Our ‘behind the scenes’ administrative support team is invaluable to the Be. process.

Although our clients may not interact with (or even meet!) some of these team members, we are proud to introduce them and share a little about who they are. We deeply value every individual: their skill, knowledge, and their commitment to Be.’s goal of providing you with service and experiences that holistically nourish your health and well-being.

Carey Sorenson, PhD.

FOUNDER OF BE.// CENTER FOR HOLISTIC MENTAL HEALTH AND HEALING
EXECUTIVE CLINICAL DIRECTOR
LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST
Registered Yoga Teacher-200

Carey’s life experience and professional knowledge inspired her to open someplace special where individuals of all ages could not only be heard, seen, and feel safe, but could also obtain the types of services that will could them heal and grow in their own way, in their own time. That’s how Be. was born.

Eric Sorenson

FINANCE MANAGER

Eric has experience working in mutual funds, manufacturing, banking, and discount finance with responsibilities up to, and including CFO and President, and he has been involved with Be. since the very beginning – if not longer! In addition to managing Be.’s financing and accounting, Eric is Carey’s husband and has been supporting her dream as it has flourished in the Fox Valley.

Emily Valence

Be. Center & Administrative Coordinator

Emily often works behind the scenes: coordinating space at the Center for Be. offerings and preparing for special activities. She won’t be at the front desk all the time, but sometimes she’ll be lucky enough to welcome you when you step through our door.

Jaycie Westphal

Provider & Client Relations Liaison
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR - IN TRAiNING

In both her work as a clinician and as Be.’s Provider & Client Relations Liaison, Jaycie utilizes an integrative approach informed by person-centered and somatic therapies to process client experiences in the present moment. She is adept at creating a safe, affirmative space where others can freely explore their identities, areas of concern, and lived experiences.

Angie Knutson

Be. Center CARETAKER

In addition to taking care of the beautiful 1915 character home that Be. resides in, Angie is a fitness instructor, Para-professional, and professional genealogist.

Fletcher Marron

Marketing & Communications Manager

Fletcher knew from the minute he stepped inside the house at Be. that it was something special, and he’s been excited to watch it continue to grow and foster greater opportunities to serve the local community. He designs and manages Be.’s website, creates materials for the center; and partners with Carey to spread Be.’s mission to the Fox Valley and beyond.