. He’s also the point person for technical and IT support, ensuring a welcoming and functional environment.
facilities@sprouttherapypdx.com
Scott Douglas
(he/him)
Office Administrator
Our Office Admin supports the smooth day-to-day operations of Sprout by keeping our systems organized, assisting with onboarding and staff support, and ensures our teams have what they need to provide great care.
