Treatment Team Treatment Team Caring experts who are focused on you. Who We Are Our expert medical and clinical staff includes 24-hour nursing, on-site physicians, and a full-time chief of psychiatry. This talented team of professionals specializes in trauma resolution using the latest therapeutic modalities alongside time-tested, research-based methods. They’re also caring professionals who are committed to helping patients unlock the greatest potential for healing and growth. Holly Doolin, PsyD, LCP, CSAT-S Executive Director Arizona native Dr. Holly Doolin earned a master’s and doctorate in clinical psychology and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in business administration at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. A Licensed Clinical Psychologist, she is also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Supervisor, Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist, an AZBBHE-Approved Clinical Supervisor, and a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach. She began her career with Meadows Behavioral Healthcare as lead therapist at Gentle Path, our men’s sex addiction program, before moving over to our flagship program, The Meadows. During her tenure as assistant clinical director at The Meadows, primary responsibilities included supervising therapists as well as planning and organizing the clinical programming to run smoothly and effectively. In 2021, Dr. Doolin began devoting her talents exclusively to the creation of the new Spero Center at The Meadows. Her vision is to create a place that can serve as a soft landing for those who need a little more time and care before admitting to one of our other programs and for those who need to go at a pace or in a format that our other programs can’t currently accommodate. In addition to her wide-ranging clinical skills, Dr. Doolin is also known for her heart for patients and their loved ones. Running throughout her vision for Spero is an intentional focus on honoring each individual’s gifts and strengths, not just addressing problem areas. She firmly believes this kind of personal empowerment is key in encouraging patients to show up and participate in their own recovery journey. Married since 2004, Dr. Doolin and her husband love board games and are building an enviable collection. She also reads daily, enjoys movies and musical theater (she’s a season ticketholder for the local Broadway series), and looks forward to traveling internationally again soon. Read More Mandi Hampton, LPC, MBA Clinical Director Born in Hawaii and raised in Utah, California, Nebraska, South Carolina, and Arizona, Mandi Hampton earned a bachelor’s in psychology and master’s in professional counseling, both from Westminster College. She also holds a master’s in business administration. Working in the behavioral healthcare field for more than a decade and in director positions since 2015, Hampton has worked in all levels of care including residential, PHP, outpatient, and detox, in both involuntary and voluntary facilities. This has given her extensive experience addressing everything from substance use and mental health issues to trauma and more. Initially pursuing a different major, Hampton switched to psychology and fell in love with it. She joined the MBH team in 2023, joining the staff at Spero before it’s official opening, allowing her to assist in establishing the clinincal program. Hampton has two rescue pets, a dog and a cat, and enjoys watching TV, crafting, cosplay, and finding great dad jokes. Read More Deseree Denham BSN, RN Director of Nursing Born on a military base in Heidelburg, Germany, Deseree Denham also lived in Maryland, Texas, and California before the family settled in Phoenix when she was 12. A registered nurse licensed in Arizona, she earned her associate nursing degree from Estrella Mountain Community College and her BSN from Northern Arizona University. An EMT prior to becoming a nurse, Denham began her nursing career in the ICU. After earning her critical care credential (CCRN), she became a charge nurse in the ICU and later the clinical lead of the neuro ICU before transitioning to psych. Denham’s love of helping others made a career in nursing a natural fit for her and has provided some amazing opportunities to care for people at their most painful, vulnerable, and frightening moments. She joined the Meadows Behavioral Healthcare team in January 2021 as a pool nurse before stepping into the role of director of nursing at The Meadows Ranch, MBH’s eating disorder program, in November of 2022. Then in 2023, she brought those skills to Spero Center. As Spero’s director of nursing, Denham is responsible for ensuring that the nursing staff on her team have what they need to provide the absolute best care possible to patients. She also works collaboratively with the other leaders on the Spero team to ensure that each patient receives the best of what we have to offer toward their personal goals. Remarried in 2023, Denham has three children. When not working, she enjoys hiking, yoga, dancing, cooking, and travel. Read More Reach Out to Us If you’ve tried other options before but didn’t get the results you wanted, we’re here to help. Hope and healing are possible. Learn More