Leadership Team
Wyoming Behavioral Institute Leadership
Mike Phillips
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Phillips
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Phillips is dedicated to the success of everyone around him, and has a great passion for helping patients, their families and staff achieve their ambitions. Mike has accrued more than 25 years of healthcare management experience with a background in long-term and short-term acute care as well as inpatient post-acute care rehabilitation. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming in Laramie, and a master’s degree in management and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Mary in Bismarck, N.D. A Casper native, Mike has devoted his training and talent to building the healthcare delivery system for patients and families in Wyoming and neighboring states. He serves as the Vice President of the Wyoming Hospital Association Board of Directors and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He received a UHS 2023 Chairman’s Council Award in March 2024, presented to “individuals who inspire and build exceptional teams that are dedicated to advancing their facilities. Award winners lead their teams to strong financial performance, the highest level of patient satisfaction and improved patient outcomes.” Mike joined the WBI leadership team in January 2019.
Joseph Izzarelli
Chief Operations Officer
Joseph Izzarelli
Chief Operations Officer
Joseph Izzarelli is a Wyoming native and has been working collaboratively with Wyoming Behavioral Institute’s referral sources – including hospitals and community mental health centers – for many years. Joseph obtained a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and a master’s degree in social work from Walla Walla College in Montana. He began his career at Wyoming Behavioral Institute in 2001, working in the Intake Department as an intake/assessment coordinator. He was named the Director of Admissions in 2008. In 2018, Joseph was named Chief Operations Officer.
David Martorano, MD
Chief Medical Officer
David Martorano, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. David Martorano obtained his medical degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York and completed his residency in psychiatry at the University of California Neuropsychiatric Institute. Dr. Martorano is a second-generation psychiatrist raised near New York City.
Claire Bowles
Director of Clinical Services
Claire Bowles
Director of Clinical Services
Claire Bowles is a licensed professional counselor who obtained her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming and her master’s degree from Capella University with High Honors. Claire worked in outpatient settings for several years, before joining Wyoming Behavioral Institute’s adult inpatient therapy team in 2021. Claire’s practice included individual, group, and family therapy, and she specialized in the trauma-focused treatment of adolescents and combat veterans. Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, group therapy, client centered therapy, and Gestalt are among Claire’s areas of expertise, and she supports the use of the therapeutic alliance with patients to help with motivation for change.
Mandy Blajszczak
Chief Nursing Officer
Mandy Blajszczak
Chief Nursing Officer
Mandy Blajszczak obtained her associate’s degree in nursing from Casper College and her Bachelor’s in Nursing from the University of Wyoming. She completed her Master’s in Nursing Leadership and Management in 2019. Ms. Blajszczak began her career with Wyoming Behavioral Institute in 2005 as a registered nurse on the children’s unit. She is a proponent of trauma-informed care and evidence-based practice and strives to implement these into the care provided at WBI.
Michele Berens
Associate Administrator
Michele Berens
Associate Administrator
Michele Berens, M.B.A., is a Casper native graduating from Casper College and then receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Northern Arizona University in 1989. She began her career at WBI in 1990, as a Psychiatric Technician. She has grown through the ranks of the hospital progressing from Mental Health Worker to Lead Tech, to Lead Case Manager. In 1998, she took the position of Program Director for Adolescent Service and Staff Development Coordinator. In 2001, she was promoted to Director of Risk Management/Performance Improvement and Environment of Care. In 2008, Michele earned her Master of Business Administration from Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio. In 2012, she became a certified Service Excellence Trainer. In addition to her experience with WBI, Michele worked in Cody, WY for three years as a Family Preservation Specialist and Adolescent Group Home/Therapeutic Foster Care supervisor and counselor.
Willy Tophia
Admissions Director
Willy Tophia
Admissions Director
Willy Tophia, R.N., is a Wyoming native who has dedicated his professional career to the care of others, and particularly special populations. Willy works collaboratively with hospitals, mental health professionals, people in crisis and their families to facilitate timely access to inpatient and residential care at Wyoming Behavioral Institute. He began his career at WBI in 1994, caring for patients as a licensed professional nurse. In 1997, he moved into the intake department as an assessment coordinator, and in 2018, was named Admissions Director. Willy has been commended for his Service Excellence and his team also has gotten a Service Excellence Award.
