Many disciplines. One coordinated plan.

Kimberli Galloway is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with more than 20 years of behavioral health experience and over 15 years of nursing and clinical leadership experience. As Medical Director at Alternative to Meds Center, she combines extensive psychiatric expertise with a deep understanding of integrative, holistic mental health care.

Kimberli specializes in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, serious mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders. She is passionate about helping clients who have struggled to find lasting answers through conventional treatment alone by developing individualized treatment plans that integrate evidence-based psychiatric care with nutrition, lifestyle interventions, and complementary therapies when appropriate.

Having served at Alternative to Meds Center since January 2011, Kimberli has held numerous clinical leadership roles, including Clinical Director and Director of Nursing, giving her a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s philosophy and treatment model. She is committed to delivering compassionate, collaborative care that empowers clients to actively participate in their recovery while addressing the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of mental wellness.

As Medical Director, Kimberli oversees the organization’s psychiatric and medical services, working closely with physicians, therapists, naturopathic practitioners, nurses, and the multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure each client receives safe, individualized, and comprehensive care.

Education & Credentials
 • Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
 • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Walden University
 • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Indiana University
 • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA), Indiana University
 • Registered Nurse (RN)
 • Usui Holy Fire® Reiki Master Teacher (Level III)

Previous Leadership Experience
 • Alternative to Meds Center – Medical Director, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, former Clinical Director, and former Director of Nursing
 • Telecare Corporation – Director of Nursing, Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
 • Hospice of the South Coast – Director of Clinical Services

LinkedIn:  Kimberli Galloway

Dr. Daniela Hutyrova, or Dr. D as some of her patients like to call her, has been practicing integrative medicine for over 20 years and has helped hundreds of people understand and heal the root cause of their health issues.

Born and raised in Europe, the cradle of contemporary western holistic medicine, she received her Ph.D. in Ecology and Environmental Protection from the highly respected Comenius University in Czechoslovakia. Her early work experiences included acting as Director for the Environmental Protection Department of the National Building Industry where she prepared environmental impact reports for the National Institute of Health and proposed new production procedures to lower levels of pollution. She initiated regular public lectures on nutrition and disease prevention at the National Sanitarium for stress related diseases, also in Czechoslovakia, where she met prominent scientists and physicians from all over Europe and developed a keen interest in holistic medicine.

After arriving in the United States, Dr. Hutyrova received her medical degree from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and then opened a private holistic practice in the White Mountains, Arizona. Later, she founded the Pante Rhei Wellness Center in Cottonwood, Arizona. The name Pante Rhei reflects eternal processes in nature first described by Greek philosopher Heraclitus. Pante Rhei means constant and eternal flux like the continuous flow of the river which always renews itself. Dr. Hutyrova applies this ancient philosophy in her practice where change is possible and there are no incurable diseases/conditions. Dr. Hutyrova’s mantra: Nothing is impossible because healing waters go ever flowing on … Pante Rhei!

She has also completed many other certifications over the years including training in cancer treatment with Dr. Donato Perez Garcia in IPT (insulin potentiation therapy), administering oxidative therapies, and noninvasive esthetic medicine from a prestigious clinic in Italy.

Dr. Hutyrova is known as an expert in the realm of stress-related disorders, adrenal fatigue, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She’s also earned herself the title of “IV Queen” because of the nutritional intravenous therapies she has been administering for the majority of her career. “IV therapy is almost magical,” Dr. Hutyrova says, “There is no better and more efficient way to get nutrients into the body, and even a simple saline drip can make a world of difference.”

Another aspect of her practice that sets Dr. Daniela Hutyrova apart is her use of bio-resonance technology. The process involves identifying and removing blocks that prevent one from enjoying perfect health and happiness. These blocks can be anything from heavy metal toxicity, nutritional imbalances, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, hormonal fluctuations, to mental and emotional struggles and even old genetic/ancestral patterns. While these assessments themselves are incredibly beneficial, the doctor’s ability to make coherent sense of the results is imperative. Dr. Hutyrova has an incredible ability to make connections between seemingly unrelated issues that appear in the test results and put together a treatment plan tailored to the individual.

