ABOUT
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MEET OUR CREW
Dr. Margaret Gavian PhD
PAR360 Founder/Director
612-924-1911
dr.gavian@bluepeak.one
Gavian’s style is practical, solution focused, compassionate and direct. For over 20 years, she has worked with a variety of populations who have experienced extreme stress including in Israel, Gaza, Kosovo, with the FDNY after 9/11, Capitol Police after the events of January 2021, refugees, gang members, firefighters & police, school shooting communities, as well as with executives, professionals, teachers and those with a variety of chronic medical conditions. She previously trained as a firefighter & EMT in her hometown of Arlington, Virginia. She has held leadership positions in healthcare, designing and delivering care for health systems and has served as a consultant and trainer to community and healthcare organizations nationwide. She enjoys serving as Faculty for The Center for Mind-Body Medicine (www.cmbm.org), an organization focused on providing resilience skills to communities affected by stress and trauma. Margaret is also a Psychedelic Medicine Task Force Member for Minnesota Secretary of State, and Reiki Master. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her two boys, dancing, baking and exploring restaurants and cultural events around Minneapolis.
Christian Grams
Operations and strategy
612-275-9427
cgrams@bluepeak.one
Christian is deeply committed to supporting public servants and advancing Blue Peak’s mission. With over 15 years of experience in operations—spanning both military and civilian sectors—he brings a strategic, mission-driven approach to everything he does.
His expertise includes global supply chain management, demand planning, production operations, forecasting, and leadership development. A dedicated servicemember, Christian has spent 12 years in the U.S. Army, serving in both active duty and reserve roles. He has commanded two units and deployed in a combat mission overseas in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Having worked closely with soldiers and their families, he understands firsthand the unique challenges faced by those in service—whether in the military or as first responders.
Christian’s passion for service extends beyond his career. As an active father of three, he dedicates his time to coaching youth hockey, reinforcing the values of leadership and resilience in the next generation. Currently pursuing a doctorate in business administration, he is focused on strengthening Blue Peak’s impact—ensuring even greater support for first responders and their families in the years ahead.
Marie Segar
Public Safety Support and
peer advocate
612-246-0182
msegar@bluepeak.one
Marie Segar brings a deep commitment to the fire service and the well-being of first responders. Currently serving as administrative support for the Prevention Bureau at the Edina Fire Department, she has spent over a decade in the fire service, beginning her career in 2009 as a Paid-On-Call firefighter with the Eagan Fire Department. Over 10 years, she served in multiple roles, including Firefighter, EMT, Lieutenant, and Prevention Specialist.
Beyond her operational experience, Marie is a trained public safety peer and has played a critical role in supporting firefighter mental health. As part of the MnFIRE peer program, she fielded crisis calls and helped connect firefighters with peers and mental health providers, ensuring that those facing challenges never had to navigate them alone.
Her dedication to wellness isn’t just professional—it’s personal. Having witnessed loved ones battle cancer, heart disease, addiction, and mental health struggles, she understands that the road to healing is rarely straight. Family is at the heart of who she is, and that extends to her Fire Family. Marie is honored to stand alongside first responders, offering support, understanding, and a steady hand through life’s toughest challenges.
William Ewald
Fire Service Leader and
mental health advocate
612-232-4387
bewald@bluepeak.one
As a Chief Officer with the St. Bonifacius Fire Department, Bill Ewald has built his career on preparedness—both mental and physical. Starting as a probationary firefighter and advancing through the ranks of lieutenant, captain, and now Chief 2 of a 28-member department, he has seen firsthand how critical wellness is to the success and safety of the fire service.
Committed to creating a healthier firehouse culture, Bill has led initiatives to improve firefighter well-being, from implementing new SOGs for physical fitness, gear washing, and truck decontamination to integrating mental health awareness into bi-monthly training sessions.
His goal is simple: ensure every firefighter has access to the resources they need—
before they need them.
Bill firmly believes that the strength of the fire service depends on the preparedness of its members, and he takes great pride in making sure the right tools, training, and support systems are always within reach.
Tim Smith
Account Liaison
612-201-7978
tsmith@bluepeak.one
In my years as a firefighter, I have been an EMS instructor for Hennepin Tech., a MnFire instructor and Peer Supporter, and a member of the Metro CISM team.
I live on Lake Tetonka in Waterville with my wife Sarah on the property I grew up on. I enjoy hobbies like motorcycling, boating, working on my home, and am working on getting my pilot’s license. I find a lot of satisfaction (and stress relief) working on things in my workshop. I can find a lot of solace in fixing and creating things, as it brings order to my thoughts and allows me to process things without focusing or dwelling on them.
Like most, I joined the Fire Service to help people in their time of need, but I have also found a passion for helping out fellow responders by listening and being there for them. I have seen the “Dark Places”, and have sat there myself shortly after my father passed away after a monthslong battle with cancer. After having experienced this level of depression and seeing a couple of friends (both first responder and personal) end their lives in desperation, I have promised myself that I would be that person to watch for this and help those in need.
