Regional Lifeline Director

Ashlee facilitates recovery efforts across the sixteen county area of Region 2. She educates those in recovery and the community with a specific goal in mind, reducing the stigma of substance misuse by establishing lifelines and support services for individuals in need. Ashlee has a passion for helping others find a path to recovery and gain the skills to sustain their journey. She is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist and a CCAR Certified Recovery Coach/Facilitator. Ashlee is an individual in long term recovery and uses her experience to share hope with others. She previously served as a TN Recovery Navigator.
Ashlee’s coworkers say that she is one of those people who is not replaceable in life because she has been a light in darkness for many. They want you to know that honesty and dedication drive the work that she does, and her tenacity for helping others work around treatment barriers is incredible. When someone is ready for treatment, there is nothing she won’t do to try to find them a place to engage in recovery.
Get to know our Regional Lifeline Director a little better!

Tell me a little bit about yourself.

I have been in long-term recovery over six years and have worked in the recovery support field for over four years. I have been with MDC two years this November.

I was born in California, but raised in middle TN. I have been an East TN resident for over six years. I have been married for almost nineteen years and we have to children, and two fur babies.

I enjoy spending time with my family, helping others and crafting.

What is one project or event you have worked on for MDC that you are particularly proud of?

Becoming a recovery coach facilitator.

One thing I want people to know about my job is…

I do more than just treatment referrals.

What is your favorite thing about living in Knoxville?

I live in Maryville, however my favorite thing about Knoxville is the football spirit in the fall. Go VOLS!

What is the best piece of advice you have ever gotten?

Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations. Don’t give up!

What is something people probably wouldn’t guess about you?

I love to sing!

What superpower would you choose?

The ability to heal those struggling with addiction.

If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Bacon

I am proud to work at MDC because…

The work we do is making a positive impact on our community by providing education and recovery support.