Beyond Addictions | In-home Detoxification & Innovative Recovery Services

	Beyond Addictions Team
	Bottom row starting from the left: Susan Francom, RN; Melinda Reed, RN, BSN; Marv Seppala, MD; Mike Douglas RPh; Kerry Pioske, RN, MS, ANP; Alysa Hilton, RN, MS, ANP Middle row starting from the left: Clark Caswell, BA, CADC II; Curtis Jurgensmeier; Terri Weber-Harris, BA, CADC II; Stacy Lange, MSW, CADC II ; Jennifer Lewis; Jonathan Brems; Lef Hylton Top row starting from the left: Catherine O’Brien, BA, CADC I; Maiya Thomas, RN; Kim Brown, MA, CPS; Monica Fowler; Amy Holbrook, LCSW, CADC III; Lynn Emmons RN, BSN; Lois Jackson, RN, MS


		Melinda Reed, RN, BS Melinda Reed started Beyond Addictions in September 2006, after brainstorming with Nurse Practitioners Alysa Hilton and Kerry Pioske on how to incorporate drug and alcohol detoxification into the home or hotel setting. The initial idea of providing detoxification services expanded into providing Outpatient Treatment and Recovery Services under the direction of nationally known Addictionologist Dr. Marvin D. Seppala. Melinda brings the expertise of In-home Care and Corporate Culture of servant leadership to Beyond Addictions. Melinda was a Critical Care Nurse who became involved in telemedicine development, and telephone-linked care while working in a hospital setting. Melinda started No Worries In-home Care in 1996 with the desire to create her ideal work environment and provide innovative home care. No Worries provides Complex CNA Care, Personal Care, and Non-Medical Care in the Portland, Oregon area. No Worries has grown rapidly and is currently celebrating over 10 years of providing quality care and a corporate culture consisting of unusual strategies which have resulted in more than 50% of the staff having been with No Worries for more than two years. Melinda became involved in state-wide In-home Care Licensure as a member of the Rules Committee for the Health Care Licensure and Certification Division of the Department of Human Services. Melinda started an informal network of In-home Care Agencies around Oregon and then petitioned Oregon Health Care Association to allow membership to In-home Care Agencies. Melinda became the In-home Care Committee Chair for Oregon Health Care Association and traveled around Oregon teaching other agencies how to comply with licensure and training trainers to teach the Medication Administration Training to caregivers. In addition to these volunteer activities, Melinda has been a Community Health Clinical Nursing Instructor for Portland Community College for 7 years and for Washington State University’s RN to BSN to MSN program for 5 years. In March, Melinda spoke at the National Private Duty Association’s National Conference on Leadership in Orlando, Florida.



		Alysa Hilton, RN, MS, ANP Alysa Hilton has been in the Nursing field for twenty six years and has been a Nurse Practitioner for 15 years. Alysa worked at Hazelden Springbrook for nine years before starting Beyond Addictions in September 2006. She worked in the detox unit at Hazelden helping people withdraw from alcohol and other addictive substances. In 1993 Alysa received the Golden Rule award for starting a volunteer clinic at a local homeless shelter. She has a daughter in college and a son in middle school. Hobbies include watercolor painting, drawing and attending the symphony.

		Kerry Pioske, RN, MS, ANP Kerry Pioske, a Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner has worked for several years detoxing patients at a residential treatment facility. Kerry has lived and worked in Los Angeles and Minneapolis working in acute, renal, cardiac and internal medicine. She has been a patient educator, nursing educator, a discharge coordinator and worked in college health service. The conception and structure of Beyond Addictions has been the dream of Kerry’s. Her greatest love and accomplishment is her marriage and two sons. Hobbies include reading, gardening and fine dining.

		Lynn Emmons, RN, BSN Lynn Emmons received her Bachelors of Science degree in nursing from Arizona State University where she graduated cum laude. Lynn has 15 years of psychiatric and dual-diagnosis nursing in primary psychiatric facilities in the Phoenix and Portland areas. She also has 18 years of experience in charge, supervisor and manager nursing positions. Lynn spent 7 years working in a primary chemical dependency facility, Hazelden Springbrook. Lynn came to Beyond Addictions because it is an exciting and innovative approach to treating addiction with a group of people she admires and enjoys working with immensely. She is a married mother of three. Hobbies include reading, traveling, camping, and riding motorcycles with her family.

		Mitch Hartly, LPN Mitch Hartly has worked in addiction treatment for 3 years at Providence Portland Medical Center prior to joining Beyond Addictions. He came to Beyond Addictions for the opportunity to be a part of a great team that is redefining the treatment of this disease. Hobbies include travel, watching football, and most importantly, spending time with his wife and daughter.

		Maiya Thomas, RN Maiya Thomas has been a Registered Nurse for 30 years. In her 30 years as a Nurse she has worked in the trauma and addiction fields. Maiya came to Beyond Addictions because she believes that addiction is a treatable disease. Her passion for this field stems from personal and professional reasons. She believes Beyond Addictions stands for bringing hope from the despair of addiction. Maiya is married to a Pediatrician, has nine children, one grandchild, three dogs, and one cat. Hobbies include Broadway shows, kid’s football, lacrosse, basketball, and soccer games.

