Cohen Clinic Staff

MaryBeth Goodman, MA, LPC, NCC
Clinic Director
MaryBeth Goodman is the Clinic Director at the Cohen Clinic at Alaska Behavioral Health, a role she took on in January 2020. Previously, she was a Clinical Director and Therapist working with military families and veterans her entire clinical career. She is responsible for providing oversight and inspiration to her entire dedicated staff of clinicians, caregivers and warriors. Other responsibilities include developing and monitoring measurable goals for staff, providing oversight of clinical cases, assuring quality of care and maintaining strong relationships with staff, clients, and external referral sources. MaryBeth has a background in administrative and clinical leadership and has worked collaboratively with others to achieve program goals in previous employment. She is dedicated to the Cohen Veterans Network philosophical approach and to supporting the clinical team in her role as clinic director. Her passion for direct work with veterans and military families over the years enhances her ability to be connected to the needs of clients and families and to the staff. She has over 20 years of experience as a clinician working directly with active duty military, veterans, and military family members. She is certified and/or trained in CBT, CPT, EMDR, and PE. MaryBeth received her undergraduate degrees in mathematics, physics, philosophy, and education from The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. She continued her graduate studies in counseling and psychology at Liberty University, in Lynchburg, VA. MaryBeth has been fortunate to have worked to help individuals who struggled with PTSD, trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, divorce, addiction, and sensory integration issues. She works with adults, children and families. MaryBeth has worked in the mental health arena for 24 years and has yet to find a corner where hope does not exist. Her message to you is simple, “Be proud of the decision you made to seek treatment and to be proud of the courage it took to desire change. You are AWESOME. I look forward to meeting you.”
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Anne Wells, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, LPC-S
Lead Clinician
Anne Wells supports the Fairbanks and Anchorage Cohen Clinics as the Lead Clinician, providing evidence-based care for service members, veterans, and their families. She specializes in treating trauma and insomnia, utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), along with somatic approaches such as mindfulness. She is also trained in Motivational Interviewing (MI), CBT for Depression, CBT for Insomnia, and the Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM). Additionally, Anne has supervised numerous interns and provisionally licensed clinicians starting in the field. Prior to joining the team, Anne served as the Director of Psychological Health for the Air National Guard’s 168th Wing at Eielson Air Force Base and Clear Space Force Station. She worked for over a decade with the Veterans Health Administration in North Carolina, where she provided care in outpatient mental health, inpatient psychiatry, primary care, caregiver support, homeless case management, and opened a private practice due to her passion for the work. Her career has been dedicated primarily to active duty service members, veterans, and military families, and she is excited to continue serving this population with the Cohen Clinic. In her spare time, Anne enjoys fishing, hiking, paddleboarding, going on long road trips, and exploring all things Alaska. She graduated with an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC, and received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a licensed clinical addictions specialist.
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Suzette O'Donnell
Senior Clinician
In her role, Suzette is a senior member of the clinical team at the Anchorage Cohen Clinic and a champion of targeted, measurement-based care. In addition to providing direct clinical care, she strives to ensure that clients receive high-quality, client-centered care that adheres to the fidelity of proven evidence-based practices best suited for the military and veteran community. Suzette is a provider of CBT, CBT-I, CPT, EMDR, and Compassion Focused Therapy. She enjoys speaking to a wide variety of audiences about building and maintaining mental and behavioral health, boosting resiliency, developing helpful coping strategies, and creating space for trauma-informed supportive services and interpersonal interactions.
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Nevada Walton, LCSW
Fairbanks Clinician
Nevada Walton, LCSW joined the Cohen Clinic Fairbanks team to fulfill her calling to support our military service members, veterans, and family members to live a healthy and joyful life as they navigate the unique challenges and opportunities that come with serving. Nevada firmly believes that the human spirit has unlimited capacity to grow and evolve individually and collectively. Her mission is to help people create a more fulfilling life through expanding self-awareness, transforming limiting beliefs, discovering inner resources; and improving interpersonal relationships to other learn effective ways to manage life’s challenges. Nevada provides direct care through in-person and telehealth services to work with adults; adolescents; children; couples; and families to support healing from trauma and grief; and managing anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. Nevada achieved a master’s degree in social work with concentrations in Mental Health and the military and veterans’ population. Following her Internship with Fairbanks Native Association, Nevada worked as an Intake Clinician for the Agency’s residential, and outpatient, substance recovery programs; facilitated group therapy; and provided direct mental healthcare services on the Agency’s Trauma team. Nevada has extensive experience serving her community as VP of Marketing for a local credit union that included community education in schools and adult education; serving on several committees with the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce; and leading the University of Alaska – Fairbanks Alumni Association as President of the Fairbanks Chapter. Nevada has received multiple awards for her community service; marketing; and public relations achievements. Nevada has lived in Alaska for most her life. Her ties to the military include her daughter serving in the US Navy, and multiple family members who have formerly served, or are currently serving, in the US Army, Marines, and Air Force.
