Our Team

Osvaldo “Ozzie” Cabral, MA, LPC, LAC (Wixarika/Chichimeca) is the Director of Clinical Services at Mile High Recovery Center and has worked in addictions and mental health since 2002. He has worked in various treatment settings including residential, outpatient treatment facilities, domestic violence, sex offender clinics, and community mental health centers. Ozzie, co-authored and published a curriculum with Hazelden Publishing, on the integration of Dialectical Behavior Therapy with 12-step philosophy. Ozzie has been actively involved in the wolf and wolfdog advocacy for many years and initially founded Song of the Wolf Healing Center in 2016. A rescue for high-content wolfdogs. After separating from the organization in 2020, he co-founded Cuetlachtepetl Wolf Mountain Education Center (CWMEC) in hopes of creating a healing center for all individuals and the animals who reside at CWMEC. Tlazocamati Nochimeh.

Tyson was born and raised in Abilene, Texas. He went to Searcy, Arkansas to get his bachelor’s degree at Harding University. At HU he met his now wife. Each of them then attended Oklahoma State University to get our master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. During their time in Oklahoma, they grew their family and are now parents to the most beautiful 2-year-old boy.
In his personal life, he loves to play sports, spend time in nature, eat good food, and spend time with his loved ones. He’s grateful to be able to do meaningful work at Mile High Recovery Center working with individuals turning their lives around.

Bridgette brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to her role as a Primary Therapist at MHRC. She holds a master’s degree in education and a master’s degree in Psychological Counseling, both from Teachers College, Columbia University. With over a decade of teaching experience, she has honed her skills in creating engaging and effective learning environments. Before transitioning to her current role, Bridgette served as a School Counselor, where she specialized in supporting first-generation college applicants, and undocumented students. Her work in this area has equipped her with a deep understanding of the unique challenges these populations face, and she is passionate about providing the guidance and support necessary for every intersectionality. At the heart of Bridgette’s therapeutic approach is her belief in making lessons fun and interactive. When a client enjoys the learning process, they are more likely to return to treatment. If they return to treatment, they will learn. Bridgette applies this same principle to her work at MHRC, striving to create a welcoming and stimulating environment, conducive to sustainable recovery. Bridgette’s educational background, combined with her experience and innovative approach, makes her an asset to the Mile High Recovery Center team.

J.D. Donahoe joins the MHRC Clinical Team as a Case Manager after working in the educational field. After excelling as a Student-Athlete for the C.U. Buffs, J.D. brings hands-on experience from over a decade of teaching high school and coaching college football.  J.D. has a huge passion for empowering clients and helping them discover their own potential. 

J.D. loves working closely with the recovery community. He has a huge passion for helping those who are struggling with addiction, and enjoys sharing his experience, strength, and hope with anyone who could benefit from it. J.D. comes from a big “Pittsburgh Family” (Go Steelers!) and spends as much time as he can with his nieces and nephews. One of them, who is 5 years old, is concerned and wants to know why J.D. is not married yet. 

Gabrielle believes that everyone has the innate capacity for living a fulfilling and healthy life. Gabrielle graduated from Naropa University’s Nature-Based Transpersonal Counseling program, where she learned to integrate nature-based, somatic, and expressive elements with cognitive and behavioral models to create a well-rounded and individualized experience for each client. As the therapist for MHRC’s Residential Treatment Program, she embraces a motivational, compassion-centered, and strengths-based approach to therapy. Gabrielle helps clients navigate the unique challenges of addiction with empathy, self-compassion, and motivation.

Gabrielle meets clients where they are, focusing on harm reduction, relapse prevention, and emotional resilience while fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust. She strives to offer a safe and supportive space for healing, personal growth, and lasting recovery.

In her spare time, Gabrielle can be found enjoying the outdoors and the local art and music scenes.

Grace Babet is a Mile High Alumni of 2023, with a sobriety date of June 13, 2023. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Grace found her path to recovery through Zinnia Health in South Bend, Indiana, where she made the pivotal decision to enter sober living. After relocating to Denver, Colorado, it was at Mile High that she found the community, support, and accountability she needed to build a new life free from drugs and alcohol.

Through the 12-step way of recovery, Grace has cultivated a new way of life, believing wholeheartedly in her recovery from a hopeless state of mind and body. She believes that saying “yes” to opportunities to help others is key to her sobriety. Her profound gratitude for Mile High motivates her to give back as the Alumni Coordinator, fulfilling a vital role in the community that helped restore her life.

