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 insurances to receive the best in-network rates for your services.
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Franchising Leadership
Franchising Support Team
Louisa Lienke
MA, LMFT
Senior Director of Compliance, HR Best Practices, and Payroll
Aaron Keehn
Operations Coach
Amy Behrendsen
Interior Designer
Emily Giannobile
Client Access Specialist/Complex Family Systems Assistant
Kelly Holldorf
Operations Coach
Matt Johnson
LPCC
Senior Director of Growth and Development
Melanie Romano
Mental Health Biller
Emma Martin LaPlant
MA, CSM
Senior Director of Business Systems and Strategy
Lindsey Taylor
MA
Senior Director of Marketing
Scott Kronebusch
MA, LPCC
Senior Director of Franchise Operations
Asta MacBaine
Director of Business Operations
Ashley Solberg
MA, LMFT, CCTP
Clinical Territory Director
BJ McElrath
MA, LPCC
Clinical Territory Director
Jennie Karnish
MS, LPCC, LMHC
Clinical Territory Director
Nic Brave
MBA, MS, LPCC
Clinical Territory Director
Christina Schreiner
Client Access Team Manager
Tracy Blad
MA, LMFT-S, SEP
Clinical Territory Director
Hana Doering
Franchise Operations Manager
Marilyn Galloway
National Director of Outreach
Marisa Negron
Regional Director of Outreach
Zoey Alch
MSW, LICSW
Director of Project Management
If You’re Freaking the
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It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed. Come as you are and find a therapist you can vibe with.