Staff

James R. Morton, Jr., MA

One of the greatest joys James experiences is being a part of and watching people become successful with their dreams and hopes. Nothing more magnifies this than supporting a family moving through challenging times to then find themselves with resources, tools, and delight as they reflect on their own transformations. Second to this is James’ excitement in sharing with others how other professionals can enhance how they support families in transitions.

There are many experiences and connections James reflects on that feed the guiding process to aide families who are experiencing the muddy waters of life. Just growing up and moving through difficult challenges gives him unique perspectives. But James draws on his military career as an Army Officer in Special Forces, his leadership and management experience in therapeutic schools and programs, and his work with young adults and their parents in his private practice, to show up with tools and resources. James broadens his 20 years of experience with being a stepdad to a young boy with his own unique wrestles.  Leadership grounded in Faith is key for James. He sees how important it is for people to lead their lives with authenticity and determination. Creating services for young people and families is a life-long dream. Our culture has lost its ability to effectively mentor our young people. James is passionate in helping people see the resources they have, acquire new tools, and have a vision for where they want their journey to head. When Adventuring, James can be found skiing down Montana slopes or exploring rivers  while coaching his wife on how to row the boat when fly-fishing!

Casey Dunning, BA

Casey Dunning was born and raised here in the Big Sky country of Montana, where hard work and a passion for the outdoors are virtually requirements for citizenship.  He attended Montana State University, receiving his B.A. in Industrial Technology with a minor in Industrial Engineering.  During and after college, he battled wildfires for the Forest Service, a service distinguished by his status as a “Smokejumper.”  This profession provided invaluable opportunities to develop leadership and crisis management skills in addition to experiences gained from working with large groups of young adults from diverse backgrounds. His decision to switch ways to mentoring young adults arose from a passion for helping young people wonder and dream about their future.  His passion is like a wildfire; it puts you on fire to develop goals to make those dreams real while being passionate for life.  He considers it a blessing to help and celebrate with young adults as they make changes in their lives. He even becomes motivated for his personal journey as he watches them face and rise above their challenges.  Casey hasn’t left too far from firefighting. He is a member of a Critical Incident Stress Management team who aide his former peers deal with the stresses of death or near losses while fighting fires. In his free time you can find Casey along side his wife Dayel, entertaining and running after his toddler sons, Blake and Beaux.  Somehow, he also finds time to volunteer in Junior High Ministry, work on his house, hike in the backcountry, and ski the deep powder of Montana’s mountains.