Staff & Leadership

Clinical, Aftercare, and Family Services

Merrill Heslop, LCSW-S

MSW, Colorado State University
Clinical Director & Senior Therapist

Sarah Shipp, LMSW

MSW, Arizona State University
Family Therapist

Evan Ikerd, LMFT

MFT, Seattle Pacific University
Family Therapist

Sulay Tovar, LCSW

MSW, Brigham Young University
Alumni Services/Aftercare Director

Nathan Mitchell, MS

Mental Health Counseling, University of Phoenix
Parent Coach

Carley George, MA

Adventure Education, Prescott College
Education Director

Medical

Brigham Nicoll, MD

Psychiatrist/Medical Director

Rebecca Thompson, RN

Nursing Director

Capri Rinke, RN

Field Nurse

Jacob Stradling, PMHNP-BC

Field Nurse

Ashtyn Moore

Food/Nutrition

Direct Care/Field Operations

ANASAZI’s highly trained and kindhearted TrailWalkers (direct-care staff) make our program work. These remarkable people commit to a lifestyle that allows them to be honest and positive examples for the YoungWalkers (program participants). They share in the experience (using identical gear, food, and clothing) and ensure safety, while continually honoring each YoungWalker’s greatness and individuality. This naturally builds trust and creates opportunities for openness, inspiration, learning, and ultimately healing. Nearly a third of ANASAZI’s direct-care staff participated as YoungWalkers themselves.