Mandi Boston is originally from Reno, NV but relocated to Butte, MT in 2004 where she started working in the addiction recovery field. Mandi has a Bachelor's in Psychology with a minor in Addictions Counseling, as well as an Associates degree with a focus on Business Management, which well equipped her for her current work as the co-founder and Executive Director of the non-profit White Buffalo Healing Lodge. She has gained experience with inpatient, outpatient, and outreach work- working for MCDC, CCP, AWARE, Anaconda Job Corps and a private practice. In addition to being a member of NAADAC, Mandi has completed many trainings and certifications throughout her career including Prime for Life, NALGAP, DBT, The Good Road of Life Curriculum by Native Pride, and the Billings Urban Indian Health and Wellness Center Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Training through the Native Wellness Institute.  Mandi is has a distinct passion for working with people in early recovery, and is looks forward to serving as a Board Member for the Butte SPIRIT Center.