Mental health clinic opens in Osburn
The staff at WestWind Wellness Clinic's Silver Valley office hosted a ribbon cutting last week. Pictured from the left are Julie Westby, Rick Westby, Kadance Haxton, Joshua Westby, Heather Branstetter and Matthew Stebbins.
JOSH McDONALD
OSBURN — A familiar building now has a new tenant as WestWind Wellness Clinic has opened in the former Shoshone News-Press office.
Founded in 2023 by the father and son team of Rick and Joshua Westby, WestWind has been active in Coeur d’Alene for two years, but the Silver Valley natives wanted to see something in their own community.
“That research, built on years of education and connection to the region, highlighted a clear need for services tailored to this community, by people who truly understand it,” said Joshua Westby, executive director. “As a team, we saw the importance of planting deep roots and creating a lasting resource that could serve generations. This office is the result of over a decade of education, research, and dedication to making that vision a reality.”
WestWind Silver Valley will offer a number of mental health services, including talk therapy, peer support, skill-building and life coaching. They will also utilize the community space inside their building to host substance use recovery, anger management, parenting support and skill development.
“Our mission is to provide not only individualized care but also accessible, community-driven mental health resources that meet people where they are,” Westby said. “We’re committed to creating a space that feels safe, welcoming and rooted in the unique needs of the Silver Valley.”
WestWind’s staff is rooted in the Silver Valley. Joshua Westby brings 14 years of experience, working primarily with youth. Rick has spent a lifetime specializing in treating and supporting patients who struggle with substance use, depression, adjustment and life transitions. Last year, they hired Matt Stebbins to shore up their administrative staff.
“We often joke that between all of us, we know just about everyone in the county — and that’s exactly the kind of local, relational support we aim to provide,” Joshua said.
WestWind’s Coeur d’Alene office recently relocated to a larger, ADA-compliant facility that allows them to provide more services while also acting as the company’s training center for new mental health clinicians.
“Whether someone needs help navigating a tough time, building life skills, or simply being seen and heard, we’re ready to walk with them," Joshua Westby said.
WestWind Wellness Center’s new Coeur d’Alene location is 1919 N. Third St. The new Silver Valley office is at 620 E. Mullan Ave., Osburn.
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