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title: Our Team | Solace
description: Compassionate therapists supporting individuals, couples & families through mental health challenges in a safe, nurturing environment.
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# Meet the Team
## Our Therapists
#### Angela Zirpel, MS, LPC-MH, LAC, SAP
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Angela Zirpel, MS, LPC-MH, LAC, is a therapist who works with children ages 10 and up, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She works with clients navigating anxiety, unhealthy coping patterns, grief, life transitions, school-related concerns, and family communication challenges. With over 20 years of experience at Solace (formerly Family Service Inc.), Angela brings a steady, grounded presence to her work with clients. In her work, Angela takes a balanced approach to therapy that is practical, insightful, and warm, helping clients gain skills while also feeling genuinely understood. She strives to create a space where people feel comfortable being themselves—open, honest, and willing to engage in the work of growth and healing. Angela believes that meaningful change happens within a strong therapeutic relationship and works collaboratively with clients to support clarity, resilience, and meaningful progress.
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**Ages Served:** 12–62
**Services Provided:** Individual, Couples, Family
**Primary Clinical Focus:**
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Addictions
- Grief and Loss
- Couples Counseling
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#### Holly Boettcher, LMSW, LCSW, QMHP
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Holly grew up in Northwest Iowa and has called the region home her entire life, beginning her work in human services and social work there with experience supporting individuals and families in homes, schools, hospitals, and various non‑profit agencies. Holly earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Buena Vista University in 2002, followed by a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership with a minor in Psychology from Buena Vista University in December 2004. In October 2023, Holly completed her Master’s Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Trauma from Chamberlain University, and in July 2024 she obtained her certification as a Qualified Mental Health Provider with the state of South Dakota. She has provided mental health therapy in outpatient settings and utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches, including person‑centered, strength‑based, systems theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, play therapy for children, and other evidence‑based practices. Holly’s areas of experience include Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Family Conflict and Relationships, Teens, and Kids
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**Ages Served:** 5+
**Services Provided:** Individual
**Primary Clinical Focus:**
- Trauma
- Play Therapy
- Adolescents / Teens
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Autism
- Personality Disorders
**Specialized Populations& Issues:**
- Family dynamics and relationship concerns
- Divorce-related stressors
- Survivors of Domestic Violence (DV)
- Survivors of Sexual Assault (SA)
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#### Wendy Kajer, MA, LPC-MH, QMHP, Reiki Master
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Wendy is a licensed professional counselor with a deep passion for supporting others on their path to emotional and mental wellness. Wendy's work includes assisting adolescents, adults of all ages, and couples as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADD, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship concerns, and more. Using an integrative therapy approach, Wendy emphasizes holistic methods while addressing mental health needs and prioritizes creating a safe, compassionate environment where clients can explore their experiences and work toward meaningful growth. Dedicated to helping individuals move toward greater daily joy and fulfillment, Wendy brings steady encouragement and a client‑centered presence to every session.
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**Ages Served:** 14+
**Services Provided:** Individual, Couples
**Primary Clinical Focus:**
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADD/ADHD
- Relationship and Couples Counseling
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
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#### Miranda Flenard, M.A.,
#### LPC-Supervisee, NCC
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Miranda is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisee providing in-person therapy in Sioux Falls and telehealth services throughout South Dakota. She is passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate life's challenges, heal from difficult experiences, and work toward meaningful growth and lasting change. Her experience includes working with clients impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, as well as individuals facing a variety of mental health concerns, life transitions, and personal challenges.
She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (2026) and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Child and Adolescent Development (2023) from the University of South Dakota.
Using a collaborative and client-centered approach, Miranda strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and accepted. She primarily draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Narrative Therapy while incorporating elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Miranda believes that exploring one's experiences, emotions, and inner world in a comfortable and welcoming space is an important part of the healing process, and she is dedicated to helping clients build resilience, gain new perspectives, and achieve their personal goals.
**Ages Served:** Adolescents, Adults
**Services Provided:** Individual Therapy
**Primary Clinical Focus & Populations:**
- Anxiety and stress management
- Depression and mood-related concerns
- Self-esteem and identity development
- Life transitions and adjustment concerns
- Relationship and interpersonal challenges
- Trauma-informed care
- Personal growth and wellness
- Adolescents and young adults
- Individuals seeking support through life changes and personal challenges
## Our Staff
##### Patty Brooks
Executive Director
##### Holly Boettcher
Clinical Director
##### Vonda Vander Woude
Executive Assistant
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##### Baylee Van Zee
Director of Marketing and Communications
##### Sage Ver Steeg
Director of Education and Outreach - Youth VIP Program Manager
##### Dee Ludewig
Operations and Technology Manager
##### Sara Krekelberg
Advocacy Program Manager
##### Donna Johnson
Receptionist
##### Karla Bly
Receptionist
##### Emily Lapolice
Solace Healing Arts Director
##### Lisa Conlin
Healing Arts Facilitator, Dance Collective Lead
##### Maria Denk-Travers
Healing Arts Facilitator
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##### Krysta Miller
Healing Arts Facilitator
## Rape Crisis Advocates Team
When trauma happens—day or night—our Rape Crisis Advocates are the first to respond.
Our Rape Crisis Advocate team provides immediate, trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual assault and their families during the most critical moments of crisis. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our advocates answer the crisis line, respond in person to hospitals and law enforcement agencies, and ensure no survivor faces the immediate aftermath of violence alone.
## Crisis Care Navigators
After the immediate crisis, the hard work of rebuilding begins. Our Crisis Care Navigators walk alongside survivors for the long journey ahead.
While Rape Crisis Advocates provide immediate response, Crisis Care Navigators offer ongoing support, advocacy, and resource connection as survivors navigate the complex aftermath of trauma. Navigators help with everything from accessing emergency shelter to understanding legal systems to connecting with long-term counseling—meeting survivors where they are and supporting them at their own pace.
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- [Learn More About Crisis Care](https://seeksolace.care/crisis-care?hsLang=en)
## Need Help Right Now?
**Crisis Hotline:** [1-877-IN-CRISIS](tel:+187746274747) (24/7)
**Walk In:** [2210 S Brown Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57105](https://maps.app.goo.gl/47qZJUqXoYWkBy58A)
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 12 PM
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#### Three Non Profits, serving Sioux Falls and the surrounding region now together as one.
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## About Solace
We provide crisis intervention, clinical therapy, trauma-informed healing arts, and prevention education for individuals and families across the Sioux Falls region. Comprehensive, coordinated care that honors every journey toward healing.
- [Crisis Care](https://seeksolace.care/crisis-care?hsLang=en)
- [Therapy Center](https://seeksolace.care/therapy-center?hsLang=en)
- [Healing Arts](https://seeksolace.care/healing-arts?hsLang=en)
- [Community Outreach](https://seeksolace.care/community-outreach?hsLang=en)
## Connect with Us
## Contact Us
[**2210 S Brown Place** **Sioux Falls, SD 57105**](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZpCoULT22uA4KP586)
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[**1-877-IN-CRISIS (24/7 Crisis Line)**](tel:+187746274747)
Solace will be closed when Sioux Falls Public Schools are closed due to weather.
## Crisis Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
[1-800-799-7233](tel:+18007997233)
National Sexual Assault Hotline:
[1-800-656-4673](tel:+18006564673)
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
Call or Text [988](tel:+1988)
Emergency?
Call 911 for life-threatening situations.
Solace is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax ID number 39-4657833) under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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