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Leadership Team
Chief Executive Officer
Cory Cooper
Cory has worked in the Behavioral Health field for over 15 years. He has a BA in Psychology from Temple University and an MBA from La Salle University. His passion for helping underserved communities began while working at an adolescent treatment facility in Bucks County, Pa. Since entering the Human Services field, Cory has worked with a variety of populations with diagnoses that range from Autism, IDD, Mental Health and Substance Use. His care philosophy revolves around not only understanding and empowering the individual, but embracing and aligning their stakeholders. His leadership focus is to build meaningful relationships and encourage mission-centered action. He started at Steps to Recovery in 2013 as the Director of Operations, opening one of the first true Extended Care providers in the Northeast Region. As the COO, Cory helped to form Civiq Health after a merge with Silver Pines Treatment Center in 2019. Outside of work, Cory spends most of his time with his wife, three young children, and dog (dinky).
Chief Financial Officer
Lori Dumont, CPA
Lori has worked in the accounting field for over 15 years. She is responsible for maintaining and analyzing the financial records, budgeting, establishing and implementing accounting policies & procedures, and payroll and benefit administration. Prior to joining STR, Lori worked in public accounting in the areas of corporate and individual taxation, financial statement preparation & analysis, and auditing. She also served as the Controller for a major manufacturing company.
Lori earned her Master’s in Taxation and Bachelor’s in Accounting degrees from the Stillman School of Business at Seton Hall University. She is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association.
Medical Director
Dr. Matthew Sommons, M.D.
Dr. Matthew Sommons attended college locally in Allentown, PA at Muhlenberg College. Upon graduation, Dr. Sommons received a Navy scholarship to attend medical school at Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He completed his Psychiatry Residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. In his career as a Navy and civilian Psychiatrist, Dr. Sommons has worked in various capacities including inpatient psychiatry, adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, acute detox and geriatric psychiatry. As a private practice Psychiatrist, Dr. Sommons specialized in medication management of adult psychiatric conditions, addiction psychiatry and psychotherapy. His practice philosophy and approach varies between Rational Emotive Therapy and Insight Oriented Therapy depending on patient preference. In addiction treatment, Dr. Matthew Sommons relies heavily on the Motivational Interviewing philosophy to guide interventions as he believes this technique best honors individual responsibility, autonomy and choice, which are crucial in the recovery process.
Associate Medical Director
Dr. Matthew Sophy, DO
Dr Matthew Sophy is a graduate of DeSales University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his Internship and Family Medicine Residency at Delaware Valley Medical Center. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Sports Medicine and Addiction Medicine. He maintains a family practice in Port Carbon, PA since 1984. He has worked at Silver Pines Treatment Center since 2018. He believes in a holistic approach to patients and draws on his vast experience to provide excellent patient care.
Director of Quality Assurance
Lauren Nolan
As Director of Quality Assurance, Lauren oversees the quality and efficacy of all of STR’s services, constantly striving to improve client care. Lauren is also our acting safety and infection control officer, ensuring that Steps to Recovery is a safe place for our clients to recover in. Lauren’s strong work ethic, attention to detail, and personal experience in recovery have made her a valuable asset to the team.
Senior Director of Clinical Services
Manny Rivera, MA, LPC, NCC
Manny is the Sr. Director of Clinical Services for STR Behavioral Health and has over ten years of experience in the treatment of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Manny graduated from Rutgers University in 2008 with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and in 2011 completed his Graduate degree from La Salle University with a Masters in Clinical/ Counseling Psychology. Throughout his educational experience, Manny had worked in various clinical settings providing treatment to adolescent populations struggling with various Social Skills Deficits ranging from Autistic Spectrum Disorder to Conduct Disorder. In addition to this, over the last 10+ years, Manny has been providing treatment to those struggling with SUD and other related disorders. In terms of approach, both as a director and clinician, Manny implements a strategy in understanding the capacity for human relationships as being both rewarding and challenging. Early on in his education, his Professor said, “You cannot hope to know yourself (or anyone else) without understanding how the love-loss dynamic plays out in your life.” This has been a template for his experience of the work in developing relationships with people in order to invoke growth through social situations; while incorporating an understanding of one’s own issues of transference and counter-transference that often gets lost in most relationships where growth can occur.
Executive Director
Matthew Bartos MSW, LCSW, CAADC
Matthew Bartos has been active in Substance Use Treatment for close to six years. He started his career at Little Creek Lodge, a 90-day inpatient program for adult males, in Hamlin, PA. During his time with Little Creek he worked many positions from Residential Care Worker and ending his time there as the Director of Operations. While working, Matt obtained his Masters of Social Work from Marywood University and is currently set to complete his Masters of Public Administration in December of 2019. He is the active President of Speak Up for Ben, a non-profit based in Bethlehem, PA which focuses on helping family members who are experiencing grief due to the stigmatized death of a loved one. Matt is also the acting Northeast Divisional Chair of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). As regional chair it is his responsibility to advocate for the Social Work profession as well as all the NASW members in the Northeastern Counties of Pennsylvania. Matt joined the team of Civiq Health as the Executive Director of Silver Pines because of his commitment to helping those with Substance Use Disorder and their families. Matt is deeply aligned with our client-centered approach and is excited to bring his expertise and team-centric nature to the management team. His background as a Social Worker adds a unique layer to our clients’ experience as well Matt’s management style. Working with marginalized and disenfranchised persons has become Matt’s passion and he looks forward to continuing his mission of creating systems whereby both clients and co-workers can experience support and lives of purpose.
Executive Director
Maryanna Staerk, MPH, MBA, RDN, MCHES
Maryanna Staerk has dedicated ten years to the mental health field, ignited by her impactful experience at an inpatient psychiatric facility. Witnessing the rapid transformation in individuals’ mental health inspired her passion. As a registered dietitian, she integrates nutrition awareness into her practice, recognizing the vital link between food and overall wellness. Maryanna embodies inclusive leadership, championing diversity and celebrating individual strengths. She leads with unwavering passion, positivity, and a relentless curiosity for growth.
Fulfilling a lifelong aspiration, Maryanna spearheaded the opening of Pennsylvania’s inaugural mental health primary adult residential facility. Her visionary leadership and extensive clinical expertise enrich the STR Cedar Creek team. With over a decade of leadership experience, Maryanna is committed to advancing mental health care and fostering holistic well-being.
