Our team combines strong clinical expertise with lived experience to deliver care that is both effective and relatable. We operate with professionalism, empathy, and a shared commitment to helping clients feel supported and respected throughout their recovery.
The People behind
the Purpose
Founder & CEO
Zac Clark
Zac is a multi-dimensional business executive with over a decade of professional experience in the behavioral health field. As Founder and CEO of Release Recovery and a founding board member of the Release Recovery Foundation, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive, innovative, and individualized care to those in need. His mantra is simple: “Keep going,” and he truly believes this is how people ultimately recover. Having started in direct client care and quickly advancing into senior leadership roles, Zac has developed a strong understanding of the many facets of the recovery industry. One of his favorite parts of the work is spending time with the clients and patients he cares deeply about, grounding his leadership in direct connection to the people the organization serves. His entrepreneurial work, paired with his commitment to high-quality care, continues to expand Release’s growth and impact.
Leadership
Zac Clark
Matthew Stefanko
Michael A. McCormick, D.O.
Laura Sorte
Blake Porter
Stephen D’antonio
HQ Staff
Grace Adams
Lauren Alvarez
Kim Colasuonno
Hannah Flynn
Nhya Gonzalez
John Kourtessis
Becca Lahr
Creed McClellan
Irving Montgomery
Chris Nagle
Ross Peet
Noah Perkins
Jordan Rabner
Soo Saxton
Katie Stutts
Marlaina Widmann
Moore Woltz
Release Recovery Centers Staff
Peter Ceravino
Sean Duane
Neal Hoontis
Justin Huffaker
Sara Kropf
Shana Neuhauser
Nadine Raia
Caryn Rude
Andre Salerno
Laura Swanson
Anne Marie Vadeboncoeur
New York Women's Program Staff
Pamela Bailey
Georgia Bobley
Ty Cerretani
Hope Demarco
Mary Beth Evans
Talia Heyman
Payton Homer
Rebecca Raphaelson
Morgan Savage
New York Men's Program Staff
Nathaniel Brevard
Sam Brisson
Rodney Carrington
Nick Chiodo
Martin Cohen
Jeremiah Healy
Mike Hoffman
Matt Huncke
Norman Jen
Maxwell Jones
Mike Knechtel
Elliot McGinn
Aidan McGrath
Kevin McNany
Lola Paz
Adam Rappaport
Guy Rella
Steven Sabella
Soo Saxton
Matthew Tardalo
Kirk-Patric Wilson
Dacia Wright
Austin Program Staff
Brandon Duncan
Hope Garrison
Jace Knudson
Ben Koby
John Lasseter
Chloe Fiona Mahalek
Jason Moorman
Zoe Scurletis
Need Confidential Assistance for Yourself or a Loved One?
Whether you’re ready to begin or just exploring options, we’re here. Give us a call at 914-266-7642 or shoot us an email at connect@releaserecovery.com.