Our Team

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    Deborah Kay-Ostrander

    Founder, Therapist, Executive Director

    Deborah's roles include supervising staff and managing all programs, policies, and procedures for Keys to Success. As a therapist, Deborah is a SAP-Federal Substance Abuse professional and International Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 30+ years of helping teenagers and adults facing co-occurring addiction related challenges through individual and group sessions. 

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    Brittney Kuntz, BA

    Certified Instructor

    Brittney is a certified instructor for the Prime for Life (OWI/DUI) 12 hour court mandated class and assists the executive director with the Federal DOT SAP program. 

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    Miranda Lopez

    Data Entry Specialist

    Miranda ensures the integrity data for the State of Iowa and assists the executive director, office management, and administrative office assistant as needed. She is often the first people you will see when you enter "Keys," and she greets everyone with a warm, helpful demeanor.

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    Richard Martin, PHD

    Medical Director

    Richard consults with the executive director concerning clients charts and general oversight of relationships with support staff. 

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    Elaine Vander Linden

    Billing Specialist.

    Elaine assists with clerical needs in terms of all insurance companies and understanding policy changes regarding billing expectations in rendering of counseling services.

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    Heidi Kay-Ostrander, PTA

    Office Manager

    Heidi assists in the supervision of office staff, consulting with the Executive Director concerning revenue and expenses and fiscal budget/bookkeeping. Heidi is also responsible for corresponding with the Executive Director on developing a wellness program based on clients needs.

Reach out to us!

At Keys to Success, our team members often wear many hats, and our knowledge tends to overlap. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. If we do not have the perfect answer, we will connect you with someone in our network who can help. You are not alone in your journey!