Executive Director
Heather Terrible, MPA
Heather is a highly dedicated leader with nearly three decades of experience developing behavioral, mental health and substance abuse programs in both community and residential settings. Her accomplishments range from hiring, training, and managing multiple regions to expanding programs that help children and adults facing various challenges. Her innovative approach has not only fueled regional growth but also contributed to policy improvements in the field. Heather’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work is evident in her efforts to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.Heather completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Delaware and holds a Master’s in Public Administration from Kutztown University. Heather currently serves on the executive committee of the Bethlehem Food Co-Op Board, as the HR chair after having completed 2 years as Vice Chair. She has also applied her keen business acumen to the Real Estate and General Manager Search committees. Heather has dedicated her time to the Co-Op’s mission of striving to promote sustainable and equitable access to food for all members of the community. With a proven track record of program success and community impact, Heather is driven to create positive change. When Heather is not busy with her professional and community engagements, she cherishes spending quality time with her family. Her love for the outdoors is evident as she engages in activities like hiking, kayaking, and skiing, allowing her to unwind and recharge.
Executive Director
Patrick Spearing
Pat Spearing is the Executive Director for STR Bucks County. Previously Pat was the Program Manager, Pat helped create STR’s program structure both at the clinical office, and outside of normal business hours at housing. He does this by devoting dedicated supervision time the leadership team at STR-Bucks and has a particular focus on our client’s community integration. Pat’s door is always open to new clients to the program and does his best to address their individual concerns. He has worked in every direct support role there is at STR. Pat uses that experience to teach others by leading through example and relating to both clients and staff. He completed a BA in clinical psychology and an MBA from Delval University. His years of experience, combined with a natural passion to understand and help people heal, makes him an ideal leader.
Clinical Director
Brandon Williams
Brandon Williams, Clinical Director of Silver Pines Treatment Center obtained his Master’s Degree in addiction counseling from Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation in 2016. Brandon also holds a BA in Psychology and Education from Bucknell University. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CAADC). Brandon has worked in multiple levels of care, including: intensive outpatient, correctional facility, and residential treatment. He is motivated by providing the best quality mental health and substance abuse treatment to every client that enters Silver Pines. Brandon says watching clients grow and begin to enjoy recovery is what he finds most fulfilling about his work. When he is not working, Brandon enjoys spending time with his family.
Program Manager
Tiffany Rodick
Tiffany Rodick is the Program Manager at Steps to Recovery Bucks County. As Program Manager, Tiffany oversees the clinical/housing programming at STR this role engages with clients at all levels of care ensuring that clients are receiving comprehensive and compassionate care.
Prior to this role, Tiffany was a full-time clinician working in STR’s Stride program. Tiffany graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Stevenson University and is currently enrolled and soon to complete her Masters of Science in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Walden University. Tiffany has eight years of experience working as a Behavioral Specialist in both inpatient and hospital-based settings providing crisis stabilization and treatment for children, adolescents, and adult populations. In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys exploring nature, enhancing her spiritual practices through yoga and meditation, and spending time with family and friends. Tiffany emphasizes providing a safe, open, and therapeutic environment to explore various life challenges and transitions.
Program Manager
Jennifer Bell, BA
Jennifer brings a multifaceted background in clinical care, management, and operational training to her role as Program Manager offering a strong foundation to deliver comprehensive care. Jennifer believes in the importance of leading with compassion and providing effective, individualized care. She believes in the importance of team collaboration to meet client needs. With a deep commitment to improving client care, Jennifer is involved with the development and oversees implementation of programs and interventions that support individuals dealing with various mental health challenges. Jennifer brings a comprehensive understanding of mental health care, having worked directly with patients, led complex projects, and trained teams to deliver high-quality, culturally competent services. This diverse experience allows Jennifer to effectively manage and enhance programs that address the unique needs of individuals in the community. With a strong focus on evidence-based practices and holistic therapeutic intervention as well as a commitment to professional development, Jennifer ensures that the facility’s services are both innovative and compassionate, fostering a supportive environment for both staff and patients.
Program Manager
Ryan Berger, MAE, PE, LEED AP
Ryan Berger joined the Silver Pines’ team in March of 2020. He brings with him ten years of experience related to recovery. Ryan is passionate, hard-working, driven, and client-focused. He brings a team approach to situations but never loses site of building relationships with clients. Before joining the Silver Pines leadership team, Ryan was a critical component of our Care Coordinator staff. Ryan quickly ingrained himself with our team and became an invaluable member. Before entering this field, Ryan obtained a Master’s in Architectural Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University. Ryan’s client focused approach is complimented by his understanding of systems and how they work together to benefit organizations and their clients. In his free time Ryan enjoys spending time with his family. He also has a penchant for reading books on world history, hiking and mountain biking.
Nurse Manager
Rita Hartz, LPN
Rita Hartz, LPN. has over twenty years of nursing experience in various healthcare settings. She began her nursing career out of high school working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Long Term Care setting providing care to fragile and elderly patients. While continuing to work she attended Schuylkill Training and Technology Center’s Practical Nursing Program. After taking her NCLEX as required by the State board of Nursing and earning her License to practice she progressed to various aspects of acute care nursing as well as telemetry and emergency care working as an LPN. She also has experience working in the home setting field where she worked closely with client families to provide quality care. Rita joined our team at Silver Pines Treatment Center as an LPN in our Detox Nursing Department in March of 2018 because of her passion to help those with substance abuse disorders. She progressed to the role of Lead Nurse with CIVIQ Health in October of 2019. Her compassionate and understanding nature as well as her dedication to caring for others brings comfort to our clients and their families. She looks forward to continuing her career and working closely with our team of Skilled Nurses, Clinical Team and Leadership team to offer comfort and support to our clients as they begin their journey into sobriety.
Nighttime Supervisor
William Guers, BS
William Guers started working at Silver Pines in 2019 as a care coordinator before moving up to nighttime supervisor. William earned his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Bloomsburg University in 2018. William is currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Management from Southern New Hampshire University.
William is in recovery himself for 5 years now. He is hard working and dedicated to carrying out our mission. He is also goal oriented, driven, forward thinking and passionate about helping individuals and families who suffer from substance abuse and mental health disorders.
In William’s free time he likes to play basketball, spend time with friends and family, and take his dog for hikes.
Human Resources Manager
Ashley Filer, BA
Ashley is our Human Resources Administrator here at STR behavioral Health. Ashley comes with years of experience with recruiting, onboarding, training, employee relations, performance management, leadership training and development. Her knowledge of the many aspects of the field allows her to respond to employee inquiries on policies and procedures. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Management with a focus in Human Resources from Temple University. In her free time, Ashley enjoys dancing and the outdoors, as well as spending time with her son.
Executive Chef
Andreana Ferrari, BS, Certified Nutrition Coach
Andreana was raised in the family restaurant business, learning the joy and importance of good food and hospitality at a young age. She went on to receive her Bachelor’s of Science at The Pennsylvania State University in Hotel Restaurant and Institutional Management. Dre found her home at Silver Pines in 2017 as a place where she could combine her passions for culinary creation and helping others. In her role as Executive Chef, she focuses on holistic wellness by serving a variety of fare that addresses nutritional needs and comforts the soul. As Nutrition Coach, Dre works to educate clients about the benefits of a balanced diet and to facilitate the inclusion of healthy eating behaviors as a part of sustainable recovery and wellbeing.
