Our Story
The beginning of this decade was crazy, wasn't it? It sure seemed that way to us.
And it spilled into many areas of our lives. Like it did for many people.
But the gift that grew out of that difficult time was friendship and a shared vision.
A vision, that in tough times, we can come together and, in our shared humanity,
tackle the really hard stuff. That regardless of our personal stories and viewpoints,
we can listen to one another and find common ground. That no one should be alone
in their suffering. And that when you come together, and focus on healing,
not only do you begin to heal, but you grow bigger in the heart.
And maybe, just maybe, if we dare boldly, we will inspire others to take
that same leap and find courage to seek their own healing.
This is our story and our hope for you and our community.
Our Mission
To champion the well-being of individuals through cultivating meaningful connections, diverse therapies, and accessible community programs.
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Rogue Healing Collective is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Meet The Team
Mariarose Shanahe
Therapist · MSW, LCSW
Playful · Supportive · Perceptive
Supporting Clients 5 yrs old+
Lalena Leigh
Therapist · BSN, RN, QMHP-R
Hopeful · Tenacious · Compassionate
Supporting Clients 12 yrs old+
Janell Kittleson
Executive Director
Family Support Specialist
Passionate · Resourceful · Determined
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Board of Directors
Rose Huitt
Board Secretary
Rose joined Rogue Healing Collective as Board Secretary because she believes a healthy community benefits all. She is a lifelong Oregonian and moved to Grants Pass in 2021 with her husband and two children.
The three things that matter most to Rose are family, community, and plants. Rose works as an herbalist at The Herb Shop in Grants Pass, owns a digital marketing business where she helps small business owners manage their online presence and she co-facilitates InnerShine, an annual women’s wellness retreat held near Mt. Lassen.
Rose feels lucky to have found this group who are as passionate about helping their community as much as she is. The feeling is mutual.
Scott Leigh
Board Treasurer
Scott volunteers his time as Board Treasurer as his way to give back to his community. He noticed a growing need for additional counseling services in the Rogue Valley and supports his wife's mission as a founding member of Rogue Healing Collective.
Scott has been employed by the state of Alaska as a Civil Engineer since 1994. He and his family moved to Southern Oregon in 2020. He enjoys riding his motorcycle & bicycle, traveling and spending time with family.
In preparing to open the doors of Rogue Healing Collective to the community, Scott rolled up his sleeves and helped with any task thrown his way. Thank you, Scott.