Education and Training: I received my Associate of Arts  degree from my home town's tribal college, Turtle Mountain Community College. I continued to receive both my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Dakota. From there I continued into my Counseling Psychology PhD from Oklahoma State University. To complete my PhD I attended my American Psychological Association (APA) accredited Internship at University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center within their Multicultural/Native American/Rural track working with the San Felipe Pueblo. I graduated with my PhD in Counseling Psychology from Oklahoma State University in August of 2022.

Professional Interests: I have many personal interests, all surrounding bettering the overall wellness of Native Americans/Indigenous communities and individuals. Some of these interests are Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Native American and Indigenous Mental Health, Community Mental Health, Decolonization, with many others.

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: Every action needs to be done with the next seven generations in mind. Live life humbly and move with a good heart.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: Family orientated environment dedicated to bettering the overall wellness of communities.

Education and Training: B.A. in Psychology from Humboldt State University, MSW from Humboldt State University, Associates of Social Work

Professional Interests: Working with youth and families to help them achieve health and wellness in all areas of their lives. Supporting youth and families as they navigate personal and systemic challenges. Help youth and families identify their goals and dreams and walk beside them as they achieve those goals and dreams. 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: All people have inherent value and they have the ability to grow and connect and it is within relationships that change is most transformative. 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: Two Feathers as an organization doesn't just look at individuals, families, communities, and systems for what they are and what they have been, but imagines with them what they can become through connection and relationship. Two Feathers dreams big and applies creativity to overcoming barriers.

Education and Training: Masters in Social Work from Cal Poly Humboldt

Professional Interests: Trauma-informed care, cultural safety, and social justice and equity. 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: "If love will not swing wide the gates, no other power will or can." - James Baldwin 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: Two Feathers does such incredible work in the community. I love that the clinicians meet youth where they're at. The staff enjoy the work and really want to be here, and the support that everyone gives each other is beautiful.

Education and Training: Human Services Technician, Associates of Applied Science in Human Services - Lake Area Technical College, Watertown, SD

Professional Interests:  I find my passion in building strong relationships with both my team members and the families I serve. I look forward to continuing to connect with others within our community as we support youth and their families in reaching their goals. 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: Choose the life you want to live. 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I'm thankful to be part of a team that proactively works to provide the best, overall care and support to youth and their families as a whole. You can see and feel the passion throughout the organization as we work together for our community. 

Education and Training: Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Sonoma State University, Master's Degree in Counseling and Psychology from University of San Francisco.

Professional Interests: I am very passionate about working youth and their families to address systemic challenges so that every individual can thrive.

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy: "Vulnerability is the essence of connection and connection is the essence of existence."

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I believe that, in order to create meaningful change, we must acknowledge the various factors that impact our overall wellness. I appreciate that Two Feathers supports the youth and families that we work with from this holistic approach.

Education and Training: McKinleyville High School

Professional Interests: Helping our community and coaching our youth.

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy: Live a life you are proud of.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: Creating relationships with the youth and seeing them grow and achieve their goals.

Professional Interests: Advocacy work for our children and families. 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: You never really know the true impact you have on those around you. You never know how much someone needed that smile you gave them. You never know how much your kindness turned someone's entire life around. You never know how much someone needed that long hug or deep talk. So don't wait to be kind. Don't wait for someone else to be kind first. Don't wait for better circumstances or for someone to change. Just be kind, because you never know how much someone needs it. -Nikki Banas.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love that I work for an organization that genuinely cares for our families and community. 

Education & Training: Began my educational journey by attending and getting my A.A. degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Relocated to Humboldt, CA, and attended Cal-Poly Humboldt where I received my B.A., MSW and licensure as an ACSW. 

Professional Interests: My personal and professional interest aligns with my values, beliefs, and qualities. I plan to serve as an ally for our Native communities by connecting our youth to Native culture, ceremonies, and continue questioning my own personal awareness while focusing on holistic approaches to therapy. Providing a non-western approach to therapy through Narrative practices, Social Justice, community inclusion, healthy balance, decolonization.

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy: "Rise among stars, nothing stops those who desire to achieve."-unknown. 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love that Two Feathers allows our families, children, and elders to play a huge role in organizational decisions. I plan to continue navigating with good intentions, promote health and wellness in a safe space, and creating/re-creating meaningful relationships while addressing systemic racism.

Education & Training: Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Humboldt State University. Associate of Arts degree in Humanities & Communication from College of the Redwoods. Professional Certificate in Grant Writing from San Diego State University Online Campus. Current graduate student in Library and Information Science at San Jose State University.

Professional Interests: A passionate believer in lifelong learning, I strive to serve my community in ways that uplift and create opportunities for growth. I look for work among organizations that prioritize empowering its community through education and access to services.

