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Our Staff: the faces of Janus
A Message from Executive Director, Rod Libbey
Deciding to seek treatment and where you seek it are the two most important decisions in your life at this moment. And, if you are like most of us, how you answer these questions is also very important to others who love and care about you.
Should you seek treatment? All of the questionnaires and assessment tools available can’t answer this question as well as you can. After all, friends, family members, co-workers, your doctor…lots of folks have no doubt suggested it for a long time now. But only you know if the time is right. My guess…if you are reading this, the time is right. If you’ve had enough of being sick, losing out, disappointing yourself and others, then its time.
Why Janus of Santa Cruz? I could tell you that a program by a Pacific Ocean beach is a nice place to be at any time. I could tell you that our prices are rivaled by no other program. I could brag about our 30 plus year history of quality care, our CARF certification, etc, etc. But I’d rather just tell you that we know recovery. We know what it takes. You will no longer be alone with your pain and frustration. We will embrace your problems as our own and we will work alongside you on your way to a healthy, happier future.
So