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.”

Kiana M. Carr, LMFT is a licensed clinician with the Cohen Veterans Network, working at the Aspen location in Fairbanks, AK, serving in the role of Supervisory Clinician. Kiana has been with the Cohen Clinic since August 2024. Kiana is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate care to individuals, couples, and families in private, non-profit, and educational settings. Kiana is also an approved supervisor through the State of Alaska Board of Marriage and Family Therapy. Through her work with the Cohen Clinic, Kiana brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by those in the military community, offering support for anxiety, depression, relationship distress, trauma, adjustment disorders, infertility, generational trauma, burnout, sleep issues, body image, spirituality and has a special interest and skill in assisting clients through grief and loss and offering integrative approaches to improve mental health. With extensive training in evidence-based modalities, Kiana integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to each client's needs, including the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, MATCH-ADTC for children and adolescents, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Exposure Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), play therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS). Kiana completed her undergraduate education at Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights, IL, focusing on a major in Psychology and minor in English. Kiana received her Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Adler University in Chicago, IL in 2004. Kiana is dedicated to helping clients build resilience, heal from past wounds, and create lasting positive changes in their lives. With a warm, culturally responsive, trauma-informed and empathic approach, Kiana works to empower clients as they navigate life's transitions and improve their relationships, mental health, and overall well-being. Kiana is “Alaska Grown”, born in Fairbanks with a childhood spent in a small remote village up North. When she’s not being a therapist, Kiana loves photography, travel, interior design, gardening, yoga, spending quality time with friends and family, reading, writing, fishing, going for walks and spending time in nature, especially if it’s by the water.

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.

Jennie Hensley is a Licensed Clinician with 13 years of post-graduate experience, much of which has been spent working with veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Coming from a long line of Army and Navy veterans, she was born into military culture to two active-duty parents. As a young adult, she served seven years on active duty in the U.S. Navy and was deployed aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln in support of OEF and OIF missions. During deployment, she discovered her love for psychology and passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges. Jennie earned a bachelor’s degree in Social Psychology and a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Antioch University in Seattle. Her holistic approach to therapy is rooted in Adlerian Psychology, and she incorporates a variety of techniques, including narrative therapy, cognitive processing and restructuring, acceptance and commitment strategies, mindfulness, meditation, somatic exercises, trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, and strength-based therapy. A lifelong learner, she enjoys exploring new therapeutic strategies to find what works best for each of her unique clients. Outside of work, Jennie can often be found reading, working out, adventuring in the mountains or at sea, and being a mom to her beautiful, highly energetic daughters.

Caitlin Kucinski is a CVN Fellow at the Cohen Clinic. She has previous experiences as a developmental psychologist, psychotherapist and a certified play therapist in the United Kingdom and Thailand since 2016. She graduated from Swansea University in the UK, earning a Master’s in Developmental and Therapeutic Play from Swansea University in the UK and becoming a UK Licensed Play Therapist. Caitlin's background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Thammasat University in Thailand. Caitlin has worked in diverse settings throughout her career, including international schools, outpatient hospitals, and behavioral clinics, using psychotherapy to support children and families. She is passionate about promoting mental health awareness and creating inclusive communities. Caitlin has collaborated with the Thai Health Promotion Foundation, the Ministry of Public Health, and other organizations on mental health initiatives. Since relocating to the United States in 2023 as a military spouse, Caitlin has expanded her focus to supporting the military, military families and veterans across various age groups. Caitlin is dedicated to supporting the military population by enhancing resilience and mental well-being among service members and their families. Caitlin is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a specialization in treating anxiety. She also has expertise in the ARC (Attachment, Regulation, Competency) framework and Play Therapy to support children and families.

Molly Mansfield is a CVN Fellow at the Cohen Clinic. She has previous experiences at this clinic in Case Management and has worked in Administration since 2023. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Liberty University with a goal to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Originally from Ohio; Molly has spent the last eleven years moving across the United States and Japan with her husband, who is in the military. Molly is dedicated to supporting the military population by enhancing resilience and mental well-being among service members and their families. Molly has successfully worked with clients to tackle presenting concerns of PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, poor self-esteem, and more. Her clinical approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

Dr. Ashley OConnor has worked with Veterans at various VAs across the country as well as on college campuses in both a clinical and research capacity since 2009. She received her MSW from Boston College in 2010, her Ph.D. from the University of Denver in 2018, and her MS in Humane Studies from Madonna University in 2021. Her favorite role to date has been as a clinical researcher pairing Veterans with PTSD with service dogs. Ashley also enjoys being an adjunct professor teaching BSW and MSW students about her social work passions of evidence-based practice, mindfulness, the human-animal bond, and how to work with Veterans and military families. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, exploring Alaska with her pups Scully and Tikaani, the latest horror movies, and playing board games

