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Recovery Services of Connecticut

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About Us

The Foundation of Our Treatment Center

At Recovery Services of Connecticut, we are steadfast in our belief that recovery from drug and alcohol addiction can be achieved. We recognize the journey to recovery can be daunting, but with the appropriate support, tools, and resources, our clients can attain long-lasting sobriety. Our treatment philosophy is rooted in scientifically-backed practices and customized care, ensuring that each client obtains the thorough and tailored attention they require to prosper.

We adopt a comprehensive approach to treatment, encompassing the physical, emotional, and mental facets of addiction. Our programs consist of conventional therapies, such as counseling, as well as alternative therapies like yoga and meditation. Our objective is to provide clients with the abilities and coping strategies necessary to sustain their sobriety beyond our facility.

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Meet the RSC Team

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Chris Dorval

Clinical Director

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Jessica Miller, LPC

Executive Director

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Nicole Fodaski, LPC

Associate Clinical Director

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Chris-Withington

Chris Withington, CADC

Primary Therapist

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Annie Christianson, MS

Primary Therapist

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Recovery Services of CT is licensed by the state of Connecticut and accredited by The Joint Commission. Our evaluations include patient care and medication management. You can trust that our addiction treatment services are safe and effective. Our accreditation demonstrates our commitment to providing high-quality care.

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Chris Dorval is the Clinical Director at Recovery Services of Connecticut. Chris is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and clinical consultant in the areas of addiction, trauma, and men’s health, as well as, having worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment continuum. A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (LCDCS), Chris graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW). Chris is an adjunct faculty at Rhode Island College in the School of Social Work, and has been a frequent guest lecturer on addiction, trauma and men’s health at Rhode Island College in the Political Science department, Nursing, and Psychology department, as well as, Brown University in both Warren Alpert Medical School and School of Public Health. Chris is on faculty for the Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) in connection with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Chris has extensive training in trauma informed care, treating co-occurring trauma and addiction, and is committed to helping others in their own personal journeys in recovery. Chris has specialty training in multiple trauma-focused therapies Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Technique, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). In 2018, Chris was the recipient of the Social Worker of the Year Award in Addictions from the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. As a person in long-term recovery himself, Chris is passionate about working with those affected by addiction and trauma and has dedicated his practice to this focus. As a father, husband, son, and friend Chris believes in developing healthy family and interpersonal relationships and addressing the underlying issues driving a person’s symptoms are essential to sustained recovery.

Jessica Miller is independently licensed in Connecticut as a Professional Counselor and New York as a Mental Health Counselor. She has over 20 years of experience as a therapist helping people with substance abuse and dual diagnoses. She received her Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Arts degree at Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus. Prior to RSCT, Jessica worked for Northwell Health System at Glen Cove Hospital’s Community House where she treated Dual Diagnosis patients in a day treatment program.

Jessica has been with Recovery Services of Connecticut since its inception and feels passionately about helping those struggling with substance use disorders. Jessica utilizes a comprehensive and creative approach to assist clients in pursuing a healthy, sober lifestyle.

Nicole Fodaski is independently licensed in Connecticut as a Professional Counselor. She has over a decade of experience as a therapist helping people with substance abuse and mental health struggles. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree at Keene State College and her Masters of Arts degree at Antioch University New England in Counseling and Dance/Movement Therapy. She comes to Recovery Services of Connecticut after working at Rushford as a detox clinician and as the lead clinician in their residential rehab program. Nicole takes a holistic and creative approach to helping individuals discover their inner strength and potential.

Nicole is a boy mom, loves nature, hiking, and was a dance instructor for over a decade. She believes in using mindfulness and movement to assist in healing; athletics, exercise, martial arts, dance, yoga, breath work, and meditation.

Christopher Withington is a Connecticut Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He began working at Recovery Services of Connecticut shortly after it opened in 2018. Chris brings a sense of kindness and compassion when working with clients and has a strong belief and foundation in the 12-steps of recovery. Chris’s strongest asset is his ability to facilitate therapy groups and engage patients on common ground. He communicates openly and always offers assistance to those that need it. Chris’s passion for helping others build a strong support network in recovery makes him a go to member on the RSCT team to ensure that patient have all the additional resources available.

Annie Christianson received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Connecticut and her Masters of Sciences degree at Bay Path University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in substance use disorders. She will be independently licensed in Connecticut as a Professional Counselor in 2023. Annie has a background in recovery and a strong foundation in Narcotics Anonymous. Annie has a warm, trauma-informed approach to counseling, incorporating humor and creativity into her work. She believes in helping individuals challenge themselves and discover their autonomy.

Annie enjoys exercise and movement as a practice of healing, and loves being in nature. She also loves books, true crime documentaries, and her cat (David).