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Our Team

Get to know the professionals who attend to client needs from admission to discharge.

Experienced | Compassionate | Committed

 

We are people who know that life can be hard, and that we all experience loss, stress and sometimes feel overwhelmed. We are also people who sometimes struggle to resolve a conflict within themselves or with others.

At CHOICES, Inc. we work as a “multi-disciplinary team”. That means that you have the full benefit of our nursing, clinical and administrative team working with you to do our part and help you accomplish your mental health goals. Together that’s over 100 years of clinical experience! That’s one of the reasons we think we have some of the best nurses, clinicians and support staff around.

Please click on the staff group for more information.

  • Our Leadership
  • Board of Directors
  • Intensive Case Management
  • Peer Support
  • Housing Program

Kim Martinez

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Eva Tipikin

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
RaShawn Mayberry

Rashawn Mayberry

Healthcare Reimbursement Director

RaShawn Mayberry was born and raised in Anchorage, AK. RaShawn has been employed with CHOICES, Inc. for over seven years. RaShawn began her career as a Peer Support Specialist and is currently employed as the Healthcare Reimbursement Director. RaShawn enjoys being of service to others and spreading the message that recovery is possible. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking and baking, and reading.

As a not-for-profit organization, we are governed by community-based volunteers who are dedicated to serving the community and fulfilling our mission.  Our Board of Directors offers valuable leadership ensuring that CHOICES, Inc. responds to local needs and serves as an effective steward of services and resources.

David Moxley Board President

Chalinda Weerasinghe  Vice President

David Creighton  Member

Seina Bell Secretary

John Wilson  Treasurer

Lynn Paterna, M.S.  Member

 

Delroy Duckworth | M.A.

ICM Program Director

Delroy Duckworth has worked obtained his Master of Science Degree at NYACK College, Nyack, NY, where he studied Marriage and Family Therapy. He has been a part of CHOICES Inc since 2015 and has worked in the capacity of a Mental Health Clinician/Substance Abuse Specialist, Directing Clinician and is currently the Program Director for the Intensive Case Management/Recovery Coordination Program. His view of problem solving is that "Some things are difficult but not impossible."

Anthony Wenzell

Lead Recovery Coordinator


Libia (Libby) Johnson

Case Manager & Recovery Coordinator

Libia (Libby) Johnson has over 20 years in customer service experience that includes medical insurance, billing, and financial mortgage. Libia has found her previous work experience, combined with education, has been a great asset to her role as case manager.

Favorite quote:
“I may not have everything I want in life, but I am blessed to have all that I need. For this, I am thankful.”

Continued Education:
AA Human Services-UAA
Chemical Dependency Counselor 1

Ebony Woodley

Ebony Woodley

Case Manager & Recovery Coordinator

My name is Ebony L. Woodley I recently joined the ICM team as an Intensive Case Manager. I graduated from Wayland Baptist University in 2013 with an associate degree in applied science in Human Services, I would like to continue with my bachelor’s degree in Human Services if possible. I’m from San Diego, California, but started my life journey here in Alaska. I love working in the Human Services field, this allows me to share my personal experiences and to be able to give back with people in the community.

Jennifer Richardson

Jennifer Richardson

Peer Support Program Director & ICM Clinician

My name is Jennifer Richardson and I am the Peer Support Program Director and a clinician for the ICM team. I graduated from Alaska Pacific University in 2014 with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I also have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and an Associate’s degree in Human Services. I am a lifelong Alaskan and take pride in my community and what I can do to make it a better place to live.

Brian Madsen

Brian Madsen

PEER Specialist & Case Manager

Josh Miller

Mental Health Clinician
Ruby Matafele

Ruby Matafele

Housing Program Director

Dedicated wife, mother, and student, who has been established at Choices since 2018. I am a firm believer in helping individuals succeed to their highest potential. I continue to enjoy working for C.H.O.I.C.E.S because the vision of our agency propels my drive to serve the community that surrounds me. I serve with a vested interest in seeing our clients not just survive, but thrive and be productive, active members within the community they live. I continuously advocate for more effective services, with clients at the forefront. I believe quality housing is a key element of a strong and secure ALASKA!

Lyndon Tulimasealii

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Rexford (Aso) Vanilau

Housing Case Manager

I am the Housing Program Team lead. I’m in the community about 85% of my job looking for homeless camps. I am a family man with a wife and 7 beautiful kids.

Lauren Terrell

Housing Case Manager & Data Specialist

Born and raised in Alaska but loves to travel and experience all sorts of things that Alaska doesn’t have. I have acquired multiple certificates for all different avenues including Social Work and Human Relations. When I’m not at the office you can find me as working alongside a Photographer or exploring in nature, sometimes both.

Interested in joining our team of dedicated specialists?

Contact Us

1231 Gambell Street, Suite 300, Anchorage, AK 99501

(907) 333 - 4343

reception@choices-ak.org