Dr. Tasha Farrar, MD
Dr. Farrar is a board-certified psychiatrist who provides evidence-based psychiatric medication management and psychotherapy services. She prefers to collaborate with therapists and the patient’s medical team. She values the importance of patient education and shared decision-making. In addition to prescribing medications, she also employs multiple non-medication strategies including nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, yoga, mindfulness, positive relationships, relaxation, and productive, meaningful pursuits. Learn more about these strategies with a series of videos produced by ThedaCare Behavioral Health in collaboration with Dr. Farrar.
Dr. Farrar specializes in Reproductive Psychiatry in an outpatient setting. She also provides formal consultations to other providers on reproductive psychiatry issues. In 2018, she became one of the founding board members of the Wisconsin Chapter of Post-partum Support International. Since 2006 Dr. Farrar has lectured on a variety of psychiatric topics to primary care providers, therapists, students, and women's care specialists. She also consults with the Mosaic Family Health Clinic's residency training program.
In addition, Dr. Farrar has published a document on reproductive psychiatry that you are free to distribute without restriction.
Dr. Farrar founded Farrar and Associates Mental Health in 2020, and appreciates the support and encouragement she is receiving from friends, family, patients, colleagues, and the Fox Valley medical community. She looks forward to building a center for excellence and welcoming new clinicians to the practice soon.
In her free time, she enjoys cooking, bonsai, gardening, yoga, and playing board games with her family. She also serves three cats who kindly allow her to live in their home.
Joelle Fellinger is a board-certified Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist and is licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber in the State of Wisconsin. She has been providing psychiatric care to diverse populations since 2001. Her experience includes working in a large health care system in both inpatient but primary outpatient settings, most recently with a private outpatient mental health clinic.
Joelle has extensive experience in diagnosing and providing psychiatric medication management to adults with depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and sleep difficulties. She works collaboratively with mental health therapists to provide a team approach to care with the firm belief that medication management along with mental health therapy provide the best outcomes in care. Additionally, emphasis on healthy lifestyle practices is also supported in her holistic approach to treatment. Joelle strives to create a partnership with the client and involve that individual in the treatment planning as much as possible. Her patients have commented about her genuine warmth and caring nature and as someone who listens with understanding.
Joelle Fellinger, APNP
Joelle received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh in 1996 and graduated with a Master of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 2001. As a native of the greater Fox Valley area, she grew up on a family owned dairy farm. She now enjoys the outdoors by gardening, walking her dog, Scout, and camping with her husband and 3 children. In her quiet time, she also enjoys singing, reading, and spending time with family.
Dr. Melissa J. Pecor, Ph.D
Dr. Pecor provides individual and group therapy for adults focusing on women’s health issues. One of her main specialty areas is working with women who are experiencing depression or anxiety in the prenatal postpartum period. Pregnancy and the first year with a baby can be more stressful than many people realize and is a time of transition for women and their relationships. Providing continued support, coupled with learning how to balance this new role and managing stress can really help moms adjust to the changes and enjoy this time with their baby. Her hope is that women can learn new skills and resolve issues so they can move on and enjoy a healthy life with their family.
Dr. Pecor believes the best part of her job is seeing women become more confident as mothers and individuals. She believes that experiencing a healthy pregnancy and the first year with a baby is not only important to a mom’s health, but also to her child’s well-being and long-term path. She views working with clients as a collaborative, active process. She utilizes cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal and group therapy techniques to support and engage clients in addressing their identified issues.
Dr. Sherrie Kamm, Ph.D
Sherrie Kamm, PhD is a licensed psychologist specializing in child, adolescent, young adult, and pediatric medicine populations. She enjoys partnering with patients and their families to support healthy growth and development. She has expertise in working with children through young adults with both acute and chronic medical issues. Dr. Kamm utilizes evidenced-based interventions and creative approaches that honor a patient’s unique interests and strengths. She believes that parent-involvement is an important part of helping children reach their goals.
Before moving to the Fox Cities in 2020, Dr. Kamm provided therapy and consultation-liaison services at Children’s Hospital-Minnesota. Dr. Kamm’s clinical interests include coping with acute and chronic illnesses, mind-body issues, bereavement, and anxiety disorders. She has completed specialized training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and Clinical Hypnosis.
Dr. Kamm has worked as a psychologist since 2001 after earning her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Missouri St-Louis and completing her internship and postdoctoral fellowships at Children’s Minnesota. As a staff psychologist at Children’s Minnesota, she also served as a supervisor for doctoral interns within the APA-accredited psychology internship.
