STAFF

Compassionate Care by Christian Professionals:

Margaret (Peggy) Oeschger, Ph.D.,

Margaret (Peggy) Oeschger, Ph.D., Director


Margaret (Peggy) Oeschger, Ph.D., Director, is a clinical psychologist who received her M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Louisville in Kentucky. She began private practice work in 1983 with her husband, Dr. David Oeschger, who founded WellSpring and served as its Director until cancer took his life in June, 2006. Since that time, Peggy has assumed the role of Director and also continues to maintain a counseling caseload.


Peggy’s graduate and employment experience prior to entering private practice was obtained in settings including a child guidance clinic, Veterans Administration Hospital, juvenile detention facility, and university campus counseling center. She counseled at the Safe Landing Youth Shelter in Akron from 1981–1985, and she completed her doctoral clinical internship at the Child and Adolescent Service Center in Canton, Ohio.


Peggy treats children/adolescents, adults, couples, and families suffering from a wide range of problems in living and relationships. In her counseling, she combines her professional training and experience with an understanding of biblical principles, character development, and compassion.


Peggy has resided in the City of Green area since 1979, and she has two adult children.

Brian Tindall, Ph.D.

Brian W. Tindall earned a Ph.D. in Guidance and Counseling with special emphasis in Marriage and family therapy, at the University of Akron in 1998. He holds both the Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Independent Marriage and family therapy (LIMFT) licenses in the state of Ohio.


Brian has experience working with individuals, couples and families in various settings including juvenile justice, residential treatment, community-based agencies, and private practice since 1981. His approach to therapy is strongly influenced by his faith and therapeutic modalities including systemic therapy, solution-focused therapy, and strategic therapy. He desires to be respectful and compassionate in his delivery of service and to inspire hope for growth and change.


Brian resides in Copley with his wife Julie. They have two adult children.

Antoinette T. Cooper, Psy.D.,

Antoinette T. Cooper, Psy.D., is a psychologist and graduate of the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. She has extensive experience providing individual psychotherapy and relationship counseling for adults since 1986. Toni is especially interested in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and adult survivors of dysfunctional families.


In addition to her work in private practice, Dr. Cooper has taught Continuing Education courses to professionals at institutions such as Case Western Reserve, John Carroll, and Cleveland State Universities. Toni has also served as an adjunct assistant professor at Northeast Ohio Medical University. Her work has been featured on local television and radio.


Dr. Cooper is available at WellSpring for counseling appointments with adults and couples. She has afternoon, evening, and Saturday hours.

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Jennifer Morgan, Psy.D.

Jennifer Morgan, Psy.D., joined WellSpring as a provider of clinical services in June, 2003, under the supervision of Dr. David Oeschger. She became independently licensed as a psychologist in 2005. Jennifer completed her undergraduate work at Grove City College where she began integrating her studies of psychology and theology. Her graduate work was completed at Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University in La Mirada, California. She returned home to the Northeastern Ohio area to complete her residency at NEOUCOM.


Jennifer has had experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings, conducting psychotherapy and psychological assessment with adults, children, couples, families, and groups. She enjoys helping people develop healthy boundaries in all areas of life, effective communication skills, truth-filled thinking, secure relational attachments, and intentional living. Jennifer also has a particular interest in teaching and leading workshops/seminars on various mental health issues. Jennifer and her family reside in the Akron area.


Karen Williams, M.A., LPCC

Karen Williams, M.A., holds both a Business Degree from Malone College and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary. Karen is a Licensed Professional Counselor.



Karen has a background in hospital settings and completed an internship at St. Thomas Behavioral Health for alcohol and drug addictions. Additionally, she has experience in school settings and Community Mental Health through employment with Child Guidance and Family Solutions, including extensive work with elementary age students and adolescents.


Karen joined the WellSpring clinical staff in 2019 and works with children/adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Ryan Cook, Ph.D.

Ryan Cook, Ph.D., holds both the Professional Clinical Counselor and Marriage and Family Counseling Licenses. He is a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Ryan completed the requirements for his doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Akron. Ryan has worked in various settings over the years with individuals, families, and couples, including private practice experience and employment at the Christian Children’s Home of Ohio and Akron Children’s Hospital in their intensive services program.


In addition to his work in private practice and clinical settings, Dr. Cook has taught counseling and supervision courses at the University of Akron and Walsh University. Dr. Cook currently teaches at the University of Mount Union in their Psychology, Neuroscience, and Human Development department. Dr. Cook joined the WellSpring clinical staff in 2020.


Ryan resides in the City of Green with his wife, their five children, and their Bengal cat.


Other staff:

Juanita Lohr — Office Manager/Bookkeeper: Joined WellSpring in 1986.
Toni Collins — Secretary: Joined WellSpring in 2022.

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