Spoken Languages: English, some Cherokee 

Life Philosophy: “When I dare to be powerful - to use my strength in the service of my vision - then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” - Audre Lorde

What I love about working at Two Feathers: The atmosphere in this workplace is that of wellness. We support one another as staff and prioritize meeting the needs of the youth in our community. I believe that creating safe spaces in any community, but especially rural, tribal communities, is of utmost importance to the survival and wellbeing of our youth. I love that I am able to come to work in a good way and bring that spirit to the work we do to uplift our younger generations.

Education & Training: Bachelor of Arts degree in Native American Studies and Child Development, with a minor in American Indian Education, from Cal Poly Humboldt. Associate Registered Clinical Social Worker through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Professional Interests: Working with Native American youth within cultural teachings and clinical spaces.

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy: I intend to do the things that make me happy for the rest of my life. Some things that make me happy are visiting with family, exploring our natural surroundings and helping others in my community.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love working at Two Feathers because of the youth and families that I get to engage with. Two Feathers' reach is widespread across Humboldt and surrounding areas. I wouldn't be able to get the same healthy community connections working anywhere else. I also love that I get to work with so many of my friends.

Education & Training: Crossfit level 1 and 2, Functional Movement Systems (FMS) level 1, Frederick Stretch Therapy (FST) levels 1 and 2

Professional Interests: To work with native youth and families on building healthy habits and lifestyles while helping create opportunities for them to connect to their culture and heritage. 

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy: Approach life and its obstacles in a ceremonial way. Be deliberate, mindful, focused, intentional, and come from a place of love, respect, and community.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I believe in and value the work that Two Feathers does in the community. I look forward to working with like minded people who have a passion for community health and wellness. 

Education & Training:  Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies/Elementary Education, Humboldt State University

Professional Interests: To continue to expand and share my knowledge and abilities in accounting and finance. To continue to build professional relations with my peers and colleagues. 

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy:  Life is effort - put in the work. Or "Just Do It" - Nike.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love how Two Feathers creates an atmosphere that promotes community and growth. 

Education & Training: B.A. in Social Work, Cal Poly Humboldt.

Professional Interests: As a daughter of immigrants, I strive to honor the sacrifices of my parents by acknowledging the disparities they have had to experience in their lifetime and utilizing it as my continual motivation for making changes systematically. I want to be able to create a safe and positive space around me and continue on the journey of showing up, empowering, and advocating for culturally diverse individuals and communities that leads to the promotion of their own strength, resiliency, and understanding.

Spoken Languages: Spanish/English

Life Philosophy:  "Relationships are the agents of change and the most powerful therapy is human love." - Bruce Perry

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love that Two Feathers brings a larger community together and provides outlets for youth and families to embrace and practice culture and healing. The team I get to work with is passionate about the services they are able to provide and have welcomed me with open arms.

Education & Training: B.A. Child Development with Minors in Psych and American Indian Education, Humboldt State University. Masters in Social Work, Cal Poly Humboldt.

Professional Interests: Community outreach and building of relationships with the land and the people. Much of the opportunities I've gotten to be a part of incorporate looking at historical, intergenerational and present day trauma, and reflecting back on culture as a way of healing. Working with our youth and very little ones is where I gain energy and learn so much from our kids. 

Spoken Languages: English & (very little Hiaki)

Life Philosophy:  Tu'i hiapsimake 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: The way the focus is on relationships which aligns with my own personal and professional values. Relationships are what builds us in different ways, and I think always providing learning and growth, and greater healing for our community. 

Education & Training:  A.A. in Psychology, College of the Redwoods, where I also pursued certificates in Child Development. B.A. in Psychology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology, both Cal Poly Humboldt.

Professional Interests: Areas of interest include Narrative Therapy, Interpersonal/Relational Therapy, expressive arts, somatic and eco (nature) therapy. 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy:  Just as redwood trees find strength in their interconnected roots, I believe people find healing through their connections with others. 

Our local redwoods stand tall despite their shallow roots because they rely on an intricate network of connections to support each other. I strive to be part of that supportive system, helping others grow and thrive. As each person progresses toward health, they inspire those around them to do the same.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I am deeply grateful to work at Two Feathers for many reasons. Two Feathers truly fosters a strong sense of community and connection among both the staff and the families we serve. The organization offers us opportunities to engage directly with the community and encourages continuous professional development through training and learning opportunities.

Education & Training: While attending Humboldt State University, earned MSW, minor in Child Development and extended studies in Native American History. While at Two Feathers completed requirements for LCSW.

Professional Interests: Working with children of all ages, to providing a safe place to experience endless hope, self-awareness, self refection, connection to cultural traditions, a healthy mind and spirit. My approach, to name a few; Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, Crisis counseling, Trauma-informed therapy.

