We know all the hurdles and pitfalls of reaching recovery, so we're able to effectively develop an integrative business plan that includes diverse options for patients suffering from addiction.
Douglas M. Leech
Founder and CEO
Douglas M. Leech
Mr. Leech also founded West Virginia Sober Living (WVSL), a self-sustaining 501(c)(3) non-profit, operating recovery residences, job creation and reintegration programming, and a network of peer recovery coaches providing broad community support for SUD throughout West Virginia.
Scott Cohen, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Scott Cohen, CPA
Scott has a BS in Business Administration with a double major in accounting and finance from The Ohio State University. Scott has more than 25 years of experience in finance and operations management within start-ups and private equity-owned organizations. He has more than 14 years in behavioral health, working for national providers developing the finance and administrative infrastructure. He was responsible for all aspects of strategic planning, financial reporting, revenue cycle, process improvement, system implementation and risk management. He is also a licensed CPA and a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association.
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Charm Lea
Vice President of Human Resources
Charm Lea
Her career has focused on building and growing HR teams in various healthcare organizations, including specialty pharmacy, inpatient & outpatient healthcare, and urgent care & occupational medicine. She also served in the United States Air Force, where she worked as a Mental Health and Alcohol Rehabilitation Technician.
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Brandon George
Director of Consulting Services
Brandon George
Director of Consulting Services
Prior to joining Ascension RS, Brandon served as the Vice President for Recovery and Advocacy Programs for Mental Health America Indiana and the Director of Indiana Addiction Issues Coalition, which advocates for recovery through public policy and education. Brandon has consulted throughout the country on both policy and recovery infrastructure. His effort around increasing access to medications for opioid use disorder has been acknowledged widely having contributed to Johns Hopkins School of Public Health’s publication on this topic and Georgetown Law O’Neill Institute’s toolkit on MOUD in corrections.
Brandon has been a consultant for SAMHSA’s Opioid Response Network, the Bureau of Justice Assistance, and is a contributor to Harvard’s Law Blog. He served as a trusted advisor to the National Judicial Opioid Task Force, on the leader’s council for Legal Services Corporation (LSC) and worked with the White House for the Office of National Drug Control Policy to create model law. Brandon graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Addictions Counseling from Indiana Weslyn University and lives in Noblesville, Indiana with his family.
In 2023, Brandon received the Sagamore of the Wabash award which is one of the highest honors in the State of Indiana given by the Governor. The title is awarded to those who have made a significant impact to Indiana life: Past recipients have included astronauts (Gus Grissom), athletes (Michael Brinegar, Ray LeBlanc), comedians (David Letterman), musicians (Willie Nelson), and president (George H. W. Bush).
Lauren DeWitt
Business Development Manager
Lauren DeWitt
Steve Burton, LCSW
Senior Director at Wise Path Recovery Centers, Charleston
Steve Burton, LCSW
Steve holds a Masters of Social Work degree from West Virginia University and is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). Over a career spanning nearly 20 years, Steve has held positions in children services, welfare to work, prevention, and addiction treatment administration. As the former Chief Executive Officer of First Choice Health Systems and First Choice Services, Steve helped develop and implement West Virginia’s and Pennsylvania’s first addiction and behavioral health help lines: Help4WV and PA Get Help Now. Steve is also a former adjunct faculty for the West Virginia University School of Social Work and former President for the National Association of Social Workers-West Virginia chapter.
Morgan Henson
Senior Director
Morgan Henson
Kathryn Sullivan
Director, Compliance and Operational Excellence
Kathryn Sullivan
Terry Danielson, PRSS
Senior Operations Consultant
Terry Danielson, PRSS
Senior Operations Consultant
Jason Batten, LPC, ALPS, AADC
Senior Clinical Consultant
Jason Batten, LPC, ALPS, AADC
Senior Clinical Consultant
Jason Batten is a clinical mental health and substance use disorder counselor holding active licenses in several different states. He received his Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and Master of Business Administration both from Liberty University. Jason Batten has been a practicing human service professional for the past 10 years and has held several roles in various agencies ranging from Mental Health Counselor to Director of Operations. Jason Batten specializes in providing general mental health and human service support for people experiencing homelessness, serious and persistent mental illness, and substance use disorders. Most recently, Jason oversaw the clinical programs across kathy ireland® Recovery Centers’ sites. Jason is passionate about person-centered and behavioral therapies that have proven effective with a wide range of clients. Jason believes that effective treatment helps people learn to live well and experience deep meaning and purpose in life
Sharon Leech
Office Manager
Sharon Leech
Office Manager
Sharon is a long-time resident of West Virginia and earned a master’s degree in education from WVU. In addition, she is a licensed WV real estate agent. Sharon is the office manager at Ascension RS and offers administrative support for the Program Development and Program Management teams, including handling company real estate needs nationwide. She has worked on a variety of fundraising events in Morgantown, but she most enjoys supporting the wonderful residents of West Virginia Sober Living.
Angela Kudurogianis
Human Resources Manager
Angela Kudurogianis
Human Resources Manager
Angela Kudurogianis is Ascension RS’ Human Resources Manager coordinating administrative activities related to personnel. Angela has been an employee of the company for almost 4 years. She has previously held positions related to business management, behavioral health, and workplace accommodations. She is a lifelong resident of West Virginia and graduated with an undergraduate degree from West Virginia University in Psychology. Additionally, Angela works in real estate as a licensed salesperson and general contractor. Outside of sales, she works on purchasing and managing investment properties. Angela enjoys spending time with her dog, camping, traveling, live music, getting involved in the community, and advocating for people in recovery.
Joey Ferguson
Director of Business Development and Patient Access
Joey Ferguson
Director of Business Development and Patient Access
Chris Watras, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Manager, Consulting Services
Chris Watras, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Manager, Consulting Services
Chris is a Manager of Consulting Services for Ascension RS. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor with over 20 years’ experience working in human services. Prior to working with Ascension RS, Chris lived in Washington State where he developed and implemented the addiction medicine program for the largest federally qualified health center in the country.
In recent years, Chris’ work has been featured on NBC News Left Field and the Seattle Times for advocating better access to substance use disorder treatment. Chris was the 2020 Helping Us Help You award recipient from the Northwest Regional Primary Care Association for his work in developing the Responding to the Opioid Epidemic Conference and Healthcare Provider & Staff Resiliency During Covid 19 webinar series in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington State. Chris continues to remain involved as founding member of the Partners in Care Conference that focuses on best practice, skills training for primary care and behavioral health providers in the Pacific Northwest.
Chris currently resides with his wife and two-year-old daughter in Richmond, Virginia where he focuses on project management for Ascension RS.
Kevin Massie, MBA
Senior Financial Analyst
Kevin Massie, MBA
Senior Financial Analyst
