Neurodiversity Clinic staff
Aaron Ridenour, CMHC
ScenicView Clinic Manager x
Aaron Ridenour, CMHC Autism Clinic Supervisor Aaron has worked at ScenicView for over 14 years in various positions, including human service worker, case manager, educator, and therapist before supervising the clinical support unit. He enjoys working with both therapists and behavioral specialists on a daily basis to address the needs of students as they progress through the program. He works with the NATSAP organization as part of their research committee as well as organizes many of the assessments utilized as part of the ScenicView program. He is an adjunct professor at Utah Valley University in the Passages program at the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism where he helps autistic students improve their mental health and social skills. Aaron received his bachelor’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Human Development and a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. He loves working with the students at ScenicView as well as looking for innovative ways to improve the program. In his spare time, he enjoys writing, drawing, martial arts, and film production. |
Nathan Jensen, CMHC
Psychotherapist x
Nathan Jensen, CMHC Psychotherapist “We all face challenges, problems, issues and have weaknesses. We all need help in handling these things. It is through understanding and compassion that we find hope, support, and the energy to overcome these things.” Nathan completed his Master’s Degree in Educational Counseling and additional course work in Mental Health Counseling at the University of Phoenix. He has been working in the Mental Health field since 1994 and has had the privilege to be at Scenic View since 2002. Nathan has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, specialty clinics, residential treatment, school settings, nonprofits, private practice, with youth and adults. He has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing(EMDR) as well as other techniques. Nathan has had specialized training in treating problems from Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Depression, Integrative Mental Health Nutrition among other things. He loves to research and find things that help other's lives to become better. On a personal note, Nathan has children with disabilities and relates to the difficulties and joys that come with raising them. His understanding of the demands on parents and child are helpful in healing and growing together. The quote above is a reflection of his desire to help others. |
Ryan Hawks, CMHC
Psychotherapist x
Ryan Hawks, CMHCPsychotherapist Ryan Hawks is a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Beginning his with a Bachelor’s Degree in recreation therapy from Brigham Young University and subsequent experience working at ScenicView Academy as a recreation therapist, Ryan believes strongly in experiential learning and helping clients challenge their comfort zone. Ryan expanded his professional capabilities by obtaining a degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix, which greatly deepened his love and understanding of others. Ryan has experience treating a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, attachment, grief and loss, couples and families, and relationship concerns. Ryan has a calm, supportive, and understanding demeanor, with sophistication to support healing at the heart of the concerns. His caring and non-judgmental approach makes him easy to connect with and talk to. Ryan has worked with a variety of populations ranging from at risk adolescents, families working through relational and marital concerns, and individuals struggling with pornography addiction. After a brief time away from ScenicView, he decided to return because of the rich, experiential learning environment, and his belief in the founder’s mission to “remember the one.” Ryan seek is always looking for how to help his clients find "light-bulb moments" wherein they feel empowered to make changes to improve their life. He continues to utilize experiential methods to teach and counsel. Ryan has been married for over 13 years and is father to 4 beautiful kids. When Ryan is not supporting others professionally, he enjoys graphic design, being outside, and exploring the kingdom of Hyrule with his kids. |
Marta Morrow Diaz
Benefits Specialist x
Marta Morrow Diaz Benefits Specialist Marta comes to ScenicView Academy with a background in Executive Office Administration and Office Management. She has also spent some time working in the behavioral health field. She is passionate about helping others succeed in life. She does this by encouraging self-awareness of one's abilities and of what they are capable of achieving. Her goal is to become a Life Coach with an emphasis on helping single mothers to pull themselves out of poverty, achieve stability, and to thrive fabulously! She chose to work at ScenicView Academy because it provides a great opportunity to serve some incredibly awesome and capable individuals. Marta is newly married to a Colombian born husband and is learning all about international futbol (soccer), renewing her love for the Spanish language and learning Salsa dancing! Life is good! |
Sarah Heuser
Benefits Specialist x
Sarah Heuser Benefits Specialist Sarah has a bachelor of science in the behavioral sciences with an emphasis in psychology. After volunteering at ScenicView for a couple of months she decided she really enjoyed the people and environment and thought getting paid to be here would be the cherry on top. As well as being a skills specialist at SVA she is also a member of the Speaker’s Network for the Utah Developmental Disabilities council. Sarah has two cats named Boo and Sir Mojo Jojo Schmoopypants III, and a spider named Lil’ Dipper |
