STAFF

Jamy Dahle, LCSW
Director of Counseling and Health Promotion Services
Jamy has been working in the mental health field at various levels for over 20 years. She provides brief therapy services for the Utah Tech campus community, and enjoys incorporating aspects of holistic wellness including breathwork, and self-care techniques. She recognizes young adulthood is an exciting time that presents itself with its own unique challenges that she helps students navigate, including adjustment to independent living, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, substance misuse, spiritual identity, LGBTQ+ and much more. She is actively engaged with the campus community providing presentations on mental health & suicide prevention to students, faculty and staff and has also served on numerous campus committees including Utah Tech University Staff Association President – Elect, Utah Women in Higher Education Board and is a 2023& 2024 recipient of Top 50 Women Leaders in Utah by Women We Admire.
Email: Jamy.Dahle@utahtech.edu

Carla Weaver, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner | Director of Medical Services and Health Promotion
Carla Weaver is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience, including a decade dedicated to Student Health at Utah Tech University. She specializes in urgent care and wound care, bringing deep expertise from her work in Urgent Care, Podiatry, and specialized Wound Management.
Carla holds a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). As Director of Medical Services and Health Promotion, she leads with a focus on compassionate care, clinical excellence, and wellness education for the campus community.
Email: Carla.Weaver@utahtech.edu

Staci Steed, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Staci Steed is a nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and more than a decade as a provider. A first-generation college graduate, Staci attended Utah Tech before continuing on to nursing school. Now, she’s proud to give back to the campus community by supporting students with compassionate, evidence-based mental health and wellness care. Her approach is collaborative, and she works to create a space where students feel safe, supported, and heard.
Outside of work, Staci loves Jeeping and getting “lost and stuck” in the wilderness, paddle boarding, hiking, and mountain biking. One of her big dreams is to hike the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada—and she’s a strong believer in chasing big, ridiculous goals.
Email: Staci.Steed@utahtech.edu

Callie Peacock, RN
Registered Nurse
Callie is a Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience, including more than eight years at the Booth Wellness Center at Utah Tech University. She provides care, education, and support to students with a range of health concerns, focusing on quality clinical care and a supportive environment. Outside of work, Callie enjoys traveling and hiking, exploring new places, and staying active.
Email: Callie.Peacock@utahtech.edu

Jenny Lee, Ph.D.
Staff Psychologist-Group Coordinator
Jenny brings a unique blend of expertise to university counseling, seamlessly integrating therapeutically applied role-playing games into her practice. With over 6 years of experience delivering therapy services tailored to college students’ needs, Jenny holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University. Her approach combines academic rigor with innovative therapeutic techniques, ensuring a holistic and effective support system for her clients.
Email: jenny.lee@utahtech.edu

Brandon Christensen, LCSW
Staff Therapist
Brandon specializes in mindfulness therapies aimed at fostering healthy interpersonal connections and effectively regulating emotions. Recognizing the profound impact of past traumas on present experiences, Brandon is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a trauma therapy method. With over two decades of experience as a therapist since 1999, Brandon earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Brigham Young University in 1995, followed by his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah in 1999.

Samantha Austin, MSW, LCSW
Staff Counselor
Samantha holds a Master’s of Social Work from the University of Utah and has three years of dedicated practice in the field. Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, she employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mind-Body Bridging techniques to facilitate healing. Samantha’s focus primarily lies in aiding adolescents and young adults grappling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. With experience from her time at LifeLaunch Centers, she adeptly leads Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) groups and imparts teachings on the Resilience Model.
Email: Samantha.Austin@utahtech.edu

Reagan Bottoms
Student Wellness and Prevention Coordinater
Reagan is a graduate of Utah Tech University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Community Health along with certifications in Health Communication and Gerontology. A St. George native, she is passionate about supporting students and embracing the beauty of Southern Utah.
At Utah Tech University, Reagan oversees a variety of campus wellness initiatives, including the Booth Wellness Center’s Week of Hope, Wellness Fair, and Decompress & Stress Less events. She also provides leadership and oversight for the Utah Tech University Healthy Trailblazer Coalition, supporting prevention initiatives and awareness related to mental health and substance use.
Reagan brings a strong foundation in public health to the Booth Wellness Center and is dedicated to promoting student well-being through education, prevention, and community engagement. She looks forward to continuing her education in community and public health while making a positive, lasting impact on those around her.
Email: reagan.bottoms@utahtech.edu

Sandra Taylor, csw
Staff Therapist
Sandra is a Mental Health Counselor and a proud alumna of Dixie State University, now Utah Tech University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology. She also holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Utah. Sandra is passionate about helping students build resilience, overcome challenges, and recognize their strengths. Her approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and the belief that every person has the capacity to grow, heal, and thrive.
Outside of work, Sandra enjoys spending time in nature, pursuing personal growth, and being intentional about becoming the best version of herself for her beautiful family. Watching sunrises and sunsets reminds her that, even after difficult days, new beginnings are always possible. Sandra is deeply grateful for the resilience of the human spirit and believes that people are capable of doing hard things, finding hope, and creating meaningful change in their lives.
Email: sandra.taylor@utahtech.edu

Melissa Larson
BWC Support Specialist
Melissa is a graduate of Utah Tech University, where she earned a Bachelors of Communication Studies with an emphasis in Human Communication. A St.George native, she is committed to building community and serving as a liaison between students and the greater Saint George area.
At Utah Tech University, Melissa Specializes in operations and administrative support at the Booth Wellness Center. She serves as a campus point of contact for the wellness center, working directly with center staff to implement outreach, plan events, continue interdepartmental collaboration, and keep the center up to date on all university rules and regulations.
Melissa brings strong organizational skills and a positive outlook to the booth wellness center team and understands that the growing needs of Utah Tech students come with unique challenges. She hopes to make a positive impact on everyone she meets, and she looks forward to building a stronger connection to the Utah Tech community through her work at the booth wellness center.
Email: melissa.larson@utahtech.edu