Our Staff
Our Director
“Please keep Mended Hearts in mind, we are a locally ran, non-profit, Therapeutic Riding and Counseling Center who has been helping families, adults, and children for over 15 years! We rely on donations to help our families in need and to support our therapy animals!”
Julie Sellner
B.S.N., R.N, M.A., NCC, LCPC, Level 1 EFT Therapist, PATH Int. Member
Julie has earned certifications and completed training in many areas such as:
- * Addictive Disorders
- * Addiction Issues
- * ADHD/ADD
- * Anger Management
- * Autism/Related Disorders
- * Bipolar Disorder
- * Body Image/Self-Esteem Issues
- * Bullying/School Related Problems
- * Child/Adolescent Mental Health (broad spectrum of disorders)
- * CPR/First Aide
- *Critical Incident
- * Depression/Anxiety Management
- * Developmental Disorders/Disabilities
- * Divorce Issues
- * Eating Disorders
- * Equine (horse) Facilitated Mental Health Therapies
- * Family Counseling
- * Gender Identity Issues
- * Individual Counseling
- * Mood Regulation
- * Marriage Counseling
- * Personality Disorders
- * PTSD
- * Relationship Issues (family/couples)
- * Sand Tray/Play Therapies
- * Sexual Issues
- * Sexual Trauma Issues
- * Spirituality based counseling upon request
- * Suicide Prevention
- * Team building for Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- * Violence/Abuse Issues
Our Staff

Bob Martin, MACM, ThM, CAMS1, CAMT
After completing his BA in Small Groups from Lincoln Christian College, Bob worked as a residential and crisis counselor in Peoria.
Since completing his MA in Counseling from Lincoln Christian Seminary, Bob has provided services to area families as a Mental Health Therapist. Bob also holds a MA in Theology from Life Christian University and is currently finishing his dissertation for a Doctorate in Ministry, also from Life Christian University.
As a Vietnam Veteran, Bob has worked with fellow veterans dealing with issues associated with PTSD.
Bob specializes in family therapy, grief and loss counseling, chronic mental illness, and he and his wife, who is a RN and holds her MA in Theology, do joint pre-marital and marriage counseling.
Bob is credentialed as a Certified Anger Management Trainer as well as a Certified Anger Management Specialist.
Bob also provides Pre-marital Counseling as required through the Woodford County Courts.
Bob is a life-long resident of the Washington area and has been married to his wife, Debbie for 40 years. They have three grown children and thirteen grandchildren. Bob’s favorite pastimes are studying and teaching God’s Word, being with his family, riding his Harley, and watching the Washington Panthers – especially football and basketball.

Kim Scardina
Areas of Experience:
Women’s Issues
Adjustment Issues with Children and Teens
Eating Disorders
Body Image
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Education:
Bradley University 2010
Bachelor of Science
Illinois State University 2008
Selected Activities and Continuing Education:
May 12 & May 19, 2018
Self-Compassion Tools for Teens: Overcoming Shame and the “Inner Critic”
March 23, 2018
The Ethical Treatment of Eating Disorders
June 9, 2017
Facilitated a bimonthly “Mind and Body Wellness Group” at Knox College
Spring 2016-Summer 2017
Addressing Modern Sexual Issues in Therapy: Effective Clinical Strategies for an Evolving World
November 18, 2016
Created and presented “Staying Out of the Swamp: A Metaphor Technique for Group Therapy” workshop for the annual ANAD Wellness, Not Weight Conference
September 25, 2015
Completed Illinois Clinical Supervision Training Requirements through IMHCA
November 2014
Counseling For Couples: Understanding and Improving Love Relationships
August 29, 2013
Over 75 Quick, On-The-Spot Techniques for Children with Emotional and Behavior Problems
April, 2, 2012

Brandon graduated from Western Illinois University with a Masters of Science in Counseling Education. Brandon is a LCPC and is certified with the National Board of Certified Counselors. He has worked at UnityPoint Health Methodist since 2016 and has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and elderly in emergency and inpatient settings.
Brandon is an Adventure Therapist which uses a multidisciplinary approach that combines nature, community, and daring exercises to assist individuals, groups, and families as they overcome behavioral issues, substance abuse problems, or various mental health concerns. Adventure Therapy takes the individual out of the traditional counseling setting, and places them in a natural environment that allows them to use the great outdoors to challenge them and assist with improving self-concept, self-esteem, social behavior, trust behavior, and more!
Brandon has gained experience working with many different diagnoses, such as; bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, behavioral issues, grief, addiction disorders/issues, personality disorders, PTSD, gender identity issues, school related problems, adjustment disorders, and many more.

Frank Disney
M. Div.
Frank received his Master’s of Divinity in 1994 and served 12 years as a pastor. He has 7 years of experience as a foster care supervisor, with an additional 10 years of experience assisting clients to locate and engage in services. Frank was certified in 2017 in the Mandt System for de-escalation techniques
Areas of Experience:
- Conflict Resolution
- Stress Management
- Communication Skills
Carla Guiher
B.S. M.A. NCC MAC
Carla Guiher is a retired Counselor and college professor who has had a love of animals since childhood. She was the President of Counseling Clinic, INC in Overland Park, KS as well as an Adjunct Professor at Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS. After retiring she retuned to central Illinios to be closer to family. Carla has three Golden Retrievers, all of whom participate with WOOFS Thearpy Dogs. She will be combing her many years of experience in tghe counseling field along with her love of animals working as a volunteer therapist at Mended Hearts.
Carla earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Park Administration from the University of Illinois. After raising a familoy she graduated from Bradley University with a Master of Arts degree in Human Development Counseling. Focusing her research on Infertility Issues. While in Kansas, Couseling Clinic focused primarily on Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence. After completing Mediation Training for Child Custody in Divorce and Visitation she incorporated Child Custody Evaluations into the program, as well as marriage/divorce counseling. At Johnson County Comunity College she taught Psychology, as well as Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence for the Department of Criminal Justice.
Carla has earned Certifications as both a National Certified Counselor, and Masters Addication Counselor. Her practice will focus on Adults. Areas of concentration include personal growth, career counseling, marriage and divorce, substance abuse, and domestic violence. Carla’s approach to thearpy is holistic; combinging mind, body, and spirituality to creat a safe positive enviorment for healing. She will facilitate this by incorporating cats, dogs, and horses into sessions with clients. Her dogs will be available for in office sessions if requested.
Desire Wilson - Stable Handler

Olivia Wilkie – Stable Handler
Olivia Started in August, 2020
Olivia Wilkie - Stable Handler

Emery Shaheen – Stable Handler
Emery started in December, 2020.

Zachariah Swords – Stable Handler

Our Board of Directors
Julie Sellner R.N., M.A. Executive Director (left)
Sue Barth R.N., M.S.N. Director (right)
Sally Perry Director (not pictured)
Clifton Perry Director (not pictured)