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Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622e7e38b909c45198c9d781/7a9fd81a-9458-48d2-8286-2469282ba3dd/Sekayi_pic.jpg Our Staff - Sekayi Edwards, LMFT UBA Clinical Director Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622e7e38b909c45198c9d781/03650d08-652a-42fd-aac3-45d426a3b145/gabbi-about-page.jpg Our Staff - Gabrielle Duhl, MSW UBA Program Director IT ALL STARTED WHEN… I was first introduced to UBA in graduate school at California Institute of Integral Studies. In Dr. Hicks' class, I expressed my love for climbing and it’s healing potential when recovering from a traumatic brain injury. I had the opportunity to witness and assist Dr. Hicks' work with youth through volunteering with UBA. Within the first session, I was committed to integrating rock climbing into therapeutic experiences. It became the focus of my academic papers and the highlight of my weeks. I knew climbing outdoors was transformative through my own experiences and sharing stories and adventures with others. I felt my relationship to my mind, body and spirit grow and develop in ways I did not know was possible. I began to understand the ways in which climbing inherently offered opportunities to build relationships with the self and peers, as well as develop new levels of trust, control, and mastery. My passion is to bring climbing to youth as a tool to foster growth and connection. In the Bay Area, there are various outdoor climbing places that are free to access and can provide endless adventures and fun. - Gabrielle Duhl Education: Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA Masters in Counseling, Expressive Arts Therapy, California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622e7e38b909c45198c9d781/a6ac6cf8-70e5-4210-925a-ffed321c1eb2/Libby.1.jpeg Our Staff - Libby Zazzera, ASW UBA Behavioral Counselor GROWING UP, THE OUTDOORS WERE MY BABYSITTERS, MY TEACHERS AND A PLACE THAT OFFERED ME A SENSE OF FREEDOM AND CONNECTION. I am fortunate to have had an accessible Park and Recreation system that my family relied on. These spaces provided a safe environment for my siblings and me to explore, play, and grow while also allowing our caregivers support so they could meet the demands of their work and life. As I went through the school system, I found myself more called to the outdoors. Nature was an invitation to escape from the rigid structures and expectations that often heightened my anxiety and muted my creativity. In these open spaces, under the guidance of supportive leaders, I felt safe to explore, nurture my curiosity and try new skills. Through camping, hiking, playing sports and shared adventures, I discovered that girls can be strong, resilient and capable. I also found a sense of belonging through shared experiences and pursuing and supporting personal accomplishments. As a new Behavior Health Fellow in San Francisco, I was welcomed by Dr. Hicks to check out Urban-based Adventures with children, youth and their families. This opportunity was a lovely reminder of the healing and development powers of ecotherapy. With Dr. Hicks teachings, I could apply evidence-based theories and find language that encouraged and explained how individuals learn and grow through adventure-based therapeutic offerings. Green spaces and adventure-based opportunities should be accessible to all people, and I’m excited to participate in the Urban-based Adventures so everyone can have an opportunity to participate, enjoy and grow individually and collectively! Education: B.S. Recreation, Parks and Tourism from San Francisco State University Master of Social Work, Stanislaus State University - Libby https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622e7e38b909c45198c9d781/e4237aec-62c3-4567-aeed-3d406c1dee85/Kai+Photo.jpg Our Staff - Kai Scott UBA Coach I’VE ALWAYS HAD A LOVE OF THE OUTDOORS. I practically grew up on Angel Island, and spend my time now running in Golden Gate Park, and riding my bike through the hills of Marin. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to spend lots of time exploring the Bay Area, and it’s been exciting for me to find pieces of nature in our urban landscape. Learning that outdoor climbing was possible in Glen Park was astounding to me. My experience with climbing to that point had just been indoor walls with very controlled environments. There was something intriguing about going outside, having to build an anchor, and then putting trust in your belayer to keep you safe, and UBA has shown me what good outdoor climbing can be. I’ve also really enjoyed getting to know some of the people who participate in the program. I think I’m extroverted at heart, and it’s been wonderful for me to connect with students, both my age and younger, who are out trying climbing, facing challenges, and taking a risk. My first time on an outdoor wall (where pebbles fell when I stepped and plants stuck out at me) was nerve-wracking, and some of the people I’ve talked to have told me that they felt similarly. Yet, on every climbing trip I’ve been on, almost everyone was willing to give it a go. Seeing people who have never climbed try, on an outdoor wall, and the fact I get to be a part of their process has been deeply fulfilling for me. 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