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Behavioral Health

Welcome

Welcome to Behavioral Health where we provide outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse services to members of the Oneida community. Our licensed professionals believe in a holistic approach to your wellbeing by providing care in a culturally-sensitive manner to achieve positive outcomes. Behavioral Health is a State of Wisconsin Licensed facility, and we work cooperatively with the Brown County Crisis Center for after-hours crisis care.

My provider “has been immensely helpful in being able to talk about my past in a safe respectful manner.”
– an OBH client

 

 


Ka?nikuhli.yo Family Center – Behavioral Health Services

As part of the Comprehensive Health Division our mission is to empower individuals and families within the Oneida community to restore harmony in mind, body and spirit through culturally-inspired interventions for the next 7 generations.

Oneida Comprehensive Health Division

VISION: We Provide the highest quality, holistic health care to ensure the future wellness of our Oneida Community.

MISSION: Our Mission is to empower individuals and families within the Oneida community to restore harmony in mind, body and spirit through culturally-inspired interventions for the next 7 generations.

VALUES: Responsive Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Culturally Sensitive, Communication, Respect and Safety.


Meet the Behavioral Health Providers

Services Provided

“Very welcoming and understanding.
I tend to over explain things and in the past
with previous mental health services I’ve been shut down or felt as though I wasn’t heard.
However, I felt understood today and realized a lot do things that I didn’t before
and that’s beautiful. Thank you.”
– an OBH client

  • Triage Counseling
  • Therapy (Individual, Couples and Family Therapy)
  • Gambling Assistance
  • Tobacco Abuse
  • Alcohol Abuse Awareness
  • Psychological Evaluations
  • Psychiatry (Adult and Child – Evaluations and Medication Management)
  • Safe Care Pathway (helps identify those at risk for suicide)
  • Social Work Services and family support teams
  • Wellness Support Services (walk-ins welcome)
  • Substance Abuse ATODA (Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Abuse)
  • Same Day Substance Abuse Care
  • Co-Occurring Disorders
  • Hub and Spoke – A Comprehensive Approach
  • Insights Group
  • Transformations Group – DBT for Recovery
  • Discovery Group – Intensive Outpatient Therapy
  • Journey Group – Aftercare Therapy
  • Recovery Coaching
  • NARCAN® and Fentanyl Test Strips

Triage counselors are available to assist you in getting your initial intake appointment either by phone or walk in services. Our triage counselor is also available to assist if you are in crisis, suicidal or just not feeling well. Our triage counselor will either see you at our office location or will go out into the community if you are not able to get in to see us.

Our phones are transferred to the Brown County Crisis Center at 4:30 p.m. daily for any afterhours crisis calls.

“The services are vital to mental health healing and growth. I am grateful for the services…”
– an OBH client

 

Providers

Meet the behavioral health providers at Oneida Behavioral Health by clicking on a link below. Our licensed professionals believe in a holistic approach to your wellbeing by providing care in a culturally sensitive manner to achieve positive outcomes.

My provider “has been immensely helpful in being able to talk about my past in a safe respectful manner.”
– an OBH client

Behavioral Health Management

Kriescher, Mari, MS, LPC, CSAC, ICS – Behavioral Health Director
Sayers, Kate, LCSW, LMFT – Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor
Salzwedel, Joy, MSW, LCSW, CSAC – Behavioral Health Intake Supervisor
Metoxin, Lori – Behavioral Health Patient Account Representative Supervisor
Blanks, Heidi, MA, LPC, SC-IT – Behavioral Health Supervisor

Adult Psychiatrist

Pareek, Yogesh, MD
Patel, Sangita, MD
Rodriquez, Josefina, MD
Tan, Egbert, MD
Linden, Maria, MD
Abbay, Semhal, MD

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Fischer, Jennifer, MD
Prince, Erin D., MD
Gunturu, Sushma, MD

Psychiatric RN

Skrivanie, Lois, RN, BSN, MSN
Telin, Sonja, BSN, RN
Albright, Carol, BSN, RN-BC
Weso, Binnayseequay A., BSN, RN

Psychologist

Sayers, Michael, Ph.D

BH Consultant-Integrating BH Primary Care

Garstka, Christine, PsyD

Head Start/Early Head Start Mental Health

Kelley, Elizabeth, MAC PC-TL, CSAC
DeGroot, Jessica MAC, LPC
Pazdera, Roxann, MSW, CAPSW, LCSW-IT
Seegers, Rachel, AS, CSAC
Vanderheiden, Katherine, MA, LPC-IT, SAC-IT

Psychotherapist

Cook, Brittany, LCSW
Cornelius-Adkins, Torland, LCSW, BCD, SAC, CSOT, ACSW
DeGroot, Jessica MAC, LPC
Haen, Robert, MS, LPC
White, Emma C. BS, MAC, LPC
Griffith, Tina, MAC, LPC, NCC
Skenandore, Jodie, MAC, LPC 
Vanderheiden, Katherine, MA, LPC-IT, SAC-IT
Carline, Cory M., MSW, APSW
Kelley, Elizabeth, MAC PC-TL, CSAC
Torres, Joanne, MA, CSAC, ICS
Chaffins, Jessica, MA, NCC, LPC
Pazdera, Roxann, MSW, CAPSW, LCSW-IT
Fischer Williams, Amy, MSW, APSW, DSW