At the end of the day, that is the essence of integrative medicine — the understanding that individual solutions are important because human beings are all different and a one size fits all approach cannot work effectively in medicine. Dr. Hutyrova brings her years of experience to every interaction with her patients and has a way of explaining things in a way that is compassionate and easy to understand and act upon.

Heidi Siedlecki, MA, BSN, BA, RN, HNB-BC, HWNC-BC, CCBC, CH, CKYT, CSEMDR, R.1

Heidi is a dual, board-certified holistic nurse and integrative nurse coach & consultant. She is passionate about serving others & brings her diverse experiences & training to her patient & client care: including clinical hypnosis, Kundalini Yoga, mindfulness meditation, Reiki, somatic EMDR, compassionate bereavement care, photography/art therapy, medical cannabis/entheogenic integration. She believes that healing begins with a regulated nervous system & recognizes what a privilege it is to create a safe, collaborative space with others as they embark on their unique healing journeys.

 • MA from NYU (Studio Art: Photography & Video)
 • BA from Harvard (3-yr advanced standing degree in English Language & Literature w/ minor in visual & environmental studies and women’s studies)
 • RN diploma from UCSF
 • BSN from Argosy University Dallas
 • AHNCC (American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation) certifying body for NC-BC and HNB-BC.
 • 3HO certifying body for Kundalini Yoga
 • American Society of Clinical Hypnosis for hypnosis cert
 • Embody Lab for Somatic EMDR cert
 • The Miss Foundation for Compassionate Bereavement Care cert
 • IFOC (International Fellowship of Chaplains) for chaplaincy cert
 • Integr8 Health, Goldstein Wellness, Radicle Health, & American Cannabis Nurses Association for medical cannabis certifications
 • MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) for psychedelic integration

Angela F. Bassett, a graduate of Grand Canyon University, has been a licensed Addictions Professional in Arizona since 2017. She is a certified EMDR psychotherapist, acupuncturist, and 500-hour yoga teacher specializing in Yoga and Mindfulness for Mental Health and Recovery. Her extensive training includes Somatic Experiencing and holistic approaches to emotional and spiritual healing.

With over seven years of experience in Community Mental Health, Angela previously served as Clinical Supervisor for a Dual-Diagnosis program at Spectrum Healthcare Group. She holds an M.S. in Addictions Counseling and began her career teaching Reiki and intuitive healing workshops. Her passion for integrating Eastern psychology into clinical work led her to pursue advanced training in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and Acudetox (a form of auricular acupuncture for trauma, stress, and addiction recovery).

Angela also incorporates Internal Family Systems theory into her practice and currently offers individual therapy and intensive outpatient groups focused on substance abuse recovery, relapse prevention, yoga, mindfulness, and Acudetox. As Clinical Director at ATMC, she emphasizes evidence-based and holistic practices, ensuring staff are well-trained to provide comprehensive support for clients.

Hannah graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with her area of interest in behavioral neuroscience. She then went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in General Psychology from Grand Canyon University in 2021. She began her career in behavioral health in 2017 when she was chosen to participate in an undergraduate research internship in the social psychophysiology of compassion. This internship was funded by the National Science Foundation and focused heavily on compassion, anxiety, stress, creativity, depression, and happiness across cultures. She has since found her passion working at ATMC and is deeply motivated to help those in need. Hannah has lived in Sedona for a short while but enjoys hiking the beautiful trails found here and spending time with her dog, Ava.

Patricia, who goes by Trish, has over 10 years of experience in community engagement and is in her final stages of completing a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a concentration in social psychology, at Southern New Hampshire University. She is a Reiki Master and Goddess Yoga Instructor, as well as a member of the National Society for Leadership and Success.

Trish is passionate about her work here at ATMC, she “enjoys helping others create the best version of themselves. I’m here to support them in autonomous thinking, self-advocacy, and taking the healthy, alternative route toward inner peace and full body wellness.” Her goal in life is to help as many people as possible, bring joy into the lives of those around her, and to continue to grow and strengthen herself everyday knowing that she is helping others to do the same.