Executive Chef
Wadia Johnson
Chef Wadia is currently the Executive Chef at Cedar Creek where she continues to showcase her culinary prowess and passion for delivering exceptional cuisine. A graduate of The Art Institute of Philadelphia, Chef Wadia continues to push boundaries in the culinary world, exploring new techniques, flavors, and sustainable practices. Her culinary philosophy centers around fresh, locally sourced ingredients transformed into unforgettable dining experiences.
With over 14 years of culinary expertise, Chef Wadia is a seasoned professional known for his creative flair and dedication to quality in every dish Her passion in culinary started at an early age. This passion evolved into a distinguished career spanning various culinary settings. Chef Wadia has honed her skills in fine dining establishments, bringing elevated gastronomic experiences to discerning patrons. Her commitment to excellence led her to explore different culinary arenas, including catering for nursing homes and schools, where she championed nutritious and flavorful meals tailored to specific dietary needs.
Drawing from a wealth of experience, Chef Wadia seamlessly blends innovation with tradition, crafting menus that captivate palates and exceed expectations. Her leadership extends beyond the kitchen, fostering culinary teams and inspiring a culture of culinary excellence. Beyond the kitchen, Chef Wadia enjoys sharing his culinary journey through cooking classes, demonstrations, and community engagements.
Clinical
Psychiatrist
Dr. Newman, MD
Dr. Newman is a graduate of Temple University Medical School. She did her residency in psychiatry at Hahnemann University. Her undergraduate training was at The University of Rochester where she obtained a B.A. in Music. Following this, she spent some time in New York City working in the musical theatre.
Her areas of concentration in psychiatry have included substance use disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and other process addictive disorders. She has worked in long-term recovery programs, including mother-child programs substance use recovery treatment programs in Philadelphia, and was in private practice previously.
Dr. Newman believes that evidence-based, relational, and holistic approaches are the guide to optimizing care. She seeks out team-based treatment settings and continues to be enthusiastic about working with individuals on their journey and the advances in our field.
Physician Assistant
Tyler Scicchitano, MSPAS, PA-C
Tyler began his work in the field of addiction treatment 7 years ago at a halfway house for men located in Edwardsville, PA. In 2014 he enrolled at King’s college where he earned his BS in Medical Sciences and eventually a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2019. He became certified as a Physician Assistant and began his career in Internal Medicine in Scranton Pennsylvania. After one year of Internal Medicine Tyler joined our team to begin his practice in Addiction Medicine. He was drawn to Silver Pines by our client-centered focus and team approach. Tyler is enthusiastic about providing medical care and education to our clients to enable and empower them to build a foundation for a meaningful, positive and fruitful life.
Physician Assistant
Kyle Mummey M.S
Kyle joined the Silver Pines treatment team June 2022 as a per diem provider. Kyle quickly made his presence felt by aligning himself with our client-centered approach and focusing on individualizing medicine by engaging in shared decision making with our clients and creating a strong patient-provider relationship. Kyle comes to Silver Pines with a wealth of experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, pulmonology, and critical care as well as addition medicine. He graduated magna cum laude in 2005 with a B.S. in Medical Studies and minors in Biology and Health Care Administration. Kyle graduated with an M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies in 2006 and is currently working on a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc). In addition to all his work with patients, Kyle also enjoys working with students and his local community. Kyle was a Clinical Faculty member at Kings College and developed Kings’ Endocrinology curriculum for graduate level physician assistants. When Kyle is not working, teaching, and being an all-around incredible human, he gives back to his community by being an active firefighter and EMT. Kyle’s experience, knowledge, and passion are clearly seen with our clients who regard him with respect. Our clients know they are getting top tier care when they work with Kyle.
Physician Assistant
Jessica Schauer PA-C, MA
Jes is a certified physician assistant that graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in physician assistant studies in 2014. Ever since she became a PA-C, she has worked clinically seeing patients in addiction medicine and family medicine. In 2019, she started working at Silverpines and later Steps to Recovery in 2020. At both locations, she examines and manages patients who battle substance abuse disorders and co-occurring disease processes. She treats individuals in all levels of care, which includes detox, residential, PHP and IOP. Jes graduated with a Master of Arts for Medical Sciences in Biopsychology from Liberty University in 2022. After graduation, she created an addiction-based neuroscience lecture series, that she presents to both locations. She is passionate about educating people regarding addiction to better serve them during their recovery processes.
Physician Assistant
Jessica Hoffman, MSPAS, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Jessica is a physician assistant who has worked in various fields of medicine. She obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies at Arcadia University. After years of clinical practice, she took some time away as a stay-at-home mother to take care of her three children, including being an advocate for her son who is on the autism spectrum. Returning to clinical practice after navigating the healthcare system for a child with special needs helped Jessica gain a perspective and approach to patient care which is unique. Her focus on compassionate care fits well with Step to Recovery’s client-centered approach. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family, going to the gym, reading, and listening to her vinyl album collection.
Nurse Practitioner
Belinda Early PMHNP,AGPCNP
Belinda Early is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. Belinda has 14 years of nursing experience in the medical and psychiatric field ranging from child/adolescent, adult inpatient care, community mental health, and substance abuse treatment. Belinda received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Nursing. Her focus is on treatment of mood disorders, trauma, acute psychosis, anxiety, substance abuse, and chronic mental Illness. I manage these disorders through psychiatric assessment, medication management, motivational interviewing, CBT, and brief psychotherapeutic interventions. Belinda’s focus is to improve the quality of life for all individuals with a goal of improving executive functioning and activities of daily living. She is committed to delivering patient-centered care through evidence-based practices and holistic care.
Nurse Practitioner
Monique LaMontagne, MSN, BA, RN, PMHNP
Monique is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and has practiced psychiatric and addictions nursing for nearly a decade. She earned her Master’s of Nursing from Drexel University where she also minored in Addictions Counseling. In addition, she holds a Bachelors of Communications from Arcadia University, a Bachelors of Nursing from West Chester University, and an Associates of Nursing from the Community College of Philadelphia. Before becoming a nurse, she worked as a film & television location manager and union stagehand.
In 2023 Monique proudly celebrated ten years in recovery. She is passionate about serving others who struggle with mental health and addiction challenges. She believes in treating the whole person; mind, body, & spirit and takes a holistic approach with each individual who seeks her care.
Her spare time is spent amongst friends, family, horses, books, and other living things.
