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Behavioral Health Program Advisory Committee

This endorsement provides entry-level training and education for students preparing for careers as behavioral health workers and community pathfinders in rural communities, private health care sectors, and human service organizations.

Committee Members

Dr. Sarah Niecko, DHSc

Assistant Professor, Behavioral Health

Rachel Gearhart, LCSW, CDC-1

Director of Behavioral Health Services, JAMHI

Fred Sweetski, LCSW

Director of Behavioral Health Services, Gastineau Human Services

Craig Smith, LPC, CDCS

MAC Licensed Counselor

Dr. Emily Kane, ND

Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncturist

Dr. Linda Kruger, PhD

Commissioner, Juneau Council on Aging

Dr. Ray Pastorino, PhD

Licensed Psychologist