Allison K. Depuydt is a graduate of Roosevelt University Chicago with a BA in Psychology and Fine Art. She is also a Masters Candidate at Prescott College in Arizona. Allison is a lead Art Healing Practitioner and Art Facilitator. She has worked over a decade in designing and implementing art sessions that heal and facilitate inspiration and awareness. She has worked at Alternative to Meds Center for over a decade and loves witnessing the residents’ personal transformations.

Rob Koehl is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in private practice in Cottonwood Arizona. Rob completed a Masters of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with distinction, from Capella University. Rob spent 7 years working in an outpatient community mental health setting.

Rob is passionate about teaching coping skills to help residents deal with some of the unhelpful thinking, intense emotions, destructive behaviors, and tricky relationships that can emerge along the path of recovery and throughout life. Rob is experienced in treating complex trauma, and is a practitioner of some of the alternative and holistic methods taught. Rob shares “My wife and I have been interested in toxicity, methylation, gut health, nutrition, and yoga, piecing information together for years. It is great to provide therapy alongside such a comprehensive program that has been in place for nearly two decades.”

Lotus is a Licensed Nursing Assistant, Certified Holistic Life Coach, and a Certified Recovery Nutrition Coach. She has 20 years of experience in hands-on patient care, ranging from Hospice work to addiction and chemical dependency issues. Currently, Lotus is the Director of ATMC’s Detox Shoppe. As a senior staff member and executive board member Lotus has worked in most of the departments at ATMC. Her interest in balancing the body and mind with amino acids, herbs, proper diet, and a healthy lifestyle makes her a valued team member with an in-depth knowledge of how ATMC runs a successful recovery program.

Lotus loves working with people who want to help themselves, and she always strives to deliver excellent, heart-centered service to our residents. It is a genuine pleasure for her to meet each client where they are at, each day while helping them work towards their goals by offering consistent encouragement, patience, compassion, and love. Her personal passion lies in living a natural and healthy life to maintain balance within and without and she stands wholeheartedly behind ATMC’s holistic and alternative approach to wellness.

Renee Oglesbee is the Detox Shoppe Spa Coordinator as well as a Care Provider at ATMC. She is a graduate of Sam Houston State University with a B.S. Ed, specializing in the needs of Special Education students with trauma, substance abuse, and dual diagnosis. She is certified in the State of Texas as a Special Education Teacher holding a Lifetime Secondary Education Certificate. She also has 8 graduate hours in biology from Lamar University. 

She has worked in a myriad of settings throughout her 30+ year career in the education, substance abuse treatment, corrections, and behavioral health fields to include the settings of the medical model, private practice, state and federal case management, and corrections, nonprofits, and charter school systems. She comes to ATMC after having experienced firsthand the medical model approach to dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues, knowing there has to be a better way. She believes she has found that in ATMC and their holistic approach to helping to alleviate the suffering of those she serves. She reports emphatically that ATMC’s approach is state of the art and such a pleasure to be a part of. She has a lifelong history of compassionate service to others.

Jess Butler is The Detox Shoppe’s Sauna Coach and a Yoga Alliance RYT® 200 yoga teacher. Her personal experience of recovery sparked a profound commitment to transformation, which she has since expanded into years of disciplined practice, study, and professional embodiment.

Jess holds an associate degree from Mesa Community College and brings a passion for metaphysics and energetic healing to her holistic approach. She became certified as an Intuitive Healing Coach, completed six months of training in Eckhart Tolle’s School of Awakening in 2019, and spent six months immersed in a healing group that focused on presence and emotional release in 2020. With a background that includes strength and conditioning and dedicated training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu since September 2022, Jess carries a strong foundation in both discipline and resilience.

Her approach blends the restorative wisdom of yoga, the rigor of martial arts, and the healing power of heat therapy. Rooted not only in lived experience but also in years of training and integration, Jess creates safe, structured, and supportive spaces for others to release what no longer serves them and reconnect with vitality, balance, and inner strength.

As both a teacher and a lifelong student of transformation, Jess honors the ongoing journey of self-restoration, guiding others to remember the fullness and potential they have always carried.

