Meet our Staff | Oregon & Washington State Recovery Center

Clinical Team The clinical staff at Free by the Sea is comprised of highly skilled professionals with a combination of over a century of experience in the field of addiction rehabilitation and mental health. We practice an evidence-based approach built on the tried-and-true 12-step recovery model. Clients are treated with compassion, respect, and understanding at all times.

Rather than focus solely on the client’s addictive behavior, our counseling programs are designed to promote healing of the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. This integrated approach allows us to effectively address the addiction while exploring and healing other aspects of life that may have been sacrificed for the addictive behavior. When we heal the whole person, the client is better equipped to return home with the strength they need to pursue a life free from addiction. We limit the number of clients under our care to ensure each person receives the time and attention he or she needs along their journey to recovery. By maintaining a low client-to-counselor ratio, the quality of our service and strength of treatment outcomes are consistently outstanding.

Dr. Richard Crabbe

Dr. Richard Crabbe joined our team in 2019 as our psychiatrist and medical director. He attended the University of Ghana Medical School where he became a Medical Doctor in 1977. From 1978 through 1984, he was a medical officer in the Ghana Navy and provided a variety of services from general medicine to surgeries. Dr. Crabbe’s vast education includes studies in England, New York, and Nebraska. He received his Certificate in General Psychology from the American Board of Psychology and Neurology in 2002. Dr. Crabbe is married with two children and enjoys music, reading and chi gong ( an ancient Chinese exercise and healing technique).

Jan Kaschmitter, LMHC

Jan Kaschmitter has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2001. She has been an Approved Clinical Supervisor and clinical department manager in previous positions prior to coming to Free by the Sea where she is currently the Mental Health Clinical Supervisor. Jan has experience with individual, family, and couples counseling with specialized training in addictions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, and anger management. She is currently working on credentialing as a gambling counselor. Jan has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Eastern Washington University and prefers to work in a co-occurring setting.

Robyn Marty, SUDP

Robyn is a SUDP in addiction in the state of Washington, and a CADC II in addiction in Oregon. She has thirty plus years in drug counseling, and case management. Robyn obtained her masters of science in mental health counseling in 2021. She is currently enrolled in a Doctorate program in organizational leadership with an emphasis in Ministries.

Sarah Crosby, Billing Manager & Corporate Compliance Officer

Sarah and her family relocated to the PNW six years ago from the scorching hot desert of Tucson, Arizona. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona and is currently working on her Masters in Psychology at Purdue. Sarah, along with her husband and children, are huge animal lovers. They have a total of nine animals: six dogs and three cats. Since joining the Free by the Sea family, she has served in multiple roles, such as SUDPt, Corporate Compliance Officer, Billing Manager, and Utilization Reviewer. She has a total of 19 years of experience in Account Management and understands the legalities associated with Insurance and Compliance. On her days away from FBTS, she enjoys hiking, traveling, and exploring the wonders of the PNW.

Jennie Fox, Clinical Director-SUDP

Jennie has been with Free by the Sea since April of 2013. She started with the company as a treatment assistant and moved through the ranks of treatment assistant supervisor, med room supervisor, admissions, and found her calling as a counselor. When Free by the Sea expanded their program to include partial hospitalization, Jennie was tasked with creating the PHP program and has since flourished in the growth of this program. Jennie currently has an Associates Degree in Human Services with Chemical Dependency from Grays Harbor Community College. Jennie has been a team player through it all and loves being a part of the process in helping people change their lives.

Ken Gerow, SUDP

Ken has been at Free by the Sea since June 2020, working with clients as a SUDP-T. Ken recently earned degrees in Human Services and Chemical Dependency from Grays Harbor College. He has been married for 35 years and has 3 sons. Ken describes his recent career change as one of the most positive events in his life.

