Our Story

Wildflower Mountain Ranch was founded in 2021 when founders Bridget and Jeff Kilgrow decided that the services available for children with mental illness and behavior challenges were not delivering the level of services they wanted; not only for their own adopted children but for the many adoptive and otherwise struggling youth. In their commitment by applying their experience and wisdom to make better programs available, they believe that people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential. They gathered a board of directors with personal understanding and beliefs in changing the community of residential treatment for girls.

Bridget & Jeff Kilgrow

CEO, CFO & Founders

Bridget Kilgrow completed her B.S. degree in Communications at Colorado State University. She worked as a certified crisis counselor on a sexual-assault response team in LA County conducting forensic interviews with victimized children. In her real estate career, she has experienced being a top sales agent, and now has a successful new construction and development business, focused on making housing affordable and possible.Jeff Kilgrow has over thirty years of construction knowledge and experience. He is now an executive consultant at Moore Foundations in Los Angeles California. Bridget and Jeff are adoptive parents and know the joys and pains of raising children with severe mental health disabilities. Together they realize that being parents is the most important role that they will ever have in this life and are committed to applying their experience and wisdom in making better programs available for youth with mental illness.

Meet the Wildflower Team

Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are always on the ball, utilizing their unique skills and passion to move the work of our Women Empowerment Non-Profit Organization forward. We’re always pushing ourselves to stay ahead of the curve and striving to perfect our programs. Meet some of our incredible leaders below.

Veronica Bratcher

Clinical Director

Veronica earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University. She is an independently licensed therapist across three states, including Utah. Veronica has been an active member in the adoption and counseling field, working with adults and youth with a specialty in grief, trauma, and behavior challenges. She is an adoptive mother who has experienced first hand the challenges that youth can struggle with and has a personal investment in healing. She is trained and certified in Dialectical behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), and multiple other modalities.

Bre Kilgrow

Administrative Assistant/HR

Bre has been dedicated to Utah’s healthcare system for the past 11 years. She began her career as a Behavioral Technician (BT CNA) in the ICU at Intermountain Healthcare, and later advanced her education to better support patients with mental illness. Bre earned both her Emergency Medical Technician and Massage Therapy licenses, expanding her ability to provide comprehensive care. In addition to her role at Wildflower, Bre is an entrepreneur who runs her own wellness clinic. With her expertise in healthcare, mental health, and business, Bre is passionate about helping individuals and communities thrive.

Kit Baker (Pic Coming Soon)

Licensed Therapist

Kit Baker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Board-Certified Neurofeedback Practitioner (BCN), dedicated to helping youth build resilience and navigate life's challenges. By combining evidence-based therapeutic techniques with neurofeedback, he offers a holistic and compassionate approach to emotional well-being. As a father to all girls, Kit understands the importance of creating a supportive and nurturing environment, both personally and professionally. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking and experimenting with his smoker, bringing family and friends together over great food. When he's not in the kitchen, Kit can often be found immersed in a good book or exploring new ways to grow and connect.

Mike Corrigan

Quality Assurance Coordinator

Mike Corrigan has over four years of experience working with youth in residential treatment centers. For the past two and a half years, he has served as a Quality Assurance Coordinator, focusing on staff training, providing feedback, and fostering team dynamics to ensure high standards of care. Passionate about empowering young people, Mike creates environments where they can thrive through his calm, kind, and selfless leadership. With over 10 years of leadership experience, he excels in managing high-pressure situations and guiding teams with a focus on positive role modeling. He strongly believes in the values and vision of Wildflower Mountain Ranch and looks forward to its continued growth.

Gayle Plyer

Mental Health Technician

Gayle Plyer is an experienced entrepreneur and dedicated professional with over 25 years of experience working with individuals across all stages of life, from infancy to end-of-life care. She began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 16, founding her first business, and has since owned and operated several successful companies. Throughout her career, Gayle has worked as a teacher, care provider, and health/life coach, utilizing her passion for helping others achieve holistic well-being. She is a lifelong learner, committed to continuing education and supporting whole-self healing for all. Gayle’s journey has led her to Wildflower, where she is proud to be part of a compassionate and driven team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Lacy Rasmussen

Mental Health Technician

Lacy Rasmussen is a certified HNLP Neuro Coach specializing in transformative support for the girls at Wildflower Mountain Ranch. Using a combination of sound healing, essential oils, and teachings from Dr. Ellen Langer and Dr. Daniel Siegel on Mindsight and Mindfulness, Lacy guides the girls through behavioral challenges. Her sessions foster emotional resilience and personal growth, creating an environment centered on mindfulness and mental flexibility. Passionate about empowering young girls, Lacy is dedicated to helping them reconnect with their inner strength, paving the way for healthier, more balanced lives.

