About us

Who we are

CompRehab, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary group of healthcare and rehabilitation specialists that provides rehabilitation services to injured workers within the Minnesota workers’ compensation system.

We provide a variety of services to injured workers and their employers. Our specialists have a unique combination of education, professional credentials and experience.

CompRehab is a wholly owned subsidiary of SFM Mutual Insurance Company.

Meet our team

 

Stacie Goodrich, MA, OTR/L, CDMS, QRC

Stacie Goodrich, MA, OTR/L, CDMS, QRC

President and Chief Operating Officer

Stacie became President and Chief Operating Officer of CompRehab, Inc. in 2019. She joined CompRehab in 2001 as a Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant. 

She is a graduate of the College of St. Scholastica with a Master of Arts degree in occupational therapy and a Bachelor of Arts degree in health sciences. She has 23 years of experience providing vocational rehabilitation services, medical case management services, and ergonomic workstation evaluations. Stacie provides ergonomic training and workstation evaluations in both office and industrial settings. She is skilled in performing detailed job analyses and job coaching services. Prior to joining CompRehab, Stacie worked as an occupational therapist in an inpatient rehabilitation setting where treatment focused on post-operative orthopedic therapies, evaluation of physical capabilities, and discharge planning. She has additional experience as an occupational therapist in an elementary school setting. 

Stacie serves on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Association of Rehabilitation Providers (MARP) and is an approved rehabilitation provider in the Exclusive Rehabilitation Consultant Network for the Union Construction Workers’ Compensation Program (UCWCP). She focuses her case work on removing return-to-work barriers for injured workers and enjoys the collaborative process of working with all parties in facilitating an appropriate and successful return to work for employees.

Jon Carlson, BSN, RN, CRRN, QRC

Jon Carlson, BSN, RN, CRRN, QRC

Senior Rehabilitation Consultant

Jon is a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Grand View College in Des Moines, Iowa. Jon has worked in the nursing field since 1996. In the seven years prior to coming to CompRehab, he worked as an intensive care nurse in a variety of settings including medical/surgical, trauma/neuro, and cardiac care units in the Twin Cities and across the nation. In addition, Jon has previous experience in a long-term care facility as a staff nurse and has experience as a home care nurse. Jon has been with CompRehab since 2003 and his expertise is utilized in the medical management of catastrophic injuries such as burns, spinal cord injuries, amputations and traumatic brain injuries. Jon is also an approved rehabilitation provider in the Exclusive Rehabilitation Consultant Network for the Union Construction Workers’ Compensation Program (UCWCP).

Anne Lockwood, MS, CDMS, CVE, QRC

Anne Lockwood, MS, CDMS, CVE, QRC

Senior Rehabilitation Consultant

Anne has a Master of Science degree in vocational rehabilitation with emphasis in vocational evaluation and work adjustment from the University of Wisconsin Stout and a Bachelor of Science degree in social work from St. Cloud State University. She joined the CompRehab team in 2005. Anne is experienced in performing vocational testing and is a Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE). She is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and is an approved rehabilitation provider in the Exclusive Rehabilitation Consultant Network for the Union Construction Workers’ Compensation Program (UCWCP). Anne is experienced in performing workstation evaluations, job analyses, and in providing career counseling. She has experience providing expert witness testimony for workers’ compensation hearings and Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) hearings. Anne is a member of the Minnesota Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (MARP). She has served on the board for MARP and the Minnesota Career Development Association (MCDA).

Becky Bowerman, MS, CDMS, QRC

Becky Bowerman, MS, CDMS, QRC

Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant

Becky has a Master of Science degree in rehabilitation counseling and a Bachelor of Science degree in vocational rehabilitation from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She also completed a licensure program in education through Crown College. Becky returned to QRC work in 2015 after providing case management services in a school setting for several years. She has worked in rehabilitation in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. Her experience includes: medical management, vocational counseling,  job analysis, transferable skills analysis and job placement. In addition, she has conducted vocational evaluations for the Veteran’s Administration through the Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation Program.