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.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for serving active-duty military, veterans, and their families. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Northwestern State University and my Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University. My journey with the Cohen Clinic began as an MSW intern, leading to a fellowship in September 2021. In March 2024, I became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, further solidifying my dedication to the field. My clinical approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to address the unique challenges faced by military service members and their families. Having personally experienced some of these challenges, I bring both professional expertise and lived understanding to my practice. Beyond my primary work, I also provide social services in addiction and residential treatment settings. When I’m not working, I enjoy exploring Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes with my family, engaging in outdoor activities like camping, dipnetting, ice fishing, and snow machining.

McKenzie Polsak is an unlicensed clinician working towards becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She supports the Cohen Clinic as a remote intake coordinator and clinician. McKenzie was a military spouse for nine years and has an appreciation for the military lifestyle and how it can impact individual and family dynamics. McKenzie graduated from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in August 2024 with a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporates tools from an array of modalities including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic approaches. McKenzie has successfully worked with clients to tackle presenting concerns of PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, marital difficulties, poor self-esteem, and more. Before the Cohen Clinic, McKenzie worked as a clinical associate at the AKBH Child and Family Clinic in Fairbanks. In her free time, McKenzie enjoys time crocheting, cross-country skiing, fly fishing, and spending time with her husband and Alaskan husky.

Angie Salvato is an unlicensed clinician and post-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 where she completed her pre-doctoral internship. Angie is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 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 and Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Saybrook University. Her dissertation was 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.

Katina Sammons, MA, completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, with a concentration in mental health and addiction treatment. She completed her master's program internship at the AKBH Child and Family Clinic in Fairbanks. Katina has experience working in both residential and outpatient substance use programs and is passionate about providing help wherever it is needed. In her free time, she enjoys crafting, cooking, and spending time outdoors - especially when it involves water.

Brandi is a dedicated case manager and licensed clinical social worker at the Cohen Clinic in Anchorage, a proud military spouse, and mother to two amazing children. Brandi earned an associate’s degree in criminal justice, a bachelor’s in psychology, and graduated from Louisiana State University with a master’s degree in social work. Passionate about mental health awareness, Brandi prides herself on empowering clients to address social challenges impacting their wellness and connecting them to vital resources within the community. Brandi is passionate about educating the community on mental health awareness by facilitating Mental Health First Aid, Financial Social Work courses, and other psychoeducation programs. Since becoming licensed, Brandi has found a passion in providing psychotherapy groups to our military community, providing hope, resilience, and emotional wellbeing. With a personal understanding of the unique challenges faced by service members, veterans, and their families, she is dedicated to creating a supportive and safe space for healing, personal growth, and connection.

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.

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.

I am new to the area and excited to make Alaska my home. Growing up in a military family instilled in me a deep sense of adaptability and cultural appreciation, enabling me to thrive in new environments and actively engage with local communities. I understand the unique challenges faced by military personnel and their families while also recognizing cultural differences. With a background in Behavioral Science specializing in brain injuries and over a decade of Case Management experience, I am committed to helping individuals navigate life’s complexities. I am a strong advocate for community resources and dedicated to fostering positive relationships by connecting individuals with essential services.

Katie Garner recently moved to Alaska in 2024, but was born and raised in Birmingham, AL. As office manager, she is responsible for a variety of administrative and billing tasks as well as supervision of staff. Katie has over eight years in the medical field, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Samford University. When not working, she is out exploring Alaska with her two dogs or spending quality time with her friends.

Zane Perron joined Alaska Behavioral Health as a receptionist at the Cohen Clinic in early 2025. In this role, he manages a variety of administrative duties, including collaborating with the VA and other military-affiliated providers. Born and raised in Alaska, Zane joined the Navy Reserves at 19 and spent several years on active duty as the Navy Funeral Honors Coordinator within Alaska. He is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in international relations and global security. In his free time, Zane enjoys road trips to explore more of Alaska and spending time with loved ones.

Angela Togni moved to Alaska in June 2025 and joined Alaska Behavioral Health at the Cohen Clinic a month after as a receptionist managing various administrative duties. She was born and raised in Austria and moved to the US in 2012 where she moved around along the Eastcoast with her partner who is in the military. When she is not at work or pursing an associate's degree in liberal arts, she enjoys reading, cooking, gardening, playing video games and spending time with her partner and two cats.