Our Mission

We believe that parents/caregivers are the experts and the therapeutic process is an opportunity to help empower caregivers to make healthy changes that will support and strengthen the family's social emotional development, which we believe, is the foundation for growth and healing.
We give priority to expectant families up to the age of one.

Forever Gratitude:

The Infant Parent Center was created in 2008 with great love and commitment by Infant Mental Health Pioneer Ronald Henke, Alison Gardey and Jennifer Kalsbeek.

As many know Ron created most of the children’s services in El Dorado County with serving and training for over 40 years. He is greatly missed and his mission continues to carry on with many therapists, social workers and teachers throughout the United States.

Alison Gardey provided her beautiful style to families for over 20 years through the non-profit arena. She used her time to not only provide specialized therapy but also advocate for families and young children. She continues to carry on her great work in her private practice.

Our Team

  • Lisa Androvich | Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #127472

    Lisa Androvich is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #127472. She has experience working with children, adults and couples. She considers it an honor to walk alongside families as they work towards creating stronger connections within themselves and with each other.

  • Linda Bloodsaw | Office Manager

    After many years of administrative work for the county of El Dorado, followed by a few years of retirement, Linda joined the Infant Parent Center to manage the office.

  • Amanda Clanin | AMFT #140867

    Supervised by Jennifer Kalsbeek, MFC #48763

    I was born and raised in El Dorado County and am passionate about serving this community. I have a background in child development and have worked with young children and their families for more than 10 years. It would be an honor to learn and grow with you on your journey towards finding your happier, healthier, and most genuine self.

  • Jeremy Hord | MFT, Trainee

    Supervised by Jennifer Kalsbeek, MFC #48763

    I am looking forward to walking with you and your loved ones in the journey of healing.

  • Jennifer Kalsbeek | Co Founder, LMFT # 48763

    It is an honor to walk along side families and support healing and successes clients decide they want.

  • Colleen Klym | Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist MFC #133164

    Colleen Klym AMFT has been working with children and families for over 20 years. She has a unique and playful connection with children and is gifted at empowering parents to see their children’s own personality while nurturing a relationship that will thrive. She believes that each client has the power to heal by connecting with their inner strength and purpose. She is honored to assist clients in that journey with gentle reflection and support.

  • Rebecca Raas | MFT Trainee

    Supervised by Jennifer Kalsbeek #48763

    Serving moms, dads, and families along the journey of parenthood is at the heart of my purpose. The entry into parenthood is a transformative time of growth, accompanied with a wide range of emotions. Joy and loss, celebration and sorrow, contentedness and grief are present for many. I support parents in accessing their truth and embodying a gentle and curious relationship with themselves, leading to a greater relationship with their child and loved ones.

  • Cristina Nuñez-Rodarte | AMFT #12759

    Supervised by Jennifer Kalsbeek, MFC #48763

    I provide bilingual therapeutic services in Spanish. I believe that the therapy process is collaborative, I am here to support you through your journey of gaining and maintaining well being. Creo que el proceso de la terapia es colaborativo, estoy aquí para apoyarlo en su viaje para obtener y mantener el bienestar.

  • Sheena Tscharner | MA SLP Reflective Practice Provider

    I am a Speech-Language Pathologist with experience providing services and support to children, parents, and educators in private and school based settings. I find great joy in drawing on that experience to support current educators and educational staff along their journey.

IPC Board

 

Chairperson

Penny Lehrman, BSRN,

 

Officer

Lisa Androvich, LMFT

Treasurer

Carol Rollins, Early Head Start Teacher (retired)

 

Secretary

Jamie Bowman, BSRN, LC

 

Officer, Co-Founder

Jennifer Kalsbeek, LMFT