Leadership

Dr. Thadeus Koontz is the CEO of Human Supports of Idaho and the founder of Helicase, bringing a unique blend of clinical and research experience, and compassionate leadership to the field of behavioral health. His work is driven by a lifelong commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families through science-based, person-centered medicine.

Dr. Koontz earned his Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Vanderbilt University and went on to complete both his M.D. and Ph.D. in Neurobiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He continued his medical training at Duke University, completing a research-track residency where he received prestigious grants from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Nugen to study potential infectious causes of multiple sclerosis. His early work in virology and neurobiology laid the foundation for his commitment to understanding the connection between physical and mental health.

Before acquiring Human Supports of Idaho, Dr. Koontz served as Medical Director at Idaho State Hospital North, Medical Director at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Regional Medical Director for Behavioral Health Solutions and Physician for the County of Santa Barbara, CA. He is the Principal at Helicase LLC, where he continues to develop innovative approaches that bridge molecular science and clinical practice.

Dr. Koontz’s dedication to patient-centered care is influenced by personal experiences with family and community. He understands that everyone at some point in their life will face a mental health crisis, either personally or with a family member. Making evidence-based diagnostics and treatment accessible to all patients—especially those facing complex or unexplained mental-health and medical conditions is his mission in leading Human Supports of Idaho.

When he’s not working, Dr. Koontz enjoys spending time with his family and their dogs, exploring Idaho’s outdoors, and pursuing his passion for diesel engines.

Sam received his bachelor’s in Criminal Justice and Sociology from the University of Idaho and his Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Idaho State University. 

His specialties include crisis intervention and crisis management.  

Prior to working for HSI, Sam was a Designated Examiner and Clinician for the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. 

In 2023, HSI was awarded the region three Mental Health Court contract. Sam was the perfect person to lead the team in serving this population. 

Sam's passion and dedication to helping those struggling with Mental Health within the court system are unmatched. 

Sam became the Director of Community-Based Services in the Summer of 2023. He lends his knowledge about the surrounding communities and the resources they offer in order to help our staff serve our clients the best way HSI knows how. 

He enjoys spending time with his children, the outdoors, and is an avid sports enthusiast.

 Alita has over twenty-six years of on-the-job experience with Human Supports of Idaho Inc., having joined the company in 1997. 

She works with the HSI staff from the start of their employment and throughout their careers with the company. 

Alita now works remotely from Northern Idaho, where she enjoys the outdoors, horseback riding, hunting, and fishing.   

Cheyanne Reinke works in the office as the Compliance Specialist. Cheyanne specializes in reviewing paperwork and auditing client charts. 

Cheyanne’s favorite part of the job is working with like-minded individuals who enjoy helping others.  

When Cheyanne is not working, she enjoys camping and fishing.  

As part of Cheyanne’s self-care, she likes to relax at the lake.

Yanely is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) based in our Boise office. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences from the University of Idaho in 2014 and completed her Master’s in Social Work at Boise State University in December 2024. 

Yanely utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered techniques, and strength-based methods. 

She is deeply passionate about supporting individuals in exploring their sense of self, fostering personal growth, and finding meaning in their unique life experiences. 

When Yanely is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and animals. 

Kevin is a dedicated Mental Health Therapist. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the College of Idaho in 2017, followed by a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 

With expertise in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and solution-focused approaches. 

His clinical focus includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, Bipolar I and II, and schizophrenia, though he is continually expanding his expertise to incorporate innovative treatment techniques for a broad spectrum of mental health disorders.

Kevin is deeply passionate about empowering individuals to recognize their full potential and providing tailored therapeutic support to those in need.

Kevin serves a diverse clientele across a wide age range, including individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, and is committed to offering compassionate, culturally competent care.

Since becoming a licensed therapist in 2024, Kevin has taken on a leadership role within the Region Three Mental Health Court Team, where he collaborates with colleagues to support participants in developing trauma-informed coping skills, enhancing emotional regulation, and fostering long-term recovery from substance use. 

Outside of his professional life, Kevin enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and pets, as well as engaging in activities such as video gaming, socializing, board game nights, and exploring the outdoors.