Triage Counselor

Pociask, Andrea, BS
Funseth, Shelby, BS
Young, Keara, CSW
Boocock, Emma, BS

Safe Care Pathway

Haen, Robert, MS, LPC
Murphy, Jamie, MSW, APSW, CSAC

Adult Social Worker

Metoxen, Lynn, MSW, APSW, SAC
Sengkhammee, Elizabeth M., MSW, LCSW
Behnke, Julie, MSW, CSAC
Chacon, Adriana MSW, APSW

Youth Social Worker

Green Blanks, Rebecca, MSW
Matson, Ellen BSW, CSW, SAC-IT
Chacon, Adriana MSW, APSW
Behnke, Julie, MSW, CSAC
Sengkhammee, Elizabeth M., MSW, LCSW

Dual Diagnosis Therapist

Collier, Carmen MS, LPC, CSAC
Lambert, Tim, MSE, LPC, CSAC
Murphy, Jamie, MSW, APSW, CSAC
Verdo, Alyssa, MSW, APSW, SAC-IT
Poritz, Allison M., MS, LPC, SAC, ICS

Substance Abuse Coordinator

Ninham, Jacqueline E., MAC
Hill, Shannon, BA 

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Abuse (ATODA)

Lalonde, Scott, BA, CSAC
Seegers, Rachel, AS, CSAC
Allard, Ernie, MS, CSAC
Baraniak, Angela, CSAC, CS-IT, CSW
Geidel, Jesslyn, BS, CSAC
Risler, Shawneen, BA, SAC-IT
Behrendt, Courtney, BA, SAC-IT

Recovery Coach

Danforth, Patrick
Skenandore, Stephanie

“I have been coming to Oneida Behavioral Health for many years always have exceptional care. Jodie is so amazing and has been extremely instrumental in my daughter’s well being. We are so thankful for the support to give. Helping us be the healthiest versions of ourselves, both mentally and spiritually.”
– an OBH client

 

What's New

Save the date and Join us for Sobriety Game Night on Monday, April 29
Please join us on Monday night, April 29 from 6 to 8 for Sobriety Game Night at the Oneida Recovery Nest! Please come out and show your support for our people in recovery. We’ll share recovery stories, play sober party games including spades and cribbage, have food and refreshments and giveaways too! Oneida Recovery Nest is located at 1240 Packerland Drive in Cottage #2. Please call 920.490.3950 for more information and click here for a downloadable flyer. 

Learn about the Transitional Residential Detox Treatment Facility Community Meeting…
…on page 5 of the March Issue of Kalihwisaks – Yaw^ko Kalihwisaks!

Oneida Behavioral Health is studying the feasibility of creating a transitional residential detox treatment facility for members of the Oneida Nation. Click the link above to learn more about the community meeting held in February courtesy of Kalihwisaks (on page 5). And see the information that was shared with the community here

Drug Addiction Presentation at Oneida Nation High School in February 2024 – Yaw^ko
In February, Oneida Behavioral Health (OBH) staff collaborated with representatives from the Oneida Police Department (OPD), Tribal Action Plan (TAP), Oneida Cultural Heritage and the Oneida Wellness Council to teach Oneida Nation High School students about drugs and addiction. OBH staff presented psychoeducation and the effects that drugs have on the brain. They also discussed their Kunhi Yo program. OPD educated students on related Wisconsin law and offered first-hand demonstrations with their “drunk goggles.” TAP staff taught students about NARCAN and opioid use, while Cultural Heritage discussed how drugs affect our good mind, good heart & strong fire. OBH would like to thank these community partners,  Oneida High School and the students for taking time out of their day to have a healthy, productive discussion about drug addiction. 

2023 Year-in-Review 
Have you ever wondered what Oneida Behavioral Health has to offer? Check out our 2023 Year-in-Review video to get a sense for the services that are available right here in our own community. 

Help Protect the Young People Around You with Small Talks 
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster shares an important message for parents and caregivers in our community. It’s about how important it is to have Small Talks with young children about underage drinking before it begins. You have it within you to help break the cycle. Learn more about the Wisconsin Department of Health Services “Small Talks” here.

Mental Health Navigation Guide
If you’re seeking help finding mental health services, the Mental Health Navigation Guide is a great place to start. Simply click this link to access the guide and find the contact information you need now.   

