Meet The Team

Crystal Ahles

LCSW, LAC, CNP

  • I began my early career in corporate America after obtaining my B.S. in Finance, and in 2008 changed direction with a desire to serve others and make a difference in the community by pursuing my MSW at the University of Denver. Through internship, I entered the field of residential substance use disorder treatment and have been working with this population (adults, primarily indigent) ever since.

    I began work at Sobriety House in 2012. Originally a full-time counselor, I had the honor and privilege of becoming Deputy Director and succession planning with former Executive Director, Bill Dolan, who served Sobriety House for 40 years. He retired in the spring of 2021. I am learning and growing as a leader every day and feel immense gratitude for the team that makes Sobriety House such a quality provider of SUD services.

    I am a native Coloradan, and I enjoy reading, hiking, camping, traveling, and spending time with my family. I am also a proud alumnus of Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington, MO, which is now closed but has an exceptional museum in the town of Lexington.

Jacob Frye

CAS, NCAC I

  • My formal education began in pursuit of a degree in fine art. Lived experience in both mental health and SUD changed my course and led me here. As a Sobriety House program alumnus from the class of 2009, I found another calling. Supporting individuals in creating lasting change, with a particular commitment to marginalized communities, is that calling. I am currently pursuing a degree in social work at MSU and plan to focus on nonprofit management as a way to help preserve and advance the mission statement of Sobriety House. I am a lifelong learner and highly value the hunt for deeper understanding. I am driven by family, music, fitness, and authentic human connection, all of which continue to shape my personal and professional purpose.

Amber Walter

CNAP, SHRM-CP

  • I bring to Sobriety House a strong background in nonprofit management. Having attended New York University and holding a degree from the University of Arizona, my educational foundation includes a BFA.

    My career journey has been marked by a consistent dedication to the nonprofit sector. My experience spans a diverse range of roles, including event planning, administration, travel coordination, theater production, and caregiving.

    Originating from Austin, Texas, my leadership flourished as the Artistic Director of SilverStar Theater. Relocating to Colorado in 2016, I contributed my expertise to institutions such as STEM School Highlands Ranch and Anastasis Academy.

    In 2022, I became an integral part of Sobriety House, where I currently serve, bringing my passion and commitment to the organization's mission with a focus on both finance and human resources.

    Outside of my professional endeavors, I find balance through interests such as mountain biking, a shared activity with my husband and two teenage sons. I also channel my energy into planning social events, volunteering, and exploring new destinations through travel.

Andrew Brown

CAT, CPT

  • I am the Operations Manager at Sobriety House, as well as a group counselor. I am certified as an Addiction Technician and as a Personal Trainer. In my time at Sobriety House I have grown passionate about physical fitness and recovery. My goal at Sobriety House is to help share the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in recovery.

    Originally from California, I’ve lived in Colorado since I was 8 years old. In my free time, I enjoy video games, snowboarding, and hiking.

Megan Ritenour

MSW

  • I was born in Georgia and lived there most of my life. My bachelor's degree is in Sociology from the University of Georgia, and then I attended Valdosta State University for my Master of Social Work (MSW).

    In 2016, my husband and I moved to Colorado because we were ready for a new adventure. I started as the Outreach Coordinator for Sobriety House and stayed in that position for three years. We ended up moving back to Georgia in 2019 for some family concerns. However, we missed Colorado so much that in 2021 we moved back, and I rejoined the Sobriety House team as the Executive Assistant.

    My job allows me to help the whole staff, work on special projects, and experience a little of everything that happens at SoHo. I feel passionately about the work that we do and the clients that we serve! I feel so lucky to have found a workplace and team I love as much as I do!

    In my free time, I enjoy baking and decorating cakes and cupcakes, traveling, taking care of my plants, dancing, paddleboarding, biking, and exploring Colorado!

Erin Malman

CAS, BA

  • I joined Sobriety House in February 2022. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and am a Certified Addictions Counselor.

    Before joining the team at Sobriety House, I worked in a multitude of environments with various populations including children and adolescents with mental health conditions that were particularly vulnerable to social exclusion, discrimination, stigma and educational difficulties. It was working with these populations where I found my passion for helping others.

    As the Admissions Supervisor at Sobriety House, I have really enjoyed helping clients and families understand the steps to seeking treatment for themselves or their loved ones. I place extreme importance on comforting the client and family through the intake and treatment process.

    I believe that every human being is worthy of love and can thrive when they are surrounded by others who support and encourage them to be authentic and true to themselves. I have tremendous respect and compassion for those who have the courage, motivation and drive to step into their own recovery. I am so grateful to be able to work with and alongside those who choose the path of recovery.

