Tellurian, Inc. La Crosse CARE Center

Tim Blumentritt

Director, La Crosse CARE Center

Tim has been with Tellurian for over six years. He works in close collaboration with a team of very dedicated and caring staff as they support individuals experiencing a crisis. Tim states, “It is extremely rewarding to be part of the journey with an individual as they recover from a mental health crisis.  It’s satisfying to be one part of a larger team of professionals who come together to support each individual we serve”.

When asked why he chose to work at Tellurian he said, “I value Tellurian because our company believes in every person’s potential to recover from significant challenges in life, whether that be mental health or addiction.  Tellurian is strongly dedicated to serving individuals and our community and I experience that in our daily work”. 

Katherine Geary

Supervisor, La Crosse Community Intervention Team

Katherine joined Tellurian in January of 2020. She works one on one with members in the community who have a desire for extra support related to their mental health and/or substance use challenges. Katherine’s favorite part of her job is the excitement of things always changing, and how not every day is the same. She also loves watching her clients take joy in the simple things in life that sometimes we are guilty of taking advantage of.

When asked why she chose to work at Tellurian she said, “I chose to work for Tellurian because I wanted to make an impact in our communities but also have purpose in what I am doing. Tellurian believes that every person has the potential to recover whether they are struggling with mental health or addiction.  I get to see this daily when I watch my clients dare to believe in the possibilities and not in the impossible. I’m grateful to work for such a wonderful organization”. 

Molly Schmidt

MAT Program Supervisor

Molly has been with Tellurian since the summer of 2018. She superivises and works in Tellurian’s Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program. The MAT Program is a wraparound case management program that provides free help to people seeking sobriety and treatment options for opiate use.

Molly says, “The best part about my job is witnessing the growth of a client from the day we meet until the day they discharge. I feel extremely grateful to be a part of someone’s journey. It is truly a remarkable experience to support someone through one of the darkest times of their life to becoming a person they can love and be proud of “.

Casey Pichette

Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician

Casey started at Tellurian in 2010. She is the Clinical Supervisor of ARP (Adult Residential Program) and works individually with clients and facilitates group therapy. She loves seeing the significant and powerful changes people can make in their lives in a 30 day period.

“I initially chose to work at Tellurian because of the positive reputation it has in the community,” she said. “but I’ve stayed because I’m proud of the client-centered care we provide! I’m honored to help our clients navigate their journey of recovery.””

Jason Meir

NCC, LPC-IT, SAC

Jason provides outpatient psychotherapy to adults seeking to help with a variety of mental health and substance use concerns. He believes that every person’s healing is different, and takes a holistic approach in therapy. Using a variety of techniques including brainspotting, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and other body-oriented approaches, Jason feels the best part of his job is helping clients find their own unique ability to heal. Aiming to help each client have healthier thoughts, feelings, and behaviors after every sellion, he takes clients’ therapy very seriously.

“I love working at Tellurian because of the atmosphere and the beautiful setting….but also because everyone at Tellurian respects that each person’s road to recovery is different and unique.” Jason said recently. “That supports my practice and tecniques.”

Bill McAuliffe-Schroeder – L.C.S.W., S.A.C., C.H.

Bill is a psychotherapist and trainer at Tellurian and has been here since 1984. He works with patients in the Outpatient clinic as well as the Adult Residential program.

“The best part of my job is seeing the people I work with get past merely surviving life, and start getting real joy out of living, “ Bill says. “And I choose to work at Tellurian because we put a client’s success as our first goal, every time.”

Bill uses many types of therapy to help his client’s struggling with mental health and AODA issues achieve success and improve their lives. He truly reaches his clients where they are at in their situations, and choses the best modality for success.

Adelaide Hurley

Group Home Program Supervisor

Adelaide has been with Tellurian for just over a year, and is our Group Home Program Supervisor. She oversee’s the staff, clients, and facilities for Tellurian’s two men’s group homes. Along with her team they work to empower clients with chronic and persistent mental illness through skill building and providing them with stable housing. Her day can include everything from household tasks and friendly conversations with clients, to helping clients through crises and communicating with case managers to advocate for client needs. She also manages the staff at the two homes to ensure they are confident in their role and provide exceptional care to our clients.

When asked why she chose Tellurian she said, “Tellurian’s mission to meet clients where they are at in the process of recoveryresonated with me. I share the agency’s belief that everyone is capable of and deserving of positive change. It is a privilege to work with an agency that not only recognizes and celebrates individual differences and needs, but empowers them by providing resources and support”.

Richard D Schwichtenberg LCW

Mental Health Clinical Supervisor

Richard has been with Tellurian for over 37 years, and is currently the Mental Health Clinical Supervisor. He has held many different roles within Tellurian. Richard started off working on call in Detox, and overtime came into his current role. Through all his different positions his passion for what Tellurian does has stayed the same.

When asked what his favorite part of his job he said, “Being able to serve those who are most vulnerable”.