MEET THE NEW MEMBERS OF THE MENTAL HEALTH TEAM AT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - March 2025
Ashley McArthur Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Lakeview Behavioral Health
Hi! My name is Ashley McArthur and I am excited to be serving the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a nurse I have worked across the lifespan, providing mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults. I value teamwork and believe the best results are achieved when we choose to work together and take the time to truly hear one another. When I am not at work I enjoy reading, golfing, and spending time with family. I look forward to growing with the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe community and hope to have an opportunity to work with you and your family.
Ashley's Schedule:
Monday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday: Virtual Appts. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: Virtual Appts. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
JhonRaeReeves Lakeview Behavioral Health
Boozhoo, my name is JhonRae, and I was born and raised in Duluth, Minn. I started my educational journey at Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College obtaining my AA and Human Services degree. After, I went and pursued my bachelor's and master's in social work at The College of St. Scholastica. During my educational journey, I knew right away I was where I was meant to be. I found my passion is helping guide others in their own journey by utilizing mindfulness, being client-centered, and emphasiz ing curiosity in one's life story. I also am an advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and participate in activities that uplift, educate, and support individuals, families, and communities in celebrating different identities. Some of my interests and hob bies are sewing, beading, dancing, and finding new art projects of all sorts. Also, playing card/board games is a must! I would like to share one of my favorite quotes: "Peace is this moment without judgment. That is all. This moment in the heart-space where everything is welcome." ~ Dorothy Hunt. JhonRae will be serving Sandstone and McGregor locations.
JhonRae’s Schedule:
Monday: DII Clinic 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday: DIII Clinic 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday: DII Clinic 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday: DIII Clinic 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday: DIII Clinic 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Kimberley Hass Therapist Lakeview Behavioral Health MS, NC (National Certified Counselor)
I am a Mental Health Therapist working toward my LPC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) licensure. I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology, minoring in Alcohol and Drug Studies from Mankato State University, Minnesota, and my Master of Science in Counselor Education from Winona State University, Minnesota. I work with a diverse population of individuals from 6 years old to 100 years young dealing with anxiety/ fear, emotion management, low self-esteem, low self-worth, trauma, abuse, sexual identity issues, relationship issues, life transition difficulties, as well as individuals struggling with a variety of other mental health disorders. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals from very diverse back grounds as well as with severe and persistent mental health disorders. I am passionate about engaging with my clients to help them find their own path. I look forward to helping them reach their goals and supporting them on their journey. I aim to create a warm and safe environment that encourages individuals, couples, and families to identify, explore, and heal their personal areas of difficulty.
As a therapist, it is my honor to be a part of another person's process of understanding their worth. My therapeutic ap proach is as eclectic as every individual doesn't fit into specific therapeutic models therefore, I work with my clients in a way that works for them. I am empathic, patient, and respectful while building a positive relationship with my clients. I also work from a collaborative perspective, believing that building rapport and trust is the most helpful in clients achieving their goals. I work together with my clients to help them develop a better understanding of their histories, triggers, and patterns of behavior in order to get unstuck and create new endings to old stories, build coping strategies, and a capacity for resiliency in order to face stressors and fears that are blocking growth; learn to live authentically with what matters to them.
Kimberley's Schedule:
Monday: Virtual Appts. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday Virtual Appts. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ivy Peterson East Therapist Lakeview Behavioral Health
I believe we are all shaped by our environments and life experiences, including abuse and trauma. As a therapist, I hold a safe space for all people to explore, express, and heal. I use evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, radical acceptance, and personal empowerment to help people recognize the relationship between their thoughts and their behaviors. I encourage self-acceptance and healthy choices. I specialize in serving survivors of trauma; LGBTQIA+ folks, families, allies; and people living with HIV and significant and persistent mental illnesses (SMPI). My pronouns are she/her. I was born and raised in the Cuyuna Lakes area, and I'm honored to serve this community.
Ivy's Schedule:
Monday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday: DI Clinic 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday: Virtual Appts. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: Virtual Appts. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kathy Kongsjord Therapist Lakeview Behavioral Health
Throughout my career, I have learned many modalities to help people understand that they are not alone in this life journey and that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I believe in helping individuals through exploring their history and discovering hidden patterns that they may not even be aware of so that they can begin to control their emotions and be excited about what life has to offer. My therapeutic approach is forward with grace and a touch of humor, because laughter is the best medicine. I am working on becoming certified as a Dialectical Behavioral Therapist in December and Accelerated Resolution Therapist in March 2025. I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, playing pickleball, and watching anything Marvel in my spare time.
Kathy's Schedule:
Monday: Four Winds 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday: Four Winds 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday: Four Winds 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: Four Winds 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday: Four Winds 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kim Schaefbauer, M.Ed., LPCC, LADC Clinical Director Northern Pines Mental Health Center
Kim joined the Northern Pines team in 2015. Kim has been in her current role as Clinical Direc tor since 2017. Before the role as Clinical Director, she served three vital roles: Director of the Outpatient Department, Clinician within the Co-Occurring Chemical Health Program and Clinical Supervisor for the ARMHS Program. Kim has actively participated in the developmental process for the CBHC within Northern Pines and the service group at the state level to promote integrated treatment for individuals. Kim has degrees in Educational Administration, Counseling and Personal Services, licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Child Development. Kim is a licensed professional clinical counselor, and a licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Within Kim's Clinical Director role, she con tinues to provide therapeutic services to children, families, and adults to remain current in her clinical practice. She has clinical training in the evidence-based practices of EMDR, DBT, with a specialty in trauma, substance use, and TF-CBT. She has been working in the mental health field serving children, families, and adults for the last forty years.
Kim's Schedule:
Nay-Ah-Shing School
2nd, 3rd, and 4th Tuesday of the month 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
