Evan Alvord, CEO

Evan Alvord, PsyD graduated with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from George Fox University in 2008. For 14 years, Evan worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs providing home based mental health care to Veterans in private homes, assisted living, adult foster homes, skilled nursing and memory care settings. In 2018 he started Rogue Psych Consultants in order to provide mental health services and consultation to the broader community in multiple Southern Oregon skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Specialties include dementia care, caregiver and family support, psychoeducation, risk assessments and consultation with other medical service providers. 

Leilani Alvord began her career as an early elementary school teacher. She earned her Master's in Teaching at George Fox University and spent 14 years teaching grades K-3. In 2021, she transitioned to running the daily operations of Rogue Psych Consultants. Leilani is an alumna of the Goldman Sachs 10KSB Small Business Program and a participant in SOU’s Small Business Development Center. In her free time, she enjoys hiking Ashland's scenic trails, hot yoga, traveling, and reading.

Amy Twiest, LCSW has been working in the Rogue Valley since 2005. In 2003, she graduated from the University of Southern California with a master's degree in social work. Following graduation, she has been working as a clinical social worker specializing in the care and treatment of individuals and families with complex mental health, behavioral and medical challenges. Amy has been providing clinical care to clients with an emphasis in geriatrics in a variety of settings ranging from their home to skilled nursing facilities. She has been delivering integrative evidenced based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy and supportive therapy. Specialties include the treatment of depression, PTSD, anxiety, dementia, caregiver burden, and risk evaluation, offering consultation with a range of medical professionals. 

Mollie Baker, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist and clinical supervisor. After receiving her Masters of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania in 2014, Mollie worked in the area of international community development in Lesotho in Southern Africa. Since returning home in 2016, Mollie has served in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings as both an individual therapist and team lead. Mollie also currently serves as a board member for the Therapist Development Center’s continuing education oversight committee. graduation, she has been working as a clinical social worker specializing in the care and treatment of individuals and families with complex mental health, behavioral and medical challenges. Amy has been providing clinical care to clients with an emphasis in geriatrics in a variety of settings ranging from their home to skilled nursing facilities. She has been delivering integrative evidenced based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy and supportive therapy. Specialties include the treatment of depression, PTSD, anxiety, dementia, caregiver burden, and risk evaluation, offering consultation with a range of medical professionals. 

Danielle Barth, LCSW  graduated from the University of Georgia with her Masters in Social Work. She has over a decade of clinical experience working in settings that include residential inpatient units, in-home care, schools, disaster-relief, and a variety of healthcare locations with all ages. Danielle specializes in the treatment of  Depression, Anxiety, Dementia, Grief and Loss, and Trauma. In her free time, Danielle loves to create music, travel, and play with her puppy.  

Matt Blakeley, PsyD has been working in the Rogue Valley for over 16 years. He obtained his Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) at the Arizona School of Professional Psychology (Argosy University-Phoenix Campus) and completed both his internship and post-doctoral residencies within the VA healthcare system. His areas of specialty include Geriatrics, Trauma-focused therapy, substance use disorders, and health/primary care psychology. Dr. Blakeley’s professional interests include Sport Psychology, Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Healthy Aging/Longevity. 

Dr. Blakeley is also a Behavioral Health officer in the Oregon National Guard and spends his weekends ensuring the mental wellness and preparedness of soldiers. In his personal life, he enjoys martial arts training, playing the drums, spending time with his wife and two daughters, and spending as much time on the Oregon coast as possible. Dr. Blakeley is passionate about his work with patients and is committed to helping them achieve their mental and physical health goals. 

Amber Brand, LCSW got her license in Oregon in 2000 after graduating with a Masters in Social Work in 1996 from New York University.  She has worked in community mental health, hospital and facility settings for nearly thirty years.

Amber comes to this work with a passion and insight from years of experience and the special quality to truly meet people exactly where they are.  She has the unique capacity for flexibility, collaboration and communication that work in this field requires.

It is a pleasure to be a consultant with Rogue Psych Consultants and provide these services across the greater Portland area.

 Patrice Carrello, PhD has been working with adults in nursing home settings throughout her career as a licensed psychologist. She aims to help individuals work through their current health, physical, and emotional situations with a mix of practical ideas and guidance, empathy, and a lot of curiosity and self-exploration health, physical, and emotional situations with a mix of practical ideas and guidance, empathy, and a lot of curiosity and self-exploration.  

