Philip Licht

Executive Director

Philip has a powerful testimony and passion to see others set free from addictions. He was ordained as a minister in 2005 and has spent the last 11 years helping others. He is skilled at establishing relational networks, building infrastructure, and developing systems that facilitate agency growth, community involvement, and personal freedom. In 2008, he became the Executive Director of Set Free Alaska and has been instrumental in its formation and current success.

As a statewide leader, Philip serves in a leadership capacity for several organizations. He is the Board Chair for the Governor’s Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. Philip serves as a steering committee member for ROCK Mat-Su (an effort to increase family resilience and decrease child maltreatment), and Recover Alaska (a statewide initiative to end the devastating impact of excessive alcohol use. He was recognized by Governor Sean Parnell as one of the “Great Alaskans” of 2012 for his work in the substance abuse field. He enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with his wife Cheryl and their five children; Brayden, Evan, Kaelin, Nathan, and Anna.

Daniel Davis PsyD, MAC

Clinical Director

Daniel received his Doctorate in Counseling Psychology at Alaska Pacific University (APU) in 2017.  He also attended APU to acquire his Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.  Daniel has numerous years of experience managing a co-occurring and residential substance abuse program within the Alaska department of corrections system.  He also has years of experience working with the severely mentally disabled and homeless population in Anchorage.

His passion is to help people who feel they are alone and have little to no resources for help.  Daniel interacts with each client not as the expert, but instead as a guiding partner on the often very difficult path towards healing and life. 

Julia Luey

Program Manager-Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient

Julia holds a Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor certification, National Certified Addiction Counselor I and has been in the field for the last 10 years. She is Alaska born and bred and a mother of two rambunctious kiddos. Julia continues to work in this field because of the successful stories she has been able to witness over the years, helping people recognize their worth and seeing them become empowered through unimaginable obstacles is what keeps her devoted and committed to this field.

Rodney Bettis CDC1

Counselor

Rodney works as a counselor in our Men’s program with a desire to help those struggling with addiction. Because of his experience with youth he is looking forward to being involved with our Teen Program at some point. Rodney was born and raised in the Mat-Su Valley, and is a graduate of Palmer High School. After obtaining a degree in Human Resources/Human Services from Valley City State University he spent 8 years working in adult corrections in ND and WA. He returned to Alaska in 2007 and spent the next 9 years as a Juvenile Justice Officer working in a treatment center for troubled youth.

Holly Hoff, BS,MA

Clinician

Holly has a desire to walk alongside and build up those who are struggling so they may heal and grow to their full potential as a child of God.  Holly is a longtime resident of Alaska, and has been married for 29 years with three grown children and six grandchildren.  She enjoys playing the piano and camping and has a love for dogs.  Holly has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Christian Counseling emphasis and a Master of Arts in Licensed Professional Counseling.

Brandy Tolosa, BS

Clinician

Brandy has a desire to care for people both clinically and holistically.  She believes in healing the body, mind and spirit for those struggling with addiction.  She has a BA in Behavioral Science, MS in Mental Health Counseling; and a certification in Theories in Addictive Behavior.  Brandy previously worked as a massage therapist for 15 years before transitioning in to counseling.  Brandy has the desire to follow where God leads her and feels honored to be in a place to walk with clients in their struggle.

Shawn Culp

Counselor

Shawn began working for Ser Free Alaska in June of 2017 as a Substance Abuse Counselor.  Shawn has a heart to see Alaskan’s experience healing and freedom from addiction, and has worked in this field since 2013.  He is married with three children and enjoys playing the guitar, raising animals on his mini farm, and being active in his local church.

Alli Madison, BA

Counselor I

Alli was born and raised in Seattle, WA and moved to Alaska in 2011 to pursue a full-ride athletic scholarship.  She received her BA in psychology at the University of Alaska Anchorage, and is currently working on her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health counseling.  She enjoys working out daily. Spin Class, HIIT workouts, and hot yoga are some of her favorites.  She also enjoys spending time with her fiancé and their amazing French bulldog Kratos.  She continues to work in the field of counseling and enjoys witnessing and being a part of the life changing experience treatment can provide. She loves watching a person’s confidence, self-awareness, and overall life turn a complete180. It just warms her heart.

