New Start Program

Joline graduated from WSTC in 2014. As a result of engaging with WSTC IOP Treatment, she went back to college, completed her Associates in Chemical Dependency Counseling, and now has the honor and privilege of giving back to the community that saved her life. She has the best job at WSTC, where she gets to work inside the Kitsap County Jail, and plant the seeds of recovery.

JOLINE WIPFF

New Start Counselor

Robin Sehmel was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. She has been a Chemical Dependency Professional Trainee since October 2012 and has been employed at West Sound Treatment Center since October 2016. Robin graduated from Tacoma Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Sciences and Chemical Dependency Degree.  She is currently enrolled at Brandman University working on her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.  Robin has been clean and sober since June 25, 2010. Robin has a passion and desire to assist others in overcoming life’s obstacles with addiction by restoring hope and improving lives. Robin is active in volunteer work in her community and believes that by paying forward the gift of restoration is the way to succeed in life.  

ROBIN SEHMEL

New Start Re-Entry Counselor

CORE Services
(Community Outreach and Recovery Education)

Crystal joined the team at WSTC in February of 2018. She’s a senior at the University of Washington and will receive her Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice in June of 2018. Crystal has a strong passion to help those who are in need, and help them make their way back in society, rather than the cycle of being in and out of jail. In her free time, Crystal enjoys hanging out with her two cats, being outdoors, watching movies and traveling.

crystal woods

CORE Services Case Manager

Amber Thompson is an Educational and Vocational Navigator with over 10+years of experience working directly with the public. Her academic background in Chemical Dependency, paired with her professional experience in the medical field as well as experience with co-occurring disorders, enable Amber to offer her clients with practical, strategic and exploratory tools for educational and vocational personal development. Amber specializes in working with people who are in need of extra guidance and people seeking to refine their role and personal impact. Prior to working with West Sound Treatment Center and Kitsap County Drug Court, Amber worked with a local Mental Health Agency, as well as held medical positions at centers in the Kitsap area. She believes in helping people navigate their evolution with confidence, intention and success. You need the clear goals, powerful branding and effective documentation that will get the job. I can help.

AMBER THOMPSON

Lead Vocational Navigator

External Programs

 
Rebecca M. Carr obtained a master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University in 2008. She has 8 years’ experience working with Adolescents and developed and implemented adolescent substance use disorder treatment at Cascade Recovery Center, Suquamish Wellness Center and Agape Unlimited. Ms. Carr received and had experience in the 2008-2009 Suquamish Drug Court for both youth and adults. Currently, Ms. Carr is involved with the Kitsap County Drug Court team, providing education and vocational services.
 

REBECCA CARR

Compass Vocational Navigator - Drug Court

Help us to continue our vision of Improving Lives and Restoring Hope through education and support services!