Washington Alliance 
for Quality Recovery Residences

Annie Headley is a Senior Outreach Coordinator for Oxford House, Inc. in Washington State. Her journey with Oxford House began in 2015 as a resident at Oxford House Portia Park in Yakima, Washington. She went on to serve in every Chapter officer and in-house leadership role before joining Oxford House, Inc. as an outreach worker in 2018, covering the northwest region of Washington. Annie’s commitment to expanding recovery housing led her to assist in opening new houses in California and Montana, and later, she transferred to Southwest Virginia to support the development of Oxford Houses in underserved areas. After two years, Annie returned home to Yakima, where she now oversees outreach efforts across the southwest and southeast regions of Washington State.

Cameron Fordmeir has over 24 years of behavioral health experience working in a variety of crisis settings. His direct care experience includes community protection group homes, psychiatric inpatient units, crisis triage facilities, crisis counseling, case management, and he’s been a Designated Crisis Responder since 2010. Cameron has over 10 years of leadership experience managing crisis services for Benton and Franklin Counties, Jail Mental Health, the Mobile Outreach Team, and the Prosecutorial Diversion Program. Cameron is currently the Regional Administrator for the Recovery Navigator Program and Assisted Outpatient Treatment for Greater Columbia Behavioral Health. He is the Owner and Operator of Awareness Consulting and Training and Co-Owner of Mindful Psychiatry. Cameron is heavily involved in the community as an adjunct instructor for Columbia Basin College and Board Member for the Youth Suicide Prevention Coalition and Benton Franklin Recovery Coalition.

Casey Burley is a Training and Education Coordinator for Oxford House, Inc. Her role consists of providing overdose prevention training, proper use of Naloxone and MAT education to the Oxford House membership as well as the community. Her sobriety date is September 14th, 2011. Prior to her employment with Oxford House, Inc, she worked at DePaul University as a research manager. She has a degree in Criminal Justice and is a National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist.

David has led innovative and entrepreneurial programs in addiction, recovery, and technology since 2004. While designing new approaches to peer coaching, he developed the Recovery Capital Index® (RCI). David founded Commonly Well in 2020 to broaden the reach and impact of the Recovery Capital Index and to improve how data is used to enhance the recovery process. Through Commonly Well, David also works with healthcare systems and behavioral health clinics to design and implement improved patient experiences. David is a regular speaker and advocate for addiction and mental health. He focuses his advocacy on improving wellbeing for fellow attorneys and reducing impaired driving. David lives and works out of Potsdam, NY, where, along with his wife and beagle, enjoy exploring the expanse of the Adirondacks.

Kimberly Castle, a native of Washington, holds a bachelor’s degree in social service with a major in Psychology and criminal justice from Washington State University and is a certified peer counselor. She currently serves as the FCS Quality and Alignment Analyst at the Washington State Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery. In this role, she supports program alignment, quality assurance and fidelity across Medicaid-reimbursable programs, including the Foundational Community Supports Program. With over a decade of experience in supportive housing , homeless outreach, and peer services, Kimberly brings a deep understanding of systems of care and person-centered approaches. Her professional interests include care coordination and holistic support for individuals navigating behavioral health and housing services.

Michelle Fleetwood is the Co-Founder and Director of Eagle’s Wings Coordinated Care (EWCC), a nonprofit organization based in Bremerton, Washington. With over two decades of experience in human services, Michelle has dedicated her career to supporting vulnerable populations, particularly those facing homelessness and mental health challenges. Under her leadership, EWCC provides safe, transitional housing and comprehensive support services to individuals and families in Kitsap County. The organization focuses on delivering intensive case management, psychiatric nursing services, and rental assistance to promote housing stability and recovery for clients with serious mental health conditions. facebook.com +1 taxexemptworld.com +1 kitsap.gov Michelle's commitment to community service is evident in her hands-on approach and her ability to foster collaborative partnerships with local agencies and stakeholders. Her work has been instrumental in addressing the needs of the most underserved populations in the region.

My name is Sarah Aburto, and I’m 42 years old. I began my recovery journey in 2021 with ODAT Housing, where I found not only support but purpose. In 2022, I was honored with the opportunity to become the in-house Resident Manager and Peer Leader, a role that allowed me to give back and support others walking similar paths. From 2022 to 2025, I worked with a company called Pallet, helping to manufacture and deploy shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness. A mission-driven role that deepened my passion for community service. In April 2025, I returned to where my journey began, joining ODAT and FCS Services as a Case Manager, where I assist individuals navigating employment and housing. I also work with Holman Recovery, conducting intakes into FCS Services and connecting people to the help they need. Outside of work, I’m a proud mother to five children—two adults and three school-aged—and a grandmother to a beautiful baby girl. I love fishing, gardening, baking, and spending any day I can at the beach.