Chris Hassen

Counselor

Chris has as strong desire to see healing from addiction in our community. Because she has been touched by substance abuse in her own life, she wants to see others set free. Chris has lived in the Valley since 2000, and has spent 11 years working in the social service field as well as working with individuals with mental health needs and disabilities. Chris was also contracted by the Department of Public Assistance to help individuals with substance abuse in the prisons and in the Mat Su Valley community. She holds a degree in Human Services and has a certificate as a Chemical Technician.

Izaak Downing

Counselor

Izaak and his family moved to Alaska in 2017 from Eugen Oregon where he was the Dean of Students at a Christian College.  Izaak has a passion to see individuals set free from their addictions. Because of his past substance abuse issues, he understands how difficult it can be to find sobriety. Izaak graduated from New Hope Christian College in 2014 with a bachelor of science degree, and is also licensed minister.

Joy Stein

Finance and Operations Director

Joy has worked in the accounting field since 1983; and obtained her Bachelors in Business with an Emphasis in Accounting from the University of Phoenix in 2014.  Throughout her career, Joy has worked in all aspects of accounting including the positions of Comptroller for many privately owned companies serving customers in engineering, construction and delivery services.  Joy most recently worked as the Finance Officer for the North Pacific Fishery Management Council since 2014.  Joy and her husband Tom have also facilitated personal finance and budgeting training through Financial Peace University for the last eleven years.  Her passion is to see the captives set free so they can enter into their God given destiny and thrive!

Sherry Hill

Development Director

Sherry is committed to Set Free Alaska by supporting the agency’s donor management and marketing efforts. Sherry has over thirty years’ experience in the telecommunications industry where she gained experience in both Project Management and Marketing, with proven managerial and leadership abilities. Sherry is currently married with two children and a grandson. Her Christian faith and life experiences have led to her deep seeded passion for the broken-hearted and her overall commitment to Set Free Alaska.

Lisa Hilty

Office Manager

Lisa is a dynamic leader who has extensive experience in administration and office management.  Lisa’s carries the spirit of excellence that Set Free holds as a core value.  She is skilled at process improvement and is incredibly innovative in her problem solving abilities.  As well as being a manager, Lisa has been married for twenty seven years and has four children. Lisa has a heart to see people’s lives change and move forward in victory.

Heather Archer, CDC II, BHC II, NCAC I

Clinical QA and Compliance Manager

Heather is a lifelong Alaskan and mother of three, who has a gleaming sense of humor and positive attitude. She is a certified and experienced Chemical Dependency/Behavioral Health Counselor, which gives her the clinical knowledge to provide quality assurance oversight for the clinical team.  She has over 20 years of combined work, experience and education in the field of human services and over five years of administration.  Heather’s organizational skills and attention to detail have helped her move well into the role of QA and Compliance Manager, overseeing Set Free Alaska’s Integrity Program.

Cassi Sheppard

Administrative Assistant

Cassi went to school for accounting where she obtained certificates in Bookkeeping, Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. She was also the Vice President of the Student Government Association at her school. Cassi has over 6 years’ experience in the customer service field and enjoys working with a diverse group of people. In her spare time she pursues photography and is slowly building recognition in the field having two of her photos published. Cassi enjoys working on her jeep and would like to begin restoring jeeps as well.

Tabitha Hotchkiss

Receptionist

Tabitha carries a heart for the broken and creates an atmosphere for our clients that is both warm and welcoming.  Her expectational skills with details and organization make her a perfect fit for our agency.  Tabitha strives to create an experience for clients of providing excellent service which is one of our core values.

Nancy Ramos

Receptionist

Nancy loves helping our new clients through the admissions process, and to continually see the healing and growth through their journey. Nancy moved to Alaska in 2006 from Springfield Missouri; and is married with three beautiful children.  Nancy carries with her our vision of all Alaskans experiencing God’s love and freedom from addiction.

Kim May

Accounting Assistant

Kim was born and raised in Malaysia.  She married her husband Gary in 2004 and became a United States citizen in 2010.  Kim is currently working on her BS in Accounting with Liberty University online classes.  Kim most recently worked as QA & Billing Coordinator for Youth Advocates of Sitka since 2010. Her passion is to serve God, to see every Alaskan experiencing Christ’s love, being set free from addiction and having a victorious life.