MEET THE TEAM
The heart of Live Strong House is our dedicated team of professionals who live out our mission every day. From licensed therapists to life coaches who live alongside students, each team member brings unique experience, passion, and commitment to helping young men find their path forward.
Clinical Team
Kim Jensen, LCSW
Co-Clinical Director / Primary Therapist
Kim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW and certificate in Disabilities Studies from the University of Utah. She has extensive experience working in psychiatric settings, crisis intervention, and with incarcerated youth.
Jordan Bybee, LCSW
Primary Therapist
Jordan holds a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from BYU. He specializes in helping adolescents develop emotional regulation and interpersonal skills through strengths-based, solution-focused approaches.
Jessica Walker, LCSW
Primary Therapist
Jessica received her MSW from the University of Utah and has worked extensively with teens and families, specializing in trauma-informed CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Haley Jex, LCSW
Co-Clinical Director / Primary Therapist
Haley holds a B.S. in Psychology and Family Studies from Weber State and an M.S. in Clinical Social Work from the University of Utah. She is a trained trauma-informed therapist who brings energy and passion to working with adolescents.
Academic Team
Monica Prusse
Academic Director
Monica graduated from Utah State University with a B.S. in Health Education with minors in French and English. She has extensive experience in special education and developing individualized programs for exceptional students.
Kim Littler
Teacher
Kim has a Bachelor's degree in History Teaching from Utah State and a Master's in Curriculum and Instructional Design from UVU. She is passionate about building relationships with students and watching them grow through hard work.
Riley Anne Adams
Teacher
Riley brings dedication and expertise to the academic team, focusing on personalized education approaches that meet each student where they are and help them achieve their goals.
Carie Olmstead
CCRP Advisor / EF Coach
Carie attended Utah State University studying special education. She has been trained to help students improve executive functioning skills and guides them through college and career readiness planning.
Betty Samples
Math & Science Tutor / Assistant Life Coach
Betty is currently attending Weber State University working toward a Math Teaching Degree. She loves helping students understand their coursework and is an avid reader who enjoys the outdoors.
Life Skills Team
Koins Hoffman
Transition House Life Coach
Born and raised in South Carolina, Koins brings experience as a Program Manager from Atlanta. As a person in long-term recovery, he is passionate about helping others heal from substance abuse while enjoying outdoor adventures.
Jovani Lopez Gonzalez
Life Coach
Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, Jovani is working toward his Barber License and brings several years of experience in the teen treatment industry, where he excels at building connections and serving as a positive role model.
Wickman Taylor
Life Coach
Wickman studied business and leadership at BYU and has been with Live Strong House since 2021. He is dedicated to creating a safe, loving environment while helping boys recognize their strengths and reach their full potential.
Antonio Elzy
Life Coach
Antonio has worked in the treatment industry for 3 years as a Behavioral Health Tech, Relapse Prevention Facilitator, and Case Manager. He enjoys helping those who struggle with substance abuse and stays active through golf and working out.
Esteban Alacio
Life Coach
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Esteban pursued professional soccer before finding his passion for working in mental health. He joined LSH in 2024, combining his love for sports, music, and helping people.
Tilo Barboni
Assistant Life Coach
Tilo is pursuing Integrated Studies with an emphasis in Business Leadership at Utah Tech. He believes in creating genuine connections and chose Live Strong House because its structure allows interpersonal relationships to flourish.
Jaren Egan
Life Coach
Jaren brings dedication and enthusiasm to the Life Skills team, working closely with students to develop practical life skills and build confidence in real-world settings.
Jacob Shaulis
Assistant Life Coach
From Indiana, Jacob has experience as a behavior technician with special needs adults and children. He is currently pursuing a degree in Sales at Weber State and enjoys outdoor activities including skiing, climbing, and mountain biking.
Britton Parrish
Assistant Life Coach
Britton grew up in Anchorage, Alaska with three younger brothers. He enjoys snowboarding, biking, camping, and team sports, and is a keen consumer of film, music, and literature.
