Who We Are, Our History, and What We Believe

Certified Addictions Specialist, an Approved CCAR Facilitator, a Colorado Credentialed Peer & Family Support Specialist, and a community organizer with over 16 years of experience mentoring and supporting people as well as discovering new applications of peer to peer support. Rod works to strengthen access and remove barriers to recovery support systems and facilitate people’s reintegration into wellness/recovery.

Dr Lacey Berumen received her PhD from Capella, Her Masters from Regis and Her Bachelors from UOP. She has been practicing in the Behavioral Health Field for over 25 years. She has been trained in Interlock enhancement and driving with care as well as working with 4 Plus DUI individuals, she is trauma informed and does trauma treatment, grief work and individual therapy. Lacey served 3 Governor's through appointment to Behavioral Health Committees . She served on the Nation Board of Directors of the National Alliance on Mental Illness for 6 years 5 in executive committee roles. Lacey served as the ED for NAMI Colorado for 6 years. She has also served in The US Air Force and as a Americorp Fellow. Lacey has worked in all areas of treatment to include 17 years in the ER of a Level 1 Trauma Center. Lacey serves as our Clinical Director and provides supervision and therapy services.

Danny is a former policeman, and has over 15 years in Home Health. He is our Administrator for our Assisted Living Residence in the Springs. He oversees all 6 of our MHTL and Recovery Residences. 

I have 19 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant, including 16 1/2 years in long-term care and 4 years in home health care, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of diverse patient populations. Additionally, my 10 years of experience leading activities demonstrates my commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those under my care. I am passionate about building strong relationships with patients and ensuring that they receive the best possible care in a positive and supportive environment.

Patti DeGeorge is an Assistant Administrator with Embark PCA. She is a native of Colorado graduating from Central High School and has been in Health care for over 11 years where her focus has been on the elderly and disabled population. She was instrumental in growing the IHSS program at her former company and looks forward to being a part of Embarks growth. Outside of work she enjoys hiking, photography and traveling. You can connect with Patti at patti@embarkpca.net.

Elizabeth Rozier RN, PMHNP-BC earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She received her Bachelor’s of Art in Interdisciplinary Studies and her Master’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is board certified as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Colorado with license number APN.0102534-CNP and prescriptive authority. For Medicaid covered clients you can make an appointment at: https://practice.kareo.com/embarkpca.

Lorena Manzanares is the Residence manager at Embark for the Competency female and male homes. Specializing in recovery and life skills coaching, I am the current Qualified Medication Administration for these homes. Though she carries 2 years of hands-on experience in this field, she firmly believes she has found her calling. She will dedicate her passion to continue delivering guidance to all individuals working through momentary hardships and demonstrating effective use in social skills. She’s a pretty good cook too.

Kia Williams, LPC has been a provider in the Mental Health Community for the last 28 years. Kia comes with a diverse wealth of knowledge and experience working with persons living with barriers to success due to: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Intellectually Disabilities, End of Life, Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Abuse and Neglect, Forensic Confinement, Competency (ITP and NGRI), Homelessness, Case Management and Community Resources across a broad range of Settings (Inpatient, Outpatient, Crisis, Residential, State Hospital and In-home). Kia has collaborated with people from many different Cultures and Socio-economic Statuses. Kia loves to be in collaboration with her clients working toward creating the change that they want to see in their life and the lives of their loved ones. She is also highly invested in being a team player!

Rica has over 17 years in the case management and advocacy field working with individuals from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. Rica is a fierce activist who sits on many community advisory boards as well as board of directors of organizations both locally and nationally. She is a certified trainer in peer recovery coaching and is a fearless grassroots organizer in the Denver area. As a part-time program coordinator in the Promotores De Esperanza program at EmbarkPCA, Rica aims to promote racial/ethnic health equity through the provision of culturally and linguistically competent services, designed to minimize barriers in the Latinx communities.

Noel has worked in the field of community development for over 15 years. As someone who identifies as Latinx and Queer, Noel believes deeply in the power of community to heal and mobilize groups for transformation and liberation. Noel works as a Community Case Manager at Vivent Health and facilitates two weekly virtual support groups in Spanish for EmbarkPCA; CHARLA VIH+ and CONOCETE LGBTQ+ under the Promotores de Esperanza program. Noel enjoys baking and trying new recipes, taking care of his platitas, and beautiful hikes outdoors, especially when he gets to see the Rocky Mountains.

Chanel Berumen is a Colorado Native. She loves going to concerts, playing video games, and being out in nature to explore new places. If Chanel could be any animal, she’d be a unicorn. Her favorite character from a book is the Rainbow Fish because he shares his sparkles with all the other fish so everyone can shine. When she’s not working one of her four jobs, she spends time with her boyfriend, 2 cats and Great Dane. Her dream is to one day own a BnB and act as a guide to the hordes of tourists that flock to our lovely state every year.

BA CDP WSCGCII, identifies as a person in long term recovery. He serves as a passionate advocate for the development of a stronger continuum of care in the behavioral health field. He is the Founder of Harmony Recovery Support Services in Olympia, WA. Jim believes that Recovery Coaches and Peer Support Specialists can be instrumental in providing additional support to people -- once they become willing to pursue a recovery journey. Currently, Jim offers CCAR Recovery Coach training programs for organizations and tribal communities throughout the Pacific Northwest region and nationally, with partnerships he has developed across the country.