Adult Outpatient Treatment Program, Adolescent Outpatient Treatment Program, Phone Counseling, Personal Growth Seminars, Value Based Parenting, Parent Coaching, Life Coaching, Body Appreciation Therapy, Referral Treatment Services.

"It's not about change, it's about growth."

1240 East 100 South Building 22 Suite 121

St. George, UT 84790

Office: 435-652-1202 Fax: 435-652-1206

Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor. Specializing in assessment/treatment of adults and adolescents.

Richard Moody, otherwise known as Doc, received a Masters Degree in Counseling and Physiological Psychology from Utah State University in 1967.  He accepted a job with the Central Intelligence Agency, where he evaluated potential agents and did profiling on Soviets and others of interest to the CIA.  Following this he completed his Doctorate at Utah State University in 1980 in Clinical Psychology.  He worked for Southern Utah Mental Health Center for nine years, and then moved into private practice in St. George, UT in 1987.  He has been in private practice for 22 years and has treated adolescents, couples, and individuals.  He works much with Depression, Anxiety, and addictions recovery.  Doc is also available for keynote speaking and jury consulting.  He also can provide full psychological evaluations, group counseling, and individual counseling.  He has aided in the development of four intensive emotional growth seminars, numerous workshops, and has been instrumental in development of three residential treatment programs.  He works as the Clinical Director for TuringLeaf Wellness Center in St. George, UT.

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Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor specializing in addictions. Trained in dual diagnosis and mood disorders.

Sue Judd, M.S.S., L.S.A.C. holds a Masters degree in Social Sciences from Utah State University and is also a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor.  Working as a counselor for over 20 years, she has been involved in administration, treatment review, and direct treatment of addictions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.  She has worked on college campuses in education and prevention, teaching at the college level in the addictions field.  She has done specialized training in dual diagnosis and mood disorders, pain and stress mkanagement, as well as the holistic health field.  Sue is also NAADAC (National Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors) and certified and trained as a test evaluator for certification as well as ICRC (International Counselor Certification).

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Emotional Growth Seminar Facilitator.

For the past 10 years, Dean has been sharing his gifts as an Emotional Growth Facilitator. Dean dedicates his seminars to helping people connect with their true self and as a result, each participant comes away with a unique personal experience. As the participants open up and learn more about what these seminars have to offer, their input helps determine the focus and direction of their seminar. It's Dean's way of giving each person what they need, and making sure they get out of the seminar as much as they put into it.

"It's a struggle for me to watch people going about their daily lives full of hurt, fear, shame or resentment, and feeling hopeless about the possibility of things ever improving. I know better! I've been there! When given the proper tools, in the proper setting, a receptive and willing participant can begin moving forward toward peace and happiness almost immediately."

Dean's down-to-earth attitude makes him easy to identify with and his unconditional acceptance of people really puts them at ease. He has a remarkable ability to connect with the people he works with and he truly cares about each participant's well-being and growth. Dean has a passion for this work and puts his heart and soul into making each seminar a life enhancing experience.

Dean Nixon has almost 20 years of experience working with both adults and teens in the treatment industry. Dean has been instrumental in the creation and success of several local treatment centers, acting as Program Director, and facilitating seminars for teens and their parents. Most recently, Dean has been focusing on the creation of TurningLeaf Wellness Center. There he, Dr. Moody and Sue Judd have combined a multitude of excellent treatment options under one roof for the convenience of their clients.

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Clifford K. Tapusoa has worked in  Human Services for 14 years with experience in Residential treatment. He has served in various capacities from Direct Care Staff to Program Director. His passion is helping others realize their personal greatness, create meaningful relationships, and Embracing THEIR POWER! His approach is to help others build strength in their family. His fulfillment comes by watching other people's lives change before his eyes. He lives by the philosophy, "Find value in the past, live in the moment, so you can create your future."

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Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents. 

Kwinten is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in a number of important areas. He is the program director for Teen Outpatient Services at TurningLeaf Wellness Center in St. George, UT. This program has had great success in aiding teens and their families down the path of progress, improving relationships, ending addictions, supporting growth, creating accountability, and instilling Value Based living into families. Kwinten has worked with teens and their families for ten years. Kwinten also specializes in improvement of body image through the Body Appreciation Program (see www.TheGreaterYouOnline.com). This program has helped many people overcome poor body image, reduce eating disordered behaviors, develop self esteem, find a healthy body weight, and develop greater self confidence in making and achieving their personal fitness/wellness goals. Kwinten, with the help of his wife Gina have developed this program with accompanying workbook “Breaking Through the Barriers to Weight Loss”. Kwinten has a Masters degree in mental health counseling, and is a student of many highly skilled success coaches such as Dean Nixon, Jack Canfield, Bob Proctor, Steven Covey, and T. Harv Eker. He is well versed in doing face to face sessions, family counseling sessions, group therapy sessions, phone counseling sessions, and facilitating workshops and lectures.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

In 2003, Mary Ellen Crase joined a growing group of parents: her daughter was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome. This moment became a motivating force in her life, inspiring her to attend Southern Utah University for a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She continued her education at Argosy University in Salt Lake City with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, emphasizing in Special Needs Families. She will be starting the Clinical Psychologist EDDCP program in the summer 2010 also at Argosy University.

Previously she was a substitute teacher at Clark county school district and was often placed in special needs classrooms because she has natural compassion, love and respect for those students. She also worked with special needs adults to achieve employment.

When asked about her experiences, she says" I went to school to help other parents move through the change of having a child with a disability to acceptance. The whole family has the disorder, not just the one person, it affects everyone. I want to work with the family, mom, dad, grandma, sister brother, so that together that family can grow." 

Since the diagnosis of her daughter, Mary Ellen has focused on following Autism Speaks research. She has conducted three research studies on Asperger’s topics and she is a proactive advocate for individuals with special needs.

She is been a part of  the Utah Parent Center for five years.

She is a strong supporter of Animal Assisted Therapy, including participated in her daughter's service animal training.

She is a member of the Autism Society of America: Utah Chapter.

This is an individualized behavior system based on ABA principles. ABA is a daily therapy system that has been shown to be an effective treatment for many children with Developmental Disorders, such as Asperger’s and Autism. However it is not financially feasible for all families. NMTO trains parents in behavioral principles that reward the child’s accomplishment of even minor tasks, like brushing his teeth in the morning. It is based on rewards that adhere to the family’s set of values, as well as the child’s individual values. With committed parents, NMTO is functional enough that a family can maintain it.

While at Turning Leaf Wellness Center she has designed the "My Special Family Support Program" to help families cope with having a family member with disabilities.

She conducts FREE Parent Support groups Tues 10:30-noon and Tues 6:30-8 pm  A parenting class is also given at Tues 5:30-6:30. 

Mary Ellen has a passion for children, families, and support systems for the child with Asperger’s Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. She also has strengths in the areas of Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Bi-polar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, sexual abuse, and marriage conflict.

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I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity of being the Director of Marketing for TurningLeaf Wellness. This brings me the blessing of connecting good people with a safe place where they can find self-empowering tools. The tools necessary to bridge the gap between where they currently are in life, and where they want to be.