Meet Our Board

 Holding a master’s degree in literature, Claire has taught writing and literature courses at the high school and college level, worked as a corporate staff writer for a Fortune 500 company, and written copy for an online retailer. But some of her most important work has been walking alongside women who are healing from abuse and trauma, a journey she has walked herself. In particular, she finds great joy in helping women write out their stories and unearth the buried strands of grace, beauty, and grit. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Claire now lives with her family in the mountains west of Phoenix.  

Jill, a fearless and relentless go-getter with an unwavering belief in second chances and new beginnings. She sees mistakes not as setbacks but as steppingstones toward growth and success. Jill is on a mission to empower others to pursue their dreams and create the beautiful lives they deserve. 

Jill embodies resilience and determination in everything she does. Her entrepreneurial spirit drives her to constantly seek out new opportunities and challenges, never settling for mediocrity. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for opportunity, she fearlessly navigates the ever-changing landscape of business. She believes in living life to the fullest, embracing every moment with laughter and joy. Whether she's brainstorming new ideas with her team or enjoying a night out with family and friends, Jill approaches life with an infectious enthusiasm that inspires those around her.

For Jill success is not just about personal achievement; it's about lifting others up and helping them realize their own potential. She is a beacon of positivity and encouragement, always ready to offer support and guidance to those in need. With her unwavering optimism and boundless energy, Jill is living proof that life truly can be beautiful for everyone.

Recovery is not linear and a journey not to be done alone. After battling addiction in the years from high school to 25, Aleah found herself at a crossroad of what life was to what life could be. On may 16,2012 the decision was made to step out of the problem and into the solution. Aleah found her footing in the walls of AA and the community it provided.

After 15 years being an event planner which went hand and hand with her addiction, she felt a bigger pull and purpose to her life. 

Having a renewed zest for life, Aleah embarked on the Behavioral Health industry in 2015. The journey of recovery has afforded her the tools to use her past as an asset to help others and give back to the recovery community.

  During her tenure as a college educator, administrator and Dean of Academic Affairs, Jo has dedicated over 30 years to working with incarcerated men and women. On her own educational journey culminating with a Ph.D. in Education, she focused on research to understand the meaning of the post-secondary college experience for women during incarceration. She has collaborated in the development of courses designed for those returning to their communities, authored and co-authored published articles about incarceration and reentry with emphasis on female’s experiences, and participated as a keynote speaker at numerous conferences as a subject matter expert. She has been asked to serve on multiple boards including an appointment to the Governor’s Task Force on Offender Reentry in 2005. She is currently serving on the ADCRR Director’s Advisory Committee.

“In my career and as a researcher, my work has led me to strongly believe that the caring nature of the learning environment in the prison setting and beyond is paramount to women’s ability to trust, focus, and gain confidence in their capacity for learning. I am convinced that their successful reintegration is linked to that environment. Through the learning process, they begin to know themselves as learners and through the roadblocks they encounter, they strengthen their self-perceptions and their views of the world around them.”

Kaylan is a proud U.S. Navy Veteran and dedicated business owner with a passion for giving back to her community. With years of entrepreneurial experience, she balances her professional pursuits with active volunteer work. Kaylan loves bringing people together and finds joy in event planning, creating opportunities for connection and fun within the community.

Her commitment to making a positive impact drives her to empower those in need, believing wholeheartedly in the power of second chances and the goodness in everyone. Kaylan’s vibrant spirit and enthusiasm for community engagement inspire resilience and foster lasting connections, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those around her.

"I started this journey unsure of what was out there, not wanting to address the past that was right in front of me, affecting every daily task. Dealing with my own trauma, lost in a world where I was not able to find my own way, dealing with addiction firsthand and trying to keep everything together.  Today after my own healing I am excited to have the opportunity to make a difference and be a part of others  rewriting their own story." 

Lauren has always had a passion for helping others, seeing people heal, grow, and thrive in life. She has worked in behavioral health for 6 years, providing others the opportunity to connect and build their journey to a sober, healthy, wonderful life that they deserved.  

Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has worked in Behavioral health for 15 years. She has a passion for helping others, knowing she at one time needed help too.

"I, for a long time, did not know my value. I was not able to see my worth. Though I was loved and people tried to pour into me, I was not able connect to my inherent value. 

I know first hand the damage we can cause when we are disconnected from our value and worth. I want to be a part of building a place that pours into others, helps them to rebuild their life and know their inherent worth."