Meet the Staff
Janet Nimer Wilson, LCSW
Janet graduated from Westminster with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and from the University of Utah with a Master’s in Social Work. She has worked at the University of Utah Hospital as a Crisis Worker in the Emergency Room and as a Mental Health Examiner for Salt Lake County. Janet has been an expert witness in District and Juvenile Court. She has experience in doing Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) with first responders and employees of organizations, who have experienced a life changing trauma incident.
Janet is a Certified Crisis Counselor for the State of Utah. Her expertise includes trauma focused therapy. Janet is an EMDRIA Approved and Certified Consultant and an EMDRIA Training Facilitator. She is also a HAP Approved Facilitator. Janet has extensive training in EMDR, specifically in treating complex trauma (multiple traumas), sexual abuse, and women’s issues. Janet has a Facility Dog from Canine Companions for Independence (CCI). Flower, her dog, can work with all ages of individual clients and groups. Janet approaches therapy from a systems perspective including the entire family even when working with individuals. She uses an array of evidence-based practices with all her clients. Janet specializes in diagnosing, treating and developing appropriate treatment plans for individuals and families. She has worked with mood disorders, traumatic events, chronic mental health problems and parenting issues.
Janelle Nimer, PhD, LCSW
Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW has over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families achieving their therapeutic goals. Dr. Nimer graduated from the University of Utah with a Master’s in Social Work and from the University of Tennessee with a Doctorate in Social Work. Dr. Nimer also completed a three-year doctoral fellowship focusing on Veterinary Social Work. She also worked at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital where she was able to work with children in crisis, who had experienced a traumatic event, and who were dealing with chronic illnesses.
Dr. Nimer approaches therapy from a systems perspective including the entire family even when working with individuals. Dr. Nimer uses an array of evidence-based practices with all her clients. She is the former Chair of the board of Pet Partners of Utah. Dr. Nimer is certified and a consultant in training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She is also trained in Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Play Therapy, Animal-Assisted Play Therapy (AAPT), and Equine Assisted Growth and Learning (EAGALA). Dr. Nimer has been published in and conducting animal-assisted interventions for over 15 years. She has been an expert witness in Juvenile Court. She also has experience in doing Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) with first responders in a disaster, and employees of organizations, who have experienced life changing grief and trauma incident(s).
Dr. Nimer’s passion is working with children and adolescents experiencing emotional and behavioral issues while incorporating animals into treatment. She also enjoys working with adults with mood disorders, grief, compassion fatigue, family issues, and parenting. She has training to work with individuals of all ages who are diagnosed with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and terminal illnesses. She also has training to work with all individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. Currently, Dr. Nimer is only accepting patients who would like to work with dogs or horses during their therapeutic treatment.
Jacob Stucki, CSW
Jake enjoys helping those who think about suicide or need help with their relationships, whether they are with themselves, friends, family, or romantic partners. Jake enjoys working with children and teens and has availability in the evenings and weekends. He utilizes Gottman Method, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Jamie Wuthrich, LCSW
Jamie Wuthrich is an LCSW with experience in working with individuals who suffer severe and persistent mental health issues, and those with substance use disorders. She is an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, and has experience working with individuals with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries, Intellectual Disabilities, and Autism. Her preferred modalities are MI, CPT, CBT and DBT.
Brianna Davis, LCSW
Brianna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with six years of clinical experience. Brianna specializes in using trauma-informed approaches to treat adults with PTSD and complex trauma, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, grief and loss, and issues around identity and self-esteem. She also has a passion for working with individuals struggling with religious trauma, faith transitions, and questions of gender and sexuality. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming and uses a compassionate, strengths-based perspective to help clients build self-compassion and feel empowered to overcome their personal challenges and meet therapeutic goals.
Brianna is a board-certified EMDR therapist, and is trained in DBT, CBT/Trauma-Focused CBT, CPT, Motivational Interviewing, ARC, and Internal Family Systems. In her free time, she enjoys trail running out in the beautiful Wasatch front, skiing, rock climbing, training for road races, and spending time with her adorable German shepherd.
Chris Finch, LCSW
Chris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of clinical experience. He is passionate about working with veterans, adult survivors of complex trauma and PTSD, people who suffer from anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. His therapeutic background includes suicide prevention and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salt Lake City and medical social work at the University of Utah Sugar House Clinic. Prior to earning his MSW degree, he earned his Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counseling certification and specialized in motivational interviewing working at a dual diagnosis residential treatment center and a harm reduction clinic. Chris utilizes (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CPT) Cognitive Processing Therapy, (ACT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and (MI) Motivational Interviewing modalities with a trauma informed approach.
Equine Assisted Growth and Learning (EAGALA) Mental Health Specialist. With his military culture training and clinical experience while working with Veterans at the VA he is also a certified EAGALA Military Service Provider. The EAGALA therapy model is evidence based and utilized by all U.S. Military Branches and VA Hospitals and Medical Centers across the country and is highly effective with clients who have struggled with traditional therapy.