John Strom
Assistant Life Coach
Originally from Washington, John moved to Utah in 2022 for skiing. He participated in wilderness therapy as a teenager and uses his personal experience to connect with students. He maintains 11 aquariums and claims to be a chess master.
Angel Banuelos
Assistant Life Coach
Born and raised in California, Angel has called Utah home since 2017. He plans to pursue college studies in therapy and enjoys snowboarding, longboarding, fishing, and attending music festivals.
Mark Donat
Life Coach
Mark brings expertise and dedication to the Life Skills team, focusing on helping students develop the practical skills and confidence they need to succeed in independent living.
Brayden Christenson
Assistant Life Coach
Brayden brings energy and commitment to the Life Skills team, working with students to help them develop independence, responsibility, and personal growth.
Tate Stapely
Life Coach
Tate is dedicated to helping students build practical life skills and develop the confidence needed to succeed in real-world settings through daily mentorship and guidance.
Madyson Taylor
Transition House Day Staff
Madyson joined Live Strong House alongside her husband Wickman as a co-life coach. She shares a deep commitment to the mission and values of the program and has embraced her role as a supportive presence for the boys.
Medical Staff
Chelsie Harris
Nurse Practitioner
Chelsie brings comprehensive medical expertise to Live Strong House, providing professional healthcare services and ensuring the wellbeing of all students in the program.
Mindy Johnson
Registered Nurse
Mindy graduated from Weber State University in 1998 and has been a nurse for over 24 years. She loves taking care of people and has enjoyed getting to know the youth in the Live Strong House program.
Administration
Aaron Edwards
Program & Finance Director / Founder
Aaron has a B.S. in Technical Sales and Marketing from Weber State. For nearly 20 years, he owned a successful business and now dedicates his career to helping youth with their challenges through practical life skills.
Alani Havili
Program Director
Alani spent 3 years building the Transition House program before becoming Program Director. He has a Bachelor's in Sociology from the University of Utah where he also played football.
Amy Cagle
Quality Assurance & Compliance Director
Amy was a business major with an emphasis on finance at Weber State and is currently working toward her MBA through Western Governors University. She brings experience from financial services and HR management.
Erik Rhodes
Facilities Manager
Born in Sweden but raised in Arizona, Erik has education in automotive technology and music production. He worked for years in wilderness therapy and is passionate about working on cars and making music.
Kelsee Webb
Program Coordinator
Kelsee graduated from BYU-Hawaii with a degree in Bio-Medicine and Mathematics. She worked as a Trail Walker for wilderness therapy and fell in love with behavioral therapy and working with adolescents.
Gray Aydelott
Admissions Director / Substance Abuse Specialist
Gray was born in Ogden with southern roots from Georgia and Tennessee. He is working toward his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Utah and is a professional musician and performer.
Mark Spalding, LCSW
Clinical Director / Founder
Mark has a B.S. in Family Studies and Psychology from Weber State and an M.S. in Clinical Social Work from the University of Utah. He founded the De Novo Project and competes in endurance events including the Goliath Race.
Misti Fleming
Neurofeedback Technician / HR Manager
Misti was born and raised in Kaysville, Utah and graduated from BYU with a BA in Communications and Political Science. She has 4 sons and feels right at home working with the boys at Live Strong House.
Paul Taylor
Executive Director / Founder
Paul brings 28 years of experience in residential treatment, having served as a special education teacher, group facilitator, and executive director. He holds an MS in Special Education from the University of Utah.
Professional Family Support
Marilyn Siegel
Family Therapist
Marilyn holds an MA in Social Work from NYU and has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She collaborates with educational consultants, wilderness therapists, and treatment facilities.
Dr. Joshua Cluff
Clinical Psychologist
Joshua holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology and is the lead psychologist of ClearView Psychological Services. He has 24 years of experience in mental health, including roles from line staff to clinical director.
Emil Harker
MS LMFT
Emil graduated with an MS from Utah State University and is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. He has 20+ years of experience and created the "Break Through Parent Training and Support Program" for Live Strong House families.
