Rachel Aiono, ASW
I’ve always been fascinated by the human capacity for healing. It’s what led me from my home state of Arizona to study social work at Arizona State University, where I earned both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees. But education was just the beginning—what truly fuels me is witnessing transformation in real time. As a therapist,…
Read MoreMegan Ethridge, LPCC
I’ve always been deeply interested in the human experience, which ultimately led me to the mental health and recovery field. Growing up, I was fascinated by the complexities of how people navigate life’s challenges and how we all search for meaning and connection. That curiosity guided me to Hunter College for my BA and then…
Read MoreBlake Dinger, CADC
I’m from Bossier City, Louisiana, and my journey to becoming a counselor has been shaped by my own struggles with addiction. I spent 10 years going in and out of rehab before I finally got sober. Now, as a CDAC and counselor, I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to share my experience and offer…
Read MoreValerio Iovino, LAADC, C-ASAT
I’m originally from Italy, where I studied psychology at the University of Turin. My journey into the mental health and recovery field has always been driven by a deep desire to help others face their struggles and feel supported as they work through their challenges. Working as a therapist, I’ve had the privilege of guiding…
Read MoreChristine Wolf, CADC II, ICADC
I’ve always been drawn to helping others, and over the years, I’ve had the privilege of earning my credentials as a CADC II, ICADC, Certified Transpersonal Energy Healer, and Reiki Master. As Program Director, I’ve found a deep sense of purpose in my work. But it wasn’t always clear to me how I would get…
Read MoreMark S DeRosa, CADC III, ICADC, ASAT-C, LGBTQIA2+
I grew up on Long Island, but my journey has taken me far beyond the place I once called home. I studied at Arizona State University, but the lessons that shaped me the most came from my own experience with sobriety. Recovery didn’t just change my life—it gave me a new purpose. Working in the…
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