Lead Clinician
Erin Carey, MS, CAADC,NCC, LPC
Erin is a Clinician at Steps to Recovery, focusing primarily in StR’s Phase II Outpatient Program. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Desales University and received her Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, specializing in Addiction Treatment at Chestnut Hill College. Erin has worked in the field since 2008 at various levels of care and specializes in treating the high-risk/chronic relapse population as well as young adults. Erin believes in both an eclectic and holistic approach to treatment; treating the individual as a whole. Erin strives to individualize treatment, instill hope and utilizes CBT, motivational interviewing and strength-based modalities within the treatment process. Erin is compassionate and her passion for the field fuels her work.
Primary Therapist
Jesus Carmona
Jesus Carmona started at Silver Pines as a Care Coordinator in 2021. After building a strong foundation at Silver Pines, Jesus re-enrolled in school to further his education and advance in the addiction field, specifically with Silver Pines. Jesus transitioned from a Care Coordinator to Counselor’s Assistant, into his current role as a Clinician. Jesus is working towards obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with a concentration in substance abuse. Jesus’s passion to help others struggling with addiction derives from being a person in long term recovery. Jesus prides himself in helping clients feel comfortable and safe enough to be themselves and helping clients find love for themselves again. In his free time, Jesus enjoys spending time with his family, taking walks with his dog, watching & playing basketball, and designing clothes.
Primary Therapist
Pate DuBois MS, AMFT
Pate DuBois joined the team of Silver Pines Treatment Center in May of 2023. Pate had been living in California for the past 10+ years. Pate moved to Pennsylvania in December of 2021. Pate obtained a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Psychology at the University of Valley Forge in 2010. Pate obtained a Master’s of Science Degree in Counseling, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy at California State University, Sacramento in 2015. Pate approaches life with curiosity and wonder—often responsible, a serious-minded pragmatist, and thinks systemically. Pate in particular enjoys assisting in the process of improving the welfare of people and making things better for the greater good. Pate sees an abundance of situations to improve and accepts the dynamic chaos of life as it is. Pate has a strong sense of justice and fairness and is willing to tolerate and understand the diversity of humanity to further progress for the greater good. Pate achieves an ideal work-life balance, understands how to relax, and the importance of self-care. Pate often incorporates and utilizes therapeutic techniques and interventions from REBT, CBT, ACT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy.
Family Program Clinician
Marianna “Mace” Cooper-Drew, MA, LPC
Mace is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of experience in community treatment services. She has a passion for helping people and is committed to individuals and families impacted by trauma, loss, substance abuse, and neglect. As Vice President of Behavioral Health Services for one the largest providers in Southeastern PA. She has the opportunity to provide consultation and supervision to therapists, clinical administrators, and interns. Mace also maintains a private practice in Bucks County working with individuals and couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy. A certified anger management specialist, she is also trained in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; ESFT (Eco-Systemic Family Therapy); the ARC (Attachment, Regulation, Competency) Model. Mace’s work at STR Behavioral Health includes developing and leading our Family Program, Anger Management Curriculum, and Trauma-informed Resiliency groups. Always passionate about ensuring quality clinical care, promoting self-motivation, and learning, she is left believing that “sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up.” (Brene Brown).
((Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Associate Certified Coach (ACC), Certified BALM Family Recovery Life Coach and Certified BALM 12 Steps Workshop Facilitator)
Primary Therapist
Alisha Barnes MS, LPC, CCTP
Alisha is a primary therapist at Silver Pines Treatment Center. She holds a BA in Psychology from West Chester University and a Masters in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. As a primary therapist, Alisha is responsible for providing individual and group therapy, as well as insuring case management needs are coordinated in the treatment setting. Alisha presents with a focus in trauma-informed care and is continuing training in furthering this skill set. Alisha began working in Human Services at various clinical settings, providing treatment to young children presenting with behavioral difficulties as a result of both traumatic experiences and in-utero substance dependence. Services focused on offering assistance to both the children themselves, as well as legal guardians, in order to begin the healing process. Over the last 3 years, Alisha has focused on providing services to adults with substance use disorders, as well as other related co-occurring disorders. Her fundamental philosophy is in providing client-centered treatment that attends to the unique needs of each presenting individual. Alisha aims to build a therapeutic alliance, based upon providing a safe and trusting environment that allows for further exploration. As noted by Shannon L. Alder, ” “Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.”
Primary Therapist
Jennifer Fisher, BS
Jennifer Fisher started at Silver Pines as a Lead Care Coordinator in 2018 decided to go back to school in 2019. Worked full time, attended school full time, and graduated in 2021 with a Bachelor’s in Rehabilitation and Human Services. Jennifer left Silver Pines to further her career as a Program Manager for young adults in an Independent Living setting. Jennifer’s passion has always been to help those in recovery due to battling with addiction. She returned to Silver Pines to be a clinician to fulfill her desire and passion. Jennifer herself has been in long term recovery. She is currently pursuing her master’s in social work at Marywood University.
Primary Therapist
Zachary Houser, CADC
Zachary is a primary therapist at Silver Pines Treatment Center. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. Prior to his work at Silver Pines, Zachary has worked as a clinician at Firetree Ltd. and in various case management and therapeutic roles at other agencies including Access Services, and Merakey. Zachary brings a total of 12 years of experience to his role in Silver Pines treatment team. His varied work experiences have instilled in him a desire to help people in need, a respect for granting people’s autonomy, and the practice wisdom to help people make the changes that they want to make. Zachary joined Silver Pines in January of 2023. He has brought along skills of working with various populations including both adults and children, intellectually disabled individuals, autistic individuals, people with mental health diagnoses, as well as people struggling with substance use disorders. Zachary came to Silver Pines because of our client-centered approach, our mission of individualized care, and our willingness to go above and beyond for every one of our clients. When not working, Zachary serves as a volunteer staff member of a local non-profit live-action role-playing organization, Wyvern Rising, and plays bass guitar and ukulele in two bands. He also enjoys spending time with his family and 3 dogs.
Primary Therapist: Veterans and First Responders
Harry Fisher, BS
Harry Fisher joined the team of Silver Pines in August of 2024. What drew Harry to join the Silver Pines team was his desire to work with other clinicians who genuinely care about other people dealing with substance abuse, He also wanted to work for an organization that prioritizes the wellbeing of others. Harry holds an associate’s degree in criminal justice from Eastern Gateway community college and holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Franklin University and is in the process of beginning his master’s degree in psychology. Harry is an advanced crisis intervention specialist as well and a graduate of the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Academy where he was a sergeant for his class.
Harry is a retired police officer with over twenty years of service. Harry was assigned to criminal investigations and achieved the rank of corporal during his police career. Harry was a decorated officer with 11 letters of commendation throughout his career and was awarded for his outstanding and dedicated service to the community he served. Harry also received several life saving awards. Harry also provides part time private security for the Philadelphia Eagles Football Team at their home games at Lincoln Financial Field. Most recently, Harry was employed as a drug and alcohol clinician at Firetree LTD and worked as a mental health clinician at Children’s Service Center.
