Our Employees

We value our employees as they are the most important resource. Our employees are highly trained, supervised, and receive ongoing levels of support during their employment. We hire people from a wide range of backgrounds to meet the individualized needs of our patients. We are always seeking out new dynamic individuals to add to our treatment team. We strive to make Access Behavioral Health Services a welcoming place to work and we believe that is reflected in our employees attitudes towards their work.

Anabel Navarro

[Therapist]

Anabel is a licensed Professional Counselor. Her favorite color is pink. She graduated from Boise State University with a Masters of Counseling degree, emphasis in Addiction Studies. Her personal approach to counseling is based on an Adlerian framework, with a humanistic worldview that values the importance of environmental influences that should mandate a holistic perspective on treatment. Anabel strives to specialize on dual diagnoses cases that deal primarily with severe mental illness. She approaches counseling the the assumption that people are motivated in life by having a sense of purpose, belongingness and worthiness, not only in society, but in life. Anabel focuses on individual's assets and aid them in finding ways to improve their quality of life in a manner that meets their needs. Her style is directive and goal oriented with an emphasis on family work, the implications of environment influences, developing health coping skills and promoting rational cognitive thinking.

Skip Goddard

[Therapist]

My name is Skip Goddard, psychotherapist with Access Behavioral Health Services. Working with individuals is a passion of mine, in which I first began cultivating while working as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist for many years after receiving a Bachelor of Science from Boise State University. I've since earned a Master of the Arts in Trans personal Counseling Psychology at Naropa University in Boulder Colorado. I've been lucky enough to gain experience in working with a very eclectic and diverse clientele. I've effectively worked with combat veterans suffering from PTSD, victims of domestic violence, individuals suffering from life transition issues and bereavement, gender and sexuality issues, children on the autism spectrum including Asperger's, troubled youth and adolescents, spiritual emergency, various clinic diagnoses including Bipolar I and II, Schizophrenia, Schizo affective Disorder, Major Depression, Borderline Personality, psychosis, relationship problems, addictions, and family struggles. I've found that by focusing on the individual in the moment with unconditional positive regard without judgement can lead to development of an extremely beneficial therapeutic relationship. And so, I primarily use Person Centered Therapy in conjunction with integrated concepts of Trans personal Psychology which is the most contemporary form of psychology based in the study of consciousness and experience integrating the various schools of psychology with Eastern Wisdom traditions and Buddhist Psychology and Mindfulness based practices. Thus my prime therapeutic modalities are Gestalt Psychotherapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Jungian Dream work, and Vipassana (insight) meditation. I currently live in Boise with my wife and three children and enjoy outdoor activities; snowboarding, backpacking, mountain biking and spending time with family and friends.

Sarah Johnson

[Program Director, Region III]

Sarah Johnson works at Access Behavioral Health Services inc. as the program director of Region III. She has fifteen years experience working in the human service field providing advocacy, support, and education for individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and mental health diagnosis's. She developed an interest is assisting individuals reach their personal goals in a supportive environment while working with the venerable homeless population in Seattle Washington. Sarah earned her bachelor of arts in social work in 2005 and earned her license in social work in 2005 after passing board examinations. Sarah is currently pursuing a masters degree in social work.

Heather Romanowski

[Office Manager Nampa]

Heather lives in Kuna, Idaho and is the office manager of our Nampa location. Her leadership and dedication make her a valuable team member to Access Behavioral Health Services. She enjoys the personal contact that she gets to have with all the Nampa clients, and in her free time enjoys playing the piano and singing karaoke.

Nikki Tangen

[Owner]

Nikki Tangen has lived in the Boise area for her entire adult life and most of her childhood. She graduated from BSU with a degree in Special Education with endorsements in working with children with mild, moderate and severe disabilities in 1995. Her goal in life is creating a community where people with disabilities can live happy, fulfilling lives in their own homes. This is both a professional and a personal goal as she is a volunteer guardian for a young woman who struggles with both developmental and mental health disabilities. After working many years for different private agencies and The Federation of Families she opened a behavioral health clinic with her business partner Laura to create a work environment for both her employees and patients to flourish to their full potential. When not at work Nikki is raising her two boys, eight chickens, honey bees, dog and couple of cats. Nikki was a foster parent for the State of Idaho for many years and although she no longer is a foster parent she continues to work with at-risk kids in her home. When Nikki is not running around to music and swim lessons she enjoys our Boise Community and will often be found attending local events and enjoying our amazing outdoor recreation areas.

Laura Scuri

[Owner]

Laura Scuri grew up and attended schools in Eastern Idaho. She moved to Boise in 1987 and graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. Laura has been working with and advocating for people with disabilities since graduating college. She is actively involved in the politics of behavioral health, participating with Mental Health Providers association for the last 12 years and working with the Idaho Legislature and Medicaid annually to promote quality services for people with disabilities in Idaho. Laura opened Access Behavioral Health Services with her business partner Nikki in 2004 to create an environment where both employees and patients can reach their full potential in a supportive creative environment. When not at work Laura loves spending time with her 2 children and her Schnauzer Gracie. She enjoys travel to exotic places, learning to cook, reading books about books, spending time with her friends and family, and can often be found our enjoying the beautiful Idaho mountains and back country.

