Our Team

Rising Phoenix believes in maintaining a culture of trust and safety. Personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported by our company to foster an environment of self-care, balance, and successful employee development. These values are very important to us and contribute to providing optimal services to our clients.

Our Staff are Invaluable

We understand that without qualified staff, our clients cannot achieve their desired life goals. Rising Phoenix Wellness Services acknowledges that we must be innovative by creating an environment that encourages continuing education, dedication, and best practices.

Our leadership team has completed specialized Leadership Assessments to identify unique work styles. The core evaluations of the assessments are to determine D (Dominant, Determined), I (Influencing, Inspiring), S (Stead, Supportive), and C (Compliant, Creative) traits, along with emotional intelligence, leadership abilities and axiology. An overview was then completed by Jim Hayden at Board Developer to identify strengths and opportunities for growth. We then developed a better understanding of one another to create a more cohesive culture to serve our employees and clients.

Dr. Aaron Wilson

Dr. Aaron Wilson

Medical Director

Dr. Wilson earned his medical degree from Tulane University in 2007. Following graduation from medical school, he completed his Psychiatric residency at Tulane University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and subsequently served as the Chief Resident...

Erin Stanfield, LCSW

Erin Stanfield, LCSW

Chief Executive Officer, Clinical Director

Erin has extensive experience in treating mental health conditions, substance use disorders, process disorders, and co-occurring disorders. She has been in practice for the past 15 years. Erin received her bachelor's degree in recreational therapy from Indiana...

Jeff Keffler

Jeff Keffler

Executive Director of Admissions & Business Development

Jeff serves as the Executive Director of Admissions & Business Development developing and managing the admissions process to ensure clients and families are guided through the intake process with dignity and support. He also manages the business development...

Zach Regier, BS

Zach Regier, BS

Clinical Coordinator

Zach holds a degree in Entrepreneurship from the ASU WP Carey School of Business. His previous business experience, including healthcare office management and real estate fueled his desire to provide an impeccable client experience. He joined Rising Phoenix to deliver...

Seth Jenkins, LPC, LISAC

Seth Jenkins, LPC, LISAC

Primary Therapist and Clinical Supervisor

Seth has been providing counseling services at Rising Phoenix Wellness Services since January of 2020. Seth began his career in behavioral health in 2005 when working as a behavioral health technician while completing graduate school. He is currently licensed through...

Tessa Mandala, LPC

Tessa Mandala, LPC

Primary Therapist

Tessa is a licensed clinician and certified yoga therapist. She believes all individuals can recover from distressing issues and each person’s journey may be different in achieving a fulfilled life. She holds dual Bachelor’s degrees from Colorado State University in...

Jenna Gardner, LBSW, MSW

Jenna Gardner, LBSW, MSW

Case Manager

Originally from Delaware, Jenna now resides in Arizona. She holds an undergraduate and graduate degree in Social Work from ASU. Social work proves to not just be a career path but a life calling for Jenna. In her own life experience, Jenna has overcome challenges...

Natalie Sokol, MA

Natalie Sokol, MA

Case Manager

Natalie is an Arizona native who has come back to the desert after spending the last 5+ years traveling and living abroad. She originally received a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from the University of Arizona, but has pivoted careers and is...

Annie Gipson, LCSW

Annie Gipson, LCSW

Equine Psychotherapist

Annie is the founder and owner of Hope Bandits, LLC. She has dual licensure in Arizona and Texas and is a board-approved clinical supervisor in AZ. Annie has a wide variety of clinical experience including working with individuals in acute psychiatric care, substance...

Jeff Thomas, BA

Jeff Thomas, BA

Experiential Group Facilitator

Jeff is the founder of Impact Recovery and the creator of the LifeForce, Transformational Coaching program. He holds a BA in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and is a certified and trauma-informed recovery coach, performance coach, and life coach....

Bhante Sujartha

Bhante Sujartha

Meditation & Spiritual Facilitator

Bhante Sujatha, a 30+ year Buddhist Monk, is singularly focused on adding more love in the world. He teaches loving-kindness meditation to people around the globe for all those seeking the art of happiness and contentment. Bhante brings his joyful, radiant, funny and...

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