Our Team Is Here For You
We are a treatment team of professional clinicians, medical, psychiatric, & behavioral health personnel. Our team approach to treatment is necessary for meeting our clients’ physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Our clinical staff has been trained in current interventions and modalities, recent information on the treatment of particular populations and what has been effective in addressing co-occurring issues. No matter what you or your loved ones personal struggle with addiction is, we are here to help through the recovery process.
Our Team Is Here For You
We are a treatment team of professional clinicians, medical, psychiatric, & behavioral health personnel. Our team approach to treatment is necessary for meeting our clients’ physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Our clinical staff has been trained in current interventions and modalities, recent information on the treatment of particular populations and what has been effective in addressing co-occurring issues. No matter what you or your loved ones personal struggle with addiction is, we are here to help through the recovery process.

Meet The Team
Meet The Team
New Jersey

Christine Nucera, BA, CPRS
Director of Operations
Chris has a Bachelor’s Degree and is a Certified Peer Treatment Advisor. As a person in long term recovery, Chris loves empowering others to develop a…
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Amanda Hilzer, M.Ed, LCADC, CCS, ICAADC, CAADC
Executive Director
Amanda graduated from Lehigh University with both an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master’s of Education degree in…
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Alece Breig-Hanley, MA
Clinical Lead
Alece is a master’s prepared clinician with over 5 years working in a detox setting and prior to that worked within the criminal justice system. She skillfully uses…
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James Harper
Counselor
James is a Professional Associate Assistant Counselor, and CADC Intern Counselor who has been working in the Substance Abuse Field for the past 20 years. James previously served in the US Army for over 10 years. His clinical experience…
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Kenny Silver
Executive Director
Kenny is the Executive Director at Guardian Intensive Outpatient Program. After embarking on his recovery journey in 2010, Kenny quickly developed a passion for helping…
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Matthew Navratil, LCSW
Clinical Supervisor
Matthew E. Navratil received his BS in Criminal Justice from George Washington University and a Masters in…
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Anna Marie Barrett, LCSW, CYT
Clinical Director
Anna earned her Masters of Social Work at Barry University in Miami, FL in 2017 and completed her internship in co-occurring disorders. Anna has a Bachelors of Art in Religious…
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Michael Herbert
Director of Family Services
Michael is an addiction professional with 25 years of experience, ranging from intervention to aftercare. Michael also practices professional coaching, working with individuals in group, with families…
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Ryan Newman
Director of Admissions
Ryan is originally from Massachusetts, and has been living and working in the behavioral healthcare industry since 2016. After successfully completing two combat deployments as a member of the United States Marine Corps, Ryan’s personal experience…
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Brianna Bricken
Admissions Manager
Brianna is originally from Connecticut, and has been working in the behavioral healthcare industry since 2013. She moved to South Florida in 2011 after struggling to overcome her own addiction. Brianna quickly found a passion for helping others…
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Sarah Babaa
Treatment Advisor/Concierge Account Manager
Sarah has worked in substance use treatment for the past 10 years acting in key management and operational roles. With experience in admissions, program operations, case management, and alumni, Sarah understands the importance…
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Michael Audette
Treatment Advisor
Michael is a native of Massachusetts where he was a Mason Contractor for over ten years. After personally committing to sobriety in 2010, Michael discovered his passion for assisting other individuals who struggle with substance use.
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Chip Roy
Treatment Advisor
Chip is a native of Louisiana and has been working in the behavioral healthcare industry since 2016. Chip battled substance abuse for many years and after overcoming this adversity, he was able to…
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Christopher Wolcott
Alumni Services
Chris began working in behavioral healthcare in 2018 after developing a strong foundation for his own recovery. As an alumni of Guardian Intensive Outpatient Program, Chris uses his personal experiences to…
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Joshua Scott
Chief Executive Officer
Joshua Scott is an experienced healthcare executive, who has a proven record of designing and implementing intervention and treatment strategies…
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Marco Merida, MBA
President & COO
Marco has an extensive career working with startups and Fortune 100s alike in order to build efficient operations that support expedient growth…
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Ross Donahue, LCSW, MHA, MCAP, CRRA
Chief Administrative Officer
Ross joined the Guardian team in 2020 with more than 13 years of experience in the substance abuse…
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Charrisse Clark-Smith, RN
Chief Nursing Officer
Charisse is a cherished member of the medical team at Guardian Recovery Network. With more than 20 years of experience as a nurse…
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Justin Williams
Chief Financial Officer
Justin is responsible for the design and implementation of business strategies, plans, and procedures to meet objectives for company growth…
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Ryan Soave, LMHC
Chief Clinical Officer
Ryan Soave brings deep experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, certified trauma therapist, program developer, and research consultant for Huberman Lab at…
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Jessica Moretti
Director of Human Resources
Jessica Moretti joined the team in 2015 and assumed the role of Human Resource Manager in 2016. Jessica is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire, where she received a BA in Psychology and a minor in Business…
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Kevin Creighton
Executive Director Of Detox Operations
Kevin is originally from Falmouth, Massachusetts where he was active and excelled in athletics through out his childhood. Kevin attended Plymouth State University, where he obtained…
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Danielle Sharp
Director of Revenue Management
Originally from Colorado, Danielle moved to South Florida in 2012 to pursue her personal life in recovery. Danielle has worked in the substance use and mental health field…
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DJ Prince
Director of Marketing
DJ Prince is the Marketing Director at Guardian Recovery Network. He has worked with several Addiction Treatment centers establishing and growing their marketing efforts. For the past several…
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Jessica Jones
General Manager
Jessica is originally from Greensburg Pennsylvania and has been devoted to substance abuse recovery programs since 2016. Jessica started with Guardian Recovery Network as an Office Manager in 2019. Eager to…
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Alexis Rossi, LCSW, CAP
Utilization Review and Compliance Manager
Alexis Rossi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has over 10 years’ experience in the behavioral health and addiction recovery field. She has worked in numerous roles and settings…
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Sophia Shellman
Data Entry
Sophia joined our team with enthusiasm and excitement. Although this was an industry different from her previous profession, she connected with colleagues and has…
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