When you feel unreachable, we are here. Reach out.
Meet Our Team
We are trained specialists.
We love what we do. It’s not always easy, but that’s what makes it so meaningful. Reach’s clinical staff are all licensed masters level therapists, certified advanced alcohol and drug counselors, and are experienced in treating co-occurring mental health conditions and trauma.
Admissions Team
It has been an honor to help individuals navigate treatment for over 20 years. It is incredible getting to meet people and help when they need it most.
I am passionate about watching people’s lives change with treatment.
I am passionate about working for Reach for Recovery because I get to see clients transition into confident, happy, and healthier people striving to meet their goals through their treatment journey. It is a beautiful thing to be a part of.
I am passionate about addiction medicine because it allows me to help people during some of the most vulnerable points in their lives. As an Admissions Coordinator, I take pride in being the first point of contact for clients, offering support and guidance as they begin their journey toward recovery. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two kids, traveling, exploring the outdoors, & enjoying quality time together. I also prioritize self-care through reading, fitness, running, and spending time with friends.
Clinicians
Alissa was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University and chose this work because of her passion for people. She enjoys finding ways to overcome life’s challenges and values seeing people find confidence in themselves and strength in their own journey. Alissa’s favorite activity is reading, watching movies, and listening to music. She also enjoys volunteering in her community and has volunteered with Girl Scouts for a number of years.
Tara received her Masters of Social Work from Western Michigan University and carries with her over 25 years of clinical experience at Reach. There is little that Tara has not seen. Tara believes in meeting people where they are at and recognizes the challenges and the courage it takes for people to reach out for help.
Traci graduated from Western Michigan University in June 2023 with her MSW-clinical with a concentration in substance use disorders. Traci believes that people who live with substance use or mental health disorders deserve to be heard and live life to its fullest. She wants to help at least one or two people find hope that they may not have otherwise. When Traci is not studying or working, she loves to spend time with her husband and daughter watching sports, she is an avid reader and is learning how to paint.
Peter was born in Pontiac, MI, and raised in Grand Haven, MI. He earned both his BSW and MSW at Grand Valley State University School of Social Work. Peter’s hobbies largely consist of outdoor activities such as backpacking, practicing bushcraft skills, and walking with his dog. In his journey of becoming an Eagle Scout, he had partaken in a great deal of mentoring. He later discovered that social work had a unique branch known as Adventure or Experiential Therapy. His passion for being outdoors and helping individuals had become a dream come true!
Rebecca is a case manager at Harbor House. She is new to the Holland area and brings with her a strong background in mental health and co-occuring disorders. She is passionate about helping others find their worth and value in life. She shares “I once was lost and now I’m found. Everyone is worthy of being found and set free from their bondages.”
Medical Team
Case Managers
Jay holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Grand Valley State University and a Master’s Degree from Cornerstone University. He is a certified Peer Support Specialist through the State of Michigan.
“I came to Reach for Recovery with several years of experience walking beside men struggling with addiction and shame. My own journey has given me a unique platform of authentic empathy. I believe in the mission and values of Reach for Recovery and am motivated by the hope of resurrection. I love the relational aspect of a common unity, collectively reaching for transformation. It’s an honor to serve on a team of wounded healers and witness the fruit of promises believed.”
I enjoy seeing the journey of people in recovery becoming the person that they want to be.
Recovery Coaches
As a child I enjoyed stories of brave knights slaying dragons. Today I enjoy helping warriors learn to fight for their lives and the lives of their family members. I really feel honored to meet folks on the street who are happy to tell me about their new life. Outside of work, I enjoy weightlifting, running and hiking a long trail in the woods.
I understand through a wide range of lived experiences, that recovery is a multidimensional journey of action, discoveries, and maintenance and not a destination. I am passionate about walking alongside others at any stage of the journey, removing barriers, and sharing the many resources and gifts I’ve discovered through various pathways. Together we can be the voice of recovery and build the recovery community.
I have been in long-term recovery since 4/7/2017 and I am grateful to be alive today. I have gained so much living a life in recovery. I have stability, a career (Peer Recovery Coach for two different organizations), a husband and two beautiful daughters that I have the opportunity to see grow up. I believe my past experiences can be used for a greater good. I’m passionate about helping others recover, and my main focus is meeting individuals and supporting them right where they are at.
Operations
I started working with Reach for Recovery in 2021 after a career in business administration and human resources. In sustained recovery since 6/13/15, I am an active member of the recovery community and a Certified Peer Recovery Coach since 2022, working with with organizations like Ottawa County Recovery Court and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. Outside of my work, I cherish time with my wife, 2 daughters, and two grandsons.
Supporting individuals and families on their journey to recovery involves creating a safe, welcoming, space where they can heal, rebuild, and rediscover their strength. Every day brings new opportunities to ensure our operations are running smoothly and facilities are looking their best for our clients to begin to build a new future of possibilities and staff to walk alongside them. Together, we transform lives, break the cycle, and build healthier families and ultimately a stronger West Michigan community. I’m proud to say that I get to be part of this life saving work, every day.
With over 15 years of experience in nonprofit work, I’m deeply passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. My role allows me to combine my expertise in fundraising and community engagement to help provide the resources needed for our programs to thrive. I’m driven by the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives and contribute to the meaningful work we do at Reach for Recovery.
At Reach for Recovery, we come alongside those who are in pursuit of their best self. Every day is something new and exciting. I enjoy being a part of the growth at Reach for Recovery.
I am a problem solver! This means not only will our clients get the help they need from one of our outstanding clinicians, but I then I get to take it one step further and make sure their insurance processes the claims accurately and in a timely manner so the client has no surprises. I love being able to work with our clients to make sure they can get the care they need no matter their financial situation.
I have always craved being a part of something bigger. I am drawn to the underdog in every story and passionate about making sure they know they are not alone and are loved. We write our own story, and we can be our own hero. Working at Reach for Recovery allows individuals to come in as they are, shameful, unforgiven, and scared. But also fiercely supported, with zero judgement and complete understanding from our team. Whether you are a client or a part of the team, working with Reach can feel like working with family. I am proud to represent Reach for Recovery’s name and being a part of this community.
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Meet our Board
Reach is a community supported organization.
Reach for Recovery is governed by a board of directors who are dedicated to providing treatment and the hope of recovery for individuals and families struggling with alcoholism and chemical dependency. If you’re interested in opportunities to serve on our board of directors, reach out to learn more.
Our Board of Directors
Linda Jacobs, President
Dr. Mark Stid, Vice President
Steve Darrow, Treasurer
Tom Lagone, Past President
Bill Badran
Leonard Fazio
Shannon Hall
Robert Howard
Bill Paxton
Terrence Taylor
