, B.A., M.S.W., A.C.S.W.
Dean of Advising
Mr. Gurney, who received his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Social Work degrees from Indiana University ...blahblah... extensive history in working with challenging adolescents, having experience as an Outpatient Family Therapist before serving as the Program Director of a dual inpatient/outpatient adolescent treatment program during his tenure at the Charter Behavioral Health organization. Most recently, Mr. Gurney served as Clinical Director of Ascent, a licensed therapeutic wilderness program for adolescents, where he was responsible for oversight of all clinical services as well as direction and monitoring of all treatment plans.
Tim Brace,
Dean of Students and Chairman of the Board
A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Mr. Brace has worked with students and their families for over 25 years. He founded and served as Executive Director at the Academy at Swift River, served as Headmaster at Mt. Bachelor Academy, Headmaster at Cedu School, and Headmaster at Rocky Mountain Academy. Mr. Brace, who also holds a Master of Counseling from Arizona State University, has not only vested considerable experience in the field, but he has also been instrumental in shaping the industry as a whole. His vision and innovation have spawned a generation of educational programs that have impacted families across the country. His wealth of knowledge in working with young people is virtually unmatched.
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