Meet Our Counseling Clinic Therapists

Previous to joining the Friendship House, Ms. Franssen has experience working with youth at BoysTown through the Intervention and Assessment Shelter, as well as gained experience working in outpatient mental health and substance abuse therapy in the Grand Island area.  

Ms. Franssen provides solution-focused and positive-based psychotherapy to teens, adults, and families.  Her areas of expertise include substance abuse, crisis and suicide intervention, depression, self-harm behaviors and anxiety with a compassionate approach of meeting people where they are in the their stage of life.  She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) for trauma, as well as has training in substance abuse evaluations and CAMS suicide prevention.  

"For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."  Jeremiah 29:11

Ms. Hansen's experience includes working for a non-profit agency as a direct care staff member for over nine years as well as being a fill-in counselor, providing long-term, holistic care.  Other experiences includes working as an outpatient substance abuse therapist for adolescents, adults and families.  

Ms. Hansen believes in recovery and helping people to reach their full potential through respectful, understanding, and compassionate care.  Ms. Hansen offers a safe environment for individuals to explore issues and to have a positive experience that promotes learning, reaching personal goals, and personal growth.

Building Strong Communities, One Individual at a Time! 

Emily Feese is a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). 

"As a counselor, I believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to be heard, supported in navigating life’s challenges and encouraged to create positive change. I strive to create a strong and nurturing relationship between client and counselor to create a dynamic for connection, change and healing. I approach this through compassionate person-centered care, while meeting people where they are on life’s journey."

Emily holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Psychology and a Master’s of Science Degree in Education with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health, both from the University of Nebraska, Kearney.

"During my time with the Friendship House Counseling Clinic, I have grown as a practitioner and utilized several different evidence based techniques to meet the needs and goals of my clients. I provide services for individuals, adolescents and children as well as services for those struggling with addictions." 

Adriana Arroyo-Herrera is a bilingual Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). She holds an Associate’s degree of Drug in Alcohol Counseling from Central Community College, a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Bellevue University and from Master of Science degree in Clinical Counseling from Doane College.

Previous to joining the Friendship House, Ms. Arroyo-Herrera gained experience working in outpatient mental health and substance abuse therapy in the Grand Island area.  

Ms. Arroyo-Herrera provides solution-focused, DBT, CBT and positive-based psychotherapy to teens, adults, and families. Her areas of expertise include substance abuse, crisis and suicide intervention, depression, self-harm behaviors and anxiety with a compassionate approach of meeting people where they are in their stage of life. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) for trauma, as well as has training in substance abuse evaluations.

I can do all of this though Him who gives me strength (Philippians 4:13) 

Cristian Rodriguez is a bilingual Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP). She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Disorders and a Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling from the University of Nebraska Kearney.

Prior to joining the Friendship House, Ms. Rodriguez gained experience working with families and youth in the schools. She also has experience working in various mental health outpatient settings in the Grand Island area.

Ms. Rodriguez provides Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Play Therapy using a strengths-based and client-centered approach. Areas of expertise include crisis and suicide intervention, anxiety, and depression. Her key areas of focus include working with culturally diverse children and families.