Meet Our Healers
Jessica Jones, MSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jessica Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who was born and raised in Michigan. She received her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan, with a background in mental and behavioral health using motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Jessica brings experience working with people of all ages, and she has a particular passion for working with children and families. She is especially dedicated to ensuring families stay together and feel well-equipped to face life’s challenges; promoting the vital importance of relationships; and working with individuals, families, and communities to strengthen resiliency and heal from trauma.
Jessica Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who was born and raised in Michigan. She received her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan, with a background in mental and behavioral health using motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Jessica brings experience working with people of all ages, and she has a particular passion for working with children and families. She is especially dedicated to ensuring families stay together and feel well-equipped to face life’s challenges; promoting the vital importance of relationships; and working with individuals, families, and communities to strengthen resiliency and heal from trauma.
Crystal Pool, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor
Crystal received her BA in Mass Communications at West Texas A&M University and her master’s degree in counseling from Wayland Baptist University. Crystal has worked with youth, adults and families in a variety of counseling settings. Her passion has been working with adolescents and families who are experiencing crisis, ruptures in relationships and with those who have found themselves coping with adversity. Crystal’s style of therapy is informal, compassionate, and responsive to each person’s unique needs. She will guide you to explore your concerns and build greater understanding of the different aspects of your experience, from the emotional, mental, and physical to the family, social, and cultural.
Crystal received her BA in Mass Communications at West Texas A&M University and her master’s degree in counseling from Wayland Baptist University. Crystal has worked with youth, adults and families in a variety of counseling settings. Her passion has been working with adolescents and families who are experiencing crisis, ruptures in relationships and with those who have found themselves coping with adversity. Crystal’s style of therapy is informal, compassionate, and responsive to each person’s unique needs. She will guide you to explore your concerns and build greater understanding of the different aspects of your experience, from the emotional, mental, and physical to the family, social, and cultural.
Michaela Demmert, MSW
Michaela (Tlingit, Blackfeet, Nez Perce) is Taakw.aaneidí, child of the Shangukeidí and grandchild of the Kaax‘oos.hittaan. Her Tlingit name is Xo sáats. Michaela is the daughter of Sarah and Travis Dybdahl and the late James (Little) Williams. She is from Klawock, Alaska and grew up in Juneau, Alaska. Michaela graduated from Dartmouth College in 2018, receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology with a minor in Native American Studies. She attended the School of Social Work from University the Washington and received her Master of Social Work in 2022. She completed practicum at Seattle Indian Health Board in Behavioral Health.
Michaela (Tlingit, Blackfeet, Nez Perce) is Taakw.aaneidí, child of the Shangukeidí and grandchild of the Kaax‘oos.hittaan. Her Tlingit name is Xo sáats. Michaela is the daughter of Sarah and Travis Dybdahl and the late James (Little) Williams. She is from Klawock, Alaska and grew up in Juneau, Alaska. Michaela graduated from Dartmouth College in 2018, receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology with a minor in Native American Studies. She attended the School of Social Work from University the Washington and received her Master of Social Work in 2022. She completed practicum at Seattle Indian Health Board in Behavioral Health.
Ashley Hunt, MSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ashley Hunt is Lingít (Tlingit) L’eeneidí Áak’w Kwáan (Raven, Dog Salmon), from the Big Dipper House in Juneau. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage. Since 2010 she has worked in the social services field; primarily serving Tribal people in Alaska and Washington. Her approach to counseling is individualized to each client, and she believes that there isn’t one cookie-cutter approach when providing therapy. She will work with you to develop the tools and skills needed to enhance your life at a pace that feels comfortable to you.
Ashley Hunt is Lingít (Tlingit) L’eeneidí Áak’w Kwáan (Raven, Dog Salmon), from the Big Dipper House in Juneau. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage. Since 2010 she has worked in the social services field; primarily serving Tribal people in Alaska and Washington. Her approach to counseling is individualized to each client, and she believes that there isn’t one cookie-cutter approach when providing therapy. She will work with you to develop the tools and skills needed to enhance your life at a pace that feels comfortable to you.
