MEET THE TEAM

Kim Jensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and received her MSW and certificate in Disabilities Studies from the University of Utah, where she also received her B.S. in Communication/Journalism.

Kim has worked as a clinician in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, on the crisis line/suicide hotline, with MCOT (Mobile Crisis Outreach Team) and with incarcerated youth. She is a governor-appointed board member of the Youth Parole Authority and the Utah Developmental Disabilities Council. She serves on the Autism Council of Utah and provides research and expert testimony for individuals with autism who encounter law enforcement and the criminal justice system. Kim has presented at multiple conferences and provides training on autism.

Kim and her husband are the parents of three adult children and two goldendoodles. She enjoys outdoor adventures in the mountains, including skiing, hiking and mountain biking, and enjoys global travel. She is also a published author of a children's book and freelances for FACES magazine.

Jordan Bybee has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Brigham Young University. He has worked with adolescents for the past several years in different residential settings. He began his journey working with adolescents struggling with substance abuse related issues. He has spent time working in a sex-specific treatment, working with adolescents on the autism spectrum, and assisting adolescents who suffer from trauma through EMDR therapy.

Jordan is passionate about assisting youth and their families in establishing healthy and long-lasting relationships. Jordan takes a strengths-based, solution–focused approach with his clients. He strongly believes that through assisting students in developing emotional regulation, productive hobbies, and interpersonal regulation skills that they are best able to reconnect with what matters most in their lives.

Outside of work, Jordan enjoys spending time with his wife, mountain biking, fishing, watching sports or a great movie, and just being in the outdoors.

Jessica Walker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and received her MSW at the University of Utah. She received her BSW at Brigham Young University-Idaho.

Jessica started working with teenagers in 2006 at an inner-city youth program in Chicago; this started her passion for working with teens. She then went on to work as a Juvenile Probation Officer and support staff for boys and girls in a residential treatment center. Jessica has experience working with families and teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use, ADHD, neurodevelopmental struggles, personality disorders, self-harm and suicidal ideation.

Jessica focuses on building a positive relationship with teens and their families through experiential activities and a strengths-based approach. Jessica is experienced in CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, experiential modalities, substance use and trauma-informed CBT.

Jessica and her husband are parents to 4 boys, 1 girl, a grand-baby, 2 dogs, and 10 chickens. Jessica loves being with her family camping, hiking, mountain biking, and traveling.

Haley has a B.S. in Psychology and Family Studies from Weber State University and an M.S. in Clinical Social Work with an emphasis in mental health from the University of Utah.

She is a trained trauma-informed therapist and has spent time working with individuals and their families who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Haley has worked in a variety of settings and with a variety of client demographics, including adolescents, parents, and families. She especially loves working with adolescents and loves the energy that they bring to the process.

Outside of her professional life, Haley enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing and watching sports (especially University of Utah football), and doing anything outdoors. She loves more than anything spending time with her husband and their four children.

Monica Prusse has grown up in Utah and attended Utah State University graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Health Education, with minors in French and English and a Secondary Education certification, in 2001.

She taught English and French for several years before staying at home to raise her 4 children. She began an at home-tutoring business, working mainly with math students, and acting as an educational liaison between teacher and parents to help students develop their executive functioning skills.

In 2014, Monica returned to the classroom and added a Special Education certification to her teaching license. Her love for exceptional students, identifying needs and creating educational programs where students can thrive, helped lead her to Live Strong House where the focus is on the success of each student as a unique individual.

Growing up in Utah, she has a love of all things mountain, lake, and desert. She adores science fiction and Masterpiece Theatre, but her most loved activities are camping with her family, backpacking with her girlfriends, and biking with her husband.

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Carie Olmstead attended Utah State University studying special education. She has worked in a school setting for the past nine years and loves working and helping students succeed.

Carie has been trained to help students learn techniques to facilitate improved executive functioning skills and to implement them in their everyday lives. She loves working with high school age students and the diversity they bring. She also enjoys helping students discover all the possibilities available to them after high school through college and career readiness.

Carie enjoys spending time with her five daughters, her husband Jake, and their dogs. She grew up in Kaysville, Utah, and enjoys the state's amazing outdoor playground as well as baking, reading, and High Fitness.

Betty grew up in Layton, Utah and graduated Northridge High School in 2019 with her Associate's Degree. She is currently attending Weber State University and is working towards a Math Teaching Degree.

Betty worked as a Paraprofessional at Logan High School for the 2023-2024 school year. She loved working with the students and helping them understand their coursework. She joined Live Strong House hoping for more of the same, and she has not been disappointed!

Betty is an avid reader. She also enjoys time outdoors, rock n' roll, and her time spent with family and friends.

