Case Managers & Counselors

Don Langford

**Case Manager**
I am one of 2 Case Managers for the Whale Foundation. I have been with Whale for the past 10 years. I am a retired Licensed Professional Counselor who had a 25 year private practice following 11 years working with a community mental health center. I have lived in Prescott since 1977 and raised 2 sons there. As an active outdoors person, I have hiked all the trails in the Grand Canyon at least once and have run the Colorado many times as well as the Green, the San Juan and other rivers of the Southwest. I continue to kayak, paddleboard and mountain bike as well. My outdoor activities help in relating to the issues many river guides present when they call in requesting services. I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Masters in Counseling from Arizona State University. My goal is to connect you with the best provider or service, and to support you through life's challenges as a member of the Colorado River Community, either on or off the river.

Eric Smith

**Case Manager**
Hi, I’m Eric Smith. I’m a Case Manager for the Whale Foundation based in Flagstaff. I help connect folks in the guiding community to mental health services by answering calls, making referrals, and offering support with care and understanding.
I have several years of experience in community mental health, substance use treatment, and harm reduction, working as a case manager, BHT, and peer support specialist. I’m currently finishing my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at GCU and have a B.S. in Environmental Science from NAU.
I was born and raised in Flagstaff and grew up rafting, backpacking, and exploring the Southwest. Being able to support the guiding community feels close to home.

Jennifer Babendir

We offer empathetic and personalized coaching and counseling tailored to individual needs, specializing in anxiety/depression, trauma, relationships and more. Through evidence-based techniques, we create a safe space for exploration, coping strategies, and meaningful growth, empowering clients to live fulfilling lives through individual, couples, or group counseling.

Are you feeling stressed, depressed, anxious, alone or overwhelmed? You're not alone. Let's navigate this journey together. We provide a safe space for you to explore, grow, and heal. Reach out today and take the first step towards a brighter tomorrow.

www.ahis.health

Cody Bayes

Cody was born and raised in FLG, AZ. He earned his MA in Community Counseling and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Northern Arizona University. While attending school, he worked in community mental health for 9 years at The Guidance Center in a variety of roles that addressed general mental health and substance use disorders. In 2018, he joined Flagstaff Counseling Center as a partner prior to starting Beyond the Pines alongside Dan Phillips in 2021.
When it comes to therapy, Cody believes the quality of the therapeutic relationship paves the way for change by helping people develop self-awareness and understand the reciprocal relationship between one’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and how those three items are influenced by the environment and personal life experiences.
Cody is also an approved clinical supervisor through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. His research interests include ecotherapy, organizational psychology, and mindfulness based approaches to therapy and their outcomes.
www.beyondFLG.com

Billy Brey-Boswell

Whether you are hoping to heal trauma, seeking to improve your relationships, or simply looking to learn ways to better cope with the stressors of daily life, I am happy to walk alongside you on your journey. Our modern world is filled with distractions that disconnect us from ourselves and the world around us. The greatest gift one can offer oneself is the pursuit of connection and presence. My aim is to guide you in this pursuit.

I work well with individuals and couples who are struggling with stressors that may be impacted by a history of trauma. Generally my client's experience a wide variety of anxious or depressive symptoms including low motivation, uncontrollable worry, and repetitive thoughts. Additionally, I am passionate about parenting and work well with those struggling in this area.

The first step toward meaningful change is the courage to reach out and connect. Whether you find that courage today, tomorrow, or weeks/months from now, I’m happy to walk beside you. I look forward to connecting with you.

Tracy Bussey

I adopt an integrative approach to therapy, customizing my methods to meet the unique needs of each individual. I also believe in a holistic perspective—addressing the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of each client and supporting a healthy life balance. When appropriate, I include holistic nutrition and lifestyle education in my treatment. I offer individual and couple counseling. With over 25 years of clinical experience, I specialize in helping clients with anxiety and depression, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma recovery, and multicultural challenges. I hold a Doctorate in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Rochester and a Master’s of Education in Counseling from Northern Arizona University.
https://busseyholistictherapy.com/

