MEET THE FOUNDERS
Dr. Sean Ridge, PhD, LMFT, ACS
Sean is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 25 years of counseling experience across Texas, Ohio, and Tennessee. He has taught at both the undergraduate and graduate level, specializing in topics like ethics, spirituality, and family therapy.
Sean previously co-founded the Texas Family Institute, a nonprofit focused on community-based mental health care.
At SoulBridge, his mission is to equip providers and organizations with the tools needed to serve rural and underserved communities with integrity and excellence.
Maria is a licensed mental health therapist, educator, and co-founder of SoulBridge. With nearly a decade of experience leading a nonprofit counseling center, she has helped thousands of individuals access affordable therapy by building partnerships with churches, schools, and community organizations.
Her passion lies in training emerging therapists, expanding access to trauma-informed care, and serving families across Appalachia.
Maria Greco, MA, LPC-MHSP
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Our Mission
At SoulBridge, our mission is simple: bridge the gap between communities and healthcare by equipping organizations, providers, and individuals with accessible, high-quality services.
We believe that every person deserves compassionate, affordable, and trauma-informed mental health care, especially in underserved and rural areas of East Tennessee and Appalachia.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a thriving network of healthcare resources where organizations, nonprofits, and providers work together to make healing accessible to all. We aim to cultivate a culture where mental, emotional, and relational wellness is embraced as a vital part of overall well-being, ensuring that every individual seeking support can find compassionate, professional care within their community.
Our Core Values
INTEGRITY
We are committed to the pursuit of doing and being good.
COLLABORATION
We are committed to listening, learning, and building something meaningful together.
HOLISTIC CARE
We are committed to honoring the complexity of the human experience.
Check Out Our Merch
The Stronger Together Collection
This SoulBridge design features bold lettering rising above Appalachian mountains, a tribute to the strength, resilience, and steady hope of the region we serve. The layered peaks reflect the highs and lows we walk through together, and the solid typography reminds us that community stands firm.
This piece is about grit, grace, and staying rooted while reaching forward.
Every purchase helps build bridges of hope across Appalachia.
The Foundation Collection
This Foundation SoulBridge design features a bold city skyline and bridge silhouette, a tribute to where we began and the community we’re building. With “Est. 2025” anchoring the design, it celebrates the year hope became action.
Clean. Classic. Timeless.
It’s more than a date, it’s the start of a movement rooted in connection, courage, and care. Every purchase supports SoulBridge’s mission to build bridges of hope across our city and beyond.
The Hope Collection
This limited-edition SoulBridge tee features a boho folk bird inspired by Appalachian artistry and mountain wildflowers. Rooted in themes of hope, resilience, and belonging, the design reflects the spirit of our region — simple beauty, deep roots, and community care.
Each shirt helps support SoulBridge’s mission to build bridges of hope and healing across Appalachia.
Wear it as a symbol of connection, compassion, and the work we do together.
Collaborate with us
Are you ready to embrace the life you’ve always wanted? Reach out today, and let’s start exploring how we can unlock your full potential together. Your journey to personal growth and lasting change begins with a simple step — contacting me!