Terri Timmins
Terri earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical & Fuels Engineering from the University of Utah, all while raising four children. Her professional experience includes six years as a private tutor of K-12 and college students, including special-needs students, and nine years as a Process Engineer in the Personal Care and Nanotechnology industries. Terri has enjoyed the past five+ years here at ScenicView, teaching, encouraging independence, and interacting with students. Terri and her husband have been part of the BYU Women’s Basketball Live Stats Team since 2007, and both love to travel. She enjoys Utes football, musical theater, journaling, reading, collecting sea shells, and spending time with her family (currently at 20 grandchildren, many of which travel with her). One of her heroes is Albert Einstein.
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.” Albert Einstein
Jerry Freestone
Jerry was given the opportunity to work as the Work Support Supervisor on Grounds. After having been a student here at ScenicView and being one of the earliest graduates in 2011, he enjoys helping students succeed like he has been able to. He has 20+ years of experience in the landscaping industry, as well as 28 years volunteering with the women's soccer team at BYU. Jerry spent 15 years as a staff member at a youth training camp for leadership skills, which was extremely rewarding for this field. He enjoys playing board games and video games in his spare time.
Rachel Ferons
Rachel brings over five years of experience in nonprofit human services, working with children, teens, and young adults across the neurodiverse spectrum. With a strong background in teen youth development and two years of experience designing social-emotional learning (SEL) curricula, Rachel is passionate about integrating SEL practices, DEI principles, and behavioral health into both educational and workplace settings. Rachel chose to join ScenicView because of its values-driven mission and commitment to empowering neurodiverse individuals through holistic support. Their work is grounded in creativity, empathy, and inclusivity, making them a natural fit for ScenicView’s dynamic community. In addition to their professional expertise, Rachel is a creative soul—outside of work, you’ll find her discovering new music, singing and playing baritone ukulele, crocheting, or illustrating.
Tivynna Edouard
Olivia holds a Bachelor of Behavioral Science from Utah Valley University and is RBT certified. She is currently pursuing a Master of Applied Behavior Analysis. With 12 years of experience working with neurodiverse communities, she is dedicated to fostering inclusion and belonging. Her background includes roles as a paraeducator, volunteering with Kids on the Move, and participating in the Best Buddies program. In her free time, she enjoys art, nature, and travel.
Tyler Young
Tyler completed his Bachelors in Behavioral Science and is pursuing a Masters in Counseling Therapy. He looks forward to serving ScenicView’s students as a therapy intern clinician. Tyler enjoys serving people with neuro diversities and has worked with young people with autism for nine years.
When not at work Tyler organizes tabletop games with his friends and plays with his children. He also has a passion for building and intends to build his own home after finishing degree work.
He currently works with ScenicView students to help them develop skills and habits for getting and keeping a job.
Caitlin White
Caitlin White came to ScenicView with a deep love of teaching and a desire to empower students to reach for their dreams. She believes that all students have a touch of greatness within them, and the potential to make a real difference in their homes and communities. Her teaching motto is: “I can do hard things.”
Caitlin has professional experience in acting, writing, and commercial arts, as well as experience teaching and tutoring individuals with different abilities.
Caitlin received an associate’s degree of science at Snow College and is currently a senior at Brigham Young University working towards her degree.
Josh Palmer
Josh Palmer is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and private instructor from Enoch, Utah. He received his BA in Commercial Music from Brigham Young University in 2019 and is a current Music Therapy student at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. He has more than fifteen years of performing experience and has performed in Hong Kong, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba.
Josh has an insatiable desire to share his love of music, which led him to ScenicView Academy. He believes that music can bring positivity and excitement into anybody's life, and he wants to help each student discover what music can do for them. With perfect pitch and over a decade of music arranging experience, Josh can help students learn to sing and play their favorite songs, as well as learn new instruments and start writing their own songs.
When he isn't teaching, Josh is busy writing lyrics, producing beats, and filming music videos with his impressive collection of detailed sock puppets. He also enjoys spending time with his two ball pythons Raymond and Mary Lou.
Katelyn Chadwick
Katelyn graduated in 2025 from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse where she majored in recreational therapy, and minored in psychology and at-risk child & youth care. Through experiences like becoming a Certified Inclusion Ambassador and volunteering/working with many diverse populations, Katelyn has learned how to support all individuals as they are by focusing on their strengths. As a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, she enthusiastically leads classes and one-on-ones focused on the Thrive outcome areas of social skills, leisure education, and resilience.
Katelyn was drawn to leave the midwest and join ScenicView Academy as she had never heard of anything like it before, and after completing her internship here she knew she had to stay! The positive environment fostered by staff and students empowers growth and independence, and is something she wishes everyone will have the opportunity to experience.
Outside of work Katelyn likes to run, crochet, hike in the mountains, read fictional books, and have game nights with friends. She also spends time with animals any chance she gets and is passionate about learning all the little interesting things about them.
Kenzie Sumek
Kensington (Kenzie) Ward Sumek is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, who gets to lead classes, one-on-ones, and groups with a focus on Social Skills. She graduated from BYU-I with a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation in 2022, and began working at ScenicView Academy at the beginning of 2023. She has volunteer experience working with a variety of populations ranging from children with developmental and learning disabilities to older adults in long-term care.