Michael Cox

Therapy is more than talking about problems – it’s about healing, growth, and finding freedom from the patterns that keep you stuck. With over 26 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals overcome eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, and sexual addictions, using compassionate, evidence-based strategies to create real, lasting change.
My approach is collaborative and connection-focused. I believe that healing happens through understanding yourself deeply and building the tools you need to move forward with confidence. Whether you’re struggling with shame cycles around food, feeling trapped by anxiety, or navigating complex addictions, I provide a safe, supportive space where you’ll feel heard, empowered, and capable of creating a fulfilling life.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from Brigham Young University, but it’s my decades of working alongside clients that have shaped my perspective: every person’s story is different, and meaningful change begins when you’re met with compassion and insight exactly where you are.
www.veritasmentalhealth.com/mikec

Michelle Martin

I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I believe therapy is a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. I work with a diverse range of clients, including first responders, veterans, teens, adults, couples, and folks in the LGBTQ community. I work with people who experience symptoms of trauma, anxiety, loss/grief, depression, addiction, low self confidence and struggles with communication and connection in relationships.
www.safeharborcounselingflagstaff.com

Robin O’Sullivan

Originally from the Four Corners region of NM, I have a great love for the outdoors. I feel grateful to have settled in Flagstaff, after living in numerous places (to include Virginia, Hawaii, Kansas, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Georgia, and Germany). After graduating from the George Washington University in D.C., I worked in a variety of settings with diverse populations. As both an Army Veteran and as a military spouse, I understand the experience of adapting to life changes. I view my role as a psychologist to be that of a guide for personal transformation and as a companion in navigating transitional seasons of life. I take a collaborative approach to the therapeutic process, focusing on your goals and desired outcome. When not working, I enjoy traveling, hiking, yoga, and reading fiction.
https://robin-osullivan.clientsecure.me/

Daniel Phillips

I am a generalist practitioner that utilizes various modalities. I predominantly utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy orientation with a focus on how thoughts and behaviors influence emotions, relationships, and life pursuits. I also integrates systems and psychodynamic theory with humanistic and interpersonal approaches. I strive to maintain a holistic focus utilizing a variety of techniques to meet the needs of each individual client. Through counseling, clients strive to resolve current stressors, develop and maintain coping and support strategies, and enhance clarity and self-awareness to assist in responding to issues that may arise in the future.
I provides treatment for adolescents, adults, individuals, and couples. I have an interest in anxiety, depression, identity issues, adjustment, and substance dependence.
https://www.beyondflg.com

Chris Rieder

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Mental Performance Coach and have been working in the field for nearly 2 decades. Whether you are looking for support in addressing emotional struggles, behavioral patterns, or facing difficult life situations or you are seeking seeking to create the mental strength and performance to be your best; having professional support that you trust through the process is essential. I have trained in a large variety of therapeutic modalities and approaches, howeverI am always solution-focused to help you identify and make the changes in your life that allow you be your best. I live in the mountains of Colorado with my wife, 2 kids, and dog. I love spending most of my free time on the slopes, on the river, and in the woods. I am excited to be an option for those of you who reside in Colorado and need support. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, along with mental performance coaching, both in person and via telehealth. Unfortunately, you must reside in Colorado to engage in therapeutic services with me due to licensure requirements.
http://peakperspectives.org

Pat Rose

I am an Arizona Licensed Psychologist specializing in evaluating persons with disabilities to help them return to work, or to obtain their first employment. I also provide psychotherapy for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, family of origin issues, interpersonal interaction difficulties, coping problems, chronic anger, low self-confidence, and issues experienced by adult children of alcoholics. Additionally, I provide counseling for persons struggling with vocational issues, such as problems in the work place, and vocational career choices.

Lindsay Seals

Lindsay landed in Flagstaff in 2018 after living out of her van exploring the western U.S. for a year. Originally from Virginia, Lindsay has a Bachelors in Criminal Justice from Radford University located in rural southwest Virginia on the banks of the New River. While there, she began her career as a Victim Witness Coordinator, which set her on 15+ year career in Social Work working with victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. During that time, Lindsay worked with civilian and military populations as a victim advocate, educator, and manager in the federal government.

After receiving her graduate degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California, Lindsay expanded her work to include psychotherapy. Her eclectic therapy style includes a parallel approach of insight oriented therapy and solution focused modalities. She is also a child and adolescent therapist who strongly emphasizes the power of play and skills building in her therapy work. Lindsay recently created a partnership with Horses, Heroes, and Hope to offer Equine Assisted Psychotherapy.

https://www.beyondflg.com