Tristan Seikel (they/them or he/him) is the Director of Advocacy & Public Policy for the Washington Recovery Alliance. They are in recovery from mental health challenges and have been impacted by the criminal legal system for drug use. Due to these experiences, they studied and began to advocate for drug policy reform while in graduate school in North Texas, which eventually resulted in them leading several successful issue and candidate-based campaigns in support of people in recovery, those who use substances, and the community at large. They started working with the WRA back in 2022, and ever since, have played an integral role in developing and leading new programs to support behavioral health communities across the state.

Alan Muia is co-founder and executive director of New Earth Recovery, a nonprofit operating six recovery homes for men and women in Skagit County Washington. Before starting New Earth Recovery with his wife Amy in 2011, Alan worked for 18 years in higher education, at Seattle Pacific University and at Skagit Valley College. He holds a master's degree in Educational Psychology and has participated in numerous local, state, and national leadership development programs. He co-founded and currently chairs the board of the Washington Alliance for Quality Recovery Residences (WAQRR). His professional interests include organizational management, conflict resolution, and staff development.

Blair Gaston (she/her) is the Marketing and Engagement Coordinator for the Washington Alliance for Quality Recovery Residences (WAQRR) and also serves as the Communications Director for the Washington Recovery Alliance (WRA). She has been a key player in advancing recovery housing across Washington State—handling resident funding processes, coordinating Provider Activity Reports (PAR), and co-authoring two essential toolkits: the CBHA Toolkit and the Private Landlord Toolkit. Blair regularly presents webinars on these resources and hosts Quality Connections, WAQRR’s monthly networking call for accredited providers. With a background in Graphic and Web Design from Seattle University, Blair also leads WAQRR’s social media, email communications, and event promotions—helping to connect and uplift the recovery community across the state.

Carmin Long is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Truly Motivated Transitional Living in Yelm, Washington, and serves as Vice Chair and founding member of the Washington Alliance for Quality Recovery Residences (WAQRR). A person in long-term recovery, Carmin is deeply passionate about helping others reclaim their lives through recovery housing and supportive, healing communities. Her dedication to the field has been recognized with the Department of Corrections Citizen of the Year Award and the Behavioral Health Resources Phoenix Award for outstanding contributions to recovery. Outside of her professional work, Carmin enjoys life with her wonderful husband, two adult sons, and two bonus kids. She loves gardening, lifting weights, and exploring the great outdoors of the Pacific Northwest.

As the General Manager of ODAT Recovery Communities, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience in recovery to my leadership role. Since joining the organization in 2019, I have been deeply committed to supporting individuals on their recovery journey by overseeing all operational aspects of the company. My responsibilities include managing daily operations, conducting billing and accounting, and training new peer leaders to ensure a strong, compassionate support system for our community. My personal journey in recovery fuels my passion and dedication to creating a safe, empowering environment where lasting change is possible.

Judy Hoff is a licensed pastor, counselor, author, and speaker. In all of her work she gives glory to God. She has created programs to help men, women, and children to become self-sufficient members of society. These programs have 20+ years proven success. Judy holds the position of Founder and Executive Director of the Hoff Foundation, which includes Esther’s Place, New Creation Communities Housing Program (NCCHP), and Queen It’s A New Day. Judy resides in Marysville, WA with her husband Richard. They have four beautiful daughters and a dog named Jacob John.

Lauren Kula (she/her), MSW, SUDP currently serves as the Opioid Treatment Quality Improvement Program Manager in the State Opioid Treatment Authority (SOTA) office at the Washington State Health Care Authority. The SOTA team helps to oversee the Opioid Treatment Programs in WA State. Lauren’s role is to support the growth of overall quality for the programs with patients and program staff, support MOUD and patient rights, and youth MOUD. Prior to HCA, Lauren worked as a substance use disorder counselor and program manager for youth and young adult SUD outpatient programming.

Mitch Louissaint was born and raised in New York City and now calls Fort Lauderdale, Florida home. With nine years of experience in the financial services industry—including the past four years focused specifically on recovery housing—Mitch has helped sober living homes and substance use treatment centers in over 20 states secure the insurance coverage they need to operate safely and effectively. Passionate about supporting the recovery community, Mitch is excited to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and contribute to making sober living environments safer and more sustainable nationwide.

Travis Gannon is the founder of ODAT Services and ODAT Recovery Communities, organizations he launched to support individuals in recovery. ODAT Recovery Communities currently operates 8 level 2 recovery homes and has housed over 1000 residents since the company started 8 years ago. Deeply committed to community service, he serves on the board of the Partnership to End Homelessness for Snohomish County and the Snohomish County Recovery Coalition, and volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). A husband and father, Travis, is passionate about giving back and, when not working, enjoys spending time with his family outdoors, reading, and cheering on local sports teams.

Ty Reed is a certified recovery coach and workforce development professional who helps people in recovery reclaim their lives through employment and purpose. A person in long-term recovery himself, Ty combines lived experience with professional expertise to support individuals navigating substance use, criminal records, and career gaps. He is the founder of Recovery Career Services, a nonprofit providing coaching and workshops to help people in recovery prepare for, find, and keep meaningful employment. Ty also partners with recovery homes and treatment programs to offer practical, compassionate support that strengthens residents’ long-term stability and success.