Colby Smith

M.Ed, CMHC, LPCC

  • I hold a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC). My background includes community mental health work, with experience supporting social-emotional development, coordinating behavioral interventions, and facilitating skills-based programming.
    I joined Sobriety House in 2023 as a dance teacher and transitioned into a full-time role on the Admissions team in late 2024, supporting clients as they take early steps toward treatment.
    Outside of my clinical work, I am a professional dance instructor specializing in Afro-Latino styles. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, spending time with loved ones, and playing fetch with my dog.

Jackson Maxwell

BS Psychology

Ashley Dickerson

  • I am Texas-born, Florida-raised, and have called Colorado home since the summer of 2015. My nonprofit journey started early, fueled by a love for volunteering and community betterment.

    I joined Sobriety House in January of 2024 with nearly a decade of hands-on and strategic consulting experience in the nonprofit world. In my role, I aim to share the life-changing work of SoHo with the community and foster a deeper understanding and support of those in need.

    Outside of work you will find me adventuring with my cat, creating art, or getting lost in a movie.

Joe Rountree

CPFS

  • I was born in Big Spring, Texas, and grew up in San Diego, California. Since 2017, I have been residing in Denver, Colorado. I proudly identify as part Native American and am affiliated with the Chickasaw Nation. I am also a proud alumni and a success story of the Sobriety House program.

    In 2018, I embarked on a transformative journey by enrolling in the Sobriety House program, where I learned a new way of living a happy, healthy life in recovery. Since 2019, I have had the privilege of working at Sobriety House, initially as a House Manager. Currently, I am working towards obtaining a CPFS certification as a Peer Coach.

    What I cherish most about my job is the opportunity to help others by sharing my experience, strength, and hope with them. In addition to my role at Sobriety House, I serve as the Property Manager for the Gaylord Sober Living apartments, which are offered to Phase 2 graduates.

    I owe a debt of gratitude to Sobriety House and its dedicated staff for helping me regain control of my life. Today, I find joy in various interests, including calligraphy, hip hop music, street art, and skateboarding. Above all, I cherish the ability to be present in the lives of my friends and family.

Jeff Madson

  • I came to Sobriety House as a client in August of 2022, thinking I was only giving it 28 days (Phase 1), and I would be fine to go back out into the world. I ended up listening to the staff and other clients and stayed for Phase 2.

    I tried getting sober back in 2012 by attending a 30 day treatment facility, but realized I needed a much more structured environment for an extended amount of time. Fast forward to today, I have a full time job as a House Manager at Sobriety House, my own place to live, relationships mended, and a great place to call WORK.

Joshua Wilde

LCSW, LAC, MSW

  • I joined Sobriety House as a licensed addiction therapist and a licensed social worker in January of 2024. In addition to a Master of Social Work degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver, I bring 15+ years of experience working with those facing intimacy disorders and sex-related addictions. I also worked in organizational administration, community advocacy, chemical addiction treatment, and behavioral therapy for elder, marginalized, and neurodivergent populations.

    My therapeutic “wheelhouse” includes acute trauma with focus on veterans, survivors of sexual crimes, and those that have been incarcerated. My approach in counseling revolves around Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Having navigated addiction and recovery myself, I am driven to build dignity and empowerment in the narratives and identities of clients in under-privileged populations. My dream job as a therapist at Sobriety House enables me to equip clients in using their cultural, social, and individual paradigms to build a unique path of sobriety. Our clients are architects of their addiction recovery, and it is a privilege to build with them.

Erin Resnick

LAC, LPCC

  • Originally born and raised in Golden, CO I spent almost two decades on the west coast, mostly in Southern California and the Pacific North West before returning back to Denver in 2016. In 2020 I started my journey as an aspiring therapist in a Master’s Program for Clinical and Behavioral Health at Metro State University Denver. I am set to graduate in August of 2024 with my LAC, followed by my LPC.

    I believe that self-redemption through hard work towards a purpose-driven life is one of the core principles in sustained recovery and overall growth in general. My theoretical orientation is eclectic and caters to each client’s specific and unique needs, although I often utilize Psychoanalytic, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory, and DBT practices. My passion is working with clients that have been undervalued, underserved, and othered as well as those that have experienced trauma. Happiness to me is being true to myself and my values and being ok with the outcome, regardless of what that looks like. I feel it is my responsibility to leave something behind that matters, and I want my purpose to entail things changed in the name of humanity.

    Some of my favorite things include learning, adventuring, true crime podcasts, words, music, art, dogs, coloring outside the lines, and malted milkshakes.

Molly Tierson

LCSW

  • I joined Sobriety House shortly after moving to Colorado from the East Coast in the summer of 2024. I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising and Management from Philadelphia University in 2016, and I have been a certified yoga teacher since 2020. In 2024 I received my Masters in Social Work from West Chester University in Pennsylvania.

