Stephanie Pierce
Stephanie Pierce, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Tame Wellness in Grand County, brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to her role. Armed with a B.S. in Correctional Program Support Services, with a specialization in chemical dependency, Stephanie offers unwavering support to individuals grappling with addictive and criminal behaviors.
Since 2021, Stephanie has tirelessly devoted herself to assisting those navigating impulsive behaviors and substance abuse rooted in past trauma. Her journey from a 16-year struggle with meth addiction to nearly seven years of sobriety fuels her dedication to helping others reclaim their lives.
Having experienced homelessness and the throes of IV drug addiction firsthand, Stephanie intimately understands the complexities of recovery. Now, she channels her passion into empowering others to cultivate hobbies and rebuild positive lifestyles.
For Stephanie, Tame Wellness is more than an organization—it’s a heartfelt mission. She believes in the transformative power of nature and strives to facilitate connections between individuals and the natural world, knowing that therein lies the path to healing and fulfillment.
Stand Firm CrossFit – Cal and Tami Cherrington
CrossFit is a blend of gymnastics, weightlifting, and mono-structural endurance, it does not specialize. It will never plateau. It is fun, creative, and, most importantly, it works. It will teach you how to do common things uncommonly well, while developing a base of strength and stamina on which you can build an active lifestyle. CrossFit started as a maverick gym in Santa Cruz, California in 1998. The founder, Greg Glassman posted his short, intense workouts on a blog every day (the “workout of the day” or, WOD) and encouraged his readers – mostly garage-gym enthusiasts to post their results and comments. CrossFit.com workouts are still posted daily, free for everyone, and followed religiously by many. The method attracts a lot of media attention (including many detractors) primarily because most workouts are only 10-15 minutes long, yet yield amazing fitness results in a short period of time. CrossFit delivers a fitness that is, by design, broad, general, and inclusive. CrossFit’s specialty is not specializing. Daily life, like many sports and professions, (and even combat) requires broad levels of fitness. CrossFit’s program is designed for universal scalability making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of experience. You do NOT need to be ‘in-shape’ to begin CrossFit. ”The needs of Olympic athletes and our grandparents differ by degree not kind.” – Greg Glassman. CrossFit workouts are comprised of functional movements – we squat, jump, run, throw and lift – and are constantly varied (workouts change every day) and are executed at high intensity. You’ll work hard, though not long, and you’ll achieve a level of fitness you never thought possible – no matter your fitness experience or athletic background. CrossFit works for EVERYbody! Stand Firm CrossFit has been in Granby for the past 11 years, seeking to help people get better every day.
Sharon Waggoner
Sharon Waggoner has worked for Middle Park Health as a certified medical assistant for over twelve years. After moving to Grand County in 1997, she has worked at the Granby Medical Center, Timberline Family Practice, and Alpine Physical Therapy. She takes care of her patients, “the same as my own family.” She was fortunate enough to be part of two medical mission trips to Nicaragua and has taught Sunday School for a few years. She enjoys swimming, taking care of her many plants, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Lisa Ansell
Lisa Ansell has been in private practice since 2015, offering in-person and online counseling services accepting insurance (verification of eligibility before meeting is required), Employee Assistance, and a Sliding Fee Scale for services. Her education includes a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, an Ed.D. in Community Care and Counseling: Traumatology, and a master’s degree in Professional Counseling. Within her practice, she specializes in posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and also provides counseling services for depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, loss, and relationship issues. Lisa is also a Certified Brain Injury Specialist and works with interpersonal relationship skill reintegration for clients who have mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI). One of Lisa’s passions is advocating for people with invisible disabilities, advocating for more awareness and training for counselors and counselor educators to include working with people with disabilities in the multicultural diversity training and continuing education. She believes that counseling should not have preventable barriers and that we should overcome our obstacles, not be overcome by them.
Kristen Davidson
“My name is Kristin and I’m a Domestic Violence and Sex Assault Advocate for Grand County. I have two awesome children and I have been married to my best friend for 7 years. When I moved here in 2010, I left the suburbs of Chicago with the father of my children for a fresh start. My relationship with my ex was very volatile before we moved and became even more so after the cross-country move. I was isolated, depressed, and constantly worried about the future for me and my children. My relationship came to an explosive end that involved the police. I lost my housing due to violence, my other source of childcare, and what I had left of my sanity. It was through the intervention of Grand County Advocates that I was able to break free. They provided me with shelter and support. With their assistance, I regained my independence and confidence. I was able to put my life back together. Since I made my way through the healing journey, I became very passionate in helping other victims of relationship violence. Even before I started working as an advocate, I was spreading the message that healing is possible and that, with planning, they too can be independent and free. Now I get to advocate for many more Grand County victims of violence. Many people say that my job is hard and I agree, but I love it dearly. Now I get to provide others with the same care that was given to me. I hope that I inspire others to go through the healing journey even though it is some of the hardest work they will ever do. I want them to know that they aren’t doing it alone; we are here for every step of the way. “