Sheri Urban, RN, BSN. Sheri has been a Registered Nurse for more than 30 years. She has a B.S. from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, where she majored in Psychology with minors in Chemistry and Biology. She received her B.S.N. from Creighton University in Omaha, NE. She is licensed to practice as an RN in Arizona and Colorado. She has certifications in BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association. The majority of her nursing background is in psychiatric, pre-surgical, and rehabilitative nursing. Since 2017, she has been educating herself in the field of functional medicine.

While she understands the importance of traditional medicine, she believes many diseases can be prevented or managed without medication through eating healthy food, exercise, proper nutritional supplementation, and stress management. She is passionate about working at ATMC, as it reflects her personal philosophy about health.

A healing practitioner at ATMC since 2015, Sarah is committed to providing each resident with a sacred space for deep healing. Sarah is a certified Reiki Master /Teacher, trained in the ancient and traditional form of Usui Reiki healing. She uses the gentle yet powerful energy of Reiki to help people relax, reconnect, and center themselves so that they may heal physically, mentally, and emotionally during their detox process. Residents often walk out of a session with Sarah feeling more grounded, hopeful and restored.

Sarah creates a safe and positive space for each resident, and with the use of Reiki, helps to facilitate and co-create a path to healing and recovery. By untying the energetic knots that addiction and suppressed emotions can create, Reiki can help restore vitality, ease anxiety and lift depression. Sarah has been providing a healing space at the Detox center for ATMC residents since 2017, and is deeply committed to ATMC’s mission, and to the health and well-being of every client on their path to recovery and self-love.

Sarah is an Arizona native, with a deep spiritual background. She also works with the herbal medicine-making facility in Sedona that supplies ATMC with their herbal formulas. Sarah’s path with energy work began in 2012, and she is deeply devoted to assisting the residents at ATMC on their journey of healing and recovery.

Kie Yamamura graduated from the Spiro Foot Reflexology Institute in Tokyo, Japan with a Master’s degree in Foot Reflexology in 1997. This is where she started her journey into the healing arts. From there, she went on to obtain her Reiki Master certification and practiced Reiki in the Usui method since 2001 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

She then went on to study chanting and toning and eventually earned her certification in sound healing with Ohm Therapeutics in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Kie has been working in mental health since 2011 and was a Reiki practitioner and Sound Healer at the Life Healing Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico for eleven years. Currently, Kie is a foot reflexologist and a sound healer at ATMC. She works intuitively and enjoys helping her clients with compassionate support in their journey to recovery as well as personal empowerment.

I have always been driven to help and support people through some of the most difficult times in their lives. For the past 24 years, I worked for the local police department and during my tenure, I was part of several chemical dependency groups that assisted the families and the person involved by providing support and educational information for everyone involved. I was also part of starting the first behavioral health mobile crisis team between law enforcement and behavioral health specialties in the area.

Throughout my life, I have seen people over-medicated on chemically made drugs without finding the true root of the issue or underlying mental health issue(s) that has not been addressed correctly. The reason that I became a Care Provider for ATMC is because of their mission and values. ATMC’s mission is to help residents resolve underlying physical and psychological factors that have contributed to the use and/or becoming dependent on psychiatric medications, illegal drugs, and alcohol. This is done through holistic, integrative methodologies, compassion, understanding, and respect for all its residents. Staff members take the time to evaluate each person and create an individual plan for each resident. I believe my compassion for people and being helpful and supportive to the residents, to see their transformation from the start of the program to the end of the program, is the most amazing experience in life.

Jim brings 21 years of community mental health experience, plus 15 years of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counseling, coming from both traditional clinical and residential treatment milieus to ATMC.

He earned his CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counseling) through Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association Inc., while attending Harold Washington City College. He attended Judson University for his BA, where he participated in various outside activities including volunteering at Anderson’s Animal Shelter where he served his community as a Community Outreach Coordinator. His career experience led him to become a Startup operator for a Mental Illness and Substance Abuse (MISA) group home in Northfield, IL. He has succeeded in roles such as: Crisis Interventionist, Residential Program Coordinator, Care Manager, and Medical Services Coordinator.

Jim’s diverse background in MI/SUD brings a well rounded and experienced behavioral healthcare professional to the treatment program, capable of addressing a variety of treatment modalities targeting the specific needs of the clientele ATMC serves.