    My pursuit and passion in Social Work is to provide others with the tools to find their authentic selves and freedom within the human experience. My therapeutic approach is based in Somatic Awareness, Trauma Informed Care, and Experiential Therapy. I have years of experience in mindfulness practices and I strongly believe in empowering the individual to be a part of their own recovery journey.

    In therapeutic settings, I encourage individuals to connect to their mind, body, and spirit so they are able to understand themselves and better advocate for what will work best for them on their unique healing journey. My focus is to provide a safe space to explore the limiting beliefs, old stories, and patterns that may not be serving them in hopes that they are able to ultimately return back to their inner light within.

    In my time outside of work I enjoy connecting with nature, spending time with my pup, traveling, and creating art in non-traditional ways.

Karey Riemersma

MSW, RN, BSN

  • I joined Sobriety House in 2023 as an intern completing my Masters in Social Work at MSU Denver. I returned for a second year in 2024 because of my alignment with Sobriety House’s mission and the positive culture that it fosters. I am a Registered Nurse and have a Bachelor of Arts in Literature and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. My previous careers include a private practice as a Certified Massage Therapist in San Francisco and fifteen years as a Public Health Nurse in Jefferson County Colorado.

    I am passionate about addiction treatment, have 12 years of sobriety, and remain active in my own recovery. I also love to push myself to do things I am a little bit scared of like camping, hiking and traveling to foreign places on my own.

Morgan Williams

Kristen Sanders

LSW

  • I first joined Sobriety House as a student volunteer in February 2023 and was later invited to join the clinical team, a dream come true. I hold both a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver.
    As a person in long-term recovery, I bring lived experience alongside clinical training. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I draw from EFIT, somatic approaches, and narrative therapy, and integrate DBT, CBT, REBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients develop emotional awareness, regulate difficult emotions, and rebuild internal safety and self-trust.

    I am deeply committed to addiction treatment and to Sobriety House's mission that recovery should be accessible to all. Above all, I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, respected, and understood. Walking alongside them as they heal, reconnect, and build a life rooted in purpose and authenticity.

    Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my dog, being in nature, and getting tattoos I probably can't afford.

Zoe Rosen

LSW

  • I joined Sobriety House in July of 2025, following the completion of my Master of Social Work at the University of Denver, with a focus in clinical mental health and trauma-informed care. I am currently pursuing certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

    Before joining the team, I worked with various populations across the lifespan, including children, older adults, veterans, families involved in the juvenile justice system, and individuals experiencing chemical dependencies and chronic illnesses.

    My therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, with an emphasis on compassion, collaboration, and personal empowerment. I believe that healing can only occur in safe, trusting relationships, and I strive to cultivate a space where clients feel truly seen and supported throughout their recovery journey.

Lexi Krautsack

Tim Johnson

Alexis Lloyd

Angela Dominguez

LSW

  • I am a Licensed Social Worker and a counselor on the Clinical Team at Sobriety House. I hold a BA in Psychology and a Master of Social Work. I am passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey. I'm honored to be part of an organization whose mission aligns with my core belief that recovery begins with a safe space to heal. I draw from frameworks such as Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in my practice.
    A Colorado native, I enjoy reading and exploring all that Colorado has to offer

Theo Stroomer

  • I am a clinical intern at Sobriety House while pursuing my MSW (foundation year) at Metropolitan State University of Denver. I joined the organization in July 2025.

    My passion for SoHo is rooted in a belief that society must invest in those in need, and my profound respect for people working to better themselves, no matter how challenging their circumstances.

    In addition to my work here, I have been a photojournalist in Colorado for more than 15 years. I enjoy mellow hikes with my family, intense bike rides, light AND dark roast coffee, baking bread, succulents, thrifting, disc golf, and firing up my ancient Nintendo Entertainment System.

Steven Wright

Sophie Gray

Loretta Dewey

  • Hi, I'm Loretta! My journey started at another treatment center. I was then recommended to go to Stepping Stone in 2002. I intended to only stay for a year, but I was approached about a position, and I have been with Sobriety House since! Although, I have done some clinical work, I have mostly been in house management and client-focused, which is what led me to my specialized position as SoHo's Milieu Supervisor. I'm 12 Step based, but love helping clients find the best modality for their needs. The best parts of the job to me are seeing the growth of clients as the blossom in sobriety. In my free time, I love animals, nature, and arts and crafts.

Zaq Chamberlin

CAT

  • Hey, Zaq here. I'm a Littleton-raised Colorado native. I was a client in 2022, and became a House Manager after completing the program. I found a sense of purpose in helping others, and when I'm not working I'm taking classes to become certified in addiction counseling.

