Jake Shoff Co-founder / CEO	Justin Makin Co-founder / President	Marc Turner Vice President of Programming Operations	Brad Christensen Vice President of Client and Family Relations
Tyler Geldmacher Vice President of Admissions	Jamison Law Vice President of Clinical Operations	Kevin O’Barr Vice President of Marketing	Julia Winterton Clinical Staff Intern
Mary Anne Anderson Clinical Staff Internet

 

We are Here for You

Our team of trusted professionals are here to help you or your loved one recover from addiction and substance abuse. We have a combined 50 years experience in the treatment and recovery of addiction. Our program works and we feel privileged to serve you.

Jake Shoff Co-founder / CEO

Jake understands the disease of addiction on a personal level, and cares deeply about each individual that enters any program of Alpine Treatment Services. Jake is committed to facilitating with each individuals experience while they continue their journey to sobriety and wholeness.

Jake attended Brigham Young University, where he played basketball and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management. He has owned and operated three successful businesses since graduating college. His professional leadership and expertise has contributed to the development of Alpine Treatment Services on many levels. His work ethic and determination to build a successful treatment facility is his number one priority and goal.

Jake treats each individual with dignity and respect; he understands that becoming clean and sober in a rehabilitation setting is very different to real life. He knows that the path is bumpy, and he offers expertise and re-assurance to ensure that each individual receives guidance and strength every step of the way. Above all, Jake understands the importance of a dynamic and effective program.

 

Justin Makin Co-founder / President

Justin is the founder of Alpine Treatment Services. He graduated with his Bachelors Degree in Technology Management from Utah Valley University, and has worked within the field of addiction recovery for over ten years. Justin’s tireless leadership and vision have pioneered how addiction recovery is treated. Justin saw a need for a more effective approach to drug and alcohol rehabilitation with a spiritual influence at the core of the Program; thus Alpine Treatment Services was born.

“I believe that all people have divine worth. A recognition of this worth can be the single most powerful influence for healing and full recovery.

When this program was developed, the belief that if you loved and accepted people true change would occur was at the core. With individuals who choose to come to Alpine Treatment Services, my philosophy is that we must create a space and comforting environment for healing, learning and growth. I understand the commitment that it takes to continue on the path of full recovery. We have a team of loving, caring and dedicated professionals that will support and assist you through your journey every step of the way.”

 

Marc Turner Vice President of Programming Operations

Marc Turner was born and raised in Orem, Utah and he has lived in Utah County most of his life. He attended Orem High School and played baseball for the Tigers. Marc spent ten years of his life working as an operations manager and outside sales rep for a wholesale contractor supply company.

Something unique about Marc is that he has successfully graduated from the Program of The Steele House. After four years of addictive abuse, Marc found Alpine Treatment and checked himself in. He was tired of trying to live a life that was completely unmanageable and destructive to him and his family and friends. After three months of residential care and three months of sober tracking, he was able to learn the tools of living and loving life again.

Marc had been sober since the day he checked in and can now truly enjoy the ability to contribute to his family and friends in a positive way again.

“Through my hard work and dedication to living a clean life, I have been given the opportunity to work for the same company that gave me my life back and the opportunity to give some of my experience, strength and hope to the clients I work with everyday. I know as an addict where the client has been, is and can be one day.”

 

Brad Christensen Vice President of Client and Family Relations

Brad was born in Orem, Utah, but has lived the majority of his life in St. George, Utah where the red rocks will always feel like home. He attended Pine View High School and served an LDS mission in Melbourne, Australia. He received his Associate of Science from Dixie State College and went on to receive his Bachelors in Behavioral Science with a Psychology emphasis from Utah Valley University. Brad first heard about Alpine Treatment Services when he started to look into becoming a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor (LSAC). He completed the LSAC program through UVU and completed his practicum through Alpine Treatment Services, and is currently working towards the completion of full licensure.

“My favorite thing about being a part of Alpine Treatment Services is being able to get to know our residents. Having the ability to get to know them on a personal level, come to understand their needs better, and help them achieve their goals for the future is my main motivation and honestly just makes me happy.”

 

Tyler Geldmacher Vice President of Admissions

Tyler attended Southern Utah University where he received his Bachelors Degree in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. He has a large amount of management and marketing experience with companies he has owned and managed.

The reason that Tyler works for Alpine Today is because he is a graduate of the program, and is so happy to have his life back and feel healthy again. “I never saw myself doing this type of work, but now I could never imagine a better environment for me. I know the happiness that I have found and want to help others find that also.” Tyler is married with four young children and loves spending time with his family.

 

Jamison Law Vice President of Clinical Operations

Jamison is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a graduate from the University of Phoenix and Brigham Young University. He is currently undergoing completion of a doctorate degree through Argosy University and works as an Adjunct Faculty member, as well. He currently holds the position at Alpine as the Assistant Clinical Director. His therapeutic approach is existential and pragmatic with a focus in aiding individuals resolving trauma. He has extensive history with trauma survivors with co-morbid disorders. He enjoys watching individuals resolve addictive patterns of behaviors and find true meaning in life through personal change and spirituality.

In his spare time, he spends time with his beautiful wife and three children. He enjoys running, hiking, backpacking, fishing and many other outdoor activities.

 

Kevin Obarr Vice President of Marketing

Julia Winterton Clinical Staff Intern

Julia received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Weber State University. She is a graduate student at the University of Phoenix Licensed Professional Counseling program and has worked in the mental health and substance abuse fields for 7 years. Julia adopts a holistic healing approach by addressing problems relationally and in the present moment. She believes every individual has intrinsic value and by coming to realize that value, in addition to developing healthy coping mechanisms, individuals will be better able to deal with life stressors. Julia believes in Alpine Treatment Services wholeheartedly and is excited to be involved with such a competent team of professionals all working toward the same goal – to help individuals recover from addiction and improve their lives.

 

Mary Anne Anderson Clinical Staff Intern

Mary Anne is in her final year of University of Utah’s Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC) Master’s program. She has over fifteen years of experience working with people of many backgrounds in a variety of settings, and believes in a holistic approach to therapy. She became interested in working for Alpine Treatment Services while facilitating groups with people waiting for county subsidized substance abuse treatment in the Salt Lake area. She is thrilled to be working in a supportive setting where people come to truly value themselves while changing addictive patterns of behavior. Alpine is one of the most healing envrionments she has encountered – not only with its peaceful natural surroundings, but with its team of skilled and dedicated professionals who make this program successful. When Mary Anne is not working or at school, she enjoys playing in a band, spending time outdoors, and especially being with her children.