Jody Kendrick

[Community Outreach Specialist]

Jody has been working in various capacities in the human services field for the last 11 years. She moved from direct care to group home management and now is using her unique perspective to network and gather resources that benefit the individuals seeking services. Jody enjoys reaching out into the community to make the connections that assist the people we serve.

Molly Gratton

[Therapist]

Molly is a licensed clinical social worker and a registered play therapist/supervisor. She is a registered clinical supervisor through the State of Idaho. Molly has served on the board of directors for the Idaho Play Therapy Association and has been it's President since July 2009. Molly relocated from the Midwest in September of 2006 with the goal of expanding play therapy across the state of Idaho and to enrich the lives of our children. With over 14 years experience helping helping children and families cope with challenging life circumstances, Molly is dedicated to enhancing and empowering the lives of the people with whom she works. Molly provides counseling services to children. adolescents and families. Molly uses both directed and non-directed play therapy with children and families. Often when using directed play therapy it is used in a "prescriptive" approach. Her theoretical focus combines expressive therapies, particularly play therapy, with behavior modification, skills training, Adlerain, and cognitive behavioral techniques. Molly has extensive training using the Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy approach, which is an effective treatment approach used with children who have trauma histories and reactive attachment disorder. Children diagnosed with ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Attachment and Adjustment Disorders are welcome. Families who have experienced sexual, verbal or physical abuse, domestic violence, death, loss and grief, divorce, adoption or incarceration of a parent will find a safe environment for healing with Molly. A unique treatment plan is created for every child following an initial evaluation where symptomatology and life stressors are reviewed. Children and adolescents may be seen individually or in family therapy. Parents may receive parent education and training on how to provide positive discipline for children while managing difficult and challenging behaviors.

Vanessa Johnson

[Director of Psycho-social Rehabilitation]

Psycho-Social Rehabilitation is an intense therapy for individuals who present with mental wellness issues. This community based therapy is specifically designed to reestablish skills lost due to the development of a mental health disorder. As the director of this program it is my goal to ensure that each individual has an active involvement in their treatment while being treated with dignity and respect. I strive to remain up to date on all best practice treatment models and ensure that each staff member is fully trained in these models. Strength based approaches are considered common practice to ensure that each participant is given the skills to take control over their own life. I have worked in PSR for over 5 years learning just as much about treatment from clients as from college. I am available for any questions and would love the opportunity to meet with anyone further interested in this unique and adaptive method of treatment.

Marcy Humphrey

[Therapist]

Marcy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who earned her Master's degree from Colorado State University. She has ten years of clinical experience focusing upon adolescents, adults, couples, and families in both Colorado and Idaho. Marcy utilizes a positive, strength-based family systems approach while incorporating narrative therapy and solution-focused therapy techniques. She has extensive training and experience with treating grief and loss, trauma, couples conflict, marital distress, depression and anxiety. As a LMFT, Marcy encourages individuals and families to work towards enhancing their relationships and striving for both individual and family change. Marcy is an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) level II certified practitioner and regularly uses his in her practice with adolescents and adults. Marcy is also a State of Idaho Approved Supervisor who regularly provides clinical supervision.

Dawn Cannon

[PSR Administrator]

Kelly Perreira

[Refferals Specialist]

Kelly's educational background is in fine arts and horticulture. This gives her the ability to get creative and think outside the box. She accidentally started working in the field and has discovered that she enjoys working with the community and helping individuals access beneficial services.

Van Beechler

[DDA Program Director]

My name is Evangeline M Beechler. I received my Bachelors in Fine Arts from Boise State University. In 2004, I began working for Access Behavioral Health Services as a developmental therapy technicians working at home and in the community with children and adults with developmental disabilities. In 2005, I became certified as a Developmental Specialist and took on a supervisory role. In 2007, I became certified as a Developmental Disabilities Agency Program Director for Access. As Program Director, I supervise both of our Developmental Specialists and all of our developmental therapy technicians. I work closely with teachers, parents, guardians, and other services providers to ensure that our participant's needs are always being met. My bachelor's degree in Art has helped me to be a creative problem solver and I enjoy advocating for those with disabilities. I am also certified to teach MANDT and CPR/First Aid.

D.J. May

[Receptionist]

D.J. was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. She enjoys working in the downtown area since the company's location is so close to so many great resources. DJ loves the staff and clients she works with and particularly enjoys being able to meet and greet everyone at the front desk.

Daniel Hardin

[Therapist]

Daniel Hardin is a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters of counseling degree from Idaho State university. He has experience with a diversity of Clients that includes a broad age range (8-70), various cultural perspectives (issues concerning integration into the dominant culture of southern Idaho), and sexual identities. His areas of expertise revolve around how spirituality affects mental heath and GLBT life/relationship issues. He has worked with clients that experience a wide spectrum of mental health issues. Dan is humanistic in hes approach to clients and uses a strength-based model to increase a client's ability to cope with their issues an gain an improve experience of well-being. Dan is able to quickly establish rapport with clients due to his belief that all human beings should be treated with dignity and deserve respect.

