Our Team
Meet the People Dedicated to Your Success
Expert care starts with a team that listens, collaborates, and never gives up on you. At Miracles Recovery Center, each clinician and staff member is selected for compassion, expertise, and commitment to measurable outcomes. You will know your team by name, understand each role in your plan, and feel supported from the first call to long-term aftercare.
Medical and Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Providers
Our psychiatric providers evaluate mental health and co-occurring conditions, manage medications, and coordinate closely with therapists. Medication-assisted treatment is used when clinically appropriate and always integrated with therapy and recovery planning.
Nursing and Medical Support
Nursing staff provide health monitoring, medication education, and coordination with outside providers when needed. They keep clients informed, safe, and engaged in their care.
Our Team
Taylor Hooper
Executive Director
Taylor Hooper is an accomplished therapist and the Executive Director of Miracles Recovery Center. With a deep passion for working within the recovery community. Taylor is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective treatment to individuals seeking support and healing.
Taylor’s professional journey began as a primary therapist, supported by a diverse educational background that includes participation in college soccer at Gardner-Webb University, accompanied by a bachelor’s degree in biology. She also obtained a master’s degree in behavioral therapy from Saint Joseph’s University and a master’s degree in social work (MSW) from Capella University. Currently, Taylor is a Registered Social Work Intern, reflecting a dedication to ongoing growth and excellence.
Driven by a genuine desire to make a positive impact and with leadership and expertise, Taylor aims to foster hope and recovery through innovative therapeutic approaches and heartfelt care, making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families.
In her free time, Taylor loves spending time with her family, specifically her husband and 3 children. Family is at the heart of everything she does, and her role as a mother is her greatest joy. In addition to her strong family values, Taylor enjoys watching sports (go birds), traveling, or enjoying outside activities.
JoAnna VanVleet, DO, DFAPA
Medical Director
Greg Goushian
Chief Financial Officer
Greg Goushian is a growth-focused business leader with deep experience in strategy, operational leadership, and scaling behavioral healthcare organizations. With a strong background in business development, marketing, and organizational growth, Greg has built and led high-performing teams across multiple treatment centers, helping expand service lines, strengthen referral networks, and improve overall program performance. He is passionate about building sustainable systems that deliver both operational efficiency and exceptional client care.
At Miracles Recovery Center, Greg’s role extends beyond finance into strategic expansion, partnership development, and long-term planning. He collaborates closely with clinical, operational, and outreach teams to improve processes, enhance client experience, and identify new opportunities for growth. His ability to connect strategy with execution has played a key role in positioning Miracles Recovery Center as a leading provider of substance abuse treatment while staying mission-driven and client-centered.
Alexandra Santiago
Program Manager
Derek Clenzi
Director of Business Development
Derek Clenzi brings over 10 years of experience in the healthcare and treatment industry, including overseeing and contributing to success in both a high-end private treatment program and a psychiatric hospital. With a master’s degree in Healthcare Administration and certification as an Addiction Counselor, he is deeply committed to empowering individuals on their recovery journey. As a dedicated member of the recovery community, Derek has been sober for over 11 years and is actively involved in various community initiatives, including serving on the Board of Directors for a nonprofit clubhouse that fosters recovery meetings and events.
Passionate about helping others rediscover their excitement for life, he works tirelessly to create meaningful experiences for those in recovery. With a focus on supporting individuals to overcome challenges and embrace lasting change, we are proud to have Derek be a part of the already exceptional team at Miracles Recovery Center. Director of Business Development and our Alumni Coordinator, he continues to go above and beyond to gather resources and build relationships for our clients when well after they complete our program. He is committed to the success of our program and our clients, ensuring that each person receives the support and care they deserve on their path to recovery.
Roderick Huggins
Michael Szott
Director of Admissions
Stephanie Santiago
Case Manager
Stephanie is a dedicated Case Manager and Certified Recovery Peer Specialist at Miracles Recovery Center, bringing the strength of lived experience in her work in the substance use recovery field. As a woman in long term recovery, she understands the challenges, courage, and resilience required to rebuild one’s life. Her personal journey inspires her to provide compassionate support to every client she serves. Stephanie specializes in person-centered care, peer support, and empowering individuals to recognize their strengths as they create meaningful, sustainable recovery goals. She is committed to offering hope, guidance, and a safe space for healing to all who walk through the door.
Shanell Casanova
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Shanell Casanova is the Lead Behavioral Health Technician at Miracles Recovery, where she has been a dedicated team member for the past year. With a strong passion for supporting individuals on their journey to healing, she plays a key role in creating a safe and compassionate environment for clients. Shanell is committed to helping others reclaim their lives and is proud to be part of a team that empowers transformation every day.
Case Management and Recovery Support
Case managers help you apply skills to daily life. Services include employment or school coordination, transportation planning, outside appointment scheduling, benefits navigation, and connection to sober supports. You will leave with a clear aftercare plan and the confidence to follow it.
Admissions and Care Coordination
Admissions specialists offer confidential consultations, rapid insurance verification, and clear next steps. Care coordinators stay with you through transitions between PHP, IOP, Evening IOP, and Outpatient so nothing falls through the cracks.
Alumni and Community
Recovery thrives in connection. Our alumni team organizes support groups, mentoring opportunities, and community events. You will have peers to lean on, celebrate with, and learn from as you grow in recovery.
How We Work Together
One Team, One Plan
Your team meets frequently to review progress, adjust interventions, and remove barriers. We communicate clearly with you and, with your consent, with your family and referral partners. You always know what is working and what comes next.
Manageable Caseloads
Clinicians maintain manageable caseloads so you receive attentive, personalized care. Sessions are purposeful, skill based, and designed to create momentum week by week.
Trauma-Informed Culture
Every staff member is trained to promote safety, empowerment, and choice. We focus on strengths and resilience at every stage of treatment.
Credentials and Quality Standards
- Licensed and credentialed clinicians across disciplines
- Ongoing training in evidence-based therapies and co-occurring care
- Structured supervision and case conferencing for complex presentations
- Clear documentation, outcome tracking, and continuous improvement
- Ethical communication and strict privacy practices
A Day in Care
- Individual therapy focused on goals you set with your therapist
- Skills-based groups that turn insight into action
- Psychiatric check-ins and medication management when appropriate
- Family sessions to strengthen support at home
- Case management to simplify real-life logistics
- Mind-body practices that support stress reduction, sleep, and energy