Terrance Easley, MS, CRC, QRC

Terrance Easley, MS, CRC, QRC

Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant

Terrance is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and joined the CompRehab team in 2022. He has a Master of Science degree in rehabilitation counseling and a Bachelor of Science degree in rehabilitation psychology, both from the University of Wisconsin. Terrance previously worked for the State of Minnesota as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for adults with various disabilities. He also worked in-patient psychiatric care as a Mental Health Associate with Abbott Northwestern Hospital. Terrance’s background is in case management, mental health counseling, service coordination, job placement services and career counseling.

Jeff Peters, BA, RN, QRC

Jeff Peters, BA, RN, QRC

Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant

Jeff joined the CompRehab team in 2022 and has years of experience as a QRC, medical case manager and registered nurse. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in health education from the University of Minnesota, and an Associate of Science degree in nursing science from Anoka Ramsey Community College. Jeff has worked in vocational rehabilitation since 2014, and as a medical nurse case manager since 2010. His direct care nursing experience includes working as an inpatient surgery and wound care specialist, and as an outpatient surgical nurse. Jeff is skilled in managing medically complex cases. He works to maximize medical services for injured worker to facilitate an optimal recovery. These efforts help maximize an injured worker’s physical capabilities which increases opportunities to secure a long-term, successful return to work.

Natalie Ross, MS, CRC, QRC

Natalie Ross, MS, CRC, QRC

Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant

Natalie is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and has been with CompRehab since 2018. She has a Master of Science degree in rehabilitation psychology from the University of Wisconsin, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota. Prior to joining us, Natalie worked for the State of Minnesota as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for young adults with disabilities. She is skilled in providing medical case management, return-to-work coordination, on-site job analysis, vocational counseling and guidance, and service coordination. Natalie enjoys collaborating with injured workers and their teams, to ensure a successful and safe return to work after an injury.

Erika Thissen, MS, CRC, QRC

Erika Thissen, MS, CRC, QRC

Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant

Erika joined CompRehab in 2023. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant. She has a Master of Science degree in rehabilitation counseling as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in humanities with a minor in political science and an emphasis in the natural sciences from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has previous experience providing vocational rehabilitation services, medical case management, and placement services in private rehabilitation. In addition to her experience in worker’s compensation, Erika is experienced and knowledgeable in direct client services and client care, as she has previous work experience providing direct care in a rehabilitation and long-term care facility where she worked one-on-one with individuals with various disabilities.

Lisa Vertelney, MA, CDMS, QRC

Lisa Vertelney, MA, CDMS, QRC

Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant

Lisa joined CompRehab in 2018. She has worked in the rehabilitation industry for more than 20 years specializing in placement, vocational testing, educational and labor market research. For more than eight years, as part of a two-person team, she completed vocational evaluations for workers’ compensation and railroad cases. In 2009 she received a master’s degree in human development with a focus on career development. Prior, as an owner of a military bus company, she developed policies and procedures required to work with many public agencies including the California Public Utilities Commission, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, USO, and the United States Marine Corp. Lisa has additional work experience as a service coordinator for a temporary employment agency and a resource teacher in a community education, welfare-to-work program. In 2017, using her knowledge of the rehab industry and vocational background, she began work as a QRC. Lisa is a member of the Minnesota Association of Rehabilitation Providers (MARP). She is creative and focused on obtaining positive results by utilizing her extensive experience to understand and resolve the challenges encountered during the rehabilitation process.

Laura Amundson, BS, OTR/L, QRC Intern

Laura Amundson, BS, OTR/L, QRC Intern

Rehabilitation Consultant Intern

Laura joined CompRehab in 2023 and provides services in central and northern Minnesota. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy from the College of St. Catherine. Laura has over 20 years of experience as an occupational therapist in a variety of settings in central Minnesota. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient healthcare settings, long-term care, and as an occupational therapist in a school setting. Laura is skilled in providing case management services and in collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. She is passionate about helping individuals regain their independence and restore their quality of life.

Donna Heitz

Donna Heitz

Senior Administrative Team Member

Donna has worked in the workers’ compensation and rehabilitation industry since 1990, joining CompRehab in 2002. She is a graduate of the business/administration program at Crown College and holds certificates in management and supervision from Hennepin Vocational Technical College. Donna’s work experience includes office management, supervision, efficiency training, and implementation of efficiency procedures.

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