Harry brings unique personal experiences to Silver Pines, and he volunteers working with veterans and first responders who suffer from PTSD, trauma, and substance use disorders. Harry is a student of the three principals of psychology and teaches those principles to others. He also incorporates and utilizes motivational interviewing, CBT, and DBT. In Harry’s time off, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, hiking, boxing, fishing, and going to the gym. He is also an avid Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, and Sixers fan.
Clinician
Pete Demeester, MS
Pete Demeester is a Master’s level Clinician who has over twenty five years of experience in the mental health and drug and alcohol field. Throughout the years, Pete has worked at a variety of providers and therefore has a strong Clinical background and supervisory experience. Pete has extensive experience in Individual and group counseling, trauma and addictions counseling, Treatment planning, discharge planning and case management. He’s also been trained in crisis prevention (CPI) and management of aggression using the Mandt System. As a clinician, Pete focuses on developing and enhancing skills for clients that include budgeting, after-care planning, goal setting and relapse prevention.
Clinician
Michelle Quinones, MA
Michelle is a Clinician at Steps to Recovery, focusing primarily in the STRIDE/MH program. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Widener University and received her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Rosemont College. Michelle has over eight years of experience in the field, providing treatment in various levels of care with a number of different populations. Michelle utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral practices (CBT), specifically focusing on the Socratic Method, as her main goal is to provide awareness and security for one’s core values, principles, and beliefs. Michelle strives to ensure that each client’s care is individualized and meaningful to one’s own needs and grasps strongly on not just what is being communicated, but also what is not being communicated through nonverbal cues. Michelle’s passion to help others continues to be the driving force in her work daily, which has allowed the opportunity for opening trust and communication and ultimately witnessing great successes.
Locations: Bucks County
Clinician
Ashley Mitchell, MAAT
Ashley Mitchell has recently joined the clinician team at STR Behavioral Health Bucks County. Her passion is to help those who struggle with substance use and mental health. Ashley has experienced fighting addiction and mental health in the past and understands the battle. For over seven years, Ashley has worked in this field and believes that with guidance, compassion, and support, anyone can live a beautiful life in Recovery.
Ashley has her master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from Penn West University. She started her education in teaching, where she received her BA at Temple University. She decided to change her major when she realized she wanted to help others who struggled with the same thing she did. Ashley’s favorite outlet is art. She discovered she could use art as a method of therapy. She gained most of her experience as an Art Therapist at Interim House, a dual-diagnosis facility for women. She has done individual and group therapy with adolescents and adults throughout the years at other dual-diagnosis treatment centers. Ashley’s favorite approaches in therapy are solution-focused, DBT, CBT, and exposure therapy. She believes that the most important thing about being a clinician is trust, communication, and listening.
Clinician
Kenneth Benko
Kenneth Benko is a clinician at Steps to Recovery. Kenneth has been working in the substance abuse field for 6 years, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. Kenneth has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Kean University and is on his way to obtaining his CADC in the next few months. Kenneth has a passion for helping others grow and overcome their struggles. He utilizes modalities such as Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness practices. Kenneth provides a nonjudgmental space combined with active focused listening to guide the individual toward their self-directed goals. In his personal life, Kenneth enjoys creating music, writing, and spending time with loved ones.
Clinician
Belloh Harris, MS
Belloh Harris is a dedicated and compassionate counselor with a strong background in psychology and mental health counseling. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Mansfield University and recently received her master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Holy Family University. Throughout her career, she has gained extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing essential mental health and behavioral services. Belloh has developed a specialization in working with adults dealing with substance abuse, as well as individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Her expertise lies in providing support and guidance to those facing these complex challenges, helping them navigate through their difficulties and work towards positive mental well-being. With her academic background and practical experience, Harris is committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of her clients. She approaches her work with empathy, understanding, and a deep commitment to promoting mental health awareness and resilience.
Clinician
Zaria Raymond, MA
Zaria works as a Clinician in the Outpatient program at Steps to Recovery. Throughout her college career, she has devoted time to studying the effects of racial microaggressions in a college environment. She has a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and has provided counseling to children and adolescents who have been given a variety of mental health diagnoses. She is interested in looking at family systems to understand each person as a whole and focuses mainly on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Zaria is passionate about helping each person develop their autonomy and confidence so they can successfully navigate the challenges of life. She has experience working with people at different levels of care in the SUD field and is passionate about creating an environment that fosters growth and development. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, parasailing and activities rooted in self-growth and development.
Clinician
Brittney Hobbs, M.Ed.
Brittney is a Clinician at STR, focusing on mental health and substance abuse. She received a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Temple University. She also has a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in social work and social justice from Rutgers University. Brittney utilizes an eclectic approach to treatment; using approaches that best fit the individual. Brittney likes to incorporate techniques such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT) to help individuals understand, and better manage their emotions and behaviors, as well as others. Brittney is empathetic in her approach to treatment. She believes being open-minded, understanding of others, and having good communication skills promotes resilience and a strong sense of self.
Clinician
Abigail Weldner MA, CAADC
Abbey is a clinician at STR Behavioral Health – Lehigh Valley. She holds a BA in psychology from West Chester University and a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling from Kutztown University . As a counselor she is responsible for providing group therapy and individual counseling. She has worked in the outpatient setting for seven years, providing services to those with substance use disorders at the general outpatient and intensive outpatient level. She has also worked in the jail system, developing and running groups. She has an understanding that substance use disorder is a family disease, and needs to be treated with the whole family involved. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with children and family.
Clinican
Christine Burnette, MS
Christine Burnette is a Clinician at STR Lehigh Valley and a master’s level multicultural clinician, who is currently a Ph.D. candidate obtaining her Ph.D. in the field of Human Services. Her educational degrees, experiences, and pursuits allow Christine to explore the intersectionality of counseling and substance use disorders within different populations, utilizing a broaching technique that enhances cultural humility, contains intercultural dialogues about sociocultural factors between the clinician and client. As a multicultural clinician, Christine works with clients to examine the sociocultural aspects of their lives as the individual seeks pro-social skills sets that will allow them to achieve their therapeutic goals. Christine has worked with individuals struggling with substance abuse, mental health, and criminality for over 17 years. She has worked with many different populations which consist of children (4-13) adolescents (14-18) young adults and members within the senior adulthood range, also including but not limited to individuals on the autism spectrum and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities populations. During her career, Christine facilitated therapeutic groups and individualized clinical sessions using multiple therapeutic modalities and preventative methods insulated within several modes of treatment styles. Christine is a trauma-informed response trainer certified through SAMHSA’s GAINS Center. Christine’s clinical experience includes her involvement and therapeutic responses with the management of client care with Lehigh and Northampton counties SCA, The TCAP program, Recovery and Mental Health Courts, The Department of Probation and Parole. In the past, Christine sat on The Northampton Drug Court Treatment Team and participated in the DDAP’s ASAM transition task force committee.
