The Team

Robert Fox serves as Recovery Syndicate’s CEO, responsible for bringing vision and leadership to the program. He has over 5 years of experience as Program and Operations Director for a sober living home program in the Chandler area and excels at problem-solving, community outreach, and advocating for quality treatment for all patients. After many years of experience in the field, he saw the need for quality treatment and aftercare for people leaving residential treatment and is passionate about bringing robust support systems to those working towards long-term recovery.

Christine Fox serves as Recovery Syndicate’s Administrator and Client Advocate. She earned her Associate of Science and Social Services degrees and is passionate about carrying a message of hope to those suffering from substance use disorder. She brings compassion, personal knowledge, and clinical experience to the team and finds joy in helping people to grow in mind, body, and spirit and live a productive, rich, sober life. Chemical Dependency, AAS Social Services

James Currier has been a part of the behavioral healthcare field since April 2015. He started working for Recovery Syndicate in March of 2023. James’ primary focus is to ensure that our patients achieve and maintain long-term sobriety. He incorporates his intimate knowledge of addiction and his educational background to ensure that patients receive optimal medical and clinical care. James has dedicated himself to understanding addiction’s clinical component and will finish his MS in Addiction Psychology program in 2024. James will be pursuing clinical licensure after earning his master’s degree. As executive director at Recovery Syndicate, he works closely with the team to provide excellent patient care while supporting the staff. Working in the treatment industry has helped him gain extensive knowledge and skills to find solutions to challenges while efficiently creating effective processes.

Edward graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Edward is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He was a fellow in the ASU Interdisciplinary Training Academy which focused on the opioid epidemic, effective ways to care for people who use drugs, and resources for individuals and families impacted by addiction. He has completed training specifically on medications for addiction treatment provided by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry.

Edward has served the recovery community since 2016, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Edwardis passionate about helping patients along their journey to recovery because he saw firsthand how addiction can devastate families when he was still young.  Edward begins by dedicating time to truly understand his clients; delving into their life history, challenges, and goals. Then, he collaborates with clients to create a realistic, evidenced-based treatment plan that is effective for their unique needs.  Edward prides himself on being approachable and understanding, creating a comfortable space for open dialogue.  Edward was born and raised here in Arizona. He is honored to care for the patients at Recovery Syndicate, and be an advocate for them.

Yotonya Franklin is known for meeting the client where they are at in terms of the stages of change model and building rapport with her clients. Yotonya  has a Masters Degree in Addictiction Studies from Ottawa Univerity – Phoenix AZ.  Yotonya is very passionate about helping others and connecting with his clients and helping them look within themselves to discover their own identity.

John, a distinguished graduate of Rio Salado College, holds an AAS degree in Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling. Currently, he is pursuing a BA in Addiction Counseling at Ottawa University, with an expected completion date of April 2024. John’s academic journey has been marked by excellence, as evidenced by his impressive GPA of 3.887. Additionally, he has obtained certifications in Substance Use Disorder Counseling at both Level I and Level II. With three years of experience in the industry, John is dedicated to helping individuals discover the same sense of fulfillment he has found. His unwavering commitment to client care perfectly aligns with Recovery Syndicate’s mission of equipping our clients with the tools and support necessary for long-term recovery and lasting success.

Daniel has been working in the behavioral health field since 2017. Daniel grew up in Northern California and established himself in the hospitability industry. Daniel moved to Arizona in 2011 and began working for Tesla Solar before shifting career paths after finding recovery and discovering that he wanted to help people recover from a seemingly hopeless disease. Daniel understands that no single approach is the right one for every client and goes to great lengths to ensure that each of our client’s needs are met and that they are being provided the care they need and deserve. Daniel believes that showing compassion and empathy helps create a strong connection with our clients, builds trust, and shows them that Recovery Syndicate is here to help them achieve their goals and live a happy, joyous, and free life.

Dana has over 10,000 hours of experience as a life coach. She specializes in addiction recovery coaching, relationships, communication, cognitive behavior therapy, and emotional intelligence. In addition to her formal education, Dana has over 30 years of personal recovery from addiction and codependency. Her experience spans people from all walks of life, facing unique struggles and situations. Her mission is to help our clients discover and embrace the best version of themselves. Dana’s broad education and intimate familiarity with the struggles of substance abuse recovery have given her a unique perspective to help individuals discover their own capacity for healing.

