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The Desert Cove Recovery Center Staff

We believe that effective addiction treatment begins with expert and compassionate leadership. Our staff is comprised of medical professionals and knowledgeable caretakers who have years of experience working with addictions and the families of individuals in treatment.

Get to know us by reading our biographies below, or call to speak with us directly: (844) 235-2768

Justin Owens

Medical Coordinator
Chrissy Clark

Clinical Director
Melissa Rogers

Primary Therapist
Margaret Sisk

Primary Therapist
Tripti Choudhury

Primary Therapist

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know it’s time for addiction treatment?

When addiction takes hold, it’s debilitating. The individual may show signs of addiction through actions as well as changes to their physical appearance. Here are a few warning signs that indicate it’s time to seek help… Read More

When is detox necessary?

Our admissions team can help advise you if detox is necessary in order for the addiction to be treated successfully. If medical detox is suggested, we will make a recommendation for detox with one of our partners… Read More

Will my Insurance cover the cost of addiction treatment?

We accept most insurance providers. You can visit our Insurance Providers page here, or you can visit our Insurance Verification Form page here to see if your current health care provider covers addiction treatment through Desert Cove Recovery Center… Read More

How long is the Desert Cove Recovery Program?

Desert Cove Recovery believes that each individual is unique. The type of arizona treatment center and length of time in the program should meet each person’s specific needs. We offer an extended care program for those requiring more time to address complex treatment… Read More

What does Desert Cove offer AFTER my initial treatment program is complete?

On completion of the Desert Cove Recovery Program, clients will be supported in finding sober living, attending Desert Cove Aftercare Services and involvement in the 12-Step community… Read More

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Accreditations & Memberships

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Justin Owens

Medical Coordinator

Justin has been sober for five years and is passionate about helping others do the same. Justin prides himself as a man who lives with integrity and strives to teach others to do the same. Justin has been working in the recovery field for the past four years and brings medical expertise to the clients at the treatment center.

Chrissy Clark

Clinical Director

Chrissy is a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor and has been working in the field of recovery since 2014 after getting sober herself in 2010. Chrissy is trained in Brainspotting as a form of trauma processing and is passionate about helping others work through underlying issues contributing to their addiction.

Melissa Rogers

Primary Therapist

Melissa has a Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an emphasis on addiction, chemical dependency, and substance use. She is currently working on her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, emphasizing trauma. Melissa first came to Desert Cove Recovery in 2014 after leaving behind a career that no longer served her and deciding to pursue her passion for helping others. Melissa believes in getting to the root of the problem by focusing on inner child healing, emotional wounds, and somatic exercises. In her spare time, Melissa spends time with her young daughter, practices yoga, and is an avid reader.

Margaret Sisk

Primary Therapist

Margaret is one of the Primary Therapists at Desert Cove Recovery. Margaret’s journey of self-discovery, viewed through a holistic lens, led her to the field of recovery due to her own experiences with addiction. Through her personal recovery journey, she discovered a deep passion for assisting others in finding their own paths to a new life.

With an emphasis on the Felt Sense PolyVagal Theory of Trauma and Addiction, Margaret’s aim is to guide clients in delving into their inner or “felt sense” through somatic experiencing practices. By doing so, they can grasp the significance of bodily sensations in processing emotions and experiences. Through this journey, her goal is to facilitate their exploration of their inner selves, fostering the rebuilding of self-trust and empowering them to confidently progress along their path to recovery.Margaret is grateful for her journey and the gained knowledge to help those on choosing recovery as a path in life.

Tripti Choudhury

Primary Therapist

Tripti is one of our primary therapist who provides EMDR trauma therapy and has been a person in long-term personal recovery for approximately 5 years. Tripti finished her graduate degree while working at Desert Cove and has been with this program for over a year. She moved from New Jersey and has lived in Arizona for close to ten years. She has since been a dedicated community advocate helping others find their way to the healing process as she has done through her personal experience.