Care Manager
Catherine Hoag
Catherine joined the Silver Pines treatment team on July 6th, 2023, as a Care Coordinator. Cat immediately showed her love and passion for those suffering from substance use disorder and mental health concerns. As a Care Coordinator, Cat spent a large portion of time working with, relating to, and supporting clients. She also learned and became proficient in running the floor and ensuring the safe day-to-day operations of Silver Pines. Her tenacity and get-it-done attitude shined through and established her as a leading candidate for the Care Manager Position. While being part of our team, Cat has consistently shown her commitment to building and fostering meaningful and authentic connections with our clients. Cat embodies our belief that the opposite of addiction is connection. Cat’s empathy is informed by her own involvement in Twelve Step programming and her own journey of finding freedom from hopelessness and despair. Cat is honest, disciplined, and thorough. In the fall, Cat will be attending SNHU and starting her degree in Psychology. When she is not supporting people with care management, she enjoys spending time with her recovery family and friends.
Admissions Coordinator
Angie Welsh
Angie joined the admissions team in 2024 but has worked for STR since 2020 as a behavioral health technician and then Care Manager. She is a Certified Recovery Specialist and in her experience has assisted clients with contacting their employer, FMLA, legal matters, maintaining contact with families, and helping clients set up their aftercare. Angie is passionate about recovery and shares her story to others so that they can see that there is hope. Angie loves that she can share her own recovery journey with our clients and takes pride in helping them meet their goals and choose the right aftercare plan that will help them achieve those goals. She super passionate about DBT, and practices it daily, as it has changed her life for the better. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching true crime documentaries, and reading self-help books
Care Manager
Stephanie Test, M Ed.
Stephanie works as a care manager at Steps to Recovery – Lehigh Valley Outpatient. She is a graduate of Gettysburg College with a BA in Psychology and a Master’s from West Chester University in Counseling Education. Stephanie has worked as a guidance counselor for the Philadelphia Intermediate Unit and Brandywine Heights School District in Berks County. Stephanie has worked in the substance abuse field since 2019.
As care manager, Stephanie hopes to guide clients through treatment to have the best possible outcomes after treatment and link clients with community resources and programs. Stephanie has been committed to her own recovery from drugs and alcohol since 2018. She is thankful to the Lehigh Valley sober community. In her free time, Stephanie likes to travel with her two grown sons and play golf.
Holistic Therapist
Tamara McGovern BSN, RN
Tamara McGovern, BSN, RN, is a holistic healer with certifications in Reiki, Guided Meditation, Thai Massage, and pending Trauma Informed Yoga. Her journey began in 1997 after the loss of her grandfather, where she found solace in holistic practices. After becoming a nurse in 2001, she saw the need for a holistic approach in healthcare, especially in oncology. Incorporating Reiki and guided meditation into her practice, she witnessed their profound impact on patients’ healing journeys. Drawing from her own recovery experiences, Tamara found healing through Reiki, meditation, Thai massage, and yoga. Working in drug and alcohol rehab, she saw firsthand the benefits of holistic approaches alongside modern medicine. As a holistic therapist, Tamara empowers patients to discover themselves and cope with life’s challenges through various modalities such as meditation, Reiki, Thai massage, and trauma-informed yoga. Her mission is to foster holistic well-being and resilience in those she serves.
Therapist
Angelica Jones, M.A.
Angelica is a therapist at STR Behavioral Health Cedar Creek. She is currently in her 5th year in the Psy.D program at Immaculata University. She completed her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Immaculata University and earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Maine at Farmington. She is a member of the Psychoanalytic Center of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Psychological Association, and the American Psychological Association. Angelica has experience working in different clinical settings such as crisis, partial hospitalization, and outpatient. She has worked with clients from different cultural backgrounds. She is well-versed in trauma-informed care and utilizes psychoanalytic theory and emotion-focused theory in her work with clients. She uses free association to allow clients to tell their stories. Angelica is passionate about helping people grow and understand themselves better. Her areas of interest include psychoanalysis, emotion-focused theory, hypnotherapy, human sexuality, personality assessments, and multiculturalism.
In her free time, Angelica enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Therapist
Mike Brill
Mike Brill, LPC, NCC, MS has asked for help and has helped others. From these two tasks developed and groomed over time, he felt it could become his career. Mike has traveled to 4 continents, 9 countries, and 24 states to experience culture, tradition, people, and nature. Meeting new people and learning from them is equally the motivation and fondest memory of all his trips. From primary experiences and conversations with people, he had come to an existential conclusion that all humans were created to succeed, and that life is navigating the roadblocks hindering human success. Mike has interpreted that most often trauma is a mitigating circumstance that creates and reinforces the roadblock and diminishes a human being’s belief that they can independently navigate and achieve personal life success.
Mike proclaims to not be the model citizen of the human development model. He has very rarely achieved life success at the times others did. More often than not, he put feeble attempts into various forms of achievement and stepped away from most of those efforts and goals. Finally, after attempting to be a rock star musician for many years, Mike made an integral promise to his cousin Jennifer, who got him a job at Penn Medicine. His promise was to return to school and obtain a bachelor’s degree. In 2007, Mike graduated from LaSalle University with a BA. Since working at Penn Medicine and having a great tuition benefit, he surprised his cousin (and himself) and went on to achieve his master’s degree in counseling psychology from Holy Family University. In 2015, he completed the requirements and supervision for licensure and became a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board-Certified National Counselor (NCC). Mike has worked in education, substance use disorders, and mental health treatment facilitating group, individual, and holistic therapies. Mike uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and existentialism. At the core, each person treated begins with the belief in the presence and positive potential of the human being. Empowerment and spirituality based on the client’s beliefs and experiences are core values introduced and developed during the therapeutic alliance. Helping clients to find their voice and tell their story in a way that it brings peace, and serenity is a primary and ultimate clinical goal for each person treated by Mike.
Mike was raised in Northeast Philadelphia in an amazing Irish family. His mom and dad had four boys, and Mike was the youngest. Mike embraced vacations, family, church, friendships, and songs endlessly. Other than traveling the world, Mike is out at concerts or performing with his guitar, mandolin, harmonica, and vocals. Mike also enjoys golf and hiking, which reinforces his personal relationship with Mother Nature.