Koins Hoffman was born and raised in Greenville, South Carolina. Growing up he enjoyed team sports, primarily soccer and baseball, but also loved fishing, hunting, and camping. As a teenager he worked at a local State Park and realized a career spent in the great outdoors was what he was looking for.

As a person in long term recovery Koins also fell in love with helping others heal from substance abuse. Koins has spent the past several years working with teens and adults as the program manager at a treatment center outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Koins recently decided to move out west and come join the LSH family where he could spend more time in the mountains snowboarding, climbing, and mountain biking.

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Hayden is a lifelong resident of Utah. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Family Studies at Weber State University, with plans to continue their education by obtaining a Master's degree in Family Therapy. With over three years of experience in the treatment industry, Hayden is dedicated to helping others achieve their highest potential. He particularly enjoys working with children to help them build a strong foundation for a successful future.

In his free time, Hayden enjoys a variety of hobbies, including camping, fishing, hiking, boating, caving, archery, swimming, frisbee golf, writing, and painting.

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Britton grew up in Anchorage, Alaska with his three younger brothers. A perfect preparation for working with teenage boys. After attending Brigham Young University, he moved to Salt Lake City, where he worked in both the legal and pet care industries before joining Live Strong House.

Britton enjoys a variety of activities including snowboarding, biking, and camping, as well as team sports like soccer and volleyball. When he isn't bouncing off rocks outside, he is a keen consumer of film, music, and literature.

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Mark Donat has seven years of experience working as a guide in various wilderness programs and six years working with adults and children who have special needs. Mark has also worked as an aquatic instructor, a high adventure director, and a program director at various Boy Scouts of America summer camps.

Mark is pursuing a degree in Information Systems Management. He loves the outdoors and working with young people.

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Mindy Johnson graduated from Weber State University in 1998 and has been a registered nurse for over 24 years. She brings comprehensive nursing expertise and compassionate care to the students at Live Strong House.

Paul brings to Live Strong House 28 years of experience and knowledge in the residential treatment industry. His roles have included special education teacher, group facilitator, and director of academics, residential and marketing. He has served as an executive director for the last 10 years.

Paul earned his B.S. in Psychology and Sociology, and a Master of Science in Special Education from the University of Utah, where he also earned distinction as a Comprehensive Behavior Specialist. He has specialty training in behavior management, behavior consulting, assessments and testing, and vocational training. Paul holds a Special Education teaching certificate from Utah State University.

He has six children and a wife he loves doing everything with. He enjoys the outdoors, running, and biking, but his favorite thing of all is playing with his kids and dancing with his wife, Sara.

Mark has a B.S. in Family Studies and Psychology from Weber State University and an M.S. in Clinical Social Work with an emphasis in Forensic Clinical Social Work from the University of Utah.

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Family Life Educator, trained Neurotherapist, and Field Instructor at the University of Utah. Mark is also the founder of the De Novo Project, a charity that provides mental health services and scholarships for therapeutic boarding schools.

One of Mark’s hobbies is competing in endurance events. Mark refers to these hobbies as self-therapy. He runs, bikes, or swims most days and has competed in marathons, Ironman triathlons, and ultra-distance cycling events.

He created his own ironman-distance (140.6 mile) triathlon called The Goliath Race, which helped fund the De Novo Project. He’s also a mediocre skier and rock climber.

Mark’s real joy is spending time with his wife Amy and their five children, Devin, Sam, Ty, Noah, and Drue. Mark and Amy have been sweethearts since high school and plan on many more years to come.

Aaron Edwards has a B.S. in Technical Sales and Marketing from Weber State University. For nearly 20 years, Aaron was the owner of a successful business, acting in many capacities, including project manager, sales manager, general manager, and the association industry president. Aaron was the lead on innovation and bringing new technology to the industry.

Aaron has always enjoyed mentoring adolescent boys and has been involved with youth programs for more than fifteen years. During this time, he developed a true passion for youth and now dedicates his career to helping youth with their challenges.

Aaron's business expertise and real-life application helps youth better understand the do's and don'ts of life. Aaron knows what it means to become a contributing member of society, not just emotionally but also by learning practical skills like writing a resume, interviewing for a job, developing and keeping a budget, and handling life's challenges. At Live Strong House, Aaron provides opportunities for residents to gain these skills.

Aaron loves to bike, run, hike, ski, and camp—anything that involves the outdoors. He has completed many long-distance races and events and enjoys any athletic challenge. Aaron is married and enjoys family time with his wife and four daughters.

Alani spent 3 years running and building the Transition House program here at Live Strong House and now has taken on the role of Program Director.

Alani has a Bachelor of Sociology from the University of Utah where he also played football. Since graduating from the University of Utah in 2018, he has worked with troubled youth in health facilities for adolescents.