Grace’s journey is a testament to resilience, courage, and strength, fueled by strong morals that guide her each day. She is dedicated to carrying the message of hope to those still struggling with addiction, proving that recovery is not just possible—it’s a beautiful new way of life.

Melanie Stritch helps individuals and families better understand the disease of addiction, find effective treatment, and move toward recovery. Melanie has lived experience in every aspect of substance use and mental health disorders, family system dysfunction, and recovery, which allows her to offer uniquely informed perspectives that help her relate to her client’s issues and understand their needs. Melanie’s training in numerous intervention models and partnership with expert interventionist Marlyce Bowdish allows her to conduct highly tailored facilitated family conversations that increase the likelihood that individuals will be receptive to offers of help and initiate treatment.

With a background in recovery coaching, work as a behavioral healthcare community liaison, and extensive knowledge of treatment providers nationwide, Melanie deeply understands the vital, nuanced differences between treatment providers. She helps families identify the most appropriate resources to meet their needs.

Melanie is a North Carolina native and maintains strong connections with her home state despite moving to Colorado in 2006. When not working on behalf of her clients and her steadfast commitment to helping all people access recovery, Meanie is busy parenting her 13-year-old son and exploring all the natural glories Colorado has to offer.

Melanie is in long-term recovery and is dedicated personally and professionally to breaking the stigma around addiction.

Tamra is a grateful and passionate recovering addict that is an active member of Narcotics Anonymous.

She has extended that passion to a deeper level through obtaining her state certification as a Recovery Coach, broadening it further by receiving certificates in both ethics and essential skills.

Learning how to live without the use of drugs and alcohol is a process – one that she couldn’t do alone. Tamra’s clean date is August 10, 2007. It is by far the most important date to her still to this day.

She has found that she matters and that others matter through recovery. Today Tamra holds a true peace of mind and has found a sense of direction that has led her to where she is today. She has learned that when she sets herself aside to help someone new to recovery, that this simple action may be the most important thing she may ever do. Her enthusiasm to share recovery out loud comes from a sincere desire to help others to not suffer in silence.

Tamra is a mother of three beautiful boys and a grandmother to five incredible grandkids that light up her world. She feels so fortunate to have them call her their Nana. In her spare time, Tamra craves traveling and looks forward to squeezing the sand between her toes on the beaches of Italy someday. She loves a good history museum and has an affection for the theater. She sincerely believes that gardening is still the best form of meditation for her. Hummingbirds are her favorite. She loves exploring the sounds and smells of nature through mountain biking or simply walking with even an occasional run-on trail that include any form of water, this will always remind her that she is in the care of… She talks to the squirrels that eat blueberries out of my hand and to the deer that roam in the grass at her home and save raccoons from the garbage bins after trash day. It is this simple life that she doesn’t take for granted today that continues to keep her heart full.

Danny is a dedicated behavioral health technician who joined Mile High in 2023, marking the latest milestone in his extensive journey. Recently appointed as a house manager at one of Mile High’s sober livings, Danny brings his wealth of experience and compassion to his new role. His deep connection to his faith has been a guiding force throughout his personal recovery journey.

Beyond his professional commitments, Danny also serves as a life coach, leveraging his own experiences to inspire and support others. An avid gamer, he finds joy and relaxation in the world of gaming, showcasing his versatile interests and passion for personal growth.

Kenna stands as a vital and valued member of the behavioral health team, where her unwavering dedication and profound compassion define her role as a behavioral health technician. Her commitment to personal wellness is evident in her journey of recovery, spanning a couple of years, and her active involvement in 12-step meetings, embodying resilience and an unwavering commitment to personal growth.

Beyond her professional commitments, Kenna’s heart fills with joy as she spends cherished moments with her delightful daughter, savoring the shared experiences that bring them closer together. Embracing a holistic approach to wellness, she finds fulfillment in her love for the gym, where she nurtures her physical well-being, and in the tranquility of the outdoors, where she finds peace and rejuvenation. Kenna’s balanced and vibrant approach to life shines through in her unwavering dedication to personal growth and her profound commitment to her family and well-being.

Malcolm is a dedicated and passionate behavioral health technician who exemplifies unwavering commitment to his own recovery journey. His motivation and kindness shine through in his interactions with both clients and colleagues, creating a nurturing and supportive environment within Mile High.

When not at work, Malcolm finds joy in the company of his beloved family and friends, cherishing the moments spent with those closest to him. His commitment to personal growth and well-being reflects his vibrant approach to life, embodying his dedication to his profession and the relationships that bring him fulfillment and happiness.