Eden Anderson

Mental Health Technician

Eden has been with Wildflower since January 2024 and is deeply passionate about supporting and caring for the girls. She is a certified nursing assistant (CNA) with extensive caregiving experience, which has taught her the importance of empathy, patience, and active listening in creating safe spaces for healing. Eden’s time serving an LDS mission in Mexico further honed her caregiving skills as she supported individuals both spiritually and practically. She plans to continue her work at Wildflower while pursuing a nursing career, combining her passion for emotional support with a focus on physical health to make a positive impact on others' lives. Eden is eager to build meaningful relationships and continue fostering an environment of care and support.

Alexis Ramis

Tech Lead

Alexis is currently studying Business Administration at Salt Lake Community College, with plans to further her education at Weber State University. Originally from the Midwest, she moved to Utah in 2020 with her husband and has since fallen in love with the state and its community. Alexis is deeply passionate about her role at Wildflower, where she appreciates the quality of care each girl receives. She values Wildflower’s commitment to creating a nurturing, supportive environment, ensuring that every girl feels like they have "a home away from home." Alexis is dedicated to contributing to this mission and looks forward to making a lasting positive impact on the lives of those she serves.

Cynthia Pickett

Mental Health Technician

Biography and picture coming soon!

Mallory Compton

Mental Health Technician

Mallory is passionate about helping others and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in social work at Weber State University, with plans to continue advancing her education. She chose to work at Wildflower Mountain Ranch because she deeply believes in its mission to support and empower young women. Her experience in residential treatment has reinforced her commitment to compassion, understanding, and individualized support—values that Wildflower fully embodies. Mallory is grateful to be part of an organization that brings positive change to the world. She loves working with youth, helping them build trust, find connection, and experience peace and happiness. Mallory is dedicated to using her skills and experience to support every young woman who joins the program, firmly believing that anyone who desires change can achieve it.

Shelby Boone

Culinary

Shelby has spent the past eleven years raising her two children, allowing her the flexibility to explore various personal interests, particularly in the creative arts. A former ballet dancer and teacher, she also attended Culinary School at Park City Culinary Institute in 2018 and taught cooking classes to fundraise for a children’s home in Chiapas, Mexico. Shelby and her son traveled to Mexico last summer to build apartments for children aging out of the orphanage. In 2012, after experiencing postpartum depression, Shelby became interested in mental illness and sought therapy to understand and heal from her struggles. She has spent the past eight years advocating for family members with severe mental illness and learning to communicate effectively with law enforcement. Shelby is passionate about destigmatizing mental illness.

In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, home improvement, and spending time with her family, nature, and traveling.

Kirsten Nelson

Music Therapist

Kirsten Nelson holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy from Utah State University. Her love for music began early, watching her mother teach piano, and she later learned to play the violin. After earning her degree, Kirsten taught music lessons in her home studio in Cache Valley, where she also served as chair of the Cache Valley Piano Chapter of the National Federation of Music Clubs and taught music classes at Logan Regional Hospital Child Development Center. After relocating to Davis County, she worked at Bravo Arts Academy, eventually becoming the Music Department Leader. In 2021, she opened the Music Academy of Utah with locations in Clearfield and South Ogden. Kirsten loves teaching and working with talented teachers and students, helping them discover the joy of music. Coming from a very musical family, she enjoys playing piano and violin with her mom, sisters, and brother, making music a lifelong passion.

Obi Owoh

Personal Trainer

Obi Owah is a certified Personal Training Specialist and Fitness Trainer who specializes in working with clients of all genders, body types, and ages. In addition to in-person training, he offers online coaching, expanding his reach globally.

Obi has been passionate about fitness since childhood. Over the years, he competed as a collegiate athlete at Weber State University as an All-American outside linebacker and was later scouted by the NFL.

Driven by a mission to inspire, motivate, and be a catalyst for positive change, Obi believes that with consistency, a strong work ethic, a sound nutritional regimen, and healthy lifestyle habits, anyone can achieve their goals. He is dedicated to helping individuals improve their lives, not only for themselves but for the people around them as well. Let’s be great!

Brian Eruaga

Food Operations Manager

Pic and Bio coming soon!

Kailee Greaves

Equine Trainer/ Ranch Hand

Kailee Greaves is a passionate animal lover, equestrian, and skilled autobody technician with a deep commitment to both the equestrian and automotive worlds. For the past five years, Kailee has been riding horses competitively in the sport of barrel racing. Her love for horses extends beyond just riding; she has spent the last four years as a dedicated riding instructor, teaching children the fundamentals of horseback riding and how to care for horses properly. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting horses, ensuring her students develop both confidence and compassion in their interactions with the animals. She also works as an autobody technician, where she applies her precision and hands-on expertise in the automotive industry.
Looking ahead, Kailee has plans to continue her equestrian journey, with aspirations to go pro in rodeo.

Ireland Eruaga

Registered Nurse

Pic and bio coming soon!