I have worked in the field of mental health and addiction since 2013 and have been conducting therapy since 2018.  Throughout this time, I have worked with individual adults and families as they struggle to move forward from addiction into recovery.  Coming from a background in social work allows me to look at a client’s situation from multiple angles and empower them to thrive in their lives.  I tend to utilize cognitive behavioral therapy strategies in order to assist my client’s in gaining insight into their addiction and mental health issues.  I help individuals take control of their recovery and move beyond survival into a place in their life that they can thrive. 

I came to ARCA with the hope that I can make a difference in one person’s life. To give every client the care and support needed for a successful recovery. As a mother of a son who struggled with substance use disorder from the age of 16 years old until he succumbed to the disease at the young age of 20 years old, I know the care, the kindness, and the words of encouragement (and even the stern words of disappointment) from “mom” is sometimes just what is needed to push through another day of sobriety. I’m here to be your biggest cheerleader!

Ryan is a person in long-term recovery who began his road to recovery by starting treatment with ARCA in July of 2019 and moving into Recovery House in August of 2019. In February of 2020 Ryan began managing for Recovery House and continues to do so to this day. After 18 years in the Food Service Industry, Ryan decided that it was time to make a career change to a career that was more fulfilling and became a Certified Peer Specialist. Ryan joined the ARCA team in March of 2021. Through sharing his relatable experiences in active addiction, and his success in sobriety with clients, Ryan seeks to inspire hope in those who are looking for a better way of life through recovery.