Our Experts

Darren Davis, R.Ph, is a 1989 graduate of the University of Louisiana at Monroe School of Pharmacy. Darren worked as a pharmacist for four years and served as the administrator of elite treatment centers for the last 20 years. As a recovering professional himself, Darren shares an interest in the entire recovery process. Darren’s vision for Retreat at Sky Ridge is a place where treatment and recovery can be an enjoyable experience and one that fosters the development of real confidence in sobriety.

As our Administrator, Dwayne’s 25 years as a Licensed Addiction Counselor, along with his Certification in Clinical Supervision, helps support the dynamic, effective, and high-quality core programming at Retreat at Sky Ridge.

Matt earned his MA in Addiction Psychology from The Hazelden School of Addiction Studies in 2010. He is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselor (LADAC) through the State of Arkansas Board of Examiners of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors. Matt also trained as a SMART Recovery Professional and a Certified Addiction Interventionist (CAI) through the ARISE Network. Matt utilizes Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing Techniques to build therapeutic rapport in individual and group settings. Matt makes a personal existential connection with each of his clients using his personal experience and scientific approaches to help others struggling with addiction.

Nadia is a University of Arkansas graduate with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She has extensive experience in Acute Psychiatric and Acute Medical settings, working with individuals through periods in their lives when they were at their most critical exacerbations of physical illness, mental illness, and addiction. Nadia is dedicated to providing quality holistic care through current scientific and evidence-based practices for substance abuse and addiction treatment.

Charlene Fields is a Licensed Associate and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor who has been working in the field of recovery for nine years. Charlene has worked in the nonprofit sector and continues to serve on Boards that aid those in recovery. She is passionate about helping others. Using CBT, DBT, and MI therapeutic practices, Charlene is skilled in trauma, eating disorders, and substance use diagnosis. Her testimony and personal recovery experience allow her to truly empathize with those she serves. Charlene holds a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitative And Vocational Counseling from the University of Arkansas.

Kristina is the well-organized administrative first line for Retreat at Sky Ridge that handles pre-screens, insurance claims, and any other task that comes her way. Kristina’s life experience affords her the passion for serving others in the recovery and addiction field. Her 10+ years of experience in Health Care as a CNA and Administrator allows her to support the Administration, Clinical, and Medical disciplines of Retreat at Sky Ridge while also supporting patients on their road to Recovery. Kristina has been an integral part of Retreat at Sky Ridge since 2020.