Our Team
Brittany Neal MSW, LCSW
Brittany Neal’s journey in the world of care and support began in 2011, where she could be found chasing after toddlers and singing the ABCs during circle time. After several years of working in early childhood education, Brittany took her passion for helping others to the next level. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Services from Upper Iowa University in 2014 and, after a short break, dove deeper into the world of mental health by completing her Master’s in Social Work with a focus on Mental Health at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2019.
Throughout her studies, Brittany continued to work hands-on in her community, always finding new ways to support others. In 2013, she worked as a Community Support Manager at Community Living Connections, helping adults with developmental disabilities live independently. This experience opened her eyes to the power of sensory integration and the importance of non-verbal communication. In 2015, she transitioned to working with elders and adults with disabilities in public housing as a Service Coordinator at the Community Development Authority. Brittany used her therapeutic skills to connect deeply with individuals and families, building trust and understanding along the way.
In 2019, Brittany took on a full-time role as a Psychotherapist at Anesis Therapy, where she worked with children, families, and adults from all walks of life. Her focus was on supporting those in non-traditional family settings and creating a safe space for healing. Brittany is trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Infant Mental Health parent-child work, and she also loves integrating creative, expressive techniques to help individuals connect with their senses and express themselves in new ways.
Brittany is also currently pursuing a PhD in Infant Mental Health at Fielding Graduate University, where she is deepening her knowledge of child development and early emotional care. In addition to her therapy work, she is a qualitative research assistant at the University of Wisconsin, researching how African American mothers engage in reflective functioning within parent-child relationships, with a special focus on foster care.
Brittany believes that therapy can be a transformative and empowering experience, and she brings warmth, compassion, and a bit of fun to every session. She’s here to walk with you on your journey of healing and growth!
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Gena Foster
Certified Christian Life Coach
Born and raised in Minneapolis, MN, Gena’s journey of faith and service began with a powerful spiritual awakening in February 2000, when she was baptized in Jesus’ name and received the Holy Ghost. From a young age, she devoted herself to serving God’s people through teaching Sunday School, singing on the praise team, and creating small groups that uplifted young women ages 12–21. In 2009, she answered her call to ministry and received her local ministerial license. Today, she serves as Co-Pastor of Life Church Dane County alongside her husband and is a proud mother of four, a self-published author, Christian Life Coach, and a breast cancer survivor whose testimony continues to inspire many.
Gena brings her lived experience, compassion, and faith into her work on the Maternal PRESS team, where she supports mothers by helping them connect to essential services, set meaningful goals, and build confidence in their ability to thrive. Her approach is rooted in encouragement, spiritual grounding, and walking with each mother through moments of growth and transition. In addition to her maternal support work, Gena also serves as a CCS Rehabilitation Worker for Community Comprehensive Services. In this role, she provides skills development, task support, and goal-focused coaching to help individuals strengthen daily living skills and reach their wellness and recovery goals. She assists clients in breaking larger goals into manageable steps, developing organization and planning habits, building healthy routines, improving communication and self-advocacy, and practicing emotional regulation and problem-solving skills. Whether she is supporting mothers in the PRESS program or guiding CCS participants, Gena leads with love, empathy, and a steadfast belief that every person can grow, heal, and flourish with the right support.
Bobbie Briggs LMFT Psychotherapist
Hailing from the South Side of Chicago, IL, Bobbie Briggs, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and community mental health outreach specialist committed to expanding access to culturally grounded, compassionate care. With experience spanning psychotherapy, higher education, program development, and community engagement, she has supported individuals, families, youth, and community organizations across greater Madison.
Bobbie has developed and facilitated evidence-based mental health curricula, trauma-informed training, maternal mental health programs, and social-emotional learning groups in partnership with schools, nonprofits, and neighborhood centers. Her work is rooted in equity, relationship-building, and meeting communities where they are. A dedicated leader, she has served in multiple roles within Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and currently serves as Board Secretary and Personal & Professional Development Chair for the Urban League of Greater Madison Young Professionals. Bobbie holds an MS in Marriage & Family Therapy from Edgewood University and a BS in Community & Environmental Sociology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
When she is not working, Bobbie enjoys spending time with family, drinking peppermint tea, singing and listening to music, and watching her movies/tv shows, especially psychological thrillers!
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“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.”
— Audre Lorde