As a former coach in the National Football League for 11 years, as well as an extensive tenure of 18 years as an assistant coach at the major college level, Carl Hargrave coached three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals as an Offensive Consultant in 2004. In 2005, Hargraves contributions helped the Cardinals’ finish the season with the 8th ranked overall offense in the NFL, and the #1 passing offense (4,437 yards/277.3 yards per game) for the first time in team history. Currently vetted in the Recovery Community, Carl is Owner/Coach of “Fit Four Recovery” addressing the fitness component at various Recovery Centers nation wide, where his passion for coaching has evolved from the playing field to the field of life. “I love the energy and the excitement in helping a person who has lost all hope to find a new life in sobriety.” Carl is an intricate part of the men and women whose lives are mired in the pains of addiction, encompassing all levels and ages.

Jacob Daffner provides yoga and meditation services specifically geared to those in varying stages of the addiction recovery process. Jacob is in recovery himself and has a deep understanding of the recovery process. He incorporates this experience and knowledge into the yoga and meditation classes he teaches. He is certified in yoga and meditation and has undergone specific and intensive training to provide the best possible experience for people in the early stages of the recovery process detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment. While yoga helps with the body, meditation helps with the mind. Creating clarity and serenity before patients make what are bound to be life changing decisions. Also, leaving them with tools to use on their own when they are done with the treatment program.

Heather currently works in administration, helping with compliance and special administrative projects and acting as a dedicated support to our clients. She is very organized and does everything she can to remain solution focused. Not only does she devote a lot of time to helping our clients she is currently going to school for a degree in human resources. Heather has been sober since 9/24/2017 after putting in much effort to overcome addiction and the turmoil that surrounds it. She knows intimately how addiction can impact someone’s life and uses that experience to form meaningful connections with our clients. The owners of Recovery Syndicate have been a vital part of my recovery. They helped me through the most difficult situation I have ever had to face. I see them and every employee in the company involved in helping clients through similar situations with compassion.

Jessica has been in recovery since 2016, and having gone through the recovery process herself, she understands the challenges and struggles that come with addiction. She is committed to helping others on their path to recovery and is always there to offer a listening ear or word of encouragement. Jessica has a bachelor’s degree in Nursing and has extensive financial management knowledge. She provides our clients with the support they need to achieve their financial goals. As well as working as the Client Financial Coordinator, Jessica works as a BHT, Admissions Coordinator, and Business Development team member.

Jeremy is a highly experienced professional who has spent the past 12 years working in various roles within the drug and alcohol recovery industry. Throughout his career, he has been committed to helping individuals overcome addiction and reclaim their lives. Jeremy’s approach is heart-focused, and he is known for his compassionate nature and genuine care for those he works with. In addition to his expertise in recovery and addiction treatment, Jeremy is also an incredible team player who brings a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to every role he takes on. His dedication to his work and his clients has earned him a reputation as a trusted and respected member of the recovery community.

Been in the industry for about 8 years. I am passionate about working in recovery helping other to better their lives. I feel honor to have the opportunity to help addict and alcoholic. Some of my key characteristics that make me great at what I do are having the ability to be compassionate, empathetic & supportive.

Brittany Satmary is Certified Medical Assistant, CPR/First Aid Certified, one year of House Management for sober living.

Brittany is passionate about working in recovery because she wants to be able to help those struggling with addiction to see there is a way out and a brighter future ahead. She believes that waking up every day and helping another addict not only gives her a sense of purpose.

Skye Barnett is a Peer Support Specialist with two years of experience in the industry. She holds a high school diploma and has completed some college courses. Skye is also a certified Peer Support Specialist, which enables her to assist individuals struggling with addiction on their journey to recovery. As a recovering addict herself, Skye is passionate about her work and finds purpose in helping others find a new way of life. She believes that working with other addicts is crucial for her own recovery and strives to create a supportive and empathetic environment for her clients. Skye specializes in providing recovery support. She believes that being genuine, empathetic, and open-minded are key characteristics that make her effective at her job.