		Hugh Boeving, MS Hugh Boeving received his Masters degree in Conflict Analysis and Conflict Resolution from George Mason University. He has twenty years experience working in Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Mediation, and Restorative Justice. His work with Beyond Addictions includes Individual and Group Therapy. Hugh has a special interest in Recovery and Spirituality. He enjoys playing with his children, reading, swimming, and meditation.

		Stacy Lange, LCSW, CADC II Stacy Lange holds a Bachelors Degree in Social Science from Southern Oregon University and is a CADC II. She also holds a Masters Degree of Social Work from Portland State University and is in the final stages of completing her LCSW requirements. Stacy has worked in the field of addiction for 13 years. Stacy’s primary focus has been working with addicted clients and their families. Prior to joining Beyond Addictions she supervised the Family Program at Hazelden Springbrook. She is excited about the opportunity to provide treatment services in a new way. Hobbies include music and gardening.

		Terri Weber- Harris, BA, CADC II Terri Harris earned her Master’s Degree in counseling from George Fox University in April 2007. Terri has worked in the addictions field for 15 years. She worked 5 years at Tualatin Valley Mental Health- outpatient, DUII and assessments. She also worked at Hazelden Springbrook for 10 years as a Women’s Residential Case Manager. Terri specializes in eating disorders and women’s issues. Terri held an internship and volunteers at Good Samaritan Ministries. Hobbies include working out, skiing, gardening, crafts, reading, and enjoying her family. She also loves the color green and Tweety.

		Clark Caswell, BA, CADC II Clark Caswell a native Oregonian obtained a degree in management from George Fox University. He is a CADC II who has worked in the field of addiction treatment for nearly a decade. Clark began his career as an intern as Hazelden Springbrook and moved up through the ranks as an evening/weekend counselor, Case Manager and eventually as a supervisor of the Men’s Treatment Program. Clark decided to change his career path with Hazelden and came to Beyond Addictions in hopes of providing customized care in a new innovative way. Hobbies include traveling, scuba diving and boating.

		Catherine O’Brien, BA, CADC I Catherine O’Brien received her Bachelors of Arts degree in education from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. Catherine has taught elementary school and junior high school as well as worked as an office manager for several businesses. She is a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor and has worked in residential and outpatient treatment settings with both male and female clients. She is very passionate about the field of addiction and the opportunity to help people achieve recovery. Catherine came to Beyond Addictions to be part of a creative and innovative approach to recovery. She believes it is an incredible opportunity to offer client centered treatment that takes into account people’s individual needs. Hobbies include reading, gardening, sports (especially NCAA basketball), traveling, music, and spending time with her two children.

		Kim Brown, MA, CPS Kim Brown holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Secondary Education, an MA in Psychology/Addiction Studies, and is SAPTS Certified. Previous experience includes ADAPT agency in Roseburg Oregon and the Department of Human Services, Addictions and Mental Health Division in Salem Oregon. Kim became interested in Beyond Addictions in her role as Regional Coordinator. She was so impressed by the positive and respectful attitudes of all those involved, the progressive and innovative thought process behind the concept of providing treatment to individuals and families, removing traditional barriers to treatment and treatment success.

		Shane Haydon, Ph.D. Dr. Haydon received his Bachelor's degree from Lewis and Clark College and Masters and Doctorate from the University of Victoria. He is a Licensed Psychologist and holds a Certificate of Proficiency in the diagnosis and treatment of Substance Use Disorders from the American Psychological Association's College of Professional Psychology. Dr. Haydon has extensive experience in the treatment of Substance Use Disorders. He served as an administrator for the Oregon Mental Health Division, was in private practice for many years and recently retired as the Regional Vice President at Hazelden Springbrook.

		Amy Holbrook, LCSW, CADC III Amy Holbrook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Beyond Addictions and in private practice in Lake Oswego. She specializes in treating women recovering from addiction and other disorders, and helping people make changes for better health. Amy provides long and short term psychotherapy for individuals, couples and groups.



		Jennifer Lewis Jennifer Lewis holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration with a Marketing and Advertising emphasis from Portland State University. She likes working at Beyond Addictions because of the inspiring innovative team who truly love what they do. Hobbies include running, hiking, whitewater rafting, traveling, reading, and learning/trying new things.

		Lef Hylton Lef Hylton has worked with computer networks for several years now, and has a background in Web Development and Computer Information Systems. After doing research in Antarctica, Lef studied micro-biology in the jungles of Belize before returning to the United States. Currently, he is developing new technology in Astrophysics for use in deep sea and space exploration. In his spare time, he enjoys electricity. Lef is an outdoor enthusiast, and enjoys hunting, hiking, and all of the great things that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.



		Mike Douglas, RPh Mike is the Pharmacist at Mike’s Medical Pharmacy in Newberg, Oregon

		Yoshi Ito, Master of Oriental Medicine Yoshi Ito is a Licensed Acupuncturist at Beyond Addictions. Yoshi provides acupuncture, acupressure, and massage therapy (shiatsu).

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