Kathryn Clements, LCSW is a Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years in practice as a psychotherapist. Kathryn is experienced in working with senior, geriatric and veteran clients in acute hospital settings, short term rehabilitation and long-term care.  With a strong background in providing treatment for Eating Disorders, Kathryn also specializes in the treatment of PTSD, CPTSD and trauma with adult clients and provides support for coping with major life transitions, grief and loss. 

Courtney Cooper, LCSW, and Certified Gerontology Social Worker (ASW-G) completed her bachelor's degree in Sociology at Western Oregon University and earned her Master's in Social Work at the University of South Carolina. Courtney began her professional career in 2007, working in child welfare and community-based mental health.

Over the past 12 years, she has focused her practice on working with individuals who have chronic medical conditions and mental illness. From the early stages to the end of life, she takes pride in and feels privileged to assist individuals and families during these critical times.

Recognizing the challenges many face in accessing mental health appointments, Courtney is passionate about serving marginalized communities by providing mental health and social work support directly in their homes or living spaces.

She is excited to be part of the Rogue team and looks forward to providing services in and around the Portland area.

Ben Giesbrecht, PsyD, Neuropsychologist graduated with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from George Fox University in 2008, specializing in Clinical Neuropsychology.  He then completed a two-year residency in Neuropsychology at the St. Louis VA Medical Center in Missouri from 2008-2010.  He has been practicing independently in Neuropsychology since 2010, and specializes in adult and geriatric populations, evaluation of dementia, veterans, and traumatic brain injury.  Dr. Giesbrecht is licensed in Oregon.

Danielle Givens, LCSW has been a social worker for over a decade, working in a variety of settings from community mental health to primary care behavioral health. She has completed trainings with Oregon Older Adult Behavioral Health program and has continued her education to better serve the elderly, disabled and medically complex patients. She is excited to join Rogue Psych Consultants and support the Eugene area. 

 Leslie Ramage, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with a master's degree in social work from Portland State University. She has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings, as well as in hospice care. Leslie specializes in treating depression, anxiety, complex grief, caregiver challenges, identity issues, and complex and chronic medical conditions.
She believes that every client should be treated with respect and dignity and considers it a privilege to support them in their times of greatest need. 

Ingrid Siadal, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker serving the mid-Willamette Valley. Since completing her Masters of Social Work degree from Portland State University in 2009, her professional background has included work as a therapist, medical social worker, and behavioral health care manager. Ingrid has extensive knowledge and experience in working with rural communities, older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, and people with persistent mental illness. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief and loss, dementia, behavioral interventions, and caregiver support.  With a strong commitment to her community, she seeks to serve and support adults in all stages of aging and health changes. In her free time, she loves long-distance trail running, learning, and never-ending DIY projects. 

Betty Wagner, LCSW got her clinical license in 1997 after graduating with a master’s in social work from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.  She has worked in Community Mental Health agencies, Private Practice settings, and Outpatient Medical settings for nearly thirty years and in local settings including the Douglas County Jail and the Roseburg VA as a Mental Health Therapist.

Betty brings passion and insight from years of experience and the special quality to truly meet people exactly where they are.  Born in Roseburg, Betty has deep roots in the Douglas County community and is happy to be a consultant in Roseburg with Rogue Psych Consultants.

Sarah Weis, LCSW graduated from San Jose State University in 2014 with a master's degree in social work. Beginning her career as a child therapist, Sarah eventually moved into medical social work, serving clients in outpatient clinics, home health and hospice. Most recently, Sarah has worked as a social worker in Medicaid, assisting clients in navigating complex medical systems and assisting them in establishing in primary care and mental health support. 

Tara L Weldon, PhD, LMFT is a clinical psychologist who enjoys working with patients of all ages and diagnoses.  Tara is passionate about working collaboratively with her patients, other providers and facility administration - thriving within an integrated model of care.  She works with a research team of medical doctors and psychologists to improve patient health outcomes while streamlining clinical workflow, in addition to locating biomarkers of behavioral health and addiction related diseases through MRI imaging.  Tara has a background of disaster response work and field-based trauma informed care, believing in meeting patients where they are at emotionally in addition to geographic location.  Tara enjoys track racing in her spare time and has a project car which she continuously modifies and customizes.  

Kimberli Wicks, LPC graduated from George Fox University in 2003. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 25 years of experience. Over her career she has worked with a wide variety of populations from young children to at risk youth, unhoused women and adults of all ages. She has received extensive training in trauma, addictions, dual diagnosis, chronic mental health care, attachment and family systems. When not working, she enjoys having fun camping with her three dogs and doing creative projects.