Dr. Steven Turchan, MD
Dr. Turchan is a board certified psychiatrist who joins Farrar and Associates with over 30 years of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric experience. Originally born in New York, Dr. Turchan moved to Wisconsin to practice in the Fox Valley. Having been trained in pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, he provides care to adults requiring treatment for mood disorders, anxiety conditions, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder as well as psychotic disorders. He works in collaboration with therapists and medical care teams to provide the best care he can.
Dr. Turchan loves psychiatry because no two cases are the same. Drawing from his experience, he understands that there are rarely quick fixes in psychiatry, but the key is to keep trying to find the right combination. Dr. Turchan considers each of his patient’s stories like reading a great autobiography, with each session adding another chapter. He feels honored that patients are willing to share their stories, and to let him into their lives to help them.
Subsequent to his own health issues, Dr. Turchan understands the fear, anxiety and stress that patients experience. He believes it is important for the physician to be attentive, respective and responsive to facilitate quicker healing and better outcomes.
Dr. Turchan received a bachelor of Science from Brown University. He attended medical school at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Dr. Turchan did his internship in internal medicine and his psychiatry residency at Stony Brook University Hospital. In his free time, Dr. Turchan enjoys hiking, painting, gardening, fishing, cooking, and mostly spending time with his family.
Linell Berkley, MSW, LCSW
Linell Berkley is a licensed clinical social worker and certified EMDR therapist. As a general practitioner she provides treatment for adults, couples and families. Linell specializes in treating anxiety, depression, infertility, insomnia, life transitions, marital and relationship concerns, family conflict, stress and trauma. Linell is eclectic in her therapeutic approach utilizing attachment based, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), emotionally focused, family and marital, Gottman Institute method, integrative, mindfulness based, psychodynamic, schema therapy and trauma focused interventions.
Linell is passionate about helping clients identify how their past experiences shape their current ways of thinking, relating and coping. She offers a treatment style that is compassionate, collaborative and goal-oriented. Linell's empathy and honesty create a comfortable therapeutic environment where clients are empowered to improve the quality of their lives.
Linell received her Bachelor of Psychology degree and Master of Social Work degree from Florida Gulf Coast University. Linell is certified through the EMDRIA International Association and has worked in the field of mental health since 2000. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, yoga, culinary adventures and catering to her two Chihuahuas who are convinced they are Great Danes.
Marcy, BS: Clinical Support Lead
Marcy comes to us with many years of experience in psychiatry. Whether you need a refill or are struggling with a new medication, she is here to make sure that your concerns will be communicated to your provider. Marcy is also our intake specialist and can answer any questions regarding referrals to Farrar and Associates.
Marcy is a long time Wisconsin resident who enjoys road trips, reading and walking.
Kathy, RN: Psychiatric Nurse
Kathy joins our Psychiatric support staff with over 12 years of experience in outpatient mental health. Kathy values collaborating with patients in an individualized and compassionate manner. She is available to assist with scheduling, medication questions, and with communication between patients and providers.
Kathy received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Fairfield University. Her past experience includes Medical/Surgical Nursing, Home Care Supervision and Administration, and Home Health Aide program instruction and development.
In her free time, Kathy enjoys walking her dogs, reading, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Kate, BA: Office Manager
Kate has degrees in Anthropology and French from Minnesota State University-Mankato. She loves learning about language and people. She began working at a mental health clinic in 2013. Throughout her years of experience working in this field, she has found it rewarding to provide support to clinicians so they can concentrate on serving their clients. She is happy to help with scheduling, refills, and any questions related to billing and insurance.
In her free time, she likes weight lifting, reading, and cuddling with her cats Moose and Bagheera.
Chris, BA: Clinical Support Specialist
Chris comes to Farrar and Associates with a degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire.
He has multiple years of experience as psychiatric support staff including work as a psychometrist, administering tests to assess people with neurological issues. In his free time, he enjoys playing video and board games, listening to podcasts, or watching a good movie.
Jim, BA: Information Technology
As a veteran of multiple IT departments, Jim comes to Farrar and Associates ready to vigilantly protect patient data and confidentiality. He finds great purpose in efficiently removing technical friction between clinicians and their patients, and also believes that a tidy cabling job is its own reward.
He enjoys a good run along the banks of the Fox River when he's not working.
