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Animal-Assisted Therapy is the inclusion of animals and the environment in behavioral health services, such as individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Sessions may include the client, animal specialist, therapist, and animal.
Nature-Based Intervention is the practice of being in nature to boost growth and healing, especially mental health. With staff support, clients and visitors are invited to participate in nature through gardening, nature walks, fishing, low-impact ropes course, and other outdoor exploration on the property.
Animal-Assisted Therapy & Nature-Based Activities Increases:
Self-awareness & self-esteem
Emotional recognition & understanding
Focus to the present moment
Ability to develop healthy relationships
Development of social skills
Problem-solving skills & more
Modoc Nation Behavioral Health – Hope Ranch, is a PATH Intl. Center member site and thus follows specific industry standards. Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) providing individual, family, or group therapy at the Hope Ranch are continually receiving additional training, specific to the emerging field of equine assisted mental health. Within PATH Intl, are specific equine assisted mental health standards, that relate to the inclusion of trained and certified Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning staff. The Equine Specialists assist the BHP with the horses and the client/s during an equine-assisted mental health session and will assist in facilitating certain activities and experiences. This allows for additional safety support during the therapy session for the client/s, horses, and BHP.
Clinical Supervisor
Alena Hallum is the Clinical Supervisor at MNBH’s Hope Ranch. She loves working with youth of all ages as well as their families. In practice, she pulls from a systemic approach, incorporating trauma-informed and strengths-based care. Alena has experience working with an array of issues, including ADHD, trauma, grief, anxiety, and relational difficulties. She leans on experiential elements within healing environments to allow clients to express and grow beyond their barriers, believing behaviors are symptoms rather than syndromes.
Behavioral Health Professional
Allison Klasna looks forward to serving at Modoc Nation Behavioral Health’s Hope Ranch in a nature-based environment and incorporating animal-assisted opportunities into the therapeutic journey. She enjoys utilizing a strengths-based approach working with youth of all ages and their families. She is trained in EMDR. Allison has witnessed the connection and healing that can occur in the presence of humans and equines and looks forward to individuals having the opportunity to experience this connection.
Behavioral Health Professional
Kristy Chance is a Licensed Behavioral Health Professional and specializes in working with individuals 5 – 99 years old with issues related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. With 15 years’ experience, Kristy is trained in CBT, TFCBT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Problem Gambling, Couples counseling, family counseling, and Addiction issues. Kristy is a Licensed Clinical Social worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Lead – Licensed Behavioral Health Professional
Paige Barker specializes in working with individuals ages 3 – 20 with issues related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. She is a Registered Play Therapist and is also trained in TF-CBT, EMDR, and Somatic Information Processing.
Licensed Behavioral Health Professional
Jacob Crowder specializes in working with individuals ages 5 -20 with issues related to personality disorders, trauma, anxiety, and depression. He is trained in TF-CBT, CBT, EMDR, and Somatic Information Processing.
Behavioral Health Professional
Michelle Galan specializes in working with individuals ages 7 – 20, with issues related to trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, and depression. Michelle is trained in CBT and TF-CBT.
Clinical Supervisor
Kristen Hurlbert is a Clinical Supervisor and specializes in working with teens and adults. She has experience working with clients with a history of trauma, depression, anxiety, as well as other life issues. She is trained in CBT, EMDR, and IFS.
Licensed Behavioral Health Professional
Caressa Russell is a Licensed Behavioral Health Professional and specializes in working with individuals 8 – 20 years old with issues related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. Caressa is trained in CBT, TFCBT, EMDR, SIP, and EAMH.
Licensed Behavioral Health Professional
Tiffani Harkins specializes in working with youth struggling with issues related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. She is trained in TF-CBT, EMDR, EA-EMDR, and Somatic Information Processing.
Modoc Nation Health Services is a subsidiary of and owned and operated by the Modoc Nation, a federally recognized tribe.
The information on this website is provided as general health guidelines and may not be applicable to your particular health condition. Your individual health status and any required treatments can only be properly addressed by a professional healthcare provider of your choice. Remember: There is no adequate substitution for a personal consultation with your physician or behavioral health provider. Neither the Modoc Nation or any of its affiliates, nor any contributors shall have any liability for the content or any errors or omissions in the information provided by this website.
