SPECIALISTS

Ben Collins-Hamel

Michael Kingsley

ADVISORS

Janet Arnold

Erica Betts

Loretta Fitchett, CNA

Amy Haviland

Rachel Keyes

Jason Maurer,PCT, CNA

Lisa Poor

Penny Sharp

Eric Wells

COACHES

Amanda Arreguin

Ketia Beard

Jason Briggs

Derek Couch

Laura Coulter

Teonie Dobbs, PCT, CNA

Ashley Halstead

Jennifer Hanson

Kelly Hawkins, MOT

Liza Hobbins

Sneha Kulkarni

Anna Lazarus

Amy Lilleboe

Rebecca MacLachlan

Lydia McElrath

Sabrina Mullins, PCT, CNA

Shuntae Ross

Caprice Sams

Janine Sheppard

Nicole Smith, CHUC, CNA

Merkeb Yohannes

Carol Beecher, RN, BSN, MSN

Lindsey Davis, LLMSW

Bessie Hanes

Michael Hagen, BS, CBIS

Tom Judd, LLMSW

Beth Pangburn

Jennifer Pascoe, BS, CBIS

Shanon Pennington
Charlie Robinson

Kara Seehase
David Trudell

Therapy Dog Team

Jennifer Birt-Nelson, RN  

Tonia Erlenbeck, RN, CBIS

Amanda Gehrman, PCT, CNA

Jeramie Goetschy,PCT, CNA

Angel Jones, PCT, CNA

Melissa Rabideau, PCT

Lori Wood, PCT

Brasco - Akita

Libby - Beagle

Rigby - Newfoundland

My name is Eric Hannah. I am originally from Southern California. I received a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Western State College of Colorado and a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University. During my time at Origami, I have served as Direct Care Staff, Kinesiologist, and Rehab Care Unit Manager prior to my becoming the Director of Program Operations. I am fortunate to be able to interact with so many inspiring individuals on a daily basis.

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Amercian Red Cross CPR-First Aid Instructor (Authorized Provider)

Community Responsibilities:

• Board Member, Chair of Ethics Committee, and Government Relations Committee Member for Michigan Brain Injury Provider's Council (MBIPC)

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Hello, my name is Tammy Westfall. I am an Occupational Therapist employed at the Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center. I was first introduced to Origami as an occupational therapy intern in May of 2000. I then accepted a position as Origami’s first full time therapist in August of 2000. Since my arrival, I have received specialized training in the unique approach of Cognitive Perceptual Motor (CPM) retraining. I have also served as the clinical team facilitator and then progressed to co-manager of the Rehabilitation Care Unit. I am currently Origami's Director of Rehabilitation Services. I find Origami to be home away from home where the people are friendly, the environment is enriching, and the outcomes of the clients are exemplary. I think any visitor to our facility would find the same.

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI) , Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Certified Provider of Cognitive Perceptual Motor Retraining, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

Community Responsibilities:

• CARF Surveyor in Medical Rehabilitation

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I am Dr. Margaret Fankhauser, D.O. I specialize in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Michigan State University. As the Medical Director of Origami, I help coordinate the treatment team and make certain that clients receive an individualized program that is best for their specific problems. The Origami team works well together, providing an atmosphere where people with brain injury can recover and utilize the skills they are working on in a safe environment, and then practice in the community with therapist assistance. Often the problems after brain injury are subtle and only noticed by those who have more than a casual conversation with the person. Because this type of injury affects interactions with all significant friends and family members, it helps to have them involved in treatment as a critical part of the treatment team.

Community Responsibilities:

• Board Member for Capital Area Center for Independent Living (CACIL)

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Hello, I am Nicole Murphy, the Operations Manager at Origami.  I am a graduate of Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL where I attained a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.  I am also a Michigan State alumnus, where I attended school for a Bachelor's in psychology.  I currently attend Northwood University for an MBA, to further my knowledge of business.  My background consists of direct client relations as well as business analysis and project consulting.  I have been married since 2000 to Matthew and am the proud mother of two wonderful cats: Chauncey & Chroma.  I am excited to work for Origami because it is a forward thinking company who continues to improve and reinvent itself.  I enjoy the challenges of furthering this company and its staff while growing myself.

