The people behind your care
Meet the Raise the Bottom Team
Licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, and counselors who have built their careers in Idaho addiction medicine.
Your future is worth the fight
Choosing a treatment provider comes down to a question that is hard to answer from a website
Who am I actually going to see, and do they know what they are doing?
Our leadership team includes board certified physicians and nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers, and compliance professionals with decades in behavioral health. Most of them did not arrive as executives. They started here as a counselor, an intern, a part time nurse, an administrative assistant, and grew into the roles they hold now. Several joined within the first few years of the organization opening in 2010 and never left. That consistency is why our patients tend to see the same faces from their first assessment through years of care.
Who You Will Work With Day to Day
Beyond the leadership team, your care comes from licensed and certified staff at your clinic: substance use counselors who run your individual and group sessions, nurses and medical providers who handle dosing and medication management, family therapists, and Customer Support Specialists who verify your insurance and answer the phone when you call.
Jason Austin
Executive Director
Jason began his career in behavioral health more than 25 years ago as a Registered Nurse and joined Raise the Bottom in 2010. In 2013, he became a co-owner and managing member, helping guide RTB through seasons of growth and change.
Nina Abul-Husn
MD – Board-Certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine
Dr. Nina Abul-Husn is a dual Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician and Addiction Medicine Specialist. Her full-scope general medicine training provides her the ability to provide comprehensive medical care for people of all ages, though her passion and dedication lies in helping those with substance use and mental health conditions.
Kara Taylor
LCSW – Clinical Director
Kara Taylor serves as Raise the Bottom’s Clinical Director, overseeing treatment supervisors and clinical staff across Boise, Nampa, and Pocatello. She began her journey with Raise the Bottom in 2014 as a social work intern and quickly advanced through the roles of counselor, supervisor, and director.
Cheryl Suhr
PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP, Medical Manager
Cheryl has spent over 30 years helping individuals and organizations grow – as a coach and facilitator focused on emotional intelligence, and as a nurse and nurse practitioner.
Samantha Gourlie
HR & Compliance Manager
Samantha is Raise the Bottom’s Human Resources and Compliance Manager, overseeing staff across Boise, Nampa, and Pocatello while ensuring compliance with CARF, State, DEA, and Federal regulations.
Stacey Ziemann
Finance Manager
Stacey joined Raise the Bottom in 2017, bringing nearly two decades of bookkeeping experience and over 13 years of insurance and human resources expertise.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Your Future Is Worth the Fight
Whatever you are facing, recovery is possible. Reach out today and our team will help you verify insurance and take the next step.
- CARF Accredited
- In-Network with Idaho Medicaid
- Same-Day Enrollment
- Confidential