Traci Blevins, LCSW, CTMH
Manager of Telemedicine and School-based Therapy
Traci Blevins, LCSW, CTMH
Traci Blevins, LCSW, obtained her bachelor’s and master social work degrees from the University of Wyoming. Traci is an adjunct faculty member at Casper College, where she teaches up-and-coming Social Workers. Traci was a part-time therapist at Wyoming Behavioral Institute before being named Director of Outpatient and Telemedicine. She directed Casper’s Youth Crisis Center for five years, after working as a therapist and program manager at Mercer Family Resource Center. Traci has extensive experience with clinical supervision, individual, family and group therapy, trauma-informed care and practice and is a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider. She will be developing WBI outpatient services in Casper and telehealth services statewide.
Heather Barton, MHA
Manager of Outpatient and Provider Services
Heather Barton, MHA
Heather completed her bachelor’s degree at the University of New Mexico in 2011, majoring in psychology with a minor in sociology. She went on to pursue a graduate degree and completed her master’s degree in healthcare administration with the University of Phoenix in 2016. In 2017, she moved to Casper, where she started her career with Wyoming Behavioral Institute. She has worked in several areas including the Business Office, Quality and Risk Management, court proceedings coordination and initiated the Support Services program for our providers. She has shown a great deal of enthusiasm, efficiency, and great ability to build teamwork and relationships across departments.
Haylee Maynard, LMFT
Assistant Clinical Services Director/Youth Services
Haylee Maynard, LMFT
Assistant Clinical Services Director/Youth Services
Haylee Maynard is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping youth and families create lasting change. Haylee has a master’s in counseling psychology from National University, and a master’s in science in war and psychiatry from King’s College London.
She has worked to support children, adolescents and families overcoming challenges relating to trauma, anxiety, depression, with the goal of building stronger, healthier communities. As the Assistant Director for Clinical Services, Youth, she oversees programs designed to address the complex needs of young people in crisis. Her work is driven by a commitment to ensuring that every child and family has access to the tools and support they need to thrive. As a therapist, Haylee uses evidenced based approaches, including DBT, CBT, IFS, tailoring each session to meet the unite needs for youth and their families. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where young people can thrive, and families can grow closer together.
Tammy Quinn
HR Director
Emily Genoff
Director of Business Development
Emily Genoff
Director of Business Development
Emily joined Wyoming Behavioral Institute’s business development team in 2006. She has extensive experience in community health assessment and planning, healthcare policy research and development, marketing, and journalism. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Wyoming, and a doctorate in organizational leadership and development/healthcare administration from Grand Canyon University. Emily works with referral sources in Wyoming and neighboring states, collaborating with them to promote access to mental health services.
Jessica Steward
Assistant Director of Business Development
Jessica Steward
Assistant Director of Business Development
Jessica Steward, a lifelong resident of Casper, Wyoming, brings extensive experience in healthcare and organizational leadership to her role as Assistant Director of Business Development at Wyoming Behavioral Institute. In 2008, she earned degrees in Radiological Sciences and Business Administration from Casper College. Over the next 14 years, Jessica served as an X-ray Technologist, specializing in interventional radiology to treat patients with chronic pain. In 2021, Jessica joined the University of Wyoming at Casper, advancing to Senior Program Coordinator. She led strategic management, operations, marketing, and fiscal planning in this role. She earned a Bachelor’s in Organizational Leadership in 2022, followed by a Master’s in Business Administration with a Certificate in Energy Management in 2023 from the University of Wyoming. In 2024, Jessica further demonstrated her commitment to improving access to specialty care services for communities across Wyoming by joining WBI’s leadership team. Drawing on her professional experience in healthcare, education, and business development, she is building bridges between WBI and the individuals who need care the most.
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