The Open Sky Journey Begins Here
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." - Chinese Proverb
At Open Sky, we assist teens, young adults and families struggling with difficult challenges and life circumstances. We provide a life-changing opportunity to discover and create a healthy life that is an intelligent and authentic expression of one’s true nature as capable, worthy, honorable people. We invite you to explore our comprehensive website to learn more about the Open Sky experience.
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About Open Sky
Owned and operated by experienced professionals with over 100 years collective experience in the field, Open Sky’s holistic wilderness program provides the most comprehensive treatment in the industry by integrating the best of contemporary clinical modalities, naturopathic medicine, as well as time-honored practices of yoga and meditation alongside the best of conventional wilderness therapy. Learn More
Aaron Fernandes, BA
Executive Director (co-founder, owner)
Pam Parsons Dupuy, MA, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor & Therapist (co-founder, owner)
Emily Demong, LCSW
Clinical Director & Therapist (co-founder, owner)
Joanna Bettmann, PhD, LCSW
Research Director (co-founder, owner)
Katie Grace MacElveen, PhD
Adult Clinical Therapist
Norman Elizondo, BS
Family Wellness Counselor (owner)
Marie Krueger, MS
Family Wellness Counselor
Nicola Kettle, ND
Wellness Director, Naturopathic Doctor (co-founder, owner)
Marcus Higi, MD
Medical Director
Jade Wimberley, ND
Naturopathic Doctor
Tanya Dalebout, BA
Wellness Assistant
Lauren Lollini, MA, LPC
Admissions Director (owner)
Stephanie Smith, BS
Admissions Counselor
Danny Frazer, BBA
Business Development & Marketing Director (co-founder, owner)
Ellen Shinkle, BA
Field Director
Emily Isaacs, MA
Assistant Field Director
Derek Daley
Field Manager
David Boyle, MA
Field Manager
