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