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI) Trainer, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

Community Responsibilities:

• Treasurer for Capital Healthcare Employment Council (CHEC)
• Best & Promising Practices subcommittee member for CHEC

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Hello, my name is Kathie Martin, and I am a Registered Occupational Therapist. I graduated from Eastern Michigan University.  I am certified as an Employment Training Specialist.  I have been employed with Origami since 2002. I truly enjoy helping the persons I serve maximize their level of productive activity within the community through employment, school, or avocational activity.  I have been practicing in the Lansing area as an OTR since 1994, with experience working in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatients services, and industrial rehabilitation.  I am also the clinical manager for the rehabilitation team where I am able to help the therapists have the most update information on TBI.

Special Training/Certifications: Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified, Employment Training Specialist

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My name is Melissa Rai and I am a graduate of Davenport University where I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business in 2002.  Prior to that I also received an Associates Degree in Health Claims Management in 1999.  I was born and raised in the Lansing area and after a brief stay in Minneapolis returned home to be with family after having my first child and love of my life KJ.  I have worked in the medical field for many years, most recently working with the elderly in long term care. I take pride in working for an organization with such a positive reputation among the community. 

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Hi!  My name is Jennifer Pascoe. I am a graduate of Grand Valley State University, where I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Communications.  I am married and live in East Lansing with my husband and our dog Libby.  I have been working with the TBI population since 2001 where I began in the role of direct care provider. It wasn't long before I knew I found my fit and started down the path to make a career in TBI rehabilitation.   It is very fulfilling to work with an organization that values providing rehabilitation in a manner that respects the dignity of each individual served.

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

Community Responsibilities:

• Committee Member for the BIA West Golf Outing
• Treasurer of Brain Injury Association of MI - Lansing Chapter

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Hello, my name is Michael Hagen.  I am a 2002 MSU graduate.  Presently, I have a Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology with the completion of Pre-Med tracking.  I am applying to MSU School of Osteopathic Medicine in the near future.  I have come to Origami to further my experience in the mental health field.  My experiences at Origami have been exceptionally rewarding and humbling.  

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Tom Judd, LLMSW

Care Coordinator - Community Based Programs

Team Member Since 2007

I am a graduate from the School of Social Work at Michigan State University.  I earned my MSW with a concentration in Organizational and Community Practice.  I will be working alongside the Origami team as a Care Coordinator in the community based programs.  I am excited to play a part in developing the semi-independent living program on the Origami campus, as well as serving our TBI clients with dignity, respect and quality care. 

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

Community Responsibilities:

• Capital Area Case Management Council

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My name is Lindsey Davis and I am one of the care coordinators.  In April 2006 I graduated with my Master's in social work from the University of Michigan with concentrations in interpersonal practice and health.  Since May of 2006 I worked with individuals in both long term care and subacute rehabilitation.  My husband and I have been married since 2005 and had our first child in June 2007.  We also have one dog named Casper.

Community Responsibilities:

• Capital Area Case Management Council

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My name is Charlie Robinson, and I have worked at Origami since April of 2001.  In addition to being Origami’s Health and Safety Officer, I also assist with maintenance and repair.  With guidance from the therapy staff, I enjoy working alongside clients in the woodworking groups as well as with pre-employment training tasks.  I appreciate any and all suggestions that will help to make Origami a "home away from home" for the people we serve.

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified, Waterworks System Operator, Crisis Prevention (CPI)

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Hello, my name is David Trudell. I am the Information Systems Coordinator. I currently live in Onondaga with my fiancée Crystal Porter and our two girls McKenna and Olivia. I have worked in IT  since 2002; and in that time I have had the opportunity to work with many different types of systems and applications. I am hopeful that my experience will allow me to provide the clients and staff at Origami with the exceptional service that they are accustomed to.

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Hello, I’m Kara Seehase. Here at Origami I serve as the Business Assistant. I feel very blessed to have this opportunity! After visiting Origami for the first time I knew this was the place I wanted to work. Now that I’m here, I hope to grow and learn more about Origami and the philosophy of helping people reach their maximum potential through rehabilitation. I started college at Baker College of Owosso studying Elementary Education. I transferred from there to Lansing Community College. I have been taking business classes in order to obtain my Associates degree. I live in Mason with my wonderful husband and our black lab. In my spare time I enjoy being around family, friends, and the great outdoors. I look forward to having a great career at Origami and getting to know all of the people!

