Our Mission

Dr. Kate Smaller is co-founder of Forward Edge Services, Director of Operations, and Clinical Supervisor. She has been in the field of social work and mental health since 2009, and in private practice since 2011. Her career began in Chicago, where she worked primarily with at-risk, gang-involved youth and survivors of sexual assault. Over the years, Kate has expanded her practice to help people of all ages heal, build self-strength, find greater meaning, and move forward in their lives. 

"One of the greatest compliments I've received as a professional is that I am 'refreshingly not burned out'. And it's true ~ How could I get tired of facilitating and witnessing transformations that bring people so much relief, joy, and personal freedom? This is exactly what I am meant to be doing, and it is such a pleasure to build genuine, meaningful relationships for a living!"

Dr. Mark Smaller is co-founder of Forward Edge Services, Financial Director, and Clinical Supervisor. Mark is a Psychoanalyst of 40+ years, and former President of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA). He also recently completed his term on the board of the International Psychoanalytical Association. 

After spending much of his career in Chicago, Mark moved full-time to Saugatuck/Douglas, where he works with children (as young as 2 years old), adolescents, and adults. Mark has also extended his leadership skills to the local community, having served as Rotary President, and now continuing as an active member spear-heading local initiatives.