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.

LLMSW

Therapist for Adolescents, Adults, and Families

Tairan is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker with a heart for supporting individuals and families navigating life’s hardest moments. She specializes in working with adolescents and adults experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

Known for her calm presence and compassionate approach, Tairan creates a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal. She uses a trauma-informed lens along with evidence-based practices to help clients build emotional resilience and strengthen their relationships.

Tairan is especially passionate about helping teens and parents communicate more effectively, process loss, and manage emotional stress in healthy ways. Her goal is to walk alongside each client with empathy and practical support as they move toward greater self-awareness, healing, and hope.

At Placed on Purpose, Tairan brings a thoughtful and grounded energy to every session, meeting each client exactly where they are—with purpose and without judgment.

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.

OFFICE MANAGER

The Heart Behind the Front Desk

Marilyn is the friendly, organized, and compassionate presence who keeps Placed on Purpose running smoothly. As our office manager, she handles scheduling, billing, and client communication with care and efficiency—making sure every person feels welcomed and supported from the very first call.

With a background in administrative support and a heart for helping others, Marilyn understands that reaching out for mental health services can be a big step. She goes above and beyond to make the process stress-free, whether she’s answering questions about services or making sure clients are matched with the right therapist.

Marilyn is often the first point of contact for clients, and her warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail help set the tone for a positive experience from day one.

At Placed on Purpose, Marilyn is more than our office manager—she’s a vital part of our mission to create a healing space where people feel cared for and understood.