Own an Ellie
Become an Ellie Franchise owner
Make a difference in your community
Ellie Mental Health is a fast-growing mental health franchise company, dedicated to positively impacting the lives of our communities, starting with our franchise owners.
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Helping You Help Others
Our Pre-Opening Support
Owning an Ellie should be easy! We help you get started so you can have the tools to succeed!
Real Estate
Our dedicated staff will help you in the site selection and lease negotiations to find the ideal site.
Finance
Our team will provide assistance with loan processing through the SBA.
Site Build Support
We walk you through the entire build-out process from corporate-approved layout and general construction to interior design and on-site technology.
Marketing
Once you sign your lease agreement, the marketing of your location begins with personalized support to set up social media and marketing materials to generate business.
Recruitment
We’ll support you in hiring the most qualified clinic directors and therapists.
Training
You’ll attend a comprehensive training course, an annual franchise convention, and opportunities to connect with subject matter experts.
Continued Support
Brand Development
You’ll receive brand-standard guidelines and digital and print material templates to personalize your own unique Ellie.
Call Center
Our in-house call center team will connect prospective clients to your therapists to find a perfect match and schedule their first appointment.
Medical Records & Billing
Our Electronic Health Record System with integrated billing ensures all of your client records remain compliant and your insurance claims get processed.
Credentialing & Contracting
Our credentialing partner panels your licensed therapists with insurance to receive the best in-network rates for your services.
Ellie Franchises in the News
How Ellie Mental Health Grew to Nearly 200 Locations
Ellie Mental Health, founded in 2015 in St. Paul, has rapidly grown to nearly 200 franchised locations across the U.S. Check out this article to read more about Ellie’s rapid growth in mental health franchising.
Ellie Mental Health Debuts in the Franchise 500
Interested in owning an Ellie Mental Health franchise? Take a look at our 2024 Franchise 500 ranking and find out if bringing an Ellie to your community is the right fit for you.
First Franchisees Share Their Motivation
Scott & Heather Cramer share their “why” on bringing Ellie to Indiana.
Franchising Leadership
Franchising Support Team
Aaron Keehn
Operations Coach
Asta MacBaine
Manager of Operations Services & Training
Kelly Holldorf
Operations Coach
Laura Freund
Franchise Business Consultant
Melanie Romano
Mental Health Biller
Scott Kronebusch
MA, LPCC
Vice President of Clinical Support
Lindsey Taylor
MA
Senior Director of Marketing
Ashley Solberg
MA, LMFT, CCTP
Franchise Business Consultant
Erin Jergenson
MA, LMFT
Franchise Onboarding Specialist, Therapist
Jennie Karnish
MS, LPCC, LMHC
Franchise Support Specialist
Nic Brave
MBA, MS, LPCC
Franchise Support Specialist
Hana Doering
Senior Manager, Operations, Service and Training
Marisa Negron
Regional Director of Outreach
Zoey Martin
MSW, LICSW
Director of Project Management
If you’re freaking the
%#$@ out…
It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed. Come as you are
and find a therapist you can vibe with.