Art Therapist
Deidre Grieder, MAAT, ATR
Deidre is a kind, compassionate, and dedicated professional who received her Master of Arts in Art therapy from Cedar Crest College in Allentown Pennsylvania. She holds a minor in psychology and is certified in Trauma Art Narrative Therapy. Deidre has been a team member at Silver Pines Treatment Center for two years. She believes that getting to know each individual, their strengths, and perceived weaknesses as a person is key to the therapeutic relationship. She treats each person with respect, patience, and loving kindness throughout their treatment process. Deidre utilizes both art as therapy and art psychotherapy approaches. As an art therapist Deidre acts as a guide alongside the patient through the art process. She facilitates both group and individual sessions, using art media, the creative process, and the resulting artwork to explore individuals feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, encourage self-awareness, introduce the art making process as a way to recognize and manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-esteem.
Holistic Care Counselor
Kate Blonsky, BS
Kate facilitates Holistic Care Counseling at Silver Pines Treatment center. Kate’s Holistic approach is tailored to the individuality of each person and their unique journey & healing process. Kate’s education includes a BA degree in Psychology & Philosophy at Lock Haven University. Kate is a Reiki Master Teacher and practitioner for over 17 years & trained through schools of the Usui lineage. Kate’s trainings also include Mindfulness teachings through Dharma mentorship of the Thich Nhat Hanh community and Shamanic, Native American teachings within Wellbriety, as well as Interfaith Ministry ordination. Kate implements within group therapy and individual sessions, healing methods of Aromatherapy, Guided Imagery, Drumming & Sound healing, Meditative processes, Reiki & Full Body Reflexology techniques. For Kate, it’s important that each person feels free, in the treatment experience, to explore one’s affinities, interests and what truly brings one to align with happiness and peace within. Also, that each person who would like to discover Spiritual deepening and flourishing–that a Path be opened and lead to well-being, personal freedom from affliction and addiction and find ongoing, Life-Purpose fulfillment.
Office Manager
Leah Crouthamel, BSW
Leah has held a variety of positions ranging from healthcare, mental health, and finance. Leah graduated from Cedar Crest College in 2015 after 10 years of night school. She has worked as a counselor at Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley as well as a Mental Health / Intensive Case Manager across Lehigh County. She is also an interfaith ordained minister. She believes that equality means “everyone, all the time” and there is always a solution, for every problem. Leah knows first-hand that doing things differently and making changes in ourselves is possibly the hardest thing a human can do. In her free time Leah makes soap, lotions, and lip balms, researches her health and organic living, digs up the garden on weekends, raises bunny rabbits, and does crafts.
Office Manager
Pamela Weiner
Pamela Weiner is the Office Manager at Steps to Recovery. Pam graduated from Temple University with a bachelor’s degree in early and Elementary Childhood Education. She has many years of experience in the field of education, as well as customer service. As an alumnus of Steps to Recovery and a person with long term sobriety, Pam likes to use her own personal experiences to help and relate to Clients as they enter treatment. As the Office Manager, some of Pam’s duties include overseeing the medical department, arranging transportation, ordering, and organizing inventory, and getting new clients acclimated to the program. Pam acts as a liaison between departments and takes pride in her organizational skills, making sure to be available whenever and wherever needed. Pam is highly motivated and strives to provide authentic care to each client. In her spare time, Pam enjoys being around her family, shopping, and helping others.
Community Outreach Liaison
Courtney Kole
received her CRS certificate, she has been working in the SUD/AUD
treatment field for a few years now. She served on the Board of Directors for
Northbound & Co and is a fundraising committee member for the SYNC
Recovery Community. In addition to being a Certified Recovery Specialist,
she worked as an Intake Coordinator for Brookdale Recovery Center, with
Treatment Trends as a Recovery Court CRS and a Utilization Review
Coordinator, and as a Recovery Employment Coordinator under PRO-A’s
Workforce Development Project.
Courtney holds a bachelor’s in public relations and a master’s in science
along with a master’s certification in project management. Her passion is to
give others hope and assist those in need with resources for their own
recovery journey. She enjoys spending time in the Lehigh Valley and New
Jersey with her two children and dog, Rocky, and her supportive fellowship
friends.
Business Development
Director of Business Development
Shana Stefanick
Shana Stefanick is our Senior Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships and a woman in long term recovery. Working in the treatment field has allowed her to help those who battle with substance abuse disorder get their life back and enjoy living. She is the Mom of 2, with a 16 year old son and 15 year old daughter. When she is not helping people get into treatment she is either at the motocross track with her son or dance competition her daughter. She always says her disease has been her greatest gift now that she is recovering from it, and wants everyone to experience the same.
Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships
Brian Sabo CRS,CFRS
Brian Sabo has been working in the field of recovery in a professional capacity since 2017, though he has been in recovery for over a decade. Brian has successfully established multiple recovery centers in the Lehigh Valley. He joins the team as a distinguished community pillar, advocating for recovery and those seeking to fulfill a life not defined by substance use disorders and Mental Health but rather by connection and quality.
In this new role, he will focus on collaborating with other professionals to assist families to locate resources, including referrals for inpatient and outpatient treatments, and community education. His experience also includes mentoring individuals in various stages of recovery and those seeking to work in the recovery field. A major focus of Brian’s work has been expanding numerous recovery support programs.
Brian was the recipient of the PCB Board’s 2022 Professional of the year award and the 2021 Volunteer of the Year Award presented by Northampton County. He sits on numerous Opioid Task Forces in the Lehigh Valley and is on the PRO-A steering committee.
Prior to working in the Recovery field, Brian was a small business owner of a successful concrete company and, before that, a police officer in the Lehigh Valley.
Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships
Don Lindich
Don Lindich is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and is CIVIQ Health’s Director of Clinical Partnerships for Western Pennsylvania. He prides himself on building strong relationships within the recovery community and helping clients and their families achieve long-term recovery.
Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships
Sarah Jacobs
Sarah Jacobs is our Central PA Director of Clinical Partnerships residing in Lancaster County. She has worked in the drug and alcohol field for many years and is dedicated to helping individuals and their loved ones navigate accessing treatment for substance use disorder and mental health treatment. As a nationally certified peer recovery support specialist, she is able to leverage her own personal experience, strength and hope to help the next individual seeking a better way of life. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé and their dogs Calvin and Clover.
Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships
Lyn Truszkowsi, MS
Lyn is STR’s Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships covering territories in SE Pennsylvania. Lyn graduated from the University of Central Florida in 1998, with a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice. Lyn obtained her Master of Science in 2003 from Saint Jospeh’s University.
Lyn began her career in 1999 as an Adult Probation /Parole Officer with the Philadelphia Adult Probation/Parole Department. Lyn then moved on to work for the Montgomery County Adult Probation/ Parole department. While with Montgomery County she worked on the general supervision unit, the intensive drug and alcohol unit, behavioral health court, drug court, and the sex offender unit. In 2011 she decided to pursue a career in outreach and business development in behavioral health. Lyn loves working with families and connecting clients to treatment as they start their recovery journey. In her free time, she loves watching her son, Brandon play football and throw shotput. Lyn also enjoys spending time with her dogs, family, and friends.
Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships
Dylan Fredricey
Dylan was born in San Diego, CA, where he spent the majority of his first 30 years; moving to the NEPA region in 2018. As a person in long-term recovery Dylan understands the importance of social connectedness and community.
Beginning his journey in sobriety, Dylan volunteered at an HIV/AIDS service organization, aiding individuals in accessing life-sustaining medications and community support services. Inspired by this experience, he returned to school and, in 2018, graduated with two associate degrees in social work and social and behavioral sciences from Cuyamaca College.
In 2020, Dylan graduated from Penn State with his bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services, while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and earning the Luzerne County Council on Adult Higher Education’s Outstanding Adult Learner of the Year Award. Dylan is set to graduate from Marywood University’s School of Social Work with his master’s degree in May 2024.
Since arriving in Pennsylvania, Dylan has worked in a variety of positions in the drug and alcohol treatment industry, including three-in-a-half years serving as a Family Counselor at a local Detox and Residential Facility. In 2023, Dylan transitioned into business development, serving as Director for a startup outpatient provider until March 2024.
Driven by a passion for community service, Dylan founded the NEPA Pride Coalition, a local nonprofit, leveraging his lived experience to advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community through education, awareness, and facilitating access to affirming services. He acknowledges the higher rates of substance use and mental health conditions among sexual and gender minorities and is dedicated to making a positive impact in this space.
Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships
Noelle Parisi
Noelle Parisi started at Silver Pines Residential as a Care Coordinator in 2021. Since then, she has worked as a Care Manager and now is a Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships. Her job ensures the relationships that the network has with its partnerships and connecting people to quality services. She takes great pride in the mission and helping people to overcome addiction and mental health disorders. When Noelle is not working in the field of co-occurring disorders, she spends her free time with her children. She enjoys taking them to new places and creating memories.
Admissions
Director of Admissions
Jake Massaro
Jake is the Director of Admissions for Civiq Health. His work in the substance abuse field began in 2008, starting as a patient care advocate at Seabrook. His roles in the field since his start have included Recovery Coach, Admissions Counselor, Care Manager, Outreach Coordinator, and supervisor of case management and admissions department. In his time working in the field Jake found his passion was for helping clients and their families find the support they need to begin their journey of recovery. When he is not working you will find Jake spending time outdoors with his wife and his dog Lok
Admissions Coordinator
Shay Clarke
Admissions Coordinator
Lauren Walden
Lauren Walden is an Admissions Coordinator with CIVIQ Health. She has practiced multiple roles at Steps to Recovery since 2019 from Care Coordinator to Certified Recovery Specialist. Lauren is also ASAM certified and is committed to helping others access treatment for SUD in whatever form they choose. She is an advocate for harm reduction and meeting people where they are at in their treatment journey. As a CRS she is able to utilize her lived experience as she is a person in long-term recovery. In her down time, Lauren is interested in environmental protection, music and holistic nutrition.
Admissions Coordinator
Zachary Vandzura
Zachary Vandzura is an Admissions Coordinator for STR Behavioral Health. Zach started out working in restaurants from a young age and fell in love with the service industry. His love for the service industry and social work grew as he became a Restaurant Manager as he simply wanted to help people smile and have a good time. His career trajectory shifted in the Summer of 2023 when he landed a job at his Alumni treatment facility of Silver Pines. Zach took the skills that he learned from the service industry and used them to help some of the most broken people try to smile and have a little bit of a better time in our inpatient services. Coming from direct care at Silver Pines, Zach transitioned into his new role as an Admissions Coordinator in Spring 2024 who continues to hold the same passion and faith in the services that once saved his own life.
When Zach is not on the phones helping people enter into our treatment services, you can find him with his dog Misty, down at the beach with his friends, or at a Buddhist Temple enjoying life in recovery!
Admissions Coordinator
Angie Welsh
Angie joined the admissions team in 2024 but has worked for STR since 2020 as a behavioral health technician and then Care Manager. She is a Certified Recovery Specialist and in her experience has assisted clients with contacting their employer, FMLA, legal matters, maintaining contact with families, and helping clients set up their aftercare. Angie is passionate about recovery and shares her story to others so that they can see that there is hope. Angie loves that she can share her own recovery journey with our clients and takes pride in helping them meet their goals and choose the right aftercare plan that will help them achieve those goals. She super passionate about DBT, and practices it daily, as it has changed her life for the better. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching true crime documentaries, and reading self-help books
Alumni Program
Alumni Coordinator
Jennifer Cataldi
Jennifer Cataldi is the Alumni Coordinator at Silver Pines. Jennifer came to Silver Pines in July 2020 as the Executive Administrative Assistant with 15+ years of experience in the medical field and 3+ years of experience in Drug and Alcohol Treatment. Prior to Silver Pines she worked as a Behavioral Health Associate and then advanced to becoming the Admissions Coordinator at an inpatient residential treatment center. Among her duties she is also involved in the Silvers Pines Culture Committee and CIVIQS Equality Committee. Jennifer was drawn to Silver Pines because of the client-centered approach and values. She takes extreme pride in working for Silver Pines and believes that we offer a loving and caring environment that helps clients feel safe on their journey through recovery. Jennifer feels grateful that she is able to share her own experience, strength, and hope and help clients engage in their own recovery journey. She plans on furthering her education and working towards a degree in Addictions and Mental Health Treatment. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, going to the beach, reading, attending concerts and sporting events.
Alumni Coordinator
Matt Leonard
Matt Leonard is the Alumni Coordinator at Steps to Recovery. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with Majors in Marketing and Supply Chain Management and a Minor in Economics. Matt’s background in the healthcare field includes working on National Institutes of Health grant funded research. Matt’s role at STR includes client engagement in all levels of care (both current and alumni) to ensure their needs are being met to best support their personal recovery. He organizes events for the community and engages in our Family Programming to bridge the gap between clients and their loved ones. Matt offers a unique perspective to clients and the organization as an alumni of the STR program himself. In his personal life, Matt loves to lift weights and is a certified personal trainer. He also enjoys playing saxophone and piano, self-development, and learning.
National Director of Alumni Services
Stefan Glamp
Stefan leads Odyssey’s efforts in developing the alumni communities at each of their facilities. Stefan’s approach sustains treatment effectiveness by providing timely, systematic, and supportive engagement for all clients who have completed treatment. With extensive experience developing and directing robust alumni communities in the addiction and mental health fields, he focuses on engaging people within their specific recovery journeys and developing community partnerships with a belief that long-term recovery is an attainable life goal.