NorthStar Staff

The NorthStar Center's program is committed to acquiring highly trained, talented and diverse employees. Our founding philosophy includes the belief that the quality of a program is directly reflected by the quality of staff. Each member of the NorthStar team brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to work with young adults along with a combine 60+ years of personal recovery.

Administrative Team

Sean Fievet, B.A. Executive Director sfievet@northstarcenter.com Sean earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy and Religion from Florida State University in Tallahassee. Prior to moving to Bend, Sean worked with the Hurricane Island Outward Bound School for seven years designing and implementing experiential education programs for at-risk youth. His experience includes job skills training, social and interpersonal skills development, team-building, environmental education and family mediation.

Bob Myers, BS Operations Director bmyers@northstarcenter.com Bob holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology and minor in Communications from Walla Walla College in College Place, Washington. He has over 22 years experience in Administration and Business Management in several fields including restaurants, and healthcare. As Operations Director, Bob oversees all financial, human resources, and business related matters.

Brian J. Bulemore, M.A., L.P.C., CADC-III Clinical Director bbulemore@northstarcenter.com Brian earned his Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University in 1999. Originally from Michigan, he moved to Oregon five years ago to take a position at a prominent wilderness therapy program. Following two years leading wilderness-based expeditions for adolescents, Brian moved into a supervisory position, primarily focusing on family consultation and support, in addition to program development, staff training and supervision, referral relations, and logistics. Specific areas of previous experience include substance abuse assessment and recovery, addictive behaviors, mood and anxiety disorders, anger management, psychological assessment, child custody evaluations, trauma survivors, domestic violence and family conflict management. Brian's interests include caving, cycling, photography, fly-fishing, rock and ice climbing, skiing, music, and environmental issues and ecological-friendly building and living systems.

Alice Huskey, M.A. Academic Director ahuskeyy@northstarcenter.com Alice received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from University of Maryland and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Kent State University. She currently holds a Teaching License from the state of Oregon with endorsements for Standard and Special Education. Alice has over 15 years of experience in Education as well as an Employment Specialist.

Admissions Team

Chesley Strowd, B.A.. Admissions Director cstrowd@northstarcenter.com Chesley received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Mississippi. Originally from the Mississippi Delta, Chesley moved to Bend six years ago for the beautiful weather and outdoor recreation. Her experience includes working with families in crisis, public relations and marketing. Prior to joining NorthStar, Chesley worked closely with families and professionals for nearly six years at a therapeutic boarding school. Her volunteer experience includes working with survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Chesley currently enjoys hiking and being outdoors with her husband and young daughter.

Dee Langford Admissions Counselor dlangford@northstarcenter.com Dee comes from a strong background of business and marketing. She has been involved with youth and young adult programs for over 12 years. Dee attended Portland State University in Portland, Oregon majoring in the Social Sciences. Dee is the mother of three young ladies and deeply understands a parent’s passion to see their child succeed. She brings a high level of sincerity to her position as Admissions Counselor with her empathic nature and strong listening skills. She enjoys creating trust and confidence in new relationships as she assists families through the admissions process.

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