Our Mental Health Team at Montare Tucson

No treatment facility for mental health disorders is complete without a highly experienced staff prepared to serve all the needs of their patients. Montare Behavioral Health of Tucson employs a skilled staff trained to treat multiple types of mental illnesses. Each member of our staff understands how to communicate in an effective and friendly manner in order to build trust with each person. They help form a partnership with our patients in order to determine treatment goals and then meet them. As a result, people learn how to significantly improve their mental health under our guidance.

Joddi Jacobson

Executive Director LMSW, BHP

Joddi Jacobson

Joddi has over 15 years of experience in the mental health industry. Her own lived experience has expanded her understanding and passion for helping individuals walk through trauma and strengthen their recovery.

Michael Katz

Clinical Manager LCSW, BHP

Michael Katz

Michael has dedicated the last 15 years to becoming educated in social work practices and implementing such. Michael is independently licensed in the state of Arizona as a clinical social worker specializing in trauma informed care.

Francis Hegel

Program Director, BHT

Francis Hegel

Francis, a dedicated combat veteran from Operation Enduring Freedom, deeply understands the intricacies of the mental health landscape, shaped in part by his personal experiences and those of his comrades. Driven by a profound desire to support others, he offers a compassionate therapeutic environment where individuals can embark on their paths to healing and overall wellness.

Lisa Allard

Nurse Manager, RN

Lisa Allard

Lisa has worked in behavioral health for over 25 years, encompassing residential, inpatient, and corrections. Shaped by these varied opportunities and personal experiences, she brings a comprehensive understanding and empathetic approach to working with our clients.

Amber Brown

Case Manager & Veteran Specialist

Amber Brown

Amber has dedicated over 10 years to the field of behavioral health. She holds an Associate of Social Work from Pima Community College and is currently pursuing her BSW at Grand Canyon University, with plans to continue into an MSW program. Amber specializes in trauma-informed, client-centered care and is committed to supporting individuals through recovery and long-term stability.

Bill Reynolds, PA-C

Psychiatric Provider

Bill Reynolds, PA-C

Bill Reynolds is a U.S. Navy-trained physician assistant and served on active duty for 30 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander in 2012. He has been a PA for more than 20 years and has extensive experience in family medicine and psychiatry. He was awarded numerous commendation medals while in the Navy for superior performance and had the honor of caring for patients on submarines, in combat, and as the medical officer of a US Navy SEAL team. He brings unique experience to Montare Behavioral Health as he cares for our military and first responder clients. He is a strong proponent of integrative medicine and understands the importance of treating the “whole person.”

Christian Moher, MD

Medical Doctor

Christian Moher, MD

Christian Moher is board-certified in Family Medicine.  He has a private practice in Tucson, Arizona.  He has extensive experience in the Integrated Medicine field, working with patients with physical and mental health conditions.  In his spare time, he has an active yoga practice, plays a lot of pickleball, and plays rock music in several local bands.  In 2018 the National Council for Behavioral Health awarded him their Physician of the Year award, the first primary care physician to receive this.  He is married to a brilliant pediatrician, and has two children.

Aparna Kohli, MS, RD, CDN

Clinical Dietician

Aparna Kohli, MS, RD, CDN

Aparna Kohli, MS, RD, CDN, is a Clinical Dietitian with over 18 years of experience in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and private practice, she specializes in the intersection of nutrition and behavioral health. Aparna is dedicated to helping individuals develop sustainable, guilt-free relationships with food, focusing on addressing emotional and disordered eating patterns. Her compassionate, science-based approach empowers clients to make lasting lifestyle changes that support both mental and physical well-being.

Stephanie Rosten

VP of Admissions

Stephanie Rosten

Alexandra Munoz-Araiza

Director of Admissions

Alexandra Munoz-Araiza

Contact Us at Montare Behavioral Health of Tucson, Arizona

It can be difficult to make the decision to reach out for help for mental health disorders. Our highly trained and experienced staff knows how to meet each person where they are and help them begin walking on a path that leads to healing. We provide focused care led by staff members trained in psychological and medical treatment modalities proven to help improve your mental health.

Visit our admissions page now to find out how easy it is to get started. Let one of our staff members answer your questions and tell you how we can give you the help you deserve.