A Sober Way Home's Professional Treatment Staff
Directors
Jody Pegram, Executive Director
Jody entered into the recovery field in the late nineties. Fueled by personal experience and a commitment to serve, Mr. Pegram worked his way from the ground up. He has been formally trained at Hazelden as well as the Professional training association. His creative and precedent setting approach have made him a sought after member of the national recovery community.
Beginning with Stebanger homes in Palm Beach, FL. he was integral in the development of C.A.R.E. in southern Florida and appointed associate director / founder in 1999. His insight and creative ability have earned him positions at multiple facilities in a broad range of capacities. Notably as director of Coral Reef Counseling, Executive Director of Addiction Management and consultant / therapist at Blackwater outdoor experiences where he was responsible for developing and instituting their extended care treatment planning.
Here at A Sober Way Home he brings his considerable body of work experience along with an authenticity and uncanny ability to express his passion for recovery to our staff and clients. Mr. Pegram is a welcome addition and we feel blessed to have him on board.
Kimberly Joiner, Program Director
Kimberly
serves A Sober Way Home in many capacities. She is responsible for financial management, program development, assuring that all aspects of the program are in line with licensure requirements, as well as supervising personnel. Her integrity and commitment to excellence shine through all that she is a part of. Kimberly is a vital and integral part of the team.
Pete Stewart - Operations Director / Family Liaison
Pete is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the day to day logistics as well as providing and maintaining a safe, consistent and appropriate residential environment for A Sober Way Home clients. His attention to detail, strong leadership skills and ability to effectively communicate his experience, strength and hope have made him a valuable and respected member of our team.
Medical Staff
Ed Gogek, M.D.
Board-certified Psychiatrist who has worked in Prescott for several years. His background in addiction Psychiatry includes a fellowship in chemical dependency and in several programs with homeless alcoholics and addicts, and experience in treating sexual addictions and eating disorders.
Michael W. Carlton, MD - Consulting Addictionologist
As the CEO and Founder of Phoenix Recovery, Dr. Carlton has admitting privileges at all the major Phoenix-based hospitals and can provide detox services when needed. As a physician certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine, Dr. Carlton has the knowledge to diagnose and treat specific problems and to medically manage addictive disorders.
As Medical Director of several Phoenix area treatment centers, he has medically managed over 25,000 individuals withdrawing from drugs and alcohol. Dr. Carlton completed his four-year dual residency training in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and two years of a specialty fellowship in Medical and Industrial Toxicology. He has over a decade of experience in the treatment of addiction. He has given educational lectures and seminars throughout the Southwest. Dr. Carlton has published numerous articles and has extensive knowledge in the fields of Addiction, Toxicology, and Medicine.
Dr. Robert Upchurch
Licensed Naturopathic Physician. He graduated in 1986 from John Bastyr University with a degree in Naturopathic Medicine and has practiced in Arizona for the past 16 years. He has a general practice but specializes in using natural hormones.
Sally Kinsley - Medication Support Staff
Therapists
Dr. Jim Hopper
James O. Thomas, LISAC (Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor) - AZ Board of Behavioral Health, Ordained Minister, Provides assessment services to local courts.
Molly Cook, LISAC, LCSW
Molly is a licensed clinical social worker and a member of the national association of social work "NASW". She is also licensed in the state of Arizona as a substance abuse counselor. Molly's extensive experience in the field includes positions at both The Meadows and Remuda Ranch. She has worked as both a primary therapist and a family counselor. Molly is trained in post induction training which addresses coping skills such as boundaries, self-esteem, reality, and dependency issues. In addition, Molly is certified as a grief recovery specialist and has worked with hospice as a bereavement counselor. Molly brings a unique outlook and skill set to the team.
Benjamin Ainsa, M.Ed.
Ben has a Masters of Education in Counseling and Human Relations and is well on his way to becoming an independent substance abuse counselor. He has over 5 year experience working as an Adult Probation Officer, successfully counseling and empowering probationers to overcome obstacles inhibiting them from living a fulfilling life. Ben is also a certified group facilitator and has taught numerous classes such as substance abuse, anger management, domestic violence, DUI, life skills, and Moral Reconation Therapy.
As part of his undergraduate degree in International Law & Diplomacy, and his natural love of cultural diversity, Ben has lived and traveled throughout Europe, China, and Mexico and is bilingual in Spanish. Participants in his groups frequently comment they enjoy Ben’s relaxed style which is both engaging and interactive.
Office Staff
Kimberly Joiner - Program Director / Accounting
Michelle MacIntyre – Administrative Assistant
Joel Figueroa – Insurance Billing
Residential Staff
Kathleen Scott – Women’s House Manager
Katy Warren – Women’s House Manager
Mark McGowan – Men’s House Manager
Brian McEnroe – Men’s House Manager
Jon Wetgrove - Airport Pickup