Informational Columns

News Releases

 

 

Resources

 

Substance Abuse Self-Help

National AA
Green Bay AA
National ACOA
National NA
Local NA
National Al-Anon
Gamblers Anonymous
Smart Recovery
National WFS
Christian Recovery
National Sexaholics Anonymous 
Detox.com
The Network of Care for Mental/Behavioral Health
Resource Guide for Substance Use & Mental Health
Outagamie County Crisis and Support
Brown County Substance Use Services
Free Rehab Centers in Wisconsin
Alcohol and Drug Rehab Centers in Green Bay

Additional Information

AA Mtg List – District 1
Al-anon/Alateen Family Group Meetings
Prison Fellowship Family Support Group
2.1.1 Get Connected. Get Answers
Chronic Pain
Opioid Abuse
Opioid Treatment & Risks
Non-Opioid Treatment
WisHope
The Connection
Help is 3 Numbers Away

 

Mental Health Self-Help Resources

NAMI Wisconsin
SAMHSA
SAMHSA – Violence Prevention
MentalHealth.gov
Treatment Locator
Treatment Referral Line
The Network of Care for Mental/Behavioral Health
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Gatekeeper Training
Resource Guide for Substance Use & Mental Health
Outagamie County Crisis and Support
Family Services Crisis Center
Bellin Health Psychiatric Center 
Brown County Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic 
Willow Creek Behavioral Health

 

Youth/Parent Resources

Stop Bullying 
Native Youth Resource – SAMHSA
Small Talks – Underage Drinking
Talk. They Hear You. – SAMHSA
Willow Creek Behavioral Health
NAMI – Kids, Teens and Young Adults
The Trevor Project – LGBTQ Youth
NIH – Child and Adolescent Mental Health
HHS – Adolescent Health
Mental Health Literacy

Other Links

Disaster Distress Helpline

 

 

 

 

 

 

Testimonials

Below are links to video testimonials from Oneida Nation leaders sharing their experiences and perspective regarding Oneida Behavioral Health (OBH) and the role it plays in meeting the community’s mental health needs. 

Director of Public Relations for Oneida Nation Bobbi Webster

Bobbi Webster believes that it’s important in our community to build upon our health…”

It’s important that Oneidas are able to cope with that generational trauma in a wholistic manner…”

Bobbi Webster believes that Oneida Behavioral Health helps our citizens move through healing…”


Chairman for Oneida Nation Tehassi Hill

Chairman Hill explains how Oneida Behavioral Health responded to the opioid epidemic…”

Chairman Hill believes that having access to services through Oneida Behavioral Health is a great opportunity…”

Mental health is an important issue that needs to be addressed. OBH can help…”

 

Chief Judge of Oneida Nation Judiciary Layatalati Hill

“Judge Hill talks about the new Healing to Wellness Court…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health is here…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health is important for our community…”

 

Director of Oneida Nation Head Start Program Debbie Thundercloud

“Oneida Behavioral Health is about more than addiction…”

“Children can learn early how to build a toolbox to help process emotions…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health and Head Start have a partnership to help support our children…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health is here to help us through those times of change…”

 

Oneida Nation Member Marie Cornelius 

“Oneida Behavioral Health has a humungous impact on the community and it’s people…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health provides many important services…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health offers a cultural component of care that is vitally important…”

 

Oneida Business Committee Member Kirby Metoxen

“Knows firsthand how it is to deal with an addiction and Oneida Behavioral Health is there to help when you’re willing to take the initiative…”

 

Oneida High School Principal Artley Skenandore

“Oneida Behavioral Health is also responsive, sharing compassion and support…”

“The school has been working with Oneida Behavioral Health for several years which was particularly important during the pandemic…”

“The long-term, positive relationship with Oneida Behavioral Health has been a real benefit…”

 

Radisson Hotel & Conference Center General Manager Steve Ninham 

“Oneida Behavioral Health is a wonderful resource for Tribal members…”

“Oneida Behavioral Health provided much needed services following the 2021 shooting at the hotel…”

“It’s important to consider your own mental health…”

 

Oneida Casino General Manager Louise Cornelius

“OBH was very instrumental in assisting the casino and hotel following the May 2021 shooting incident.”

“The benefit of making employee referrals to OBH.”

Oneida Nation Councilwoman Jennifer Webster

“Oneida Behavioral Health is so important to the Oneida community.”

“OBH has a phenomenal team that is responsive to the community’s health needs.”

 

Complementary Heatlh Services

In addition to conventional therapies and services, Oneida Behavioral Health offers complementary and alternative health services. Providing complementary and alternative therapies offers individuals more ways to improve their wellbeing and health. These services are natural and non-invasive and can often times be used in combination with conventional therapies. Following are some of the complementary health services we offer:

Breathwork:
Breathwork has been around for thousands of years and has roots in practices like yoga and Tai Chi. When you consider what breathing does for your body, carrying oxygen through your blood to your entire body, you can begin to understand the impact breathwork can have. Breathwork involves using breathing techniques that can help release toxins, calm stress, elevate your mood and balance your body.  

Reiki:
Reiki is an energy-based, healing modality that has been practiced for centuries. During a Reiki session, a practitioner will place their hands lightly on or just above your body to direct their energy into the patient. The goal of Reiki is to activate the natural healing process to restore both physical and emotional wellbeing.

Reflexology:
Reflexology can be traced back to ancient civilizations. It is used in conjunction with other treatments to address anxiety, promote relaxation and relieve tension and pain. It involves the application of gentle pressure to specific areas on the feet, ears and hands in order to help you feel better.

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