Meet The Founder

Katie officially founded Alt Recovery after the passing of someone very close to her that struggled with substance use disorders but couldn't find the right community within the traditional 12 step groups. Katie knew the amount of services offered in the area but only if you have insurance, can qualify for a scholarship or get a loan.  Katie had the vision to create a recovery service that was completely free to anyone in need of outpatient recovery services who felt that the 12 steps were not for them.

Katie works daily to push for more harm reduction services, education and resources offered throughout Salt Lake County and surrounding areas. She is a firm believer in medication assisted treatment for those needing help getting or staying clean from opiate use disorders. Medication assisted treatment is also available for those who suffer from alcoholism. 

"Recovery is not a one size fits and is instead a personal path. I myself have been in recovery since 2015 and through my journey I found that there are many methods to recovery that work. If there is one thing that you take away from my statement I hope it is that the quote "once an addict always an addict" is false. Do NOT let that define you and one an addict NOT always an addict. Everyone deserves compassion, love, help and guidance no matter if they are in recovery or still trapped in the prison like cycle disease" - Katie