I met the PAR 360 Team while being trained by them as a Peer Supporter for MnFire and have a deep respect for the level of commitment they have for helping the First Responder community. As a member of the team, I am hoping to be able to help even more responders before their situation becomes desperate.
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OUR PROVIDERS
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAMWORK. THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VETTED PROVIDERS.
Jess Vogt Doughty, MA, LPC
(612) 240-6597 – www.resilientlifetherapy.net
EMDR certified; Works with PTSD; Offers workshops, groups and individual.
Location: Plymouth, Eden Prairie & Minnetonka-online (telehealth) appointments also available.
Takes Insurance: No
Katie Erickson, MA, LPCC
(218)-393-5407 – www.duluthcounselingcenter.com
Extensive experience with first responders but does not do trauma-specific therapy.
Location: 1420 London Road. Suite 204 Duluth, MN 5580
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
Scott Kronebusch, MA, LPCC
(651)-313-8080 – elliefamilyservices.com
Extensive experience with both first responders and families and children of first responders.
Location: 17645 Juniper Path Lakeville, MN 55044
Takes insurance: Yes, ask for details
Mark Olson, MSW, LICSW
(952)-544-0964 – www.familyconnectionsmn.com
Extensive experience working with first responders exposed to stress resulting from duties.
Location: 5891 Cedar Lake Road, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
Katy Strub, MSW, LICSW
(612)-405-2261 – irismentalhealthmn.com
Works with evidence-based trauma therapy with service members.
Location: 101 West Burnsville Parkway, Suite #207, Burnsville, MN, 55337
In office, via teletherapy, and Walk & Talk Therapy.
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
Nicole Thorston, MSW, LGSW
(612) 389-2332 – www.mindfulwaycounseling.org
Specializes in working with individuals impacted by trauma.
Location: 1250 East Moore Lake Dr. Suite 152, Fridley, MN 55432
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
(320) 314-3668 – www.thevillagefamily.org
Specializes in treating anxiety, depression and trauma.
Location: 110 6th Avenue South. Suite 100, Saint Cloud, MN 56301
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
Krista Vosberg, MA, LMFT
(320) 289-5401 – www.gratitudecounseling.com
Experience working with both first responders and families and children
of first responders.
Location: St.Cloud
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
Mariah Rooney, MSW, LCISW
www.mariahrooneylicsw.com
EMDR certified; does trauma-specific therapy; Offers trauma informed Yoga and Meditation.
Locations: Tuesdays: 4748 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 333 N. Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
Joe Molinari, MSW, LICSW
(612)-315-9929 – www.joemolinari.com
Experience with couple and individuals; Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy
Location: 309 Clifton Ave Minneapolis, MN, 55403
Takes Insurance: No
Kristin Turner, MA, LPCC
(612)-520-1262 – www.turnerpsychotherapy.com
Extensive experience working with first responders; does trauma-specific therapy.
Locations: 8617 W Point Douglas Rd S, Suite 150, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Lyn-Lake Psychotherapy & Wellness 3033 Excelsior Blvd, Ste 150 Minneapolis, MN 55416 Online (telehealth) appointments also available.
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for detail
Lisa Jensen, MSW, LICSW
(320)-255-0343 – www.cfpsmn.com/our-providers
Experience working with first responders; Certified in Brainspotting.
Location: 600 25th Ave S, Suite 109, Saint Cloud, MN 56301
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
Erin Kelly Pash, MA, MFT, LMFT
(651)-313-8080 – www.elliefamilyservices.com
Experience working with both first responders and families and children of first responders.
Location: 1150 Montreal Ave. #107, Saint Paul, MN 55116
In person and online appointments available.
Takes Insurance: Yes, ask for details
(612) 759-5533 –www.ampersandcounselingmn.com
Specializes in marriage and family therapy.
Location: 6524 Walker St. #209, Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Takes Insurance: No
How to make sense of all the letters after people’s names:
LICSW = Licensed Independent Social Worker, Masters Level, 2 years of specialized graduate education. Can do individual, family, couples, group work.
LPCC = Licensed professional clinical counselors, 2-3 years of specialized graduate education. Can do individual, family, couples, group work.
LPC = Licensed professional counselor; 2 years of specialized graduate education. Can do individual, family, couples, group work.
LMFT = Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; 3 years of specialized graduate education. Can do individual, family, couples, group work.
MSW = Master of Social Work; 2 years of specialized graduate education. Can do individual, family, couples, group work.
MA = Master of Art; 2-3 years of specialized graduate education. Can do individual, family, couples, group work.
PhD/PsyD = Doctoral Level Psychologist; 4+ years of specialized graduate education Can do diagnostic assessments, individual, family, couples, group work.
