By Michele Merxbauer, CEO of Spero In rural communities like ours, leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about building trust—step by step, word by word, action by action. At Spero, a mental and behavioral health agency serving Dodge, Steele, and Waseca counties, our greatest asset is our people: our employees and the communities…

Seeking mental health support can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with barriers like cost, stigma, and lack of resources. At Spero, we believe everyone deserves access to care—without obstacles. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), we’re expanding services, eliminating financial barriers, and offering comprehensive, whole-person care to better serve our community. What this…