Alani comes from a family-orientated background. In his free time, he likes to enjoy delicious food, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Amy Cagle grew up in Utah after living a short time in the Florida Keys. She was a business major with an emphasis on finance at Weber State University. She is currently working towards her MBA through Western Governors University.

After being a stay-at-home mom for several years, Amy entered the workforce and became a financial advisor for an investment company. She later worked in HR over insurance at the Davis School District. Amy had the opportunity to join the Live Strong House team and has loved working for them.

Amy and her husband have 4 kids. She enjoys playing golf and tennis, going to the gym, going out to eat, watching sports, and anything to do with being outside.

Gray Aydelott was born in Ogden, Utah, but his family roots are southern bred from Georgia and Tennessee. He is currently working towards his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Utah. Aside from returning to school and pursuing a career in clinical therapy, he really wants to develop his own studio and do more research on music therapy.

He has a passion for working with our students on overcoming their adversity and recognizing their potential. Live Strong House feels like home to him.

Gray is a professional musician/performer/songwriter/actor and loves writing music, traveling, fishing, cooking, and playing guitar.

Erik Rhodes was born in Malmo, Sweden but raised in Arizona. He has pursued education in automotive technology and several college courses for music production. He was a mechanic for a racing team in Arizona and even track raced motorcycles. He worked for several years in wilderness therapy for the ANASAZI Foundation.

Erik was attracted to Live Strong House by the structure, culture, and model it is built on and the opportunity it gives the students to set and achieve goals in a real life environment.

Besides working on cars (or anything with wheels or a motor), Erik loves being in the outdoors and is passionate about making music. He comes from a family of 3 dads, 2 moms and 6 brothers.

Misti Fleming was born and raised in Kaysville, Utah. She graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor's of Arts in Communications and Political Science. She worked for a few years writing news and producing programs at local radio stations before taking a break from her career to pursue motherhood.

After being raised in a family of 6 girls, Misti was blessed with 4 sons. She enjoys being surrounded by boys and feels right at home working with the boys at Live Strong House.

Kelsee Webb was born and raised in Murrieta, California. She graduated from Brigham Young University–Hawaii with a Bachelor's degree in Bio-Medicine and Mathematics in 2017.

After graduating, Kelsee moved to Arizona and worked in wilderness therapy as a Trail Walker for The Anasazi Foundation for a year and a half. It was while working for Anasazi that Kelsee fell in love with behavioral therapy and working with adolescents. Kelsee has been an assistant life coach and teacher at Live Strong House. After teaching at Live Strong House for three years, she was hired to be the Executive Assistant and Program Coordinator. She is very excited about the opportunity to work more closely with the boys in a new way.

Kelsee plays music in a few bands, loves to snowboard, plays hockey, and keeps herself as busy as she can.

Joshua holds an MA and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from the American Psychological Association accredited John F. Kennedy University. In addition to providing consultation services with Live Strong House, he is the lead psychologist of ClearView Psychological Services; a dynamic team of psychologists who provide comprehensive psychological assessment and consultation services to clients in treatment and out.

After his first season working in wilderness therapy in 1994, Joshua knew he wanted to focus his life's work on supporting adolescents, young adults, and families in transition. He has worked as a transporter, a line staff, a therapist, a staff psychologist, and clinical director in his 24 years working in mental health.

To his work as a psychologist, Joshua brings a wide variety of unique life experiences, including several years as a soldier in a Special Forces unit, overseas work with the Drug Enforcement Agency, rowing for his college varsity crew team, traveling solo through Asia, starting an environmental education program for inner-city youth, and being a parent himself. He and his family work to spend as much time outside and traveling as possible. He lives in Salt Lake City, Utah with his wife and two children.

Marilyn Siegel LCSW-R holds an undergraduate degree in psychology and education. In 1991, she completed her Masters of Social Work at New York University. She is certified in the Bayley Scales of Infant Assessment, Vineland Training, and the Conners Rating Scale.

Marilyn has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She collaborates with educational consultants, wilderness therapists, and treatment facilities.

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When my fifteen-year-old son went to wilderness, I realized he wasn't the only one who needed a reset. I was a wreck, feeling completely lost and scared, and that change for either of us was impossible. My journey of self-development led me to become a certified Life Coach, facilitator of Arbinger's Living With an Outward Mindset seminar, and a Life Coach for parents.

The principles and skills I learned and applied to my parenting had a massive, life-altering impact on me, my family, and especially my wilder-kid. I am living proof that relationships can be rebuilt through the power of self-awareness, emotional accountability, and consistent parenting.

I am passionate about helping parents embody self-awareness, emotional resiliency, relationship accountability, and conscious discipline. I teach these skills and help parents apply them to their own situations. I did it for my family of five boys while transitioning my son home, and I can help you do it for yours.