We believe that all that is good begins and ends with a SMILE!
Who We Are
At the Center for Family Development, we believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life, free from the burden of mental health concerns. Our story began in 2004 when our founder, Jill Madsen-Kelly, had a vision to create a safe and compassionate space where individuals, couples, and families could receive exceptional mental health care. Over the years, our team has grown, and we have evolved to provide a wide range of services that cater to the unique needs of our clients.
What We Do
We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our team of licensed professionals, including counselors, social workers, psychologists, and marriage and family therapists, are committed to delivering exceptional care that is tailored to each individual's needs. We believe that healing is a personal journey, and we strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where our clients feel heard, understood, and valued.
Our Services
At the Center for Family Development, we offer a wide range of services, including:
- Therapy for anxiety and depression
- Trauma and PTSD treatment
- Child, adolescent, and adult counseling
- Marital and family counseling
- Treatment of obsessive compulsive disorders
- Assessment of parent and child relationships
- Treatment for school achievement problems
- Multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment for developmental disorders
- Special education consultation
- Family support for special needs children
- Social skills development for children with developmental differences or emotional difficulties
- Integrative therapy (body, mind, and spirit)
- School phobias
Meet Our Team
Our team is led by experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional care. Our directors, Margaret Madsen-Kelly and Aaron Denham, bring a wealth of expertise and passion to their work. Our Perry District office is staffed by a talented team of therapists and staff, including Jadyn Grant, Practice Coordinator, Katie Cushner, MSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and many others.
Our Commitment
At the Center for Family Development, we are committed to providing exceptional care that is compassionate, private, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health services, and we strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where our clients feel empowered to thrive.
Negative Experiences
Many reviewers have had poor experiences with therapists in the Spokane area. Keith L. had a terrible time with Wyatt O'dell, who failed to establish a proper rapport and instead exploited his clients' trust. Wyatt was accused of narcissistic abuse and blame-shifting.
Deitrek Molett had a positive experience with Jonathan Weber, who was helpful and open-minded, but the majority of negative experiences outweigh the positive ones. Private User praised Matt, but it's unclear if he is related to the group being reviewed. Powderhawk S. had issues with the director Jill at the location where their daughter received therapy, citing unprofessional behavior and a lack of concern for patients' needs over making a profit.
Ineffective Therapy
Therapy is often criticized for being ineffective, with Wyatt O'dell being accused of using blame-shifting and gaslighting. Some therapists are unwilling to listen to their clients and instead push their own biases. This lack of effective communication and lack of effort in understanding the clients' needs leads to poor outcomes.
Unprofessional Behavior
Some therapists, like Wyatt O'dell and Jill, are accused of being unprofessional and more concerned with making a profit than helping their patients. This can lead to feelings of exploitation and mistrust.
