Meet Our Team
ADMINISTRATION
BRITTANY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Alma Mater:
Buena Vista University
Best Part of Job:
Helping empower clients to be successful in their everyday life.
Self-Care Routine:
Traveling, spending time with close family and friends
Contact Information:
Email: bpalmer@crossroadsbhs.org
Direct Phone: 641-278-3115
HANNAH
CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Alma Mater:
Regis University
License:
LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Secret Talent:
Taking photos
Contact Information:
Phone: 641-782-8457
ASHLEY
COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Alma Mater:
Buena Vista University
Best Part of Job:
Meeting people right where they are and providing them with the tools to live a joyful life as defined by them.
Must Haves:
Essential Oils and Natural Cleaning Supplies
Contact Information:
Email: aarmstrong@crossroadsbhs.org
Direct Phone: 641-278-3117
OPERATIONS
KATIE
OPERATIONS MANAGER, Creston, Osceola & Winterset
Self-Care Routine:
Sitting outside enjoying the nice weather or a hot bath.
Secret Talent:
Being a cow whisperer.
Best Part of Job:
Being able to see the positive impact that Crossroads has on our community and our clients.
BRE
COMPLIANCE OFFICER, Creston, Osceola & Winterset
Self-Care Routine:
Singing in the car.
Fun Fact:
I have webbed toes
Best Part of The Job:
Seeing the positive impact we have on clients and being able to provide them empowerment in their decisions.
CLINICAL TEAM
MICK
CLINICAL TEAM LEAD, Creston
Alma Mater:
Missouri State University
License:
LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Fun Fact:
I played the saxophone from fifth grade all the way through high school.
MARY
MH THERAPIST, Creston and Osceola
Alma Mater:
University of Iowa
License:
LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)
Fun Fact:
I grew up on a farm with sheep, goats, and pigs.
LARRY
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR,
Osceola, Winterset, & Creston
Alma Mater:
University of Iowa
License:
LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker)
Fun Fact:
Enjoy hiking, bicycling, and kayaking.
JOSHUA
CLINICAL TEAM LEAD, Winterset
Alma Mater:
Simmons University
License:
LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker)
Secret Talent:
Slightly above average amateur historical European single-sword fencing enthusiast.
AMBER
MH THERAPIST,
Osceola & Winterset
Alma Mater:
Our Lady of the Lake University
License:
LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)
Fun Fact:
Advanced Ving Tsun Kung Fu Student
SHARON
MH THERAPIST, Creston and Osceola
Alma Mater:
St. Ambrose University
License:
LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)
Fun Fact:
I know how to square dance.
JOSEPH
MH THERAPIST, Osceola
Alma Mater:
Drake University
License:
LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
BECKY
SUD COUNSELOR, Creston
Alma Mater:
Buena Vista University
License: CADC
Fun Fact:
I love to travel and try new foods.
Self-Care Routine:
Meditation
WILLIAM
SUD COUNSELOR, Osceola & Winterset
Alma Mater:
Walden University
License: IADC
Best Part of Job:
To help individuals deal with life controlling challenges and to inspire others to find a life purpose.
JESSE
SUD COUNSELOR, Creston
License: IADC
Fun fact: I have swam with dolphins
Must have: I use chopsticks when eating Chinese food
JESSICA
Certified Prevention Specialist, Creston, Winterset, Osceola
Secret Talent:
Quilting.
Self-Care Routine:
Gardening, quilting, and baking.
Fun Fact:
I have five Cayuga ducks that live in my front yard.
Community Services
CARLA,RN
TEAM LEAD, NURSE CARE MANAGER, Creston
Megan
PEER SUPPORT, Creston, Winterset, & Osceola
CLINT
IHH & JAIL DIVERSION CARE COORDINATOR, Creston
TORI
IHH CARE COORDINATOR, Osceola & Winterset
DUSTIN
CSS & JAIL DIVERSION CARE COORDINATOR, Creston
PSYCHIATRIC PROVIDERS & NURSES
VICKIE
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE, Creston
ALICE
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE, Creston
SANDE
PMHNP-BC, Creston, Osceola & Winterset
Sande was born in Iowa and raised at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. She earned a bachelor’s in conservation and wildlife management from Missouri State University and then moved west and worked as a park ranger in Idaho for many years. Sande returned to school and earned her bachelor’s in nursing from Idaho State University in 2005. She began her nursing career in Colorado, then transitioned to travel nursing and has worked in many hospitals from California to the Midwest. Sande eventually landed in southern Iowa and worked at Clarke County Hospital in the emergency department and as the nursing education specialist. While working at Clarke County Hospital she attended school part time to earn her master’s in nursing from Walden University as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She enjoys spending time with her husband and their three boys, gardening, raising chickens and goats, traveling, and summer vacations with her family.
Dr. Antony
PSYCHIATRIST, Telehealth
Dr. Antony started with Crossroads in May 2014. He earned his bachelor of Medicine in 1995 from St. John’s Medical College. He has been a board eligible psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient care. Skilled in psycho-pharmacological management and psychiatric disorders. Currently Dr. Antony serves clients at the Creston location.
Kim Spears
PMHNP , Telehealth
Ms. Spears has provided services with Crossroads since 2015. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Boise State University and her Masters in Nursing at Stonybrook University, Long Island. She spent six years working at an inpatient psychiatric hospital and has been practicing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner since 2007. She currently assists patients in our Creston Office.
