SAGE - Key Persons
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- Admissions Coordinator
- Blake Goldstein Admissions Coordinator
Originally from Denver, Colorado, Blake's own recovery journey led her to Austin, TX. "My life today is so much brighter than it ever was. What I lacked was my sense of self and now I have the tools to stay healthy. I know what it's like to feel lost. Now I'm on the path of finding myself. Helping our clients find their purpose and joys in life again is the ultimate reward for me. My goal is to let our clients know that there is hope and it IS possible to obtain mental wellness and recovery, to be happy. I now have two years in recovery from substance use and never thought I would make it and feel the way I do now."
Blake Goldstein brings a great amount of compassion and warmth to the care she gives to our clients. In her free time, she loves spending quality time with her friends, doing puzzles, and relaxing at home with her cat, Grizz.
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- Alumni & Outreach Specialist Alumni & Outreach Specialist
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- Clint Jester Lead Behavioral Health Technician
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- Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Nadia Bening, MD. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
She received her undergraduate education from Texas A&M University followed by her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She completed a psychiatry residency in Austin, Texas, where she enjoyed her leadership role as Chief Resident.
Dr. Bening wholeheartedly believes in the utilization of a holistic treatment approach. She pays special attention to individual needs as shaped by each client's personal history, his or her specific context, and stressful or traumatic life experiences or circumstances, all of which she approaches with patience, warmth, and understanding that facilitate treatment as well the client's sense of comfort and trust.
Dr. Bening has over a decade of experience in traditional outpatient psychiatric clinical settings, private residential facilities, drug and alcohol recovery centers, and transcranial magnetic stimulation. A lifelong learner, she received her certification as a Brain Health Coach through the prestigious Amen Clinics; it is her hope that clients experience a feeling of empowerment when in her care, and are equipped to take charge of their well-being, having confidence that they possess the ability and tools to create brain-healthy habits for life.
When she's away from work, Dr. Bening is busy wrangling her 3 little cowboys, laughing with her husband, leading youth small groups, reading, cooking, taking long walks, or sweating it out in a spin class.
She is enthusiastic and honored to be working alongside the exemplary team at Sage Recovery and Wellness.
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- Eric Feagins Nurse Practitioner
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- Clinical Manager
- Master
- Social Worker
- Licensed Master Social Worker
Erin is a Licensed Master Social Worker with nine years of experience working with children and families in child welfare, substance use treatment, and hospital settings. Her years of supporting clients who navigate challenging systems has highlighted the importance of connection. She believes it is imperative to build a strong support system to aid in the recovery journey. Erin operates from the belief that, "we are all doing the best we can with the tools we have at the time."
Her goal is to provide a safe environment to empower clients to learn new coping skills and make lasting desired change in their lives. Erin's therapeutic approach is a mindful blend of trauma-informed care, DBT, and MI.
Jose is a strong advocate for people living with substance use and/or mental health challenges and conveys his own lived experience to any environment, to break the stigma of people who have been system-impacted.
Over the past 10 years, Jose has worked with youth and adults in various treatment settings and is passionate about supporting people along their journey to recovery. Jose is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Internationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, Substance Abuse Professional, Internationally Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional, Justice Involved Re-Entry Peer Specialist, and Community Health Worker. Jose is a graduate of the San Antonio College where he earned an Associates of Applied Sciences in Human Services w/ a Specialization in Addictions Counseling, as well as The University of Texas A&M-San Antonio, where he earned a B.A.A.S in Social Sciences. He is currently working towards a graduate degree in clinical mental health counseling.
On his off time Jose enjoys spending time with his significant other and his three step-daughters, acting silly with his two pups Polo and Eliana, and engaging in sports related activities such as sand volleyball, softball, and basketball. He also volunteers in providing reentry peer support to incarcerated individuals all across the State of Texas.
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- Billing AR Follow Up Specialist
With over 5 years of experience in the medical billing and coding industry across various specialties, I have developed a deep understanding of the healthcare system. Joining the Sage team more than 2 years ago has been a fulfilling experience, as I continue to expand my knowledge in an industry that is constantly evolving.
