Treatment Team
CenterPointe programs are led by this well-established, multi-disciplinary treatment team:
Christine Kildow, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Clinic Director
Dr. Kildow received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Boise State University, a Master’s in Human Development from the University of Kansas, and her doctorate in Developmental and Child Psychology from the University of Kansas. She completed a clinical internship in Pediatric Psychology at the University of Kansas Medical Center, and a clinical traineeship in Developmental and Other Chronic Handicapping Disorders at the University of Kansas Medical Center Child Development Unit. Further, Dr. Kildow worked extensively in an ADHD clinic with other healthcare providers while receiving her clinical training at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Si Steinberg, M.D., Board Certified Psychiatrist
Medical Supervisor
Dr. Steinberg joined CenterPointe in 2003 and oversees the medical care of the mental health clinic. He is Board Certified in Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry and is a Diplomate in the Specialty of Psychiatry and a Diplomate in the Subspecialty of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
Karen Schumacher, F.N.P.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Karen has provided psychiatric diagnostic evaluations and medication management at CenterPointe since 2003. She earned her M.S.N. degree and F.N.P. certificate from Idaho State University. Since 1986 she has worked in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric facilities providing clinical supervision and prescribing medication. Karen has worked with juvenile and adult offenders with mental health and substance abuse issues. She has served as a Designated Examiner, has experience with crisis work and has developed case management and PSR programs.
Rick Thompson, L.M.S.W.
Director of Client Services/Clinician
Rick joined CenterPointe in 2003. He provides oversight for all clinical programs and is responsible for the development of new clinic programs. He received his Bachelor of Social Work from Brigham Young University-Hawaii, and received his M.S.W. from Boise State University. He has worked with youth in a variety of settings, including group homes, detention centers and residential programs. Rick has treated teens with emotional and behavioral issues including depression, anxiety, anger, self-mutilation, sexual abuse, drug and alcohol abuse and family problems.
Nathaniel Williams, L.C.S.W.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program Director/Clinician
Nate joined our team in 2004, and he has led our superior PSR Program since 2006. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Social Science and his M.S.W. from Boise State University. His experience includes working with children and families on a number of issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, grief issues, and behavior and family problems.
Sara Richards, M.S., C.T.R.S.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Support
Sara joined CenterPointe’s team in 2003 and is responsible for ensuring compliance with state program regulations. Sara received her Bachelor of Science from Brigham Young University in Recreational Management & Youth Leadership: Recreation Therapy. She earned her M.S. in Recreation Therapy at Indiana University-Bloomington. While completing her degrees, Sara worked with teens in residential treatment and at a hospital psychiatric unit. A Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Sara specializes in using music as a tool to promote positive change.
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Founder's Story
CenterPointe, Inc., opened in 2003 when founder Christine Kildow, Ph.D., recognized a need for a professional clinic focused solely on children and their families, offering a full range of mental healthcare services under one roof. Dr. Kildow’s doctoral training in developmental and child psychology inspired her to establish CenterPointe, where children and families receive the highest level of professional care. As clinic director, Dr. Kildow remains actively involved in the day-to-day operations of CenterPointe.