Rachel Jeans, MA, Counseling Psychology
Rachel Jeans is Lingit, Kaagwaantaan from Déix X’awool Hít (Two-Door House). Her name given at birth is Koowáach’ and Yaayaginaxíx, which was her grandmother’s name, and gifted to her since her passing. Rachel was born and raised in Juneau, Alaska. She attended the University of Hawaii at Hilo, where she obtained her Masters in Counseling Psychology, in 2015. She chose the school for its focus on diverse and multi-cultural populations. Rachel has experience working with adults, families, and children. She is passionate about serving our Alaskan Native populations and plans to remain in Juneau to raise her family. She is eclectic in her approach to counseling that draws from multiple theoretical approaches that best suit the needs of her clients.
Rachel Jeans is Lingit, Kaagwaantaan from Déix X’awool Hít (Two-Door House). Her name given at birth is Koowáach’ and Yaayaginaxíx, which was her grandmother’s name, and gifted to her since her passing. Rachel was born and raised in Juneau, Alaska. She attended the University of Hawaii at Hilo, where she obtained her Masters in Counseling Psychology, in 2015. She chose the school for its focus on diverse and multi-cultural populations. Rachel has experience working with adults, families, and children. She is passionate about serving our Alaskan Native populations and plans to remain in Juneau to raise her family. She is eclectic in her approach to counseling that draws from multiple theoretical approaches that best suit the needs of her clients.
Margaret Katzeek, MSW, Community & Cultural Healer
Margaret Katzeek is Lingít (Tlingit) Gaanaxteidi (Raven Woodworm) from Jilkaat Kwaan (Klukwan). She grew up in Juneau, Alaska where she graduated from Juneau Douglas High School. She went on to receive her Master of Social Work degree from University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma in 2014. She has been working with Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska since then. Margaret holds not only formal education and trainings in social work but lived experience as well. She brings knowledge of the Lingít language and culture to empower individuals in their healing journeys. Margaret’s top forms of therapy are talk therapy, psychoeducation and trauma informed care. She uses these modalities to meet the participant where they are to meet their desired outcome. She loves to spend time with family and friends playing board games and eating yummy food.
Margaret Katzeek is Lingít (Tlingit) Gaanaxteidi (Raven Woodworm) from Jilkaat Kwaan (Klukwan). She grew up in Juneau, Alaska where she graduated from Juneau Douglas High School. She went on to receive her Master of Social Work degree from University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma in 2014. She has been working with Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska since then. Margaret holds not only formal education and trainings in social work but lived experience as well. She brings knowledge of the Lingít language and culture to empower individuals in their healing journeys. Margaret’s top forms of therapy are talk therapy, psychoeducation and trauma informed care. She uses these modalities to meet the participant where they are to meet their desired outcome. She loves to spend time with family and friends playing board games and eating yummy food.
Meet Our Behavioral Health Aides & Caseworkers
Bettyann Boyd, Behavioral Health Aide
Bettyann Boyd is Tlingit. She is Wolf (Eagle) and family on her mother’s side originates from Petersburg and Kake. She was born in Sitka, Alaska, raised in Juneau, and continues to make Juneau her home while raising her children. Bettyann has worked with many Tribal organizations, including SEARHC (Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium), THRHA, (Tlingit Haida Regional Housing Authority), and most recently Tlingit & Haida’s Reentry & Recovery Department. Read More
Bettyann Boyd is Tlingit. She is Wolf (Eagle) and family on her mother’s side originates from Petersburg and Kake. She was born in Sitka, Alaska, raised in Juneau, and continues to make Juneau her home while raising her children. Bettyann has worked with many Tribal organizations, including SEARHC (Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium), THRHA, (Tlingit Haida Regional Housing Authority), and most recently Tlingit & Haida’s Reentry & Recovery Department. Read More
Brittney Lindstrom, Caseworker
Brittney Lindstrom, Lingít (paternal side) was born and raised in Lake Stevens, Washington. She recently connected back with her tribe as a Caseworker located at Lynnwood, Washington in eagerness to serve tribal citizens and learn more about her culture. Read More
Brittney Lindstrom, Lingít (paternal side) was born and raised in Lake Stevens, Washington. She recently connected back with her tribe as a Caseworker located at Lynnwood, Washington in eagerness to serve tribal citizens and learn more about her culture. Read More