As a Cottonwood local, and Navy Veteran of the United States, Donald is passionate about working at ATMC because it gives him the stepping stone needed to become a behavioral health professional. Donald brings personal experience as well as an educational background to ensure his quality and efficiency as a care provider. Donald obtained his Bachelor’s of University Studies with focus on Psychology and Social Work at Northern Arizona University.

His goal in life is to one day have his own counseling practice that is cost efficient for all who seek help. Donald believes utilizing the knowledge gained in psychology, combined with the compassionate nature of social work, will blend well into helping him be the best he can for the clients here at ATMC.

Melody has a professional history working in behavioral health for 2½ years prior to moving back to Cottonwood from Prescott AZ. Melody has worked at Shamrock Recovery Services and Decision Point Centers prior to ATMC, as well as Royal Life Centers for a short period doing overnights. She also has experience in being a behavioral health technician as well as running healing art groups, after her personal history overcoming an opiate addiction more than four years ago. Melody also ran a project called Art for Advocacy bringing together victims of domestic violence to create art in order to raise awareness and fundraise for advocacy centers in the area.

Melody is passionate about using art and music to create healing and foster creativity. After seeing the effects that overmedication can cause, she is passionate about holistic health and the benefits it brings. Melody has taken psychology classes at Yavapai College before switching to focus on a degree in Justice Studies with extracurricular victim advocacy classes (in progress). Melody loves learning continuously in order to help others in the best way possible.

Honoring the Life and Work of Lyle Murphy

Founder of Alternative to Meds Center

Lyle Murphy († December 2024) was the founder and guiding force behind Alternative to Meds Center, and a lifelong advocate for informed choice, compassionate care, and holistic approaches to mental health recovery. His work continues to support people around the world who are seeking understanding, dignity, and alternatives within a system that too often offers neither.

Lyle completed his pre-medical studies at West Georgia University, where he received the only recommendation for advancement to medical school in his class. Though accepted to Emory University School of Medicine, he chose instead to attend Life University’s School of Chiropractic, drawn by its naturalistic philosophy and whole-person approach to health and healing.

A profound and life-altering medical trauma ultimately redirected Lyle’s life, and became the foundation of his mission.

Shortly after completing chiropractic school, while under extreme financial stress, Lyle experienced a severe low blood sugar event. After presenting to the emergency room with unexplained hallucinations, he requested a blood glucose test. The result showed 39 mg/dL, a dangerously low and potentially fatal level. Rather than receiving appropriate treatment for hypoglycemia, Lyle was administered Haldol and subsequently fell into a two-week hypoglycemic coma.

When he awoke, Lyle was left with stroke-like impairments. He had to relearn how to walk, talk, and communicate, largely without professional rehabilitation support. For nearly a decade, he lived with significant neurological impairment and was told to expect a future defined by disability.

Instead, Lyle chose determination over resignation.

Through relentless research, self-education, and personal experimentation, he began applying holistic and integrative approaches to his own recovery, approaches that would later form the foundation of Alternative to Meds Center. His lived experience revealed deep shortcomings within the conventional mental health system, while also demonstrating the body’s capacity to heal when given informed, individualized, and respectful support.

Out of this journey, Alternative to Meds Center was born.

Since opening in Sedona, Arizona, thousands of individuals have received residential care and recovery support at ATMC, while millions of people worldwide are helped each year through Lyle’s educational videos, articles, interviews, and online resources. His ability to clearly explain psychiatric medications, withdrawal syndromes, and holistic recovery options empowered countless individuals and families during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.

Lyle believed people deserved more than symptom management — they deserved understanding, informed consent, and real choices about their health. That belief continues to guide Alternative to Meds Center today. His work lives on through the dedicated ATMC team, the resources he created, and the growing community of individuals who continue to find clarity, hope, and support through the path he helped pioneer.

Lyle Murphy will be remembered for his courage, his compassion, and his unwavering commitment to helping others reclaim their lives. While he is deeply missed, his impact endures — not as a memory alone, but as a living mission carried forward every day.

