Meet Our Beacon Therapy Team
Bryan Teuscher, LCSW
Clinic Director
I have had the joy of connecting with and helping others since I was little, and I think that is what prompted me to go into the mental health field (well, that and because cardigans are my preferred business attire).
I enjoy the current work I do immensely. To get here, some of my benchmarks include a B.A. in Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work (MSW), both from BYU. I am a currently licensed LCSW in Utah and have completed training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I grew up in Eastern Idaho with a strong love of the outdoors. That said, while I love hiking, camping, and the occasional fishing, I often pick an afternoon with a book over anything else. I am an impulsive traveler (usually deciding to go on a road trip an hour before leaving), and enjoy being with friends and family.
I’m a firm believer that all gatherings are better when food is included, and I avoid the gym like the plague, but I get exercise and sunshine in the mountains or by trying to develop my green thumb in my garden. (It’s still a work in progress).
Phoebe Kung, LCSW
My expertise is in challenges arising from anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, motivation issues, low self-esteem, and career difficulties. I also have experience with divorce and separation, isolation, or loneliness, and struggles with interpersonal relationships. I worked as a therapist at an inpatient psychiatric hospital and at a counseling clinic as well so I am familiar with different mental health disorders varying in severity. In my last job, I provided therapy for people of different ages, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, etc. I also know many community resources in the state of Utah and am happy to connect you with them if needed.
I was born in Hong Kong and grew up in the island of Hawai’i. My mother worked in the helping profession throughout her life and inspired me to take the same route. I have a B.A. in Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work from BYU.
Some fun facts about me – My husband and I have a son, along with lots and lots of furry animals. We love dogs and cats alike, and I recently adopted some chickens to join the family as well. I have been trying to pick up a green thumb by learning how to garden. On my spare time, I enjoy pulling weeds and finding goods at farmer markets.
Pam Hill, CSW
At times we all find ourselves in situations that we think no one else will understand. It’s easy to self-sabotage and self-criticize when you have no one to talk to. We often find ourselves putting up barriers instead of boundaries and unintentionally blocking those that want to help us. Therapy allows us to self-reflect, feel empowered, and increase our happiness.
I hope to provide an environment where you can feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. My approach is from the strengths-based perspective. I believe we all have strengths that will allow positivity to come from our experiences. I will help you build skills to overcome negative feelings and emotions so that you can become the version of yourself that you want to be.
As overwhelming as it may feel, take the next step to reach for help. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you to discover a person that is secure, strong, and confident.
Eleisha Hewes, CSW
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in providing needed support to at-risk children, teens and adults struggling with mental health disorders and addiction, as well as crisis response.
As a Certified Trauma Professional, I am adept in utilizing research-supported trauma counseling methods, facilitating conflict resolution, and ensuring a physically and emotionally safe healing environment.
I believe in the empowerment of my clients and consider my clients to be the boss. They tell me what goals they wish to achieve and I guide and support them with up-to-date trauma focused interventions.
Everything I do is derived from my goal to instill hope. I will always hold hope for you as we work together even in the times when it difficult for you to find that hope for yourself. I am confident that eventually through our work together on your healing process that you will be able to find your own hope again.
Karen Muñoz
I’m a clinical social worker that is passionate about creating a safe and welcoming space where clients can share openly and honestly without fear of judgment. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with things like anxiety, depression, addiction, and interpersonal challenges, including those navigating trauma and grief.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and I’m fluent in Spanish and English. My Chilean upbringing instilled in me a strong work ethic and a commitment to service. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work.
In my free time, I cherish spending time with my husband and two young children. I also enjoy cooking delicious Chilean meals and exploring new culinary adventures from around the world.
I believe in the inherent strength and potential within each individual, and my approach is grounded in the belief that change is possible. I value human connection and the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life. I utilize a variety of techniques to help clients reconnect with their existing strengths and cultivate new resources to support their progress toward achieving their desired goals.
I am confident that together, we can create a meaningful and transformative journey towards healing and personal growth.
Heather Jones, PhD, LCSW
Hello, I’m Heather Jones. I was born in Texas and raised in the Washington, DC area. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from George Mason University, and my Master’s in Social Work and PhD in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have over 22 years of experience working with adults, couples, and families. I take a collaborative approach to therapy and tailor approaches to fit each person’s needs, including use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotional Freedom, and various alternative approaches.
My areas of skill include treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, grief, chronic pain, dementia, adults with Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD, caregiver stress and burnout, life transitions, including aging changes, and marital and family challenges.
You will be supported in an open, interactive, and safe therapeutic environment, which will facilitate learning and growth. I use strategic and educational interventions to assist with internalizing and practicing skills for the betterment of your emotional health and interpersonal relationships.
I am invested in helping you navigate your journey to create a happier, more content life.
I look forward to working with you.
Kurt Sproul, ACMHC
We all have stressors. The question is: “how do we best cope and thrive?”
The good news is there are many tried and true approaches, evidence-based practices (EBPs) to help you get better and do better … no matter what combination of troubles! So, when I’m not planting trees or playing fetch with my dog Lolo that’s what I enjoy doing – collaborating with you to figure out what is causing your lack of ease (dis-ease) and work on getting you better. I’m passionate about it!
After losing my oldest son-in-law to addiction and suicide, I decided to get a masters in mental health and substance use disorders and learn all I could. The Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School taught how to treat the whole person with everything that is going on all at once. It’s called integrated recovery for co-occurring disorders. We are each uniquely complex and layered; so are our disorders that combine with a synergy to give us our unique dis-ease.
I am having fun living the best of my life … moment to moment … breath by breath. I’ve been through a lot in my 68 years! I have a few heroes I follow and a couple suggestions for you already: Dr. Shauna Shapiro (watch her YouTube TedTalk on Mindfulness), Deepok Chopra, Thich Nhat Hanh, Eckhart Tolle … just to mention a few … also check out Dr. Bruce Lipton – How to Reprogram Your Mind, on YouTube. There’s so much cool stuff to learn and directions to grow!
We are creators and explorers, but we are sometimes hobbled by programming and skills that no longer serve us. We are meant for fulfillment, and that’s what we all deserve.