Kenzie was drawn to ScenicView Academy because she recognized (and still loves) the unique, positive feeling on campus. She was impressed with the organization's mission, feeling as though it aligns with her personal principles including empowerment and "remembering the one." She is of the firm belief that she has the best, most rewarding job at ScenicView, and therefore probably in the whole world.
Kyra Unsicker
Kyra Unsicker is a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. She got her bachelor's degree in recreational therapy from the University of Utah. She has experience working with individuals with autism and other learning differences. She chose to work for ScenicView because of its focus on empowerment, autonomy, and independence. She believes that everyone deserves to have someone who believes in them and supports them. Kyra loves using leisure and recreation to teach important life skills. In her free time she loves playing the guitar, hiking, and exercising.
Scott Wood, CMHC
Scott graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. He has worked for ScenicView since it opened and has enjoyed seeing it grow, and seeing the students benefit from the services provided at ScenicView. He has many duties, including being the Work Program Manager helping students find gainful employment, and a Psychotherapist. Scott also works with the WHY TRY organization as a National Training Consultant helping youth and others develop the social and emotional skills necessary to reach their goals. He enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors, and participating in sports.
Abigail Montoya
Abigail graduated from UVU with a Bachelor of Social Work and a minor in Autism Studies . She is pursuing her Masters of Social Work at The University of Utah. She has practical experience as a Registered Behavior Technician with ABS Kids and Sandstone Psychology. As a member of the United States Air Force since 2020 and a certified sexual assault advocate with The Refuge Utah, she brings a strong background in advocacy and service. Abigail chose ScenicView for its commitment to inclusive, impactful social services, aligning perfectly with her passion for supporting diverse communities and making a meaningful difference.
Tiana Ruell
Tiana graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. At ScenicView she works with businesses and community partners to create meaningful internship opportunities for ScenicView students. She chose ScenicView for its mission to empower neurodiverse young adults with the skills and confidence they need to succeed, which aligns with her passion for helping others grow both personally and professionally. Outside of work, Tiana enjoys cooking, gardening, watching TV shows with her husband, and snuggling with her two cats.
Aaron Ridenour, CMHC
Aaron has worked at ScenicView for over 18 years in various positions, including human service worker, case manager, educator, and therapist before managing the residential clinic . He enjoys working with both therapists and mentors on a daily basis to address the needs of students as they progress through the program. He organizes many of the clinical 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.
Deb Hamilton
Deb received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, from the University of Central Florida. Deb’s career in health care as a Registered Nurse includes varied nursing experiences such as School Nursing, Labor and Delivery, Hospice and Adolescent Residential treatment. Working as a Director of Nursing in several of these areas has given her insight into coordinating with families, providers, pharmacies and insurances.
After working in the Behavioral Health field for the past 15 years, Deb was well aware of the good work that happens at SVA. When the opportunity came, she was overjoyed to become a part of the team. Deb hopes to bring her strong skills and compassion to the students and families of SVA.
Laurel Smith, CSW
Laurel began working in the human services field in 2002 and has enjoyed it ever since. She began working direct care with intellectually disabled adults and has held various positions including program coordination and case management for the local mental health community agency. Laurel received her Bachelor Degree in Behavioral Science at Utah Valley University. She is a recent graduate of Utah State University and has her Master of Social Work degree. Laurel enjoys working with a variety of populations and has experience in working with individuals, couples and families. She connects with the person centered approach in therapy which aligns with the “Remember the One” mission and led her to pursuing this job opportunity at ScenicView. Laurel feels strongly about human rights and advocacy and enjoys all the time she can spend with her loved ones including her husband and fabulous dogs. Reading, gardening, being in nature, and live music are at the top of her list of things she enjoys.
Lisa Soto
Lisa Soto started at ScenicView Academy in August of 2023 as a LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse/Medical Skill Specialist. Lisa started her Nursing career as an LPN in 1998 when she graduated from Utah Valley University. She also attended Snow College and graduated with her Associate of Science. This is where she started all her prerequisites for the nursing program. As an LPN she worked at a residential treatment center for adolescents with mental disabilities like mood disorders, ADHD, and Autism. She also worked for Utah State Hospital with the severe mentally ill geriatric patients. She has a long history of working in the mental health profession. She has had experience working with neurodiverse people at her previous places of employment and she has really enjoyed it.
Sarah Heuser, CSW
Sarah Heuser is a CSW practicing in Provo, UT. She is an autistic and queer therapist specializing in autism and LGBTQIA+ issues. Sarah completed a bachelor of science in behavioral science with an emphasis in psychology at Utah Valley University and got her masters in social work at the University of Utah. Sarah worked for six years at ScenicView Academy helping students with government benefits. She returned to ScenicView Clinic upon finishing her master’s degree. Sarah interned for a total of sixteen months at Utah State Hospital first in a forensics unit, where she learned about trauma and psychosis. She then moved on to work in the children’s unit where she learned more about trauma and child therapy. Sarah will never claim to be an expert in anything, but she has lived and clinical experience with autism, the LGBTQIA+ community, and faith transitions. She has some clinical experience with psychosis and trauma, and will soon be trained in EMDR. She prefers a person-centered approach and utilizes components of ACT.