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: My well-being, has always been gifted with“Hope”. Hope is the power to believe anything is achievable, hope is the power to believe in others. Hope is like a fresh start, a second chance, or to wish upon a miracle. With hope there is that continual opening of opportunity or new light for reassurance that the possibilities are endless and as long as you believe, anything can happen.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love the connection Two Feathers has created for the people we serve, with the openness of all departments within the agency working together as a team to give all and any support to individuals and families as needed, with this connection we are able to meet with individuals and families through their own unique way.

Education & Training: St. Bernard's Academy, Eureka; College of the Redwoods - general studies

Professional Interests: Inspiring and encouraging youth, striving to be the person I needed as a teenager growing up and having the opportunity to learn as much as I can to grow as a person and employee.

Spoken Languages: English, beginner Bodwewadmimwen

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love how much of a family it is at Two Feathers. It is an amazingly supportive environment with wonderful, confident, respected people and an unmatched reputation in the community. I hope to be able to be an asset to the team!

Education & Training: Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from Sterling College.

Professional Interests: Youth development.

Spoken Language: English

Life Philosophy: This is ever changing.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I enjoy working with the youth and the local communities. I also really enjoy the continued growth and learning opportunities I get from working here.

Education & Training: Bachelor of Arts degree from Humboldt State University in Psychology, 2016. Masters in Counseling Psychology from Humboldt State University, 2019.

Professional Interests: Developing deep, meaningful, relationships with all individuals she comes across in life and spreading compassion and empathy in order to make even the smallest difference in a persons’ life. I have a deep love for animals and nature which I  hope to incorporate into future therapeutic practices. 

Spoken Languages: English and Spanish

Life Philosophy: “When I look at a glass, my cup isn’t full or empty. Today it is overflowing. It is overflowing and exuding with positivity.”- Kevin Hines

What I love about working at Two Feathers: One aspect that I love about working at Two Feathers Native American Family Services would be the amount of support and creativity that the agency offers each of their employees. There is never a sense of someone having to do a task on their own without being able to reach out for help and there is always the encouragement to be creative when providing therapeutic services with the children and families we serve. 

Education & Training: Masters in Social Work from Humboldt State University. B.A. from Southern Oregon University. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Karuk language apprentice under Master Speaker Julian Lang as well as a language teacher in Orleans and Somes Bar elementary schools.

Professional Interests: Native Language revitalization is a long-term passion of mine and I believe it will play a big role in the healing of the People as it has done so much for myself and my family. 

Spoken Languages: English and Karuk

Life Philosophy: Our traditions, language, songs, families, dances, the health of our Rivers, the People on the lands, it all comes together to build us up. We are all connected and I truly believe together we can heal!

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I am so happy to be a part of the Two Feathers team as I see mental health and healing encompasses so much more than just therapy. I value Two Feathers' commitment to Native People and their ability to re-imagine models that truly were not designed to help Native people and to work to heal past differences in order to reach the whole Community. Yootva (thank you)!

Education & Training: I have a B.A. in Child Development from Humboldt State and a M.S. in Recreation Administration from Sacramento State. I also travelled the world on a Semester at Sea during my undergraduate work.

Professional Interests: I love helping people.  Watching individuals and communities thrive and to know that I had a part in that (even just a tiny part) gives me great joy and motivates me to be better!

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy:  “Life is too short to wake up in the morning with regrets.  So love the people who treat you right, forget about the ones who don’t and believe that everything happens for a reason.  If you get a chance, take it!  If it changes your life, Let it. Nobody said that it’d be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.” (unknown)

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I loved the warm welcome that I received when I started here;  everyone is so close it feels like home already.

Education & Training: Bachelors Degree, Sociology - Sacramento State University

Professional Interests: My professional interests are focused on building meaningful relationships rooted in respect, trust and understanding. I strive to show up in an authentic way, with humility and empathy, to build strong relationships with the families I serve and the larger community. I remain open to learning, self-reflection and accepting accountability to become a better person and to best serve our community.

Life Philosophy:  I strongly believe in each person's capacity to heal, grow and make positive changes in their lives. I recognize and honor the inherent strengths and resiliency of the youth and families we serve. By meeting a person where they are at, I believe we can make the necessary adjustments to adapt and best meet the needs of the community.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: It's an honor and a privilege to be a part of an organization that has such a widespread positive impact in the community. I love how Two Feathers takes a holistic approach to mental health and wellness and places culture as the foundation.

Education & Training: MSW, Humboldt State University

Professional Interests: Reconnecting/Connecting youth and families to culture and mentorship, cultural programming, ICWA (bringing kids home), youth prevention and intervention programming

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: “I am a descendant of survivors and a mother/auntie to the next generation, and I need to walk like it.” 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I love working for Two Feathers because my position allows for me to continue to grow and become a role model and mentor for the next generation of Native youth.