Isaac is one of the founding members of ATMC and he has worked with the organization in numerous capacities. Over the years, he has worked as a Care Provider, Care Manager, and Massage Therapist, among many other roles. His experience allows him to have an intimate understanding of each facet of the organization. He has training and certifications as an Emergency Medical Technician, Sober Coach, and Empathic Coach. Isaac prides himself on providing impeccable service to each and every resident. On any given day he is onsite at the residence or at the Detox Shoppe, making himself available to address the concerns of residents, whether big or small.

As Chief Administrator, Isaac is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the program and supervising the staff. He takes the time to work with each staff member to ensure the ATMC team is cohesive and effective.

John D. Camillieri is a graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in Psychology with a focus in Behavioral Neuroscience. He is a certified Grief Counselor through the Grief Recovery Institute and a Suicide Counselor for New York Help Line through Marbie Collegiate Church. John is also in the panel of MATFORCE, the Verde Valley Substance Abuse Coalition, runs numerous 12-Step Meetings for Central Valley, and is a Certified Mentor with the Yavapai County Reentry Project.

As the Chief Administrator at ATMC, John takes a hands-on approach to working with the residents and staff to ensure that each person involved with the program is supported, heard, and encouraged. John is passionate about quality assurance brings a mind, body, spirit approach to personal growth and recovery. His life mission is helping others in recovery through harnessing and cultivating the hero within.

John was hired by company co-founder, Lyle Murphy, and has been with ATMC since 2011 and has served as a care provider, sauna coach, care manager, program director, and counselor. In his spare time John enjoys singing in the St. John Vianney choir, praying rosaries, lifting weights, swinging kettlebells, and enjoying family time with his wife Aynur and three step children.

Twinkle Abraham is a finance management and accounting professional holding an MBA in
Finance from CET School of Management, India, and a Certified Quickbooks Pro Advisor with
extensive experience over 15 years across different industries including software solutions,
healthcare, importing & distribution, and real estate, accurately performing all accounting
responsibilities. In his previous roles provided financial management of a group of companies
generating over $10M turnover annually. Led forecasting, budgeting, and analysis reporting
utilizing financial models. Maintained and updated postings in general ledger (GL) as well as
enterprise resource planning (ERP) modules to facilitate control in alignment with Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Oversaw administrative functions ranging from accounts payables & receivables to inventory,
payroll, and treasury functions. Handled month-end and year-end financial closing, profit and
loss (P&L), balance sheets, cash flow, equity reporting, and financial statement analysis. Ensured
regulatory compliance via internal and external audit operations.

He is passionate about creating, implementing, and improving internal procedures and systems –
an evidence-based and integrative approach in attaining organization synergy, boosting company
efficiency and performance quality in delivering value to the clients.

LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/twinkleabrahammarian/

Jeannette is an enthusiastic and kind soul who deeply values the life experience and the soul’s journey, with a special passion for nutritional & herbal healing, art & nature therapy, and helping others. Her personal and professional approach is to engage with an open mind, with warmth, authenticity, and creative problem solving.

Jeannette’s excitement and respect for self-healing utilizing nutritional modalities, led her to the Institute for Integrative Nutrition where she graduated and obtained her Health Coach Certificate in 2014, focusing on Mind-Body-Spirit, with an emphasis in Nutritional Healing. She also obtained the majority of her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from the University of the District of Columbia, and ultimately with Charter Oak State College in 2018.

Jeannette brings with her a wealth of professional experience from holding various positions in organizations including a law firm, a recruiting agency, an art gallery, an HOA management company, and many restaurant positions throughout the years, as she traveled and completed her education goals. Her wide range of experience with varying types of management styles, clients, coworkers, and work environments have taught her the importance of being flexible, compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental, along with preparing her for the uncomfortable but necessary task of holding everyone accountable to the same standard, and ensuring HR compliance, in a supportive and thoughtful way, for the benefit of all involved.

Jeannette is beyond grateful to be part of an incredible organization such as ATMC, and to work with and support such inspiring individuals!  

