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Our Staff

Who We Are

Kitrina Tamminga, LPCC

Founder, CEO

Kitrina Tamminga is the Founder, CEO, and Clinical Director of Knew Creations. She is an independently licensed therapist in New Mexico and Colorado with a passion for helping individuals experience healing, growth, and restoration. Kitrina utilizes a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Sand Tray, and Polyvagal-informed therapies to support each client’s unique therapeutic process.

Kitrina is a person of faith who loves incorporating the Word of God into her work and believes that faith can be a powerful source of hope, healing, and transformation. As the founder and leader of Knew Creations, she is committed to creating an environment where individuals are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect while receiving quality behavioral health care. Her heart is to meet people where they are, walk alongside them through difficult seasons, and help them discover hope, healing, and lasting change.

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Josh Tamminga 

Owner, CCSS Worker

Joshua Tamminga is an owner and Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) Community Support Worker with Knew Creations Christian Counseling. He is committed to helping individuals overcome barriers, develop practical life skills, connect with community resources, and work toward greater independence and stability. Joshua uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach to support clients in identifying their needs, building natural supports, and achieving their individualized recovery and resiliency goals.

As an owner of Knew Creations, Joshua shares in the organization’s commitment to providing compassionate, accessible, and respectful behavioral health services. He values meeting individuals where they are and helping them recognize their strengths and potential for growth. Joshua also supports the Christian foundation of Knew Creations and strives to serve each individual with compassion, dignity, integrity, and hope while respecting each client’s personal beliefs and choices.

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Ann B. Campbell, LMHC

Ann brings a lifetime of wisdom and compassion to her counseling practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She offers a unique blend of professional expertise and life experiences as a mother, grandmother, and former business leader.

With a foundation in traditional and innovative therapeutic approaches, Ann provides person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy, incorporating specialized techniques like Adlerian Sand Tray and Play Therapy. Boaz, her certified therapy dog, often joins sessions, adding extra client comfort and support.

Her experience includes facilitating Rachel's Vineyard retreats and working with diverse therapeutic methods like MRT and Mapps. As a devoted Catholic counselor, she integrates faith-based support for those who seek it while warmly welcoming clients of all backgrounds and beliefs. 

Marcie Loudermilk, LMHC

Marcie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM), and practices with a person-centered approach.

 

Marcie offers a safe place to guide you through an honest path to understanding and achieving balance in life to your full potential. Marcie does not incorporate biblical beliefs into her sessions but upholds a very high respect for God and will pray with and for you. 

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Phyllis Sandoval, LMHC

Phyllis is a dedicated Christian and is excited to bring healing in the therapeutic setting. She is passionate about serving the most vulnerable populations. 

Phyllis is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for healing. Her approach emphasizes building a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients, enabling them to develop essential coping skills and cognitive techniques. She utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Sand Tray, and Polyvagal Therapies to assist in the therapeutic process.

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Joey Peeples, CCSS Worker

Joey is a CCSS Community Support Worker with Knew Creations Christian Counseling. With four years of experience as a Case Manager in the Alternative Sentencing Division working with DWI clients, Joey brings compassion, understanding, and a strong commitment to helping individuals overcome barriers and create positive change.

Joey is currently pursuing an Associate degree in Substance Abuse with the goal of becoming a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA). Outside of work, he is family-centered and enjoys Scrabble, spending time with loved ones, and being the grill master at a good barbecue.

Joey brings dedication, authenticity, humor, and heart to the people around him.

Shelby Daniele-Coley, LAMFT

Shelby is a Marriage and Family Therapy Therapist dedicated to helping clients strengthen communication and build meaningful, healthy relationships. She guides individuals in understanding how their key relationships have shaped who they are today. With valuable experience in foster care and residential treatment settings, she brings deep insight into trauma-informed care and healing.

 

As a Christian counselor, she integrates her faith into her practice while maintaining a compassionate understanding of life's challenges, including seasons of doubt and spiritual questioning. She walks alongside her clients with empathy and professional guidance as they navigate their personal growth journeys.

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James Shorty, LMHC

James is a licensed mental health counselor who is dedicated to helping individuals who may be seeking guidance and companionship. James also specializes in substance abuse and addiction counseling and is committed to being supportive, understanding, and creating appropriate rapport with anyone. 

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He has a passion for recovery and wellness.  He utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Sand Tray, and Polyvagal Therapies to assist in the therapeutic process.

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Angelica Whitaker, LSAA

Angelica Whitaker is a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate who specializes in supporting adults in substance use recovery. She earned her Associate of Human Services degree from San Juan College with a focus in substance abuse. Angelica uses a blend of CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, DBT, and Psychodynamic approaches to help clients build coping skills, strengthen self-awareness, and create meaningful change. She facilitates IOP groups for adults and provides a collaborative, supportive space for growth. Outside of work, Angelica enjoys hiking, camping, being in the mountains, and chasing waterfalls. She is guided by her faith and loves Jesus, which shapes the compassion and hope she brings to her work. 

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Casey Whitaker, CCSS 

Casey Whitaker is a Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) Community Support Worker with Knew Creations Christian Counseling. Casey has a heart for helping people navigate life's challenges and move toward greater independence, stability, and confidence. As a Case Manager/Care Coordinator and CCSS worker, he enjoys working alongside individuals in their everyday environments, helping them connect with resources, develop practical life skills, strengthen their support systems, and take meaningful steps toward their personal goals.

Casey believes that people often need someone who will meet them where they are, listen without judgment, and help them recognize the strengths they already possess. His approach is down-to-earth, encouraging, and focused on building genuine relationships with the individuals he serves. As part of the Knew Creations team, Casey is committed to treating every person with dignity, compassion, and respect while helping them build hope for their future.

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Kathy Vigil, CCSS

Kathy Vigil is a CCSS Community Support Worker with Knew Creations Christian Counseling, bringing more than 31 years of caregiving experience in elderly care to her work. Her many years of serving others have developed a deep sense of compassion, patience, and dedication to supporting individuals through challenging seasons of life.

Kathy now brings that same heart for service to the fields of mental health and substance use recovery, helping individuals build skills, overcome barriers, and grow toward greater stability and independence. She is passionate about meeting people where they are and providing encouragement, dignity, and compassionate support during their time of need.

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Jamie Welch, CCSS Worker

Jamie is a joyful and compassionate CCSS Community Support Worker with Knew Creations Christian Counseling who is passionate about helping individuals build the skills and confidence needed to become more independent and successful. Jamie believes in meeting each person where they are, recognizing their strengths, and providing encouragement and practical support as they work toward positive change.

Most importantly, Jamie values the opportunity to serve others in Jesus’ name, speaking truth, hope, and life over the individuals she supports. She strives to create meaningful connections and help each person recognize their God-given worth, strengths, and potential while walking alongside them on their journey toward growth and stability.

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Stephen Duran, LSAA

Stephen Duran is a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA) with an Associate Degree in Human Services, specializing in Substance Abuse, from San Juan College. Born in Farmington, New Mexico, Stephen returned home in 2019 and is passionate about helping individuals overcome substance use challenges. Drawing from his own
experiences with addiction and recovery, he facilitates an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) group using CBT, DBT, the Matrix Model, Motivational Interviewing, and faith-based
principles. Stephen believes every persons recovery journey is unique and values a person-centered approach that meets each client where they are. He is grateful for those whosupported him throughout his own recovery and believes God has given him a purpose to help others discover hope, healing, and the beauty of a life in recovery. Outside of the office, he enjoys the mountains, camping, four-wheeling, fishing, hiking, and spending time with loved ones.

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Terrie Coberly, LADAC

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