Education & Training: Double major CRGS: Multicultural Queer Studies/Psychology with a minor in Womxns Studies from Humboldt State University 2016, and a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Humboldt State University 2019. Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Professional Interests: Building community, equity work, queer liberation, mental health, narrative therapy, education 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: The personal is political and the work I do is directly connected with how I experience the world we live in, and how I conceptualize change for the future. 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I am fortunate to work with a team that shares my personal and professional values and vision for a better tomorrow through community engagement.

Education & Training: Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Humboldt State University with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) which allows me to practice as a school social worker.

Professional Interests: Most days, I find that my personal and professional interests are centered on how to build and sustain meaningful relationships and connections. In particular, I always seek to learn how we can better care for, value, protect, respect, and support one another, the environment, and all our other non-human relations as well. 

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: "...Whoever you are, no matter how lonely, the world offers itself to your imagination, calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and exciting, over, and over, announcing your place in the family of things." Mary Oliver Wild Geese

What I love about working at Two Feathers:  Two Feathers brings me hope. I believe the work being done everyday by this team, the youth, the families, and the community is proof that great power exists when people come together to make change in a good way.  I am endlessly inspired in this work and so grateful to be a part of it. 

Education & Training: B.A. from University of California at Davis  and M.A. from California State University, Sacramento. Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA in 2015. Completed doctoral internship at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Stanford University. Trained in working with adolescents, youth, and Native American Families. Extensive training and experience with young men of color. 

Professional Interests: Native American Mental Health, Social Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking and Leadership.  

Spoken Languages: English 

Life Philosophy: Be honest with yourself, focus on understanding yourself and others, always strive to do better, think outside the box, be creative, do something that has never been done before, create opportunities and things for others to look forward to, build community, and be down for the underdog.  

What I love about working at Two Feathers: The Challenge of creating something that has never been done before, the opportunity to have a real impact, and the family, community feel that allows me to be myself.

Education and Training: A.A. Degree in Behavioral and Social Sciences, will be pursuing a B.A. Degree in Child Development with a minor in Native American Studies at Humboldt State University

Professional Interest: Serving our Native communities, through cultural programming, youth prevention and intervention programming and helping our youth and families reach their goals and achieve health and wellness.

Spoken Languages: English, Yurok, a little Karuk and Spanish

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I am thankful for the connections that I've made, everyone I work with feels like family to me. I have felt very supported and encouraged to grow, achieve my goals and move outside my comfort zone. I definitely love the work we do here at Two Feathers with our Native youth and families and I am very proud to be a part of this organization.

Education and Training: CADC II (Certified substance abuse counselor through California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals) 

Certified Red Road and Motherhood/Fatherhood is Sacred Facilitator 

Professional Interests: Helping the community reconnect with their cultural identity through traditional healthy living and cultural practices. Attending dance ceremonies, gathering and weaving, sweat lodge ceremonies.

Life Philosophy:  ''Never forget where you come from''. As a person in recovery from substances and a person who once was disconnected from my cultural identity, I won't forget what that felt like to have no hope, no confidence, no healthy connections and beliefs. My approach to helping the community is centered around love and acceptance. I think back to the person that trained me as a sweat leader who would say, " I am no different than you. I just happened to have come through the door first". 

What I love about working at Two Feathers: Working with our community, attending cultural events, and mainly our team. 

Education and Training: Received my LCSW #107979 in May 2022, MSW (Humboldt State University), BSW (Humboldt State University), Veterans Administration Post Masters Fellowship in Rural Mental Health, Certified Yoga Teacher

Professional Interests: Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Client Centered, Solution Focused, Relational Psychodynamic

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: “If you have come here to help me, you are wasting your time. But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together.”

What I love about working at Two Feathers: I appreciate the community engagement, teamwork, continual staff development, and congruent values and action.

Education & Training: M.A. in Counseling Psychology 2019 and B.A. in Psychology 2016 from Humboldt State University. Training in Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Psychodynamic Therapy, Applied Suicide Intervention Training, Family Suicide Intervention, Mindfulness Meditation, Grief Counseling, and Domestic Violence Counseling.

Professional Interests: Trauma-Informed school-based mental health, social justice and equal access to mental health care, strengthening and healing relationships in families and couples, and community and systemic level interventions that improve wellbeing.

Spoken Languages: English

Life Philosophy: Live true to your own values and leave the world better than how you found it.

What I love about working at Two Feathers: Working at Two Feathers provides me with opportunities to live by some of my deepest values through my work by being there for others when they need help the most. I have deep compassion and truly care for the children and adults I work with, and it is truly an honor to be able to make a positive impact in my community. Also, I love my work family - they are the best!