Don’t mistake this group for “phone reps” or “call center operators”. This is a highly trained team of professionals steeped in every aspect of our treatment programs and milieu, as well as who is and who is not an appropriate fit for our program. You have lots of questions. These ladies have the answers. And in those rare instances where they do not, they’ll find someone who does. And if they do not think your child is an ideal fit for Muir Wood, they’ll help you find a program that is. Need help for your teen? Call them today at 866-705-0828.
Admissions
Maura, or “Mo” as we call her, brings two decades of business experience to her role as Director of Admissions. Previous to working at Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services she was an Admissions Counselor at a treatment center in Marin County and also held positions in sales, marketing, finance, and operations in various industries over the years. She joined the Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services team in February of 2018 and was our Director of Operations for 3.5 years before moving over to the business office in July of 2021 to direct our admissions department. When asked about being part of the Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services team, she states, “to be fortunate enough to help adolescents and their families in the very same county where I was once an adolescent myself, it just feels like home, it is an absolutely beautiful feeling.” Maura was born and raised nearby in picturesque Sonoma Valley and her family still resides there. At 22 years of age, she graduated Cum Laude from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business and a minor in Viticulture. Maura is passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves through living a healthy, balanced, sober, lifestyle and is extremely proud of the excellent care that the Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services Team provides its clients and families. Outside of work, she is fulfilled by spending time with her loving husband, young son, rescue kitty cats Indy and Curry, and French Bulldog Luna.
You can reach Mo at Msangster@MuirWoodTeen.com
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Jen is from Petaluma and received her BS from Chico State in Criminal Justice with a Psychology minor. Jen has worked in teen residential treatment for 10 years and has been with Muir Wood for over 4 years. She started her Muir Wood career at the boys program on the Northern California Skillman campus as a care coordinator and then transferred to the dual-diagnosis girls program on the Lohrman campus when it opened. Jen worked as a Care Coordinator Manager for over two years before transitioning to the Admissions Department. Jen enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and trivia nights with friends.
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Kristy is originally from Southern California. She started her degree in Child and Adolescent Development at Cal State Northridge and transferred to Sonoma State University and graduated in 2021. Kristy came to Muir Wood in 2020 as a Care Coordinator and began working with clients in the program, eventually becoming a Shift Supervisor for the Lohrman campus. Kristy took her knowledge of the program and moved into the role of Admissions Coordinator in April 2023. When she is not helping families get into treatment, she enjoys dancing, reading, and spending her time outdoors with friends.
You can reach Kristy at Khale@MuirWoodTeen.com
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Lauren is originally from Napa, California and began working in treatment shortly after embarking on her own personal recovery journey a number of years ago. Lauren joined the Muir Wood admissions team bringing years of experience after working as a SUD treatment counselor at a variety of treatment facilities. Her skills and knowledge are obtained from not only her personal recovery journey, but her professional journey as well. Currently, Lauren is working on her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with the hope to carry it out further and become a LMFT. Lauren feels her calling is to work with adolescents and help the families feel supported and understood while going through the admissions process here at Muir Wood.
“I find the greatest sense of joy and gratitude when being able to assist families and their children in the initial steps of the treatment process.” In Lauren’s free time she enjoys spending time with her recovery circle, her family, and her cat Silas.
Music and friendship are high on the list as well.
You can reach Lauren at LZanardi@MuirWoodTeen.com
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McKenna is a local to Petaluma and graduated from Sonoma State University in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. McKenna joined Muir Wood as a member of the Penngrove Care Coordinator team before being promoted to Shift Supervisor. From there, McKenna has used her education and experience on the floor to work in the Operations Department and now, the Admissions Department. McKenna is looking forward to continuing to help clients and families get the support and access to care that they need. In her free time, McKenna enjoys spending time outside with her pets, spending time with family, and working on crafts such as crochet.
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Megan is a local girl, born and raised in Petaluma, California. She began working at Muir Wood in July of 2020 and she loves watching our clients grow and succeed. When she is not helping families find high-quality treatment services, Megan enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, hiking and being outdoors in nature.
You can reach Megan at MMcculloch@MuirWoodTeen.com
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