Beth Hillman
Parent Life Coach
Beth is a certified Life Coach and facilitator who brings personal experience from her journey with her own son in treatment. She is passionate about helping parents embody self-awareness, emotional resiliency, and conscious discipline.
Clinical Team
Kim Jensen, LCSW
Co-Clinical Director / Primary Therapist
Kim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW and certificate in Disabilities Studies from the University of Utah. She has extensive experience working in psychiatric settings, crisis intervention, and with incarcerated youth.
Jordan Bybee, LCSW
Primary Therapist
Jordan holds a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from BYU. He specializes in helping adolescents develop emotional regulation and interpersonal skills through strengths-based, solution-focused approaches.
Jessica Walker, LCSW
Primary Therapist
Jessica received her MSW from the University of Utah and has worked extensively with teens and families, specializing in trauma-informed CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Haley Jex, LCSW
Co-Clinical Director / Primary Therapist
Haley holds a B.S. in Psychology and Family Studies from Weber State and an M.S. in Clinical Social Work from the University of Utah. She is a trained trauma-informed therapist who brings energy and passion to working with adolescents.
Academic Team
Monica Prusse
Academic Director
Monica graduated from Utah State University with a B.S. in Health Education with minors in French and English. She has extensive experience in special education and developing individualized programs for exceptional students.
Kim Littler
Teacher
Kim has a Bachelor's degree in History Teaching from Utah State and a Master's in Curriculum and Instructional Design from UVU. She is passionate about building relationships with students and watching them grow through hard work.
Riley Anne Adams
Teacher
Riley brings dedication and expertise to the academic team, focusing on personalized education approaches that meet each student where they are and help them achieve their goals.
Carie Olmstead
CCRP Advisor / EF Coach
Carie attended Utah State University studying special education. She has been trained to help students improve executive functioning skills and guides them through college and career readiness planning.
Betty Samples
Math & Science Tutor / Assistant Life Coach
Betty is currently attending Weber State University working toward a Math Teaching Degree. She loves helping students understand their coursework and is an avid reader who enjoys the outdoors.
Life Skills Team
Koins Hoffman
Transition House Life Coach
Born and raised in South Carolina, Koins brings experience as a Program Manager from Atlanta. As a person in long-term recovery, he is passionate about helping others heal from substance abuse while enjoying outdoor adventures.
Jovani Lopez Gonzalez
Life Coach
Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, Jovani is working toward his Barber License and brings several years of experience in the teen treatment industry, where he excels at building connections and serving as a positive role model.
Wickman Taylor
Life Coach
Wickman studied business and leadership at BYU and has been with Live Strong House since 2021. He is dedicated to creating a safe, loving environment while helping boys recognize their strengths and reach their full potential.
Antonio Elzy
Life Coach
Antonio has worked in the treatment industry for 3 years as a Behavioral Health Tech, Relapse Prevention Facilitator, and Case Manager. He enjoys helping those who struggle with substance abuse and stays active through golf and working out.
Esteban Alacio
Life Coach
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Esteban pursued professional soccer before finding his passion for working in mental health. He joined LSH in 2024, combining his love for sports, music, and helping people.
Tilo Barboni
Assistant Life Coach
Tilo is pursuing Integrated Studies with an emphasis in Business Leadership at Utah Tech. He believes in creating genuine connections and chose Live Strong House because its structure allows interpersonal relationships to flourish.
Jaren Egan
Life Coach
Jaren brings dedication and enthusiasm to the Life Skills team, working closely with students to develop practical life skills and build confidence in real-world settings.
Jacob Shaulis
Assistant Life Coach
From Indiana, Jacob has experience as a behavior technician with special needs adults and children. He is currently pursuing a degree in Sales at Weber State and enjoys outdoor activities including skiing, climbing, and mountain biking.
Britton Parrish
Assistant Life Coach
Britton grew up in Anchorage, Alaska with three younger brothers. He enjoys snowboarding, biking, camping, and team sports, and is a keen consumer of film, music, and literature.
John Strom
Assistant Life Coach
Originally from Washington, John moved to Utah in 2022 for skiing. He participated in wilderness therapy as a teenager and uses his personal experience to connect with students. He maintains 11 aquariums and claims to be a chess master.
