Our Staff

LifeWorks, established in 1996 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, provides comprehensive services to promote the healthy emotional development of children and families. LifeWorks programs are offered in school, home, and community settings throughout Sonoma County. Services are provided through the establishment of six distinct, yet complementary programs, spanning a range of mental health counseling and educational services.

It is our hope that the LifeWorks team can provide you with an experienced and diverse group of professionals to address the unique issues you face as a parent today. At LifeWorks, our staff helps families to turn their problems into positive experiences. We can help your family grow together. Our motto is: LifeWorks…for all of us. Please let us work for you.

Meet the LifeWorks Team

Administration

Program Directors

  • Choices for Change Program Director:
    Linda Walsh, MFT, (707) 568-2300 x106 or walshl@lifeworkssc.org
  • Family Education Center Program Director:
    Linda Walsh, MFT, (707) 568-2300 x106 or walshl@lifeworkssc.org
  • School-Based Counseling Program Director:
    Linda Walsh, MFT, (707) 568-2300 x 106 or walshl@lifeworkssc.org
  • Counseling Center Program Director:
    Linda Walsh, MFT, (707) 568-2300 x106 or walshl@lifeworkssc.org
  • LifeWorks Behavioral Service Program Director:
    Michelle Fountain, MSW, (707) 568-2300 x105 or mfountain@lifeworkssc.org
  • Transitions Program Director:
    Linda T. Walsh, MFT, (707) 568-2300 x106 or walshl@lifeworkssc.org
  • El Puente (The Bridge) Program Director:
    Judy Hernandez, MFTI, (707) 568-2300 x 107 or judyh@lifeworkssc.org

Board of Directors

  • Cathy Wieschendorff, MS (President): School Psychologist with academic and psychological experience as well as extensive community involvement.
  • Ellen Mundell, MA: Former School Counselor with educational expertise and counseling experience.
  • Beverly O’Donnell, MA (Vice-President): Retired School Educator with expertise in special events.
  • Arnold Rosenfield (Treasurer):Retired Sonoma County Superior Court Judge who worked to develop programs and protocols to aid families and children at risk in the justice system.
  • Beth Ryan: Banking Officer with a strong belief in the emotional development and mental health of our community.
  • Kent Seegmiller: Former Educator and Businessman with an extensive background working with non-profits and the local community.

Advisory Board Members

  • Sheila Craig, Esq.: Family Law attorney who provides both legal and program development consultation.
  • Michele Brulé: Information Technology expert and community business support.
  • Judith Fiermonte, MFT: Child and Family Therapist specializing in child therapy, play therapy, and parenting.
  • Louise Packard, Ph.D.: Psychologist and former editor with excellent community awareness. Provides psychological and leadership experience.