FOUNDER | THERAPIST | SPEAKER

Devon Frontczak is a licensed master social worker, speaker, and the passionate founder of Placed on Purpose, a mental health practice rooted in trauma recovery and emotional resilience. With both personal experience and clinical expertise, Devon helps individuals reclaim their lives from addiction, trauma, and emotional overwhelm.

Her journey hasn’t been easy—Devon knows firsthand what it means to fight for healing while balancing motherhood, education, and recovery. That lived experience fuels her mission to help others not just survive their pain, but rise with purpose. She specializes in working with adults and older teens who feel stuck in cycles of emotional chaos, grief, or self-doubt.

Devon’s approach blends evidence-based therapies like DBT with real-life strategies and, when desired, a faith-based lens. She’s especially passionate about empowering women, families, and professionals to understand trauma responses and build meaningful, purpose-driven lives.

Whether she’s providing therapy, leading a group, coaching a peer, or speaking on stage—Devon leads with authenticity, compassion, and the belief that everyone is placed on purpose.

LMSW, CAADC

Therapist • Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Jennifer Ritchie is a Licensed Master Social Worker and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a deep commitment to helping individuals heal from addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges. She brings over a decade of experience walking alongside clients through some of the most difficult seasons of their lives.

Jennifer specializes in working with adults and adolescents facing substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, and co-occurring mental health concerns. Her approach is grounded in compassion, clinical excellence, and a belief in every person’s capacity to recover and grow.

Using a blend of evidence-based practices—including CBT, DBT skills, and trauma-informed care—Jennifer creates a safe space for clients to explore their past, process their pain, and build a future rooted in hope and purpose. Her work is especially impactful for those in early recovery or navigating relapse prevention.

At Placed on Purpose, Jennifer empowers her clients to break free from shame, rediscover their identity, and walk in the fullness of who they were meant to be.

LMSW

Therapist for Caregivers, Families, and Individuals

Suzzanne Sexton is a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in supporting overwhelmed caregivers, individuals, and families—particularly those navigating medical complexities, end-of-life transitions, and emotionally intense seasons of life.

Suzzanne creates a safe, calming space for clients to process trauma, manage mood disorders like anxiety and depression, and find clarity and confidence during times of crisis. With a trauma-informed approach and deep compassion, she helps clients feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.

She is especially passionate about walking alongside caregivers who feel emotionally exhausted, isolated, or uncertain about what comes next. Her work helps individuals move from survival mode to a place of greater emotional balance and resilience.

At Placed on Purpose, Suzzanne is known for her steady presence, thoughtful insight, and unwavering dedication to helping clients navigate life’s hardest moments with dignity and strength.

PEER RECOVERY COACH

Jason Frontczak is a dedicated Peer Recovery Coach who brings lived experience, empathy, and encouragement to those navigating the path to recovery.

With a heart for service and a passion for second chances, Jason walks alongside clients as a relatable guide—offering support, accountability, and hope. He believes that recovery is possible for everyone and uses his journey to help others find strength, purpose, and a renewed sense of self. Jason creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can set goals, build resilience, and stay committed to their recovery journey.

OFFICE MANAGER

Victoria serves as the friendly and efficient heart of our office operations—and likely the first person you’ll talk to when you reach out to us.

With a strong background in office management, she combines organizational expertise with a warm, welcoming presence that makes clients and team members feel right at home. Ambitious and detail-oriented, Victoria ensures our day-to-day processes run seamlessly while fostering a positive, supportive environment for everyone she works with. She’ll cheer you on through your journey, answer your scheduling questions, and connect you to the resources and answers you need. Her dedication to excellence and genuine care for people make her an invaluable part of our team.