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ABOUT CROSSINGS HEALTH

JODIE R MENISH, MSW, LCSW

Crossings Health was founded by Jodie Menish, a seasoned therapist who specializes in a number of intensive treatment types, including: Brainspotting, The Gottman Method, The Safe and Sound Protocol, and HeartMath. 

Jodie Menish

HEAR FROM JODIE

If you seek my assistance, my hope for you is that you feel heard, accepted and understood in a space that is free of judgement. As you deal with the most painful feelings of your lifetime and the hardest circumstances you’ve ever experienced, kindness and compassion are a winning solution. You can be assured that I will see you and I will hear you. 

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR SERVICES

BRAINSPOTTING

A therapeutic technique designed to help individuals access, process, and overcome trauma, emotional and mental health issues by identifying and focusing on specific eye positions that correlate with neurological and emotional experiences.

THE GOTTMAN METHOD

An evidence-based approach to couples therapy that focuses on enhancing relationship health by addressing conflict resolution, fostering intimacy, and developing a deeper understanding of each other's needs.

THE SAFE & SOUND PROTOCOL

A therapeutic intervention developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, designed to reduce stress and auditory sensitivity while enhancing social engagement and emotional regulation through a listening-based, neuroscientifically grounded approach.

HEARTMATH

A transformative approach to stress reduction and emotional well-being, harnessing heart coherence to enhance focus and resilience. This method fosters a harmonious heart-mind balance, guiding you towards inner peace and peak performance.

MEETING OPTIONS

CHOOSE THE OPTION THAT WORKS FOR YOU 

We offer a hybrid of in-person and telehealth visits. This allows for the experience of face to face meetings, along with the convenience of telehealth. Our office environment is really quiet, private and pleasant. We’re sure that you will enjoy the gorgeous sunsets, mature trees, mountain views and a slice of Cook Inlet as a part of the office setting. 

We also incorporate telehealth as a treatment option. We have found that it works just as well and is as effective as in-person. This offers you convenience when your schedule just doesn’t allow a trip to an office or maybe you are feeling a bit under the weather. The treatment setting varies week to week, as our schedule builds. We look forward to seeing you at the office or via Zoom. We are certain that you will benefit from both. 

Therapy Session with Jodie
Jodie at her desk

professional experience

WHY CHOOSE CROSSINGS HEALTH

Jodie Menish began her social work education in 1984 at the University of Kentucky, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work in 1986 and an MSW, focusing on mental health, in 1988. She gained her clinical license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 1992 after four years of specialized training, enabling her to practice independently in a mental health setting. Jodie then pursued a variety of clinical and administrative roles, culminating in the establishment of Crossings Health in 1998. 

BASW, University of Kentucky, 1986 • MSW, University of Kentucky, 1988 • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of KY, 1992

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of Florida, 1995  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of Alaska, 2019 

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ENDORSEMENTS

WHAT OTHER PROFESSIONALS SAY

Mercy Dennis, LMFT

"I find Jodie’s advanced clinical training and knowledge of Gottman Method Couples Therapy gives her a well-informed foundation for helping couples sort through their various stages of disharmony. She is an honour to our profession."

Marriage & Family Therapist

Heidi Donovan, PhD

"Jodie is an exceptional therapist with a passion for helping people get through some of life’s greatest challenges. Her knowledge, skills, kind heart, loving honesty, and high sense of ethics make her great at her job."

Psychologist

Ann Stockman, PhD

"Jodie is a skilled, experienced practitioner with individuals and couples. Her specialised brain spotting training is especially useful for people with trauma."

Psychologist

Joel Wieman, PhD

"Last year after my long-time partner retired I was faced with looking for someone else who could fill his shoes. I’m so happy to have found Jodie to join my practice. I have referred more than ten of my existing clients to her for couples and individual therapy. All have been happy with the work she did with them, as well as the changes they made. I highly recommend her."

Psychologist

Amber Vial, LMFT

"Jodie brings intention, focus and warmth to her professional world and is someone I feel confident in referring clients to and consulting on cases with. I’m glad to have her on my own professional journey."

Marriage & Family Therapist

Heather Corbet, MOTR/L

"I highly recommend Jodie as a clinician, colleague, & collaborator. As a professional, Jodie’s breadth of knowledge extends to assist her colleagues through educational platforms. Jodie’s expertise in multiple areas including the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Mindful Co-regulation techniques, & Brainspotting supports her clients’ healing & progress in deep and meaningful ways. Jodie has admirable dedication & care to the profession."

Brainspotting Consultant and Specialty Trainer

ALASKA LIFE

MORE ABOUT JODIE

Living in Alaska has been one adventure after another. This Kentucky girl never thought she'd be camping all weekend, hiking serious verticals, seeing eagles on the regular, or touching Kings with her bare hands. But here I am! In the winter, we shred some runs at Alyeska, and for the rest of the year, we take our Arctic Fox out all over the state. Still hoping for a serious boondocking experience. Homer is my happy place, where my Kentucky roots show up, and I get to ride horses on the tidal flats, along with slay some Kings in Kachemak Bay. Hope you enjoy a glimpse into our good times. We make the most of every minute up here. Alaska is a special place for sure.