In my current role, I focus on a topic that I believe is still considered "taboo" within the Hispanic/Latino community. Through my work, I aim to raise awareness and educate others about the importance of medical billing and coding in healthcare.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my two kids and exploring our community. Whether it's trying out new restaurants or visiting local parks and museums, I cherish every moment with my family.
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- Katie Cook Physician Assistant
Katie Cook, PA-C, is a certified Physician Assistant who specializes in Psychiatry. Originally from Florida, she received both her undergraduate degree as well as her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. She has a passion for treating mental illness and helping individuals reach their full potential. Katie has also worked in other sub-specialties including Emergency Medicine and Primary Care. When not at the office, you can find her anywhere the sun is shining. She enjoys traveling, hosting dinner parties and is an avid reader.
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- Executive Assistant
- Kellie Morrow Executive Assistant
"With over 12 years of dedicated service in the Air Force Reserves/National Guard, I have had the incredible opportunity to travel and develop in ways I never thought possible. As my time with the military comes to a close, I am proud to reflect on my two deployments and many short tours which have helped me develop a unique perspective and set of skills.
While I am a 6th generation Texan, I am somewhat new to Austin since relocating here with my partner in the summer of 2021. We are thrilled with the many adventures and opportunities that Austin has to offer.
As an Executive Assistant, I am honored to serve as Tiffany Anschutz's right-hand woman. My responsibilities range from administrative tasks to serving as the Human Resources liaison for Sage. I find it fulfilling to help our staff, and I take pride in working for a company that makes a positive impact on people's lives.
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- Monica Coleman Therapist
- Therapist
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- Admissions & Utilization Review Coordinator
- Paige Giraldo Admissions & Utilization Review Coordinator
Ren graduated with her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022 and completed in internship at Capital Area Counseling. She has experience working with both adolescents and adults as both an individual therapist and group therapist.
She has a passion for walking along side people as they navigate struggles in their life journey.
She is passionate about the 12 steps and has experienced the serenity they bring. When not working, Ren enjoys playing drums and going on nature walks. She also enjoys spending time with her partner Cody and Boston terrier Gus.
Job Titles:
- Admissions - Director
- PRSS Chief Revenue Officer
For over 8 years in the Texas region. After struggling with an addiction for many years, he has found a path and purpose to help navigate the admissions process to every person seeking treatment for themselves or a loved one. Ryan operates with an open heart of integrity and compassion, offering a solution to help those in need. Ryan likes to spend his free time with his family and being of service to the Austin recovery community.
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- LCDC Sarah Billingsly Therapist
Sarah provides individual & family counseling along with group therapy for a local non-profit substance abuse organization. Sarah is originally from Florida but has been in Texas since January of 2018 where she continues her work as an Addictions Counselor. She received her Masters of Social Work from the University of West Florida with a focus on treating addiction. Sarah has developed a strong sense of devotion for the field of addictions from working in the field since 2003. She is skilled in using CBT, Motivational Interviewing techniques, Solution-Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to empower and help her client's recover from addiction. Her experiences in working at child abuse & domestic violence agencies, inpatient/outpatient substance abuse clinics, hospitals, correctional facilities, detox units and many more have given her an even deeper motivation on trying to improve the quality of life that continues to be taken by the disease of addiction.
When she is not working, she enjoys catching a flick at the Alamo Drafthouse, going to Pinballz with her nephew, having fun on the lake, hanging with her fur-babies or hanging out with friends and family.
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- PRSS Admissions Specialist
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- Admission Specialist
- Taylar Seay Admission Specialist
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- Manager
- Taylor Aselage Case Manager
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- Founder
- President
- President & Founder, Sage Recovery Austin
Prior to opening Sage Recovery, Tiffany had clinical experience in high schools, intensive psychiatric care, inpatient detox, and intensive outpatient programming, as well as administrative roles creating clinical procedures, resource databases, and auditing for regulatory compliance. In her varied experience, Tiffany knew there were elements that were missing that could make a larger impact in the success rate of a client's recovery and mental wellness. This led her to open the doors to Sage Recovery & Wellness Center in 2014 and Sage Recovery Villa, a residential treatment center for adults in 2018. Tiffany is passionate about community outreach, education and helping future Social Workers by serving as Co-Chair on the Dean's Advisory Board at the The University of Texas at Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work.