    I originally started college in 2010 for Philosophy and Psychology, and figured it'd be a good time to pick that back up! I really love talking with new residents and making recovery as fun as possible while also maintaining the serious message behind why we recover.

    On the side, I love playing videogames with friends, and also playing Dungeons and Dragons. If you see bright clothes, colored hair, and hear some really bad puns, chances are I'm nearby!

Simon Sealey

CAT

  • I started working at SoHo as a House Manager in March of 2023 after coming in as a client in May of 2022. Sobriety House saved my life and gave me a life worth living. House Management kept me in the program when I was struggling. Having the opportunity to do the same for clients now is why I'm passionate about working here as a House Manager.

    I love to interact with clients and watch them grow. Being sober can be fun, and I want to show clients that. Recovery is a massive part of my life, whether attending 12-step meetings or coaching at The Phoenix.

    When I'm not doing something recovery, I'm taking classes at MSU, majoring in Data Science and Machine Learning. If I ever get some free time, you can always bet I'm playing some scary video games or watching horror movies.

Heaven Thomas

CAT

  • I came to Sobriety House as a client in December 2022. I graduated the program and because a House Manager in September 2023. Sobriety House saved my life. I came into this program at rock bottom. With the help of the 12 steps, program structure and support from staff, I have turned my life around completely. I now have my own home, a family who wants me around, strong relationships and a desire to continue to better my life. I find my role as a House Manager to be the most rewarding job I have ever had. Having the privilege to watch and help clients heal and grow in their sobriety is why I love it here.

Nick Archuleta

Sara Silvestro

Andi Voogel

Jivan Richardson

Melissia Mullins

Ronnie Chavez

  • I came to Sobriety House in October of 2024, as a House Manager. Prior to working at Sobriety House, I was a police officer for 26 years, retiring in 2016. After retiring from law enforcement, I dabbled in a few other fields to include owning a car wash, case management at a halfway house, and security. My life's work has always been serving and helping people. Coming to Sobriety House continues my passion for helping my fellow human. In with my personal life I have seen family and friends struggle with addiction, who have used the 12 steps to lead them to recovery. As a House Manager at Sobriety house, I enjoy seeing clients blossom in their own Sobriety journeys. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wife, cooking, cheering on the Denver Broncos, and playing with my cats.

Joe Martinez

James Booe

Maria Newkirk

  • I joined SoHo in July 2024 because I am passionate about helping people in recovery. I find it deeply rewarding to watch people transform, grow, and ultimately thrive in their recovery. My personal journey with recovery has fueled my passion for this work, and I am committed to being a positive and supportive resource for others as they navigate their own paths to healing. I have been inspired to pursue my CAT (Certified Addiction Therapist) certification in order to bring a broader range of skills to help our clients.

    I am thrilled to have found a place at SoHo, where I can put my passion and experience into practice while continuing to grow professionally. In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my two cats, Merry and Pippin, and playing Dungeons and Dragons.

Cara Curwen

AA, BS, BS

  • I joined the SoHo team June 2024. I have 17+ years of experience in the service industry. I graduated from MSU Denver in 2015 where I completed a double major in hospitality management and dietetics. I also have my AA in culinary arts classically trained in French cuisine. I have worked all over the Denver Metro Area. I also have my own restaurant in Sturgis during the motorcycle rally.

    Sobriety House is a mission I am truly passionate about. Being a person who has lost people to addiction, I feel like this is a way I can give back to the community while supporting my family and doing the things I love.

    When I’m not working at Sobriety House, I’m spending time with my three children, boyfriend, and our two dogs.

Stacy

Kevin Hubbard

Gordon Durrant

Lewis Ritenour

  • I am the Computer Systems Technician at Sobriety House. If your computer is broken, have you tried turning it off and on again?

    I grew up in Atlanta, GA and went to school for Astronomy and Physics. When that didn't work out, I worked at Kohl’s for 10 years before finding a passion for technology. In 2020, I took a coding bootcamp and learned to create websites and applications. This eventually brought me to the IT field and finding a great place to work.

    I have a big passion for Pinball. I play professionally around Denver and want to travel more often to play. I grew up playing on the three machines my Dad owned.

    I also like to play video games with friends and to go out and chill with them as well.

    I moved to Colorado in 2016 after visiting family. I loved the mountains and weather of Denver so much I just had to move out here.

Dandelion and Hazel

  • Hazel and Dandelion are Sobriety House’s therapy bunnies, registered through Pet Partners. They love to eat and hop around in their enclosure in the Executive Director’s office when they visit, and the clients as well as staff enjoy their company at least once each month. They otherwise live with Crystal and her family as pets.

    Hazel loves to groom his friend Dandelion, look “swole,” and plot to take over the world.

    Dandelion loves being groomed by her friend Hazel, attacking her neck fur, and snuggling.