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Hi! My name is Bessie Hanes. I’m one of the Residential Supervisors. I was hired in the fall of 2004 as Living Skills Staff. Working with the clients has been a positive learning experience for me. I am planning on and looking forward to continuing to work for Origami, with the wonderful staff and unforgettable clients, for many years to come. I’m a mother of two great kids; (Britany, Brianna), one fat lazy cat (Tiger), and one frisky one (Scratches). Family is very important to me, and Origami has become my second family, a home away from home.

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Shanon Pennington

Food Service Worker

Team Member Since 2003

Hello, my name is Shanon Pennington. I am in the Food Service Position. I worked third shift as a support staff for about a year and a half.  When a position opened up on 1st shift, I quickly jumped at the opportunity to work more with the clients. I worked 1st shift for about a year, and then I accepted the position for food service in 2005.  Thanks to Origami, I have been able to achieve different goals that I set for myself and to learn about every aspect of this organization.  The company lets you grow and try different things. I love what I do, and I hope to achieve more.     

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Hi! My name is Jennifer and I obtained my Nursing and Psychology degrees at a college near Buffalo, NY.  I've been a Registered Nurse since 1994 and I have worked almost exclusively with individuals of mental health services and the intellectually disabled as I have never lost fascination in various medical complications that these entail.  I have worked with kids as young as four and adults as old as 103 in residential, day, outpatient, and inpatient programs.  I enjoy holistic nursing and try to incorporate various methods into my practice, including massage, music, and aromatherapy when appropriate.  During my off time, I love to cook, travel, garden, watch football, and fish.  My life partner showed me how to tie flies for fly fishing and I've been "hooked" on him and this new sport ever since!  I caught the largest small mouth bass in a Michigan river in 2007!  I can be found at home watching "CSI" in the evenings with my four cats, one dog, and two girls. 

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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My name is Tonia Erlenbeck, and I provide nursing services at Origami. I grew up in Montrose, MI, with two brothers and one sister. I attended Olivet College for undergraduate study and obtained a BA in Music Theory / History. I completed my nursing program in May 2006. I enjoy mountain biking, hiking, swimming, music, riding ATV’s & off-roading in the UP, camping, and my pets (3 cats and 2 dogs).

Special Training/Certifications: Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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I am Angel Jones and I work as a Patient Care Technician.  I have been in patient care since 1998.  I am a certified CNA, PCT, EKG Tech, and Phlebotomist.  I have 4 children in ages of 8-16 years old.  I am very excited to be working here and look forward to all the new experiences.

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified, Crisis Prevention (CPI)

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I am Jeramie Goetschy.  I am a Patient Care Technician here at Origami.  I graduated from American Medical as a CNA, PCT, Phlebotomist, and EKG Tech.  I have been working in direct care since 2006.  On my time off I love the outdoors, nothing specific, anything outdoors.

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified, Crisis Prevention (CPI)

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Hello, my name is Amanda Gehrman.  I began working at Origami in 2007 as a Living Skills Staff. As of January 2008, I transitioned to the role of Patient Care Technician where I work directly with the RN to manage medication distribution for the residential program. I am also attending Lansing Community College in pursuit of a nursing degree. 

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified, Crisis Prevention (CPI)

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My name is Melissa Rabideau, I work at Origami as a Patient Care Technician.  I have been in the medical field since 2004.  I am currently attending Lansing Community College for a degree in nursing.  I then plan to get a BA from the University of Michigan. 

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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My name is Lori Wood.  My husband Tim and I were married in August of 1989 in California.  We have two children, Amanda and Dylan.  We have two dogs, Rocky and Harley.  I am a Certified Patient Care Technician and I am also certified in CPR and First Aid.  I enjoy working with people.  My goal is to continue to learn and improve and be a valuable asset to the team at Origami. 

