Kellyn began working with youth in 2006 starting in the classroom. With a Masters in Applied Mathematics from the University of Washington he spent 9 years teaching college mathematics. Throughout those years, Kellyn found himself mentoring students who had experienced a failure to launch.  Feeling a pull toward supporting students outside the classroom, Kellyn earned his certification as a Behavioral Coach. He  spent eight years coaching underperforming students who struggled with anxiety depression and waning motivation – many of whom successfully started their road to recovery at Pacific Quest.

Kellyn also spent 5 years as the Director of Admissions at a nationally acclaimed residential young adult program. Kellyn’s experience in education, admissions and coaching has earned him an exceptional reputation in the treatment community, and his thorough and warm approach was a natural fit when he joined the Pacific Quest team in 2014.

Kellyn is an accomplished outdoorsman and avid martial artist. He and his wife live in Oregon where they explore the outdoor magic of the Pacific Northwest with their two young boys.