Angel Banuelos
Assistant Life Coach
Born and raised in California, Angel has called Utah home since 2017. He plans to pursue college studies in therapy and enjoys snowboarding, longboarding, fishing, and attending music festivals.
Mark Donat
Life Coach
Mark brings expertise and dedication to the Life Skills team, focusing on helping students develop the practical skills and confidence they need to succeed in independent living.
Brayden Christenson
Assistant Life Coach
Brayden brings energy and commitment to the Life Skills team, working with students to help them develop independence, responsibility, and personal growth.
Tate Stapely
Life Coach
Tate is dedicated to helping students build practical life skills and develop the confidence needed to succeed in real-world settings through daily mentorship and guidance.
Madyson Taylor
Transition House Day Staff
Madyson joined Live Strong House alongside her husband Wickman as a co-life coach. She shares a deep commitment to the mission and values of the program and has embraced her role as a supportive presence for the boys.
Medical Staff
Chelsie Harris
Nurse Practitioner
Chelsie brings comprehensive medical expertise to Live Strong House, providing professional healthcare services and ensuring the wellbeing of all students in the program.
Mindy Johnson
Registered Nurse
Mindy graduated from Weber State University in 1998 and has been a nurse for over 24 years. She loves taking care of people and has enjoyed getting to know the youth in the Live Strong House program.
Administration
Aaron Edwards
Program & Finance Director / Founder
Aaron has a B.S. in Technical Sales and Marketing from Weber State. For nearly 20 years, he owned a successful business and now dedicates his career to helping youth with their challenges through practical life skills.
Alani Havili
Program Director
Alani spent 3 years building the Transition House program before becoming Program Director. He has a Bachelor's in Sociology from the University of Utah where he also played football.
Amy Cagle
Quality Assurance & Compliance Director
Amy was a business major with an emphasis on finance at Weber State and is currently working toward her MBA through Western Governors University. She brings experience from financial services and HR management.
Erik Rhodes
Facilities Manager
Born in Sweden but raised in Arizona, Erik has education in automotive technology and music production. He worked for years in wilderness therapy and is passionate about working on cars and making music.
Kelsee Webb
Program Coordinator
Kelsee graduated from BYU-Hawaii with a degree in Bio-Medicine and Mathematics. She worked as a Trail Walker for wilderness therapy and fell in love with behavioral therapy and working with adolescents.
Gray Aydelott
Admissions Director / Substance Abuse Specialist
Gray was born in Ogden with southern roots from Georgia and Tennessee. He is working toward his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Utah and is a professional musician and performer.
Mark Spalding, LCSW
Clinical Director / Founder
Mark has a B.S. in Family Studies and Psychology from Weber State and an M.S. in Clinical Social Work from the University of Utah. He founded the De Novo Project and competes in endurance events including the Goliath Race.
Misti Fleming
Neurofeedback Technician / HR Manager
Misti was born and raised in Kaysville, Utah and graduated from BYU with a BA in Communications and Political Science. She has 4 sons and feels right at home working with the boys at Live Strong House.
Paul Taylor
Executive Director / Founder
Paul brings 28 years of experience in residential treatment, having served as a special education teacher, group facilitator, and executive director. He holds an MS in Special Education from the University of Utah.
Professional Family Support
Marilyn Siegel
Family Therapist
Marilyn holds an MA in Social Work from NYU and has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She collaborates with educational consultants, wilderness therapists, and treatment facilities.
Dr. Joshua Cluff
Clinical Psychologist
Joshua holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology and is the lead psychologist of ClearView Psychological Services. He has 24 years of experience in mental health, including roles from line staff to clinical director.
Emil Harker
MS LMFT
Emil graduated with an MS from Utah State University and is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. He has 20+ years of experience and created the "Break Through Parent Training and Support Program" for Live Strong House families.
Beth Hillman
Parent Life Coach
Beth is a certified Life Coach and facilitator who brings personal experience from her journey with her own son in treatment. She is passionate about helping parents embody self-awareness, emotional resiliency, and conscious discipline.