Nick Spaniak is ATMC’s Registrar with the Admissions team. He has over 15 years’ experience in behavioral health, mental health and substance use disorder. He really felt called to do this type of work, and has strived to help people from all backgrounds, age ranges, and diagnoses. He was a resident advisor at Benchmark Transitions in Redlands, CA, where he evolved, and worked in all levels of care. During this time, he learned how to meet people where they’re at. Nick also held an Admissions role that turned into the Director of Admissions at Broadway Treatment Center in Huntington Beach, CA. Nick’s goal has always been to help every person that calls in, to get the support and resources they need, to live a better life for themselves. Nick believes it is a great responsibility in admissions, to answer the call and do his due diligence to create enough resources for anyone reaching out for help.

Nick ended up moving to Prescott AZ in 2020 due to his past Company closing their doors for COVID. Nick was soon asked to launch Regency Recovery and Wellness Center in January of 2021, where he was the Executive Director/President. He later went on to start his own wellness program, and continues to work hard to help anyone in need seeking recovery or healing.

He will always cherish the opportunities he’s had and all the wonderful things he’s been able to do for his clients. Whether he is on the clock or off, he’s always aware of the many people still struggling that need help. Nick is happy to share that God gave him his life back, and helping others is his way of showing gratitude, by giving back.

William A. Peoples has worked in the mental health and addiction field for the last 15 years, including the emergency response/crisis intervention team for both victims and emergency responders with Apache County.

Will is a graduate from Grand Canyon University, earning his EMT (Emergency Medical Technician). He also attended Yavapai College, earning his Fire I & II Certifications, along with the Wildland Fire certifications from Arizona Wildfire Academy. Will also worked in Ambulance response and Fire response, while working for a detox center. He continued his education and learned with Apache County, being trained in emergency response and crisis intervention for both victims and emergency responders.

Certifications:
• Food Managers card
• Fire I & II – Yavapai College – Arizona fire service
• Wildland green card – Arizona Wildfire Academy – Forest Service
• EMT GCU College Arizona department of Health services

From Will: “I came to ATMC after having to retire from fire and ambulance after a life changing battle with cancer. I initially came to work to get out of the house and feel “useful” again. I soon came to love the people and clients at ATMC. The owners and managers here all strive to keep this a great place to work with more of a family atmosphere than a job. This company truly strives to help people with a holistic approach in both their supplements and their dietary intake. I have worked my way up in the company, and continuously strive to keep the family atmosphere that I have come to love here at ATMC.”

Christina is a family-style trained chef, certified health and physical education teacher, and passionate advocate for healing through food. With over 30 years of experience in holistic health modalities and food preparation, including cooking for private clients and more than 25 years supporting transformational retreats, her deepest commitment is to addiction recovery nutrition. Christina studied Physical Education & Health at Kean University.

She is especially aligned with the mission of the Alternative to Meds Center (ATMC)—helping individuals heal holistically and reduce dependence on pharmaceuticals. Her work at The Sanctuary at Sedona focused on enhancing the nutrition program by creating meals that stabilize blood sugar, support mood chemistry, and align with the body’s natural detox and healing processes. Christina has seen the profound impact that nourishing, intentional food can have on recovery and overall well-being.

Christina specializes in therapeutic and cleansing diets including raw vegan, plant-based, gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergy-sensitive meals, as well as detox protocols like liver cleanses and juice feasts. With a degree in teaching and hundreds of cooking classes taught, she loves helping people gain confidence in the kitchen, simplify their approach to food, and rediscover the joy of nourishing themselves.

Food has the power to heal, and it’s her life’s work to bring that healing to the table—especially for those on the path of recovery. For Christina, food is more than fuel—it’s a pathway to clarity, connection, and lasting transformation.

Certifications from Thrive Learning Collective:

• Clinical Hypnotherapy
• Hypnosis Mastery
• Neuro-Linguistic Hypnotherapy
• Neuro-Linguistic Life Coach
• Life Transformation Coach
• TimeLine Coach & Trauma Release Specialist
• NLP & Life Communications Specialist
• Licensed Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming

 
Anna’s holistic, alternative, mindful approach to addiction and recovery makes her a perfect fit for the team at ATMC. Anna has worked one-on-one and with groups in the field of recovery for 4+ years and continues her education in the field of mental health in her free time. Anna adds a fun and interactive approach to healing using multiple modalities including life and nutritional coaching, journaling, group counseling, and meditation. Anna has a passion for healing the effects of childhood trauma and leading others to a path of wholeness.