Our People
Leadership
Michael Huffaker, executive director
Mike is both Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor II (CADC-II) and an Internationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ICADC). His years of service, compassion for those still struggling, and commitment to the Freedom Ranch’s vision make him the ideal leader to guide the organization into the future as it embarks on its expansion.
Kyle Jordan, Director of Operations
A Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor II (CADC-II), an Internationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ICADC), and completed an Associates degree in Accounting. Kyle has advanced through various roles at the San Diego Freedom Ranch, now serving as Director of Operations where his leadership and dedication support clients on their paths to recovery.
Management & Clinical Staff
John De Hamm - Program Director
Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, Certified Addiction Specialist (CADC-CAS)
Michael Marchetti – Program Supervisor
Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor, B.S., CADC III
Cicely Kaul - Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, M.A., LPCC5460
Freddy Grubstad - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MSN, PMHNP-BC, RN
Patrick Ridge - Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT#140069) Under supervision of Cicely Kaul, M.A., LPCC5460
Roland Lebel – Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I (CADC I)
Jimi Nourie – Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I (CADC I)
Billy Wilson – Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I (CADC I)
Bryan Burke – Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I (CADC I)
Zachary White - Registered Alcohol & Drug Technician (RADT)
Board of Directors
Chairman of the Board: Pamela Dose
Secretary: Brandon Gehring
Directors:
Keith Blankenship
Kenny Goodner
Ryan Delaney
Tamara Goodner
Mike De Hamm