Our Team
Leadership
Our team would like to welcome you to our recovery center and offer insight into what it’s like working with our clients at Cypress Lake Recovery. Our team are either actively living in recovery or are part of a specialized trained medical team that deals with addiction and mental health. Read through their profiles and get to know them before you schedule your intake call. We can’t wait to go on this journey toward recovery together. Remember: Recovery is found with a great support system behind you.
Thomas Isbell | Co-Founder and President
Thomas’ passion for recovery is hard to miss. His vision and commitment to high-quality treatment drive the mission at Sabino Recovery. Before joining Sabino Recovery Thomas served as founding director of The Pat Green Foundation, successfully raising millions of dollars for charity. He worked as a financial advisor for Seamless Capital, an Austin-based real estate company and has traveled the country as a motivational speaker. In recovery since 2010, Thomas has also served as a life coach and manager of a sober living home.
Thomas Isbell
Roy M. Serpa | Chief Executive Officer
Roy is a proven industry leader with over 33 years experience in the Healthcare services such as Home Health & Behavioral Health. Previously responsible for the oversight and management of annual revenues in excess of $250M & the treatment 15,000+ patients annually. His experience includes facility-based and free-standing Home Health Agencies; Mergers & Acquisitions; Executive Leadership & Management; Executive Sales Management; Turn-around Management and Compliance & Regulatory issues.
Roy M. Serpa
Executive Team
Joani Burchett, M.A., LCDC, LPC | Executive Director
Joani is passionate about helping others experience authentic wholeness as a person, making vital changes to one’s life in order to live in freedom and peace. Currently, she serves as the Executive Director at Cypress Lake Recovery, beginning her journey in therapeutic recovery work four years ago as a counselor at Cypress Lake, then later as Lead Therapist with the Family Programming role. She also serves with a CAC in Texas counseling children and teens who have been the victims of criminal acts. Joani loves integrating experiential modalities to the recovery process, such as art, music, and nature. She is a committed advocate to help others find their voice
Joani Burchett, M.A., LCDC, LPC
Derek Gwaltney | Chief Marketing Officer
For the past 10 years Derek has worked closely with business development teams at Lakeview Health and Pyramid Healthcare to grow and expand their offerings. Derek and his family recently relocated to Tucson, AZ to join the Cypress Lake family. Derek’s passion to helping individuals find quality treatment is apparent with all he does at Cypress Lake Recovery and has made a great impact to the team thus far.
Derek Gwaltney
Mandy Baker, MS, LCDC | Vice President of Operations
Amanda K. (Mandy) Baker, MS, LCDC is currently the Founder and operator of Mandy Baker Consulting, LLC. She holds a Master of Science in Human Development from Texas Tech University, which she received in December of 2006. Additionally, Mandy holds graduate certificates in Adolescent Development and women’s studies. Prior to her career in the treatment industry, Ms. Baker was the Associate Director for Grants and Special Projects at the nationally recognized Center for the Study of Addiction and Recovery (CSAR), where she worked as the lead project manager for the CSAR’s efforts to implement recovery support systems at institutions of higher education across the nation. Her deep understanding and study of the 18-27-year-old demographic has resulted in numerous publications in academic journals, books, curricula, and popular press outlets.
Prior to starting her own company, Mandy served as the CEO and Chief Clinical Officer of BRC Recovery, the CEO of The Ranch at Dove Tree, the Vice President of Clinical Services at Origins Recovery Centers, and the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Windhaven Counseling Center and its women’s only IOP. She is passionate about the unique issues of women, particularly those in recovery, and applies this passion in all that she does She has served on boards supporting the academic advancement of women including the Margaret Talkington School for Young Women Leaders.
Mandy has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families impacted by addictive illness and is a passionate advocate for the mental healthcare of Veterans. She is committed to providing accessible care, to developing creative partnerships that improve continuums of care, and to researching, developing, and implementing novel treatment approaches in the addiction and mental health treatment space.
Mandy Baker, MS, LCDC
Stefanie Litwiller, MSHRD, SPHR | Human Resources Director
Stefanie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Psychology, and a Master’s degree in Human Resources Development. Stefanie has been in Human Resources for over two decades, primarily within the behavioral health and patient financial services industries. Stefanie’s background includes employee relations, employment law, developing policy and process, analytics, compliance in both human resources and healthcare regulation, quality assurance, and training & development. Stefanie has built HR departments from the ground-up, served on the implementation teams for mergers, and grew an organization from 35 employees to 300 employees in eighteen months. She is passionate about employee development and creating environments for employees to thrive and grow.
Stefanie Litwiller, MSHRD, SPHR
Donna French | Finance Director
Donna has been in the accounting field for 38 years. Industries include, CPA firms, Aviation, Resorts and most recently an outpatient mental health facility. Donna expresses that the transition into the mental health industry has been a most rewarding experience. “If just one person benefits and is able to turn their life around, I feel like I’ve helped make a difference.” Donna is honored to be working for an organization whose focus is on the whole person and not just a label or diagnosis. Facilitating positive outcomes by ensuring all financial details are handled in a swift and loving manner is paramount to Donna’s work. She believes her experience along with her passion for people and recovery makes Origins a perfect fit.
Donna French
Alan Goodstat | Vice President of Compliance
Alan Goodstat, LCSW has 30 plus years’ experience in the Behavioral Healthcare field as a Clinician, Clinical Director, Program Director, Administrator/CEO, COO and Chief Compliance Officer. Alan received his Master of Social Work from Columbia University and is licensed in the States of Florida and South Carolina. Alan has a proven track record in providing compliance and organizational growth management services to both small and mid-size organizations, as well as start-up and pre-exit organizations . He sits on several behavioral health organization boards as an advisor, and member.