Veronica Argyle, CSW
Veronica’s passion for intersectionality and her desire to contribute to the community worked as catalysts to start her on the path to social work. She is a Certified Social Worker who graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelor of Science degree in Gender Studies and a Master of Social Work degree. In addition to providing therapy to individuals, couples, and groups, Veronica also works as a project administrator in the child welfare field where she helps large systems work to be more responsive to the individual needs of the children and families they serve.
Veronica’s work focuses on culturally responsive and trauma-informed therapy that recognizes the importance of mind/body connectivity in healing and finding personal growth. She tailors her therapeutic approach to work collaboratively with the strengths and needs of each individual, including elements from Feminist Multicultural Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She has also completed level 1 clinical training in the Gottman Method for couples therapy.
Veronica works with adults from a variety of populations on a wide span of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, body image, self-love, confidence, and exploring the alignment of actions with personal values. She often incorporates mindfulness interventions as well as somatic experiences like movement and nature therapy into her work. Veronica is LGBTQ+ affirming. She also enjoys working with individuals going through faith questioning or transitions and those from the ethically non-monogamous and sex positive communities.
In her free time, Veronica enjoys spending time in the mountains, trying all the coffee shops she can find, and curling up with a craft project while she binge-watches Doctor Who.
KoLyn Tacy – CSW-Intern
KoLyn graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Brigham Young University and is currently a graduate student working toward her MSW at Utah State University. She has extensive experience working with children, youth, and families in the child welfare system. She has also worked with community agencies across all systems of care to maintain compliance with state regulatory requirements, including substance use and mental health programs serving youth and adults. She is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist.
KoLyn participates in animal assisted activities with her dog Riven, and is passionate about the benefits of the human-animal bond in the therapeutic setting. When not spending time with her husband or Riven, KoLyn is a voracious reader and loves to bake.
Emma Kinney, CSW
Emma Kinney graduated from the University of Utah in 2017 with a Bachelor in Elementary Education and taught elementary school before returning to complete her Master’s Degree in Social Work with an emphasis on mental health with the University of Utah in 2023.
Emma has worked extensively with children families, and adolescents as well as individuals, couples, and groups. She has also worked with families and children experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault as well as other relational problems and crisis situations.
Emma has been trained in domestic violence, psychological first aid, CBT, DBT, Gottman Level I Interventions, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems and other trauma informed practices such as TF-CBT.
Emma participates in animal-assisted activities with the horses at the 4 Healing Center and previously taught horseback riding lessons which drove her love for therapeutic modalities while working with animals.
In her free time, Emma loves spending time exploring the outdoor playground Utah has to offer through backpacking and hiking. If she’s not outside, she’s probably reading a good book over a cup of coffee with her pup at her feet.
Lindsey MacFarlane, LCSW
Lindsey brings 15 years’ experience in the mental health field. Her trauma informed care approach is the core of how she approaches treatment. Her philosophy stems from the belief that, “Trauma creates change you Don’t choose. Healing is about creating change you Do choose.” – Michelle Rosenthal
Meeting an individual and family where they are at and developing specialized care to create meaningful goals, gain understanding through education, empowerment with tools and skills, and develop positive core beliefs.
Lindsey is experienced working with individuals of any age experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADHD, Self-Harm, Addiction, Grief/Loss, Abuse, Adoption and Attachment Issues, Maternal Mental Health, and PTSD. She is EMDR Level 1 certified and utilizes a variety of modalities including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Art and Play Therapy, Attachment Focused, Parent-child interaction therapy, and Somatic Therapy.
Samantha Klebe, LCSW
Samantha is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who specializes in working with, children, adolescents , and young adults. Childhood and adolescence can be a bumpy ride with many twists and turns and ups and downs. Sam’s passion is helping those she works with navigate these challenges and find joy in the journey. By demonstrating compassion, empathy, and unconditional positive regard, Sam is easily able to develop therapeutic rapport and establish a safe space where her clients feel free to be themselves.
Sam received both her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Counseling from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She has training and experience in a multitude of therapeutic modalities and interventions including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution – Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, career counseling, family therapy, art therapy, and play therapy. Sam’s experience also includes assessment and appraisal of children and adolescents with a variety of neurodiverse differential diagnoses. Sam has extensive experience working with children and individuals with autism and special needs in a variety of settings including in school and at home. She particularly enjoys utilizing art and play during hersessions to foster creativity and growth throughout the healing process.
Sam is a Southern California native who recently moved to Utah, so it may take her some time to adjust to the cold but she loves being outdoors and anything to do with nature. During her free time Sam enjoys hiking, reading fantasy books, baking anything with chocolate, and spending time with her husband, 2-year-old son, and Goldendoodle, Sully. She also follows instructions from her two cats, Bella and Perseus, as they see her as more of a staff member but she loves them anyway. Sam looks forward to working together with you and helping you grow and become your best self!
Support Staff
Catie Spuhl, Office Manager
Email: catie.s@utahhealingcenter.org
Chris Taylor, Billing Manage
Email: chris.t@utahhealingcenter.org
Jamey Lopez, Assistant Billing Manager
Email: jamey.l@utahhealingcenter.org
Bailee Longhurst, Administrative assistant
Email: bailee.l@utahhealingcenter.org
Will Freigang, Administrative Assistant
Email: will.f@utahhealingcenter.org