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Jason Martin, PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Jason Martin, PHMNP, has Masters of Science in Nursing and is board certified in adult psychiatry and mental health. He treats an array of patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), depression, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Obsessive Compulsive disorders, and addictions through the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic and our Anchorage outpatient clinic. Jason utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapies along with medication management, taking a holistic and personalized approach to care. He spent 30 years in the military, and has been providing mental health care for 10 years.
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Lindsay Dawson, C-DBT, LCSW
Clinician
Lindsey is a graduate of Waldorf University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and University of Arkansas in Little Rock with a master’s degree in social work. She has worked in the field for approximately 4 years. She previously worked with at risk youth with Substance misuse and mental health issues. Lindsey transitioned to the Cohen clinic in March 2023 where she serves our military clients. Lindsey is certified in DBT and TF-CBT. She has a background in EMDR and CBT. She has worked with adults, children, and families treating various symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, and addiction. Lindsey brings a unique perspective to the clinic being prior military with combat experience and currently a military spouse. She has been a part of the military culture for 20 years.
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Kristin Smith, LCSW
Intake Manager
In her role, Kristen is responsible for conducting referral screenings and facilitating a smooth and welcoming intake experience for our future clients. Her passion for helping the military community comes not only from her personal experiences as a military spouse but as a family member of a long line of service members who proudly served in the Air Force, Navy, and Marines. Kristen earned her Bachelor’s in Administrative Leadership from the University of Oklahoma. She completed her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Alaska Anchorage. While completing her degree, Kristen worked closely with military-focused community agencies, including the State Office of Veteran Affairs. Since working for the Cohen Clinic, Kristen has obtained Clinical Licensure and is actively seeking new learning opportunities to expand her Clinical skill set. In her free time, she and her husband enjoy traveling, hiking with their dogs, and spending time with their twin boys.
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Mark Sabo, MA, LPC, C-DBT
Clinician
Mark Sabo is a Licensed Clinician II at the Cohen Clinic with Alaska Behavioral Health, where he provides psychotherapy for active duty service members and military families. This includes individual, family, and couples therapy. As a U.S. Army veteran and former emergency responder, Mark is committed to helping service members, veterans, and their families find solutions that meet their unique needs. He is experienced in treating trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. Mark uses a variety of evidence-based treatments from the Cognitive model, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). He also incorporates Family Systems and Attachment modalities, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Couples Therapy. Mark has experience in intensive, inpatient settings, treating substance use, and working in private practice. His background as an emergency responder and law enforcement officer gives him a deep understanding of high-stress environments and the importance of stress regulation for both the workplace and home. Mark earned his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on family systems, attachment, and family therapy. He was inducted into Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology. An avid learner, Mark continually attends training and engages in experiential learning to grow in his field of counseling.
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Brittany Chadwick, MSW
Anchorage Clinician
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Angie Salvato
Clinician
Angie Salvato is an unlicensed clinician and pre-doctoral intern. After completing a practicum in residential in-patient mental health and substance use with veterans and first responders, she joined the Cohen Clinic in March 2024. Angie is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and enjoys teaching mindfulness, meditation, and breathing techniques. Born and raised in Alaska, Angie holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington, Seattle, a master’s degree in early childhood special education from the University of Alaska, Anchorage, and a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Saybrook University, where she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. Angie plans to graduate in Spring 2025 and is working on her dissertation titled "Meaningful Police-Community Connection as Part of an Organizational Wellness Program: A Descriptive Case Study." In January 2024, Angie retired as a police officer from the Anchorage Police Department after more than 22 years in law enforcement. She lives in Anchorage with her family and loves hunting, fishing, and playing competitive tennis.
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Brandi Salvatore
Case Manager
Shannon Geese
Case Manager
Shannon has made Alaska home for over 38 years, after the Air Force brought her family to Eielson AFB. Shannon married her husband and raised two wonderful children, who now both serve in the Air National Guard alongside their father and Aunt. The military connection can be seen at least 6 generations of various branches. It is with this strong sense of military family connection that Shannon has worked or volunteered for her military community the last 15 years. Joining the Cohen Clinic team feels very full circle for her as she is responsible for establishing and nurturing relationships between the Cohen Clinic and the military communities. It is her honor to serve others who call Alaska home. She loves Alaska and all that it brings, especially exploring all the many places and sights this State offers. Shannon is an avid cook and loves singing, listening to music and watching College Football with her husband. Her home is her favorite hobby.
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Sarah Allman
Office Manager
Molly Mansfield
Receptionist