Meet
Our Team
MD, MBA, MPH, FASAM
Throughout his work, Dr. Sise emphasizes meeting patients where they are at in their willingness to change. Prior to founding 406 Recovery, he co-founded and served as chief medical officer of the greater-Montana region’s largest psychiatric practice to ensure more Montanans have access to quality psychiatric treatment services and crisis care. He also served as chief executive officer of a joint venture with the Montana Hospital Association to provide emergency psychiatry consultation services to hospitals across the state. See more…
MD
Dr. Ty Reidenbaugh’s engagement with patients is best defined by the principle of unconditional positive regard. He maintains that addressing the causes and consequences of the disease of addiction should be done while honoring the dignity of his patients. He has lectured on substance use diagnosis, screening and treatment, dual diagnosis and harm reduction strategies to healthcare workers and community collaborators. See more…
DO
With over 30 years of medical experience, Dr. Mentel’s approach to patient care is to always listen to the patient. In his words, “The patient understands their illness better than anyone else, because they live it.” His passion for Addiction Medicine stems from his work with pregnant patients with co-occurring substance use. Dr. Mentel realizes the power of non-stigmatized evidence-based treatment. Watching young mothers manage their substance use is not only a game changer for the patient, but it also changes the future trajectory of their children. He is now fully dedicated to practicing Addiction Medicine with the focus being not only being the individual’s recovery, but also on the family’s recovery. See more…
PharmD, BCPP
Dr. Reinhardt has practiced as a board-certified psychiatric pharmacist (BCPP) in Montana since 2014. She graduated with her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from Roseman University in Southern Nevada, and then went on to complete residency in Clinical Pharmacy at Billings Clinic and in Psychopharmacology at The University of Texas, Austin. After finishing residency, Dr. Reinhardt joined Billings Clinic and founded the organization’s first inpatient psychopharmacology service line, working alongside other psychiatric providers to ensure evidence-based, safe, and effective patient-specific treatment for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. See more
DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Is a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a profound passion for empowering individuals on their journey to mental wellness. Heather’s roots in Wyoming have nurtured her commitment to serving communities with limited resources and fostering lasting relationships with her patients. Armed with a Bachelor’s and Doctoral degrees in Nursing Practice from the University of Wyoming, Heather’s academic background ensures a solid foundation in evidence-based care. See more…
MSN,PMHNP-BC
Mark Ackerman, MSN,PMHNP-BC was born in Encino California and raised in Los Angeles, CA. and Las Vegas, Nevada. He came into the healthcare field later in life after working in gaming and construction in Las Vegas and attending the University of Nevada at night. He has lived and worked with people from all over the world and from all stations in life. His experiences in Las Vegas led him to study nursing and later psychiatry and addictions. He attended UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the State University of New York at Albany obtaining a BA degree. See more…
PA-C, MPAS, CAQ-PSY
Kristin is a proud 4th generation Montanan who was born and raised in Billings. After graduating from Seattle University with her undergraduate degree, Kristin returned home and worked as a medical assistant at RiverStone Health, which solidified her desire to pursue her dream of becoming a healthcare provider. She attended Rocky Mountain College, graduating with her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies in 2016. See more…
DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Was born and raised in a military family in Great Falls, Montana. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing and later her doctorate of nursing practice degree from Montana State University-Bozeman. She has worked in nursing for 27 years in hospitals in her community and decided to focus on mental health care after seeing the high need for care in her rural communities. See more…
BA
Morgan states: “Montana is a wonderful place to live and work. I am proud to call Montana my home and raise my family here. I attended Montana State University- Billings and received a degree in Health Administration. I enjoy working in healthcare for the opportunity it provides in giving back to my community. I am very excited to be part of such an amazing team of caring people at 406 Recovery. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and twin boys. We love to explore all that Montana offers”. See more…
Outreach Coordinator
Cyndi was born and raised in Montana. She owned and operated a daycare service for nine years while simultaneously raising her own children. From childcare services, she transitioned into banking where she gained valuable experience in customer service. Another career transition, working as a traveling phlebotomist, revealed Cyndi’s true passion- healthcare. With more than two decades in the health field, she has worked in a variety of settings, from same day care to internal medicine, endocrinology, rheumatology, orthodontics, and psychiatry. Her experience has given her a deep understanding of the importance of customer service and patient care. She loves nothing more than making sure that everyone she comes in contact with feels valued and appreciated. See more…
LCSW, LAC
Tammera received her B.A. in Human Services/Education from Western Washington University and her master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Washington in 1993. Tammera has broad experience in the substance use disorder and mental health fields, ranging from direct service to the administration of programs and services for all ASAM levels of care. She has developed multiple programs for treating co-occurring conditions, trauma informed care utilizing innovative practices. Her clinical expertise is in treating addictions, trauma, and co-occurring disorders. See more…
Clinical Services Coordinator
Patrick Ryan is a Licensed Addiction Counselor and the Clinical Services Coordinator for 406 Recovery. Patrick spent nearly a decade at Western Montana Mental Health Center in a variety of roles, including therapist, program manager for the agency’s first MAT/MOUD program, and then management of Share House (a long-term residential program for SDMI and substance use disorders). Prior to joining 406 Recovery, Patrick spent nearly three years as clinical program supervisor for inpatient treatment at Recovery Center Missoula. See more…
APRN, PMHNP-BC
Emily has lived between Wyoming and Alaska the last 20 years. She has settled permanently in the Jackson area, raising her family there and enjoying all the outdoor adventures it has to offer.
Emily has over 14 years combined in nursing and advanced nursing practice, working in rural and level 2 hospitals then transitioning to the community mental health setting, bringing valuable experience to her practice.s. See more…
MD, PhD
Dr. Ketron is a board-certified psychiatrist offering convenient virtual evening
appointments. He takes the time to listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to understand each patient’s unique challenges and goals. By collaborating with care teams, he helps ensure that patients receive more comprehensive, quality care. He treats everyone with dignity, compassion, and respect and explains conditions and treatment options in a clear, supportive way, helping patients feel safer and more at ease. See more…
WHNP, ANP, MSN
Jacqueline’s early professional career in Hawaii concentrated on the forensic sciences (human remains identification) while also working as a skydiving instructor. She transitioned to health sciences in 2013, earning a master’s degree in nursing from Massachusetts General Hospital’s Institute for Health Professions. Early work in healthcare was in service to the homeless and underserved in Portland, Maine. Since moving to Missoula in 2016, she has continued to provide healthcare for the homeless via clinic outreach to homeless shelters. See more…
PMHNP-BC
Born in Eastern Montana and with deep roots in Wyoming, Kindra has made a home in the enchanting town of Butte. As a Psychiatric Mental Health nurse practitioner, Kindra has spent her early career managing severe disabling mental illnesses including schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. She believes that a collaborative and therapeutic relationship rooted in respect is the foundation of mental health care.
She offers an empathetic and informed approach using evidence-based treatments including medications and therapeutic recommendations to promote wellness. See more…
CNA
Cassandra Sparks was raised in Montana, where she developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the state’s natural beauty. She began her career in healthcare during her sophomore year of high school, earning her Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Since then, she has dedicated her life to providing compassionate, high-quality care across a variety of settings, including assisted living facilities, substance abuse recovery programs, and telehealth services. See more…