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Roy Meland, D.O., PLLC

Rehabilitation Neuro-Psychiatrist

Board Certified in Psychiatry

Team Member Since 2000

I am Dr. Roy Meland, D.O, and I have been providing consultative Rehabilitation and Neuropsychiatric care to Origami clients for several years.  I have been a Rehabilitation and Neuro-Psychiatrist in the greater Lansing area since 1999.  As a Board Certified Psychiatrist, I have extensive experience in the evaluation and management of the cognitive and bio-behavioral aspects of trauma and traumatic brain injury.  My holistic and interdisciplinary approach to patient care is well integrated at the Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center. 

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My name is Yvonne Morley. I am a speech language pathologist. I originally began working at Origami in 1998 contracted through Michigan State University, then moved completely to Origami in 2001. I enjoy being a part of the team at Origami because together we really make a difference in peoples lives. My primary focus in therapy is to help people relearn and practice the social interaction skills and effective communication – both of which can be significantly impaired after a brain injury. Learning new or different ways of communicating can help people build and maintain relationships to avoid the social isolation that is so common after brain injury.

Special Training/Certifications: Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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My name is Heather Isaacson and I am a Speech-Language Pathologist at Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center. After earning my bachelor’s (2003) and master’s (2005) from Michigan State University, I have worked with the pediatric and adult populations doing acute care, long-term care, and inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation. While completing my education at MSU, I was able to combine my interest in traveling with educational and volunteer opportunities in speech-language pathology in London, England, and Playa del Carmen, Mexico. On a personal level, I’ve enjoyed recent trips with my husband Tom hiking in the Grand Canyon, skiing at Whistler, B.C., sea kayaking at the San Juan Islands, Wash., and mountain biking on Grand Island in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It is exciting to be a part of a dynamic and growing company and to work with our dedicated and compassionate rehabilitation team. I anticipate continued professional growth and strive to provide exceptional rehab care while working together with our team.

Special Training/Certifications: Certified in National Outcomes Measurement System (NOMS) for Adults through the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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My name is Kerri Moore, and I am a Registered Occupational Therapist, specialized in and practicing the Cognitive Perceptual Motor approach for the treatment of traumatic brain injury. I attended Saginaw Valley State University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and a minor in Psychology.  I have been a part of Origami since 2001, and I could never see myself working anywhere else!  I love the challenges and rewards that brain injury rehabilitation provides, and it feels wonderful to be a part of a team that really makes a difference in people's lives.  Aside from my duties as a therapist, I am actively involved in the Capital Area Brain Injury Special Interest Group (CABISIG), a multidisciplinary group of professionals committed to advancing and unifying the field of brain injury treatment through research, publication, and presentation. 

Special Training/Certifications: Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Certified Provider of Cognitive Perceptual Motor Retraining, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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Natasha Vroman, O.T.R.

Team Member Since 2007

Hi, my name is Natasha Vroman.  I am a graduate from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.  My first experience here was as an OT intern in April of 2007.  I happily accepted a position as a full time therapist during this time.  I am honored to have the opportunity to work with such inspirational clients and staff on a day to day basis!  I feel that Origami provides the best treatment possible in all important areas of life and I am thrilled to be a part of the process!

Special Training/Certifications: Crisis Prevention (CPI), Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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My name is Sabreena Konsdorf. I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and I graduated from Charles Stewart Mott Community College in August of 2001. I have been working at Origami since July of 2002. I enjoy assisting persons with brain injury in the process of integrating back in to the community in the most timely, yet successful way.

Special Training/Certifications: Certified Brain Injury Specialist, Adult CPR/First Aid Certified

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My name is Jacie Filsinger and I am a Vocational Services Specialist at Origami.  I graduated from Michigan State University with a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling in 1994  after completing a Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Illinois with a double major in psychology and history.  In addition to working in the field of brain injury rehabilitation, my past experience also includes managing rehabilitation services in home care, managing a physical therapy practice, and teaching courses at a post-secondary vocational school.  I am also an adjunct faculty at a local community college in the Psychology Department. 

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My name is Dr. Brett VanTol. I have provided psychological services for Origami since 1998. I am a graduate of Michigan State University having obtained a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in the area of rehabilitation. I have worked as a psychologist in the area of brain injury and neuropsychology for over 10 years. I have an appointment as an adjunct professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Counseling at Michigan State University.

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