Hi`ilei Battistini brings a profound depth of knowledge and experience to her role as the Senior Director of Behavioral Health. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in youth and family services and a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Corban University. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oregon, Hi`ilei also holds credentials as a Certified Clinical Sex Offense Treatment (CCSOT) provider and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor – Registrant (CADC-R).

Her specialty training encompasses treatment for various personality disorders, behavioral or conduct management, anxiety, depression, complex grieving, and both complex and acute trauma, along with expertise in mental health and risk assessments. Hi`ilei is skilled in numerous therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Psychoanalytic, and Gestalt.

Hi`ilei is a board member of the Oregon Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers and specializes in mental health intervention for individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Additionally, she has experience in treating substance use issues.

Driven by Rogue Community Health’s mission and values, Hi`ilei is dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in the community with integrity, respect, and honor. As Senior Director of Behavioral Health, Hi`ilei feels privileged to support RCH providers and advocate for their members. She emphasizes the creation of a safe space where clients can develop close, professional relationships with their providers, laying the groundwork for meaningful change. She works collaboratively with clients to identify opportunities for growth and client identified priorities. As a provider, Hi’ilei looks for opportunities to gently guide the therapeutic process or highlight growth edges including increasing insight or skill to empower individuals to manage their lives in a way that brings a sense of stability and joy.

In her free time, Hi`ilei is an avid volleyball player and a lover of animals. If she’s not on a volleyball court, you’ll likely find her spending quality time with her family and pit bulls.