Richelle Gaines
Toddler Teacher
Richelle is a graduate of Cal State University of Fullerton with a bachelor’s in psychology and a Master of Clinical Psychology. She is also a state certified CATC lll in drug and alcohol counseling (CAADE). Richelle brings more than 18 years of experience in counseling work with children, youth and young adults as well as extensive experience working with eclectic, multicultural and social economic populations in the field of mental health. Richelle’s experience allows her to bring her own unique brand of passion, enthusiasm and warmth to students and their families. Her ability to integrate her interests guides her process. “I have found that the skills I use as a counselor are the same skills I use as a creative artist in dance and sports …to develop themes in an organic, vulnerable and authentic way I rely on spontaneity, creativity, awareness, etc.” She believes that it is the combination of these tools that has brought joy and meaning to her own life. It is her passion and mission to share these insights with others in hopes of investing in a healthy future generation for our children. Richelle lives in Heber City with her husband and son. Together they enjoy camping, power sports and being outdoors.