Ronnie Rucker, Jr., SUDPT

Ronnie is currently enrolled in Grays Harbor College, working on completing his degree in Human Services/Chemical Dependency. Ronnie has 19 years working for the Washington Department of Corrections with training and experience in crisis intervention and dealing with adults with mental health and behavioral challenges. Ronnie was part of a team that designed and implemented the first WA State Incarcerated Veterans program where incarcerated veterans lived in the same unit and received assistance with issues relating specifically to veterans. He was able to see a direct correlation between substance use disorders and incarceration which fuels his professional goals of continued education in suicide prevention and PTSD related issues in substance use disorder treatment.

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Lisa Butler, SUDP

Lisa has been with Free by the Sea since July 2019. Lisa began her career in the recovery field in 2014 where she started as a Recovery Technician on the graveyard shift. Lisa worked her way up to Medication Lead and to Admissions Coordinator. Lisa received her SUDPT training certificate in 2018, started her education at Grays Harbor College in 2019 and obtained her SUDP in March 2023. Lisa will receive her degree in Human Services and Chemical Dependency in Spring 2022 and plans to begin her bachelor’s program in Organizational Management. Lisa has been married for 25 years and is happy to report that both she and her husband have been sober since 2011. “Nothing brings me more joy than seeing our clients take the steps in recovery to maintain a happy, healthy and substance free life.”

Krysti Nelson, Admissions Director

Krysti joined our team in 2018 as a cook. She continued to challenge herself by taking on different roles such as Treatment Assistant, Admissions Specialist, and even threw in some driving at times. She is currently our Admissions Director and Transportation Supervisor. Krysti is passionate about working in the addiction recovery field and feels honored to assist clients in receiving the treatment they truly deserve.

Kurt Hanson, SUDPT

Kurt is currently enrolled at Grays Harbor College working towards his Associates Degree in substance abuse counseling. Kurt has been with Free by the Sea since February 2022 and is a SUDPT in Washington State. Kurt aspires to work toward his Bachelor’s Degree in the future. Kurt’s passion for recovery and drive to help others to achieve substance free lives is notable around Free by the Sea by both staff and clients. Kurt can often be heard telling the clients “God, I love Recovery”!

Sabrina Coffin, Certified Health & Life Coach, Certified Yoga Instructor, Certified Sound Healer

Sabrina received her certification as a Health & Life Coach in January of 2018. She offers a holistic approach to recovery by encouraging others to learn to tap into their own body wisdom and begin to practice self-care in a way that can potentially be truly transformational. Sabrina often speaks about approaching life’s many pivotal moments with curiosity, rather than judgement and shame. She encourages others to learn to love and nurture themselves, perhaps for the first time. As a Certified Yoga instructor, Sabrina understands the beauty of finding peace and support on the yoga mat. She encourages all to try yoga as a way to release anxiety, breathe deeply, move freely and be open to the many possibilities that open up as a result of saying “yes” to recovery. Sabrina holds weekly Sound Baths as a way to move energy within the body and hopefully let go of stress, anxiety and worries while entering into a meditative state.

Brian Taylor, SUDP

Brian has worked in a variety of healthcare settings, including geriatrics, addiction treatment centers, and hospitals, over the past 18 years. He has been working in the field of addiction since 2015. Brian studied chemical dependency at Lower Columbia College and earned his SUDP in 2020. In the future, he would like to continue his studies in mental health, focusing on personality and attachment disorders. During his off hours, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and children on the ranch, traveling, working on various projects, and researching his favorite subjects.

Landon Downing, Admissions Coordinator

Landon, an alumni of Free by the Sea, battled addiction for nine years before starting his recovery journey in 2015. This history gives him a deep understanding of both the individual and family members seeking treatment, as well as their experiences once they arrive at Free by the Sea. Landon joined the team in 2016 and has served in various roles since then. He now works in admissions, where he connects with prospective clients, provides resources, and helps new clients adjust to the program. His passion for helping others on their recovery journey is unparalleled. Outside of work, Landon, who has been married since 2019, enjoys time with his four daughters, two dogs, and loves getting away for vacations. He credits Free by the Sea as the foundation of his newfound love for life.

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