Amy Curtis-Schaeffer

[Therapist]

I have a deep passion for helping ALL people and I am advocating for social justice. I strive to provide a counseling environmental that focuses on individuals and is safe and non-judgmental.

Degolia Johnson

[Title]

Bio to come

Elli Dutcher

[Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner]

Elli Dutcher, MSN, FNP, is a registered and certified Family Nurse Practitioner who specializes in the mental health treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. Elli is a graduate of College of Southern Idaho where she received an Associate Degree in nursing. She attended and graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelors Degree in nursing and finally received her Masters and Post-Masters nurse practitioner degree at Gonzaga University in 1997. Elli is a longtime Idaho resident. She is the former Athletic Director of the Sun Valley Athletic Club while attending CSI. In 1992 she moved to the Treasure Valley to attend BSU and worked as a Registered Nurse at St. Alphonsus Medical Center and as a Nursing instructor at Treasure Valley Community College until 1997. Elli is a strong advocate for Idaho's at risk youth. Currently she treats under-served children and adolescents at Region III Mental Health. She is also the medical and mental health provider for the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections in Boise, Nampa, and Lewiston.

Lindsey Stenshoel

[Psychiatric Nurse Practisioner]

Lindsey Stenshoel, NP-C, MSN, BSN, is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is originally from Sandpoint, Idaho, and attended the University of Idaho (Go Vandals!) before graduating Magna cum luade with her nursing degree from Boise State University and continuing on for her Masters degree in Nursing from Idaho State University. When away from Access, Lindsey enjoys traveling, golfing, skiing, and spending time with families and friends. After traveling to 17 countries so far Iceland is her favorite destination.

Gina Mulder

[Therapist]

Gina Mulder is a licensed professional counselor with an emphasis on Addiction Studies who earned her master's degree at Boise State University. Gina has experience in working with adults, couples, adolescents and domestic violence survivors. Gina's theoretical approach includes expressive therapies, Adlerain, solutions focus, and cognitive behavioral techniques. Gina maintains a holistic approach to counseling that takes into consideration the whole person - physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Gina believes that counseling is a pathway for growth and healing. It is an opportunity to live with greater awareness, achieve balance in life, and create new possibilities for happier living. Gina is a member in good standing with the American Counseling Association, Idaho Counseling Association and the American Mental Health Counselor Association.

Carolyn Corbett

[Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner]

Carolyn Corbett, MSN, PMHNP is board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for the treatment of children, adolescents and adults. She received her Post-Masters Certificate NP education from Rush University in Chicago in 2009, following a long management career that included 21 years of senior management, most recently as Vice President Patient Care Services and CNO for Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center. During her time at Saint Alphonsus, Carolyn served three years as the elected Regent for Idaho and on the ACHE National Council of Regents. Prior to her arrival in Boise; Carolyn served 12 years as Vice President and CNO for Robert Packer Hospital and later Senior Vice President Patient Care Services, for Guthrie Healthcare System in northeastern Pennsylvania. As Senior Vice President, she led the development of the quality outcomes and care management system. Carolyn has a strong interest in change leadership, organizational and professional development. She developed a private practice in executive coaching and leadership development and worked with other executive coaches in New York's southern tier to deliver services to both health care and other industry clients. Carolyn started her nursing career at St. Louis Children's Hospital after graduating from Jewish Hospital's Diploma program in St. Louis, MO. She worked as a staff nurse and then nurse manager for the Neurology/Neurosurgery and the Psychiatry Units while she earned her BSN and MSN from St. Louis University. Carolyn later earned an MBA from State University of New York, Binghamton and graduated from Corporate Coach University, International's business coaching program. She has held ANCC certification in Nursing Administration, Advanced (CNAA-BC), board certification from ACHE in healthcare management and is now a retired Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Leah Suddarth

[Service Coordination Supervisor / Therapist]

I have Bachelors degrees in Psychology and Crime and Justice Studies from the University of Idaho. In 2007 I obtained my Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. In March, 2010 I began my career at Access Behavioral Health Services. I started as a PSR worker and have transitioned to my current position. In July 2011, I obtained my Idaho counseling license, and have started to a small caseload of individuals in conjunction with running the service coordination/case management department. I have worked in the mental health field for several years and enjoy providing services to individuals in the community. I love working for a company that is focused on treatment and providing quality services.

Tyler Beck

[Receptionist]

Tyler is new to the Access team but brings with her 10 years of office experience. She enjoys meeting new people, and when she isn't tied up answering phones you can find her watching movies with her two dogs.

Case Management

[Team]

We have an amazing team of service coordinators/case managers who are here to assist adults, children and families. Our team links people with resources in the community, manages mental health services, assists with finding housing and employment, coordinates appointments and transportation, and provides a variety of other services. All services are based on individual needs and are aimed at assisting individuals with obtaining quality services. All team members have a minimum of a bachelors degree in a human service field and have experience working in the mental health field.

BOISE OFFICE	NAMPA OFFICE
(208) 338-4699	(208) 465-4833
1276 River Street	3307 Caldwell Blvd
Suite 100	Suite 104
Boise, ID 83702	Nampa, ID 83651