Admissions Team
Admissions Team
Todd Hockenbury
Admissions Director
Length of Service at Red Rock:
10 Years. I was the first employee hired at Red Rock Canyon School.
Prior Professional experience working with adolescents:
I worked for three years prior at Cinnamon Hills Youth Treatment Center. I also worked in a correctional facility for a year prior to that.
Area of expertise and personal interest:
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, and a Masters Degree in Addiction Psychology. I am also a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor.
About Me:
I have 7 children ranging from 18 - 2.
How does Red Rock positively impact our student's success?:
We help give the youth a voice. They learn proper coping skills and communication skills in a safe environment where they learn care and concern for the human soul
Amber Austin
Admissions
Length of Service at Red Rock:
7 Months.
Prior Professional experience working with adolescents:
10 years experience working with adolescents as the Admissions Director for a local psychiatric residential treatment center.
Area of expertise and personal interest:
Working with youth and with people in general.
About Me:
I have lived in the St. George area for the past 11 years though I am originally from the deep South in Louisiana. I am married to a wonderful man and have 3 children. I enjoy cooking, reading, fishing, bowling, home improvement projects, and I play a mean game of cribbage.
How does Red Rock positively impact our student's success?:
Red Rock has one of the strongest therapeutic programs that I have seen. Treatment is provided in an atmosphere that is caring and very family oriented. Red Rock does a wonderful job treating the whole child and not just the issues!
Mariah Pogue
Admissions
Length of Service at Red Rock:
I have been with the company for 8 years.
Prior Professional experience working with adolescents:
Counselor II in Division of Youth Corrections, for the state of Utah. I spent several years working in the Washington County School district as a para professional with children in the Special Education Program. I worked with adults with disabilities in an independent living setting. For the last few years I have worked with the National Child Nutrition Program to ensure our students health and well being.
Area of expertise and personal interest:
I received my degree in psychology and special education. I enjoy literature and working with children.
About Me:
I am a mother to two amazing daughters.
How does Red Rock positively impact our student's success?:
I believe that Red Rock teaches life skills and helps children learn to make good choices. But I believe there are deeper seeds planted than just that. I know we help shape futures. The positive impact of our program may not come to fruition until these teens are in adulthood. I know that our students are better employees, better citizens and better parents because of what we do.
Cristy's Story Cristy shares her experiences before seeking help at Red Rock Canyon School. She also discusses how she was able to overcome her struggles to complete the program and use what she had learned to be successful afterward.
Red Rock Canyon School Equine Program
This video highlights Red Rock Canyon School's equine program led by Mike Randall. Mike explains how the students benefit from being able to work with these animals.
Red Rock Canyon School Recreational Program
This video highlights Red Rock's recreational activities led by it's recreation coordinator, Cedric Colby.
Red Rock Canyon School Recording Studio
This video highlights Red Rock's music recording activities led by it's producer, Alan Shalby.
Important Topic On Teens
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is provided to help the students gain insight into their behavior and gives them an opportunity to establish a trusting relationship with their counselor.
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Substance Abuse Counseling
Substance abuse counseling opportunities are offered three to four times a week for those students with addiction problems.
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Family Therapy
Family therapy is available to visiting families on a quarterly basis, as well as being an integral part of the Family Weekend Program.
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