Alan Goodstat
Clinical & Medical Teams
Carmen Guhse | Clinical Director
Bio coming soon…
Carmen Guhse
Tracy Reid | Counselor
Tracy Reid is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) who works in residential substance use disorder treatment, where she facilitates process groups and supports clients through the early stages of recovery. With several years of experience in the behavioral health field, she is passionate about helping individuals build coping skills, develop self-worth, and create meaningful change in their lives. Tracy was drawn to this work by a deep desire to support people as they heal and rediscover their potential. She values creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can be honest, vulnerable, and empowered in their recovery journey. Outside of work, Tracy enjoys spending time with family and continuing to grow both personally and professionally.
Tracy Reid
Cidney Sturrock | Continuing Care Coordinator
Bio coming soon…
Cidney Sturrock
Outreach & Admissions Teams
Dan Gilmer | Clinical Outreach Director
Dan is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana he attended Louisiana State University and has been working in the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Industry since he got sober at the age of twenty. Having various different roles in that time doing admissions, case management, outreach and owning Sober Living Homes he has a vast knowledge of varying levels of care. It is his passion to help others that are suffering to achieve Recovery.
Dan Gilmer
Erik Jokinen | Executive Director of Admissions
Erik Jokinen serves as the Executive Director of Admissions with over a decade of experience in behavioral healthcare. Throughout his career, Erik has been dedicated to helping individuals and families access the care and support they need. With extensive expertise in substance abuse and mental health treatment, he has worked across admissions, operations, and clinical outreach, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the treatment process from first call to ongoing care.
Erik Jokinen
Nicole Dearing | Admissions Specialist
Nicole is the Lead Admissions Specialist at T&R Recovery Group, where she helps people take the first brave step toward recovery. She has worked in the addiction treatment field since 2021 and brings both professional knowledge and real-life understanding to the role. Having been sober since 2020, Nicole knows firsthand how powerful change can be and how intimidating that first phone call can feel.
Known for her compassion, honesty, and ability to make people feel at ease (even on tough days), Nicole is passionate about guiding individuals and families through the admissions process and helping them find hope when they need it most. She believes recovery is possible for anyone who’s willing to take the first step—and she’s proud to walk alongside people as they begin that journey.
Nicole Dearing
Jakob Young | Clinical Outreach Representative
Jakob is a dedicated professional in the behavioral health field and a person in long-term recovery who is passionate about helping others find healing and support. His personal journey fuels his commitment to connecting individuals and professionals with meaningful resources for recovery. Jakob currently serves as President of the San Antonio Addiction Professionals Collaborative, where he works to bring providers together to strengthen the local recovery community. He values building authentic relationships and creating partnerships that help others thrive. Outside of work, Jakob enjoys spending time outdoors and staying active through sports and adventure.
Jakob Young
Carly Maxwell | Clinical Outreach Representative
As a proud alumna of Hannah’s House at Origins Texas Recovery, Carly brings both professional dedication and personal passion to her work. Her own recovery journey has given her a deep understanding of the challenges individuals and families face, and she is committed to connecting them with treatment that makes true healing possible. Carly approaches her role with authenticity, compassion, and hope – knowing firsthand that recovery works.
Carly Jane Maxwell
Monica Lindstrom | Clinical Outreach Representative
Monica is a Clinical Outreach Representative, where she is passionate about helping individuals and families connect with quality treatment and recovery resources. Her work is driven by a genuine commitment to helping people find the support they need to begin and sustain recovery. Outside of work, she enjoys practicing yoga and attending concerts of her favorite bands.
Monica Lindstrom
Halley Haymaker | Clinical Outreach Representative
Halley Haymaker serves in Clinical Outreach, where she is passionate about connecting individuals and families to high-quality, life-changing care. With a background rooted in relationship-building and behavioral health, she brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to every interaction. Halley is driven by a genuine desire to make a meaningful impact, helping others navigate pivotal moments with clarity and confidence. She is known for her presence, authenticity, and ability to build strong, lasting connections. Outside of her professional role, Halley enjoys spending time with her son and staying engaged in her community.
Halley Haymaker
Stephanie Martinez | Clinical Outreach Representative
Stephanie began her work in the recovery field in 2017, inspired by her own personal journey. Over the years, she has provided direct client care, developed impactful programs, and spearheaded community outreach initiatives – always with a focus on connecting individuals to the care they deserve. Having experienced firsthand the challenges of accessing care, Stephanie brings a deep respect for the work that goes into connecting individuals with the right resources and support.
Stephanie Martinez
Facility & Culinary Teams
Chris Hill | Facility Manager
Chris Hill is an experienced Facilities Manager with over 15 years of experience in maintenance management and operational leadership. At Cypress Lakes Recovery, he oversees all aspects of facility operations, ensuring a safe, efficient, and high-performing environment for staff and clients. Previously, Chris held a regional leadership role supporting real estate acquisitions, new construction, and staffing initiatives within the carwash and oil and gas industries. He also served his community for more than 20 years as a firefighter. Chris currently serves as President of the South Tyler County Little League Association and is actively involved in his church and community. He and his wife, Donna, have been married for 10 years and are proud parents of three boys.
Chris Hill
Zach Patterson | Executive Chef
Zach Patterson is the executive chef at Cypress Lake Recovery. With over 20 years experience running restaurants such as Outback Steakhouse, Johnny Carinos, and Gengis Grill, he enjoys providing delicious cuisine to clients helping them through their recovery process. Outside of work you can find him out flying drones, or playing his guitar.
