Lifeline Connections

Brandy serves as the Chief Clinical Officer of all Lifeline Connections clinical programs including in-patient residential, intensive outpatient, outpatient, mental health and drug court. Brandy has worked in the substance abuse and mental health field for over 20 years including working with clients experiencing co-occurring disorders through case management, group counseling, and education. She is fluent in American Sign Language and has counseled and assessed deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Brandy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Wyoming, Laramie, and Associate of Science, Sign Language Interpretation at Portland Community College. She earned her Master’s of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling in Deafness from Western Oregon University. Brandy started with Lifeline Connections in 2001 as a staff member in the Residential Unit. She has had increasing progressive positions leading to her current position as Chief Clinical Officer.

Arianna earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal justice from the University of Nevada and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Addiction Studies from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR. Arianna has worked at Lifeline Connections as the Mental Health Programs Director since 2005 and is licensed as a Chemical Dependency Professional and a Mental Health Counselor. She is currently providing an interim director role in Residential treatment.