Donna founded Phoenix Associates 25 years ago with a vision of helping those suffering from substance use and mental health disorders. As Phoenix’s founder and Clinical Director, she has been dedicated to creating the best possible treatment programs for our patients to have lasting recovery.

Stephanie spent much of her career consulting with Fortune 500 companies and developing a deep knowledge of operations and finance. Through her own personal journey finding freedom from addiction, Stephanie has a passion for helping those who still suffer.

Stefani graduated from the University of North Texas with a BA in Finance. Her business career took her into the telecommunications industry and subsequently into real estate. Her vast background in finance and contract management has laid a solid foundation for her leadership at Phoenix. With a huge passion for helping others, Phoenix was a natural fit.

Amber is a dedicated administrative assistant with 4 years of personal recovery herself. Her journey through recovery has given her empathy and insight on the challenges clients face on their path to sobriety. Her goal is to inspire others and give them hope that recovery is real, and sobriety is possible. She is living proof that addiction does not define you, as long as you work the program and fight for the life you want.

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Lillian L. Collins Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor since 2003. I have worked in the field since 1990. My passion and purpose are to assist others in any way possible. My hope is that I can make a difference in as many lives as possible.

Kimberli has extensive experience working with the adult offender population. Her own personal recovery from addiction affords her a personal perspective when working with her clients.  She goes above and beyond with her clients in need by connecting them to community resources so they can rebuild their lives. 

Jan is Administrative Assistant and billing specialist in our Tarrant county office. Jan is a friendly face at the front desk. She always greets clients with a smile and knowledge about our programs.

Karen is an LPC-Associate and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Karen has experience working with adults on probation, mental health issues, trauma and addiction. Her own recovery provides a personal perspective in working with clients. Her passion is helping others to uncover and realign with their true selves.

Stephanie Coleman is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and former management consultant. After experiencing the positive impact of therapy in her own life, she made it her mission to go back to school to complete her MA in Professional Counseling. She hopes that her work will help to remove the stigma of mental healthcare in minority communities and provide affordable mental healthcare to those who might not otherwise seek help. She has advanced training in trauma therapy (EMDR), couple’s therapy (Gottman Institute) and marriage counseling (Prepare & Enrich).

As a person in long-term recovery, I am a firm believer that people need people, not substances. Recovery is internal, learning how to love self. People can grow past their past hurt, shame, or guilt.

Seasoned Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Intern and Qualified Mental Health Professional offering 5 years of related experience. Dante has spearheaded successful therapeutic initiatives, prevention strategies and educational approaches to mitigate effects of mental health and substance abuse problems and diagnoses in vulnerable populations. He practices CBT Based Person Centered Therapy to assist individuals in taking control of their lives, thoughts, and addictions!

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Shanna Pope is the Administrative Assistant at our Dallas location supporting TDCJ. With 17 years of admin experience serving in mental health and medical clinics, she uses her passion for helping people to coordinate scheduling, educate clients, and support our professional staff within the Criminal Justice Programs. In her personal life, she loves spending time with her family and her dog. She enjoys creating art through textiles, crochet, sculpting, and painting.

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