Executive Director
Philip Hensarling, LCDC
Philip Hensarling, LCDCi has over 8 years of experience in the behavioral health field, alongside his ventures as a successful entrepreneur improving access to care for other behavioral health providers. Throughout his career, Philip has excelled in various roles, including Executive Director, Corporate Director of Utilization Management and Admissions Specialist. His expertise lies in streamlining operations, revenue cycle management, facilitating 12-step groups, fostering strong relationships with insurance payors and is also a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in Texas.
Philip is deeply committed to extending access to care for a broader population struggling with substance use disorders. Philip‘s academic accomplishments include an Associates in Addictions Counseling, and he is currently in his final year of completing his BS degree in Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. Philip is a native Texan who enjoys running marathons and spoiling his lab-mix Murray.
Clinical Director
Maxwell Crystal, LICSW
Max grew up in the greater Boston area before moving to Vermont to complete BA from Saint Michaels college and Master’s in Social Work from Simmons University. Max started his behavioral health career working with children and families in crisis and has since had experience working in inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Prior to joining Sana as the clinical director, Max worked as the Bereavement Program Coordinator for a hospice agency, specializing in the treatment of traumatic grief. Max is passionate about delivering evidence-based treatments to clients in a variety of settings and facilitating mutual aid support groups. In his free time Max enjoys biking, hiking, soccer and snowboarding.
Medical Director
Dr. Jonathan Hastings, MD
Physician’s Assistant
Mike Gaffney, PA-C
Therapist
Dr. Shaun Phillips, Ph.D., LCMHC
Counselor
Shannon Harness
Shannon is a dedicated social worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Vermont and extensive experience in mental health support for veterans, including roles at Veterans Affairs and Pathways Vermont. With a diverse background ranging from military service to outdoor leadership and technical support, Shannon excels in client-centered, evidence-based therapy and community reintegration efforts, promoting resilience and well-being among veterans and individuals with mental health challenges.
Counselor
Nashua Malko, LMSW
Nash grew up in central New Jersey and lived in various cities across the Northeast before finding a permanent home in Vermont. Driven by a passion for addressing socioeconomic disparities in mental healthcare, Nash earned a B.A. in Music Therapy from Hampshire College and an M.S.W. from NYU. He has worked in various roles in social work and mental healthcare in New York, including supportive housing and community behavioral health. Currently, Nash’s focus lies in fostering strong relationships with clients and building resilient communities to support individuals in their recovery process. He brings a holistic, client-centered approach to his work, believing in the importance of tailoring care to meet the unique needs of each individual. Outside of Sana, Nash enjoys walking in nature, biking the Burlington bike path, gardening, swimming in Lake Champlain, and playing guitar.
Counselor
Hannah Naisbitt, MSW
Hannah grew up in the Chicagoland area and earned her Bachelors of Social Work through Indiana Wesleyan University. Hannah earned her Masters Degree in Social Work through IWU. Hannah started her career working with adolescents at a residential treatment home as a Behavioral Interventionist and has since worked at a variety of inpatient treatment centers in Chicago, Nashville, and Vermont. Most recently, Hannah served at a MAT Center where she worked as a case manager/counselor with adult patients to assist them with housing, community resources, and mental health counseling. Hannah has a strong passion for helping individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders recover their true sense of self and gain a hopeful outlook upon life. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys exploring the outdoors with her two children, husband and dog Zelda, snowboarding, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.
Director of Culinary Services and Horticulture
Jade Quagliozzi
With over fifteen years of experience in fine dining and organic agriculture, Jade leads the culinary program with an enthusiasm for farm-to-table meals and service. Before moving to Vermont, she worked in several highly regarded restaurants in Boston and started an organic farm that grew and delivered heirloom produce to multiple Boston restaurants. When she’s not cooking, she enjoys mountain biking, foraging and spending time with her husband and dog.
Admissions Specialist
Kimberly Corbett, BA
Kimberly earned a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature before working in accounting, editing and customer relations in the southern United States. Upon returning to New England, she has worked in hospitality for more than a decade and prides herself on being pragmatic, efficient and creative. She’s hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, climbed the mountains of Georgia and North Carolina and now enjoys spending time with her daughter, her precocious Aussie and her aging rescue dog.
Admissions Specialist
Shoshana Frieden
Shoshana holds a BA Degree in Psychology. She has committed her professional life to aiding those seeking to create meaningful health and wellness. While operating a life coaching and wellness practice in California, Shoshana sought out learning opportunities to bring an awareness of trauma-informed care to her practice. Shoshana moved to Vermont, taking a social-work position assisting resource-challenged families. There she used her coaching and motivational skills and natural empathy to understand and empower families. Prior to coming to Sana, Shoshana worked for three years, in a critical-access hospital emergency department providing care coordination; education, resources, referrals, and support to patients and their families. Shoshana loves living in the Green Mountains State where she loves the change of seasons.
Admissions Specialist
Ashley Briseno
Ashley started her journey in the healthcare field 20 years ago, working in business training and development for medical practices throughout the country.
She led the marketing and outreach endeavors for a non-profit that assisted underserved and at-risk populations struggling with addiction and mental health issues. She found her purpose, and never looked back.
Ashley has continued to work in the behavioral health field for the past decade, holding roles in direct client care, case management and operational leadership.
As an Admissions Specialist, Ashley draws from the knowledge and experience she has acquired throughout her career and personal journey and offers a person-centered approach in finding the right help for everyone she assists. Ashley understands how overwhelming it can feel to make the call and ask for help. She aims to provide a safe space where people can share their stories without fear of judgement or pressure and can often be heard saying, “I will find you the help you deserve, even if it’s not with us.”
Outreach Specialist
Brendan McCormick
Brendan McCormick is a seasoned professional in the field of social work, with a career spanning over two decades. A graduate of the University of Vermont, Brendan holds a degree in Psychology, which laid the foundation for his extensive work with diverse populations. His expertise extends to his role as a Certified Relationship Coach, where he has successfully guided individuals and couples towards healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Brendan is excited to bring his wealth of experience and passion to Sana at Stowe, where he is committed to fostering meaningful relationships with providers and their clients seeking residential and detox programming. His dedication to supporting those in need reflects his deep understanding of the complexities of human behavior and his unwavering commitment to facilitating positive change. Brendan was previously the Case Manager at Sana at Stowe and knows the importance of finding the right treatment for those in need.
At Sana at Stowe, Brendan is eager to leverage his background and skills to enhance the well-being of clients and contribute to the transformative journey of recovery and growth. In his spare time he enjoys being outside with his dog Ruby and caring for the environment.
Outreach Specialist
Colin Campbell
Sana at Stowe has achieved accreditation and received
a Gold Seal of Approval® from The Joint Commission®.
This accreditation award verifies that Sana meets the most rigorous quality and patient safety standards of care, and shows a dedication to excellence across the full continuum of care. Learn more.
In-network with many insurance companies!
Sana at Stowe is in-network with BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, UBH, UMR, MVP, and First Health, and also accepts most out-of-network insurances, and accepts all private insurance. We also provide access to financial assistance to help with the cost of treatment.
