Our Children’s Center Team
Amanda Funk, LCSW - Clinical Director
Works with: Ages 10+
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Behavioral Issues, Self Worth Issues, and more
Offers: Telehealth and In-Person
Favorite Types of Therapy: DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and Play Therapy
I graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work in 2010 and a Master’s Degree, also from Utah State University, in 2014, but am always looking for opportunities to keep learning and growing.
I have experience working in elementary and junior high schools, addiction treatment centers, crisis centers, therapeutic clinics, and facilitating a variety of psychoeducational groups. Throughout my career, I have developed therapy groups for different ages and for addressing different issues. I strive to use my therapeutic experiences to help clients with regulating emotions and building relationship skills. I believe in a strength-based perspective that helps clients empower themselves in setting and reaching their identified healing goals. I believe that if we can help youth develop life skills, they will be able to engage in life in healthier ways.
Outside of work, you will find me loving the great outdoors. I love to run, hike, swim, bike, wakeboard, snowboard, rock climb, golf, and, most recently, yoga. If I get the chance to do any of these things with my sons or my dogs, then I am doubly happy engaging in my hobby/self-care activities.
Darin Sagapolu
Works with: Children and Teens (8-17 years old)
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Emotional Regulation, Anger Management and Communication.
Favorite types of Therapy: DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), SFBT (Solution Focused Brief Therapy), Mindfulness.
I believe that meaningful therapeutic work begins with a genuine connection. My approach is centered on creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves and openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I value taking the time to understand each client’s unique background, perspective, and life experiences, and I use that understanding to guide our work together in a way that feels collaborative and personalized. My goal is to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered as they navigate challenges, build self-awareness, and work toward positive change and emotional well-being.
I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Louisiana State University – Geaux Tigers! and my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Weber State University. My experience includes working in residential treatment centers supporting individuals recovering from addiction, helping clients build skills and transitioning successfully into daily life. I have also worked with a family support center with services focused on child abuse prevention through education. I have spent over three years in an inpatient behavioral health unit working with children and adolescents. Additionally, I provided school-based therapy services, supporting students through individual counseling for a year as well.
When I am not in the office you can find me hanging out with my wife and our son, on a river practicing patience while fly fishing, and playing or watching any sport!
Kailey Markos, ACMHC
Works with: children and teens 7-17 years oldSpecializes in: working with children, young woman, and teens, skill building (emotional regulation, impulse control, resiliency), and improving family communication.Favorite types of therapy: play therapy, expressive art therapy, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
“My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for my clients to express and explore their emotions, identify undesirable thoughts or actions that are keeping them from their maximum potential, and support them as they learn and apply essential skills for lasting change. I have worked with children and adolescents as a mental health professional over the last five years: two years in an intensive outpatient (day treatment) setting, two years in an inpatient behavioral health unit, and for the last year I had the opportunity to work for Weber School District serving six different schools providing group and individual counseling. I utilize a variety of interventions with my clients such as play therapy, expressive art therapy, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I have two Bachelor of Science Degrees from Weber State University; the first is in Communication with an emphasis in Interpersonal and Family Communication and the second is in Psychology. I also received a Master of Science Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I am excited to have the opportunity to further advance my skills as a therapist here at the Tree of Life Children’s Center!
When I am not in the office you can find me hanging out with my husband and our two cats, reading, crafting, or going on vacation.”
Kenzie Worrell, CSW
Works with: anyone 6 years old and up!Specializes in: anxiety, Autism, behavioral/emotional dysregulation, but will work with anyone!Favorite types of therapy: CBT, play therapy, and mindfulness
“From a young age I was always very social and enjoyed helping those around me. I loved making connections with people and knew I wanted to pursue a career where all of these things were possible. I began college at Utah State University, found the field of social work, and fell in love with its values. I graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies in May of 2023. I then went on to obtain a Master of Social Work degree from Boise State University and graduated in August of 2024.
My experience working with children and families comes from a variety of settings. While in college at Utah State University, I worked as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at an in- home ABA therapy company working with children on the Autism Spectrum. I then took those skills and worked at an elementary behavior unit in Weber School District teaching children about emotional intelligence and behavior regulation. Most recently I worked for the Division of Child & Family Services as a Child Protective Services caseworker where I was able to work with children and families experiencing trauma.
I am passionate about working with children to help them learn and navigate the world around them as they find their voice and understand their emotions. It is my goal for every child and family I work with to feel valued and heard in our sessions! Outside of work you can find me spending time with my loved ones, enjoying the outdoors, traveling, and listening to country music.”
Hannah Fick, CSW
Works with: children 3-13 years old.Therapeutic Focus Area: Anxiety, Depression, Autism, Trauma, Emotion Regulation and Skill BuildingFavorite Types of Therapy: CBT, Play therapy, art therapy, and Mindfulness
Hannah has been passionate about working with children for as long as she can remember. Her goal in therapy is to provide a safe space for all children to feel comfortable to express their emotions. With a client centered approach, Hannah utilizes therapies like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy and Mindfulness to help the needs of that individual child.
Hannah has her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She also received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Social Welfare from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Hannah just recently moved to Utah from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In Wisconsin, she worked as a School Social Worker at an Elementary School for the last four years.
Outside of work Hannah enjoys baking, taking her dog Kirby on hikes, and watching movies.