A therapist and counselor by training, I’m the longtime manager of the Programs for Change substance abuse recovery program at HealthPartners. I’ve been with the program since 2009 and its manager since 2017. The program operates out of HealthPartners hospitals in the St. Croix Valley. It offers compassionate and non-judgmental guidance and gives individuals access to a wide range of specialty medical care. For me, the most rewarding part of working with Programs for Change is facilitating family recovery and helping clients thrive in recovery. Supporting recovery while being careful not to enable addictive behavior can be very challenging, but it is possible to set the right boundaries and help loved ones make the changes necessary to move forward with their lives.

Outside of work, I can enjoy spending time with my wife, Sarah, cheering for the Packers and lifting weights.