BROOKE COTTLE

DIRECTOR

Brooke graduated from Weber State University with a degree in Health Care Administration, and worked as an administrator and regional manager in the health care industry.  While taking some time off from her career to raise her family, Brooke worked with other parents and community members to establish the Bethel Education Foundation. Five years of service as the President of the Bethel Education Foundation, co-chairing the Willamette Pride Project and chairing the 2012 Bond Measure allowed Brooke to create strong relationships within the Bethel community. She feels fortunate to have the opportunity to combine her passion for Bethel with her formal education and training in her role as director of the Bethel Health Center.

ANGELA BRADLEY

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Meet our Nurse Practitioner, Angela Bradley, MSN, FNP-C! Angela received her Bachelor’s in Nursing at the University of Portland in 1999 and a Master’s degree in Nursing through Oregon Health Sciences University in 2004.  Since that time she has worked in primary care and endocrinology and has a special interest in diabetes and adolescent care. She joined our team at the health center in 2016. Angela enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, kayaking, and traveling.

KAREN FARRAR

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Karen has been working as a medical office assistant for 22 years.  She graduated from Lane Community College in 1996 and was hired at Peacehealth where she stayed for 20 years. She has always been grateful for the choice she made to go into the medical profession as it has allowed her to come into contact with many wonderful people, including both staff and patients.

Karen has four children and so far nine grandchildren.  They love to go camping and enjoy life together as an ever growing group!

CORTNEY MADEIRA

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR (LPC)

Cortney is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor who has been working
with youth and family in the area since 2011. Areas of specialty include child behavioral challenges,
anxiety, depression/mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders and attachment/relational problems. She
believes that therapy is a collaborative process that begins with the understanding that everyone is
doing the best they can in the moment and is capable of growth and positive change.
When she’s not at work, Cortney enjoys relaxing at home with her family, pets and a good book. She
also enjoys cooking, music, and spending time outdoors.
Cortney received her Master’s degree specializing in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University.
She also has a post-graduate certification in Supporting Foster and Adoptive Families from Portland
State University.

TRICIA FIERLING

SECRETARY

Tricia has been working in the health industry for 10 years on both the administrative and clinical side. She graduated from Eastern Oregon University with a degree in liberal studies and from Pioneer Pacific College with a medical assisting certificate. She enjoys working with both the patients and the providers in the medical field. She is very excited to be working with the wonderful staff and students at the Bethel Health Center. Outside of work Tricia love taking landscape photos and hiking with her miniature Australian Shepherd.

MELISSA WESTERMAN

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Melissa is a Mental Health Therapist working with Bethel Health Center. She has an extensive history working with youth, and previously ran a treatment program for teens. She recently graduated with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Bushnell University. She spends most of her free time with her family. They like to be outdoors as much as possible either hiking, biking, fishing, or playing some type of sport. She loves college football (Go Ducks), and enjoys listening to music.

IRIS SHIMIZU

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Iris is a Mental Health Therapist, and Certified Social Work Associate, working with Bethel Health Center. Over the past 9 years, she has worked in various roles across Mental Health and School Based settings. She recently graduated with a Master’s in Social Work through Portland State University, with a focus on Children, Youth & Families. When she is not at work, she can be found spending time with her family and two dogs. She enjoys travelling, cooking, reading, spending time with friends, and caring for her growing number of house plants.

JAMES WHAN

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

James is a Mental Health Therapist with Bethel Health Center. James received his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwest Christian university. He is experienced in working with individuals who live with severe and persisting mental illness, are in active crisis, as well as youth who are navigating challenges and new  skills. When James is not at work he enjoys spending time with his family, running, biking, and exploring new places. If you want to talk dinosaurs or space dramas, you’re in luck – James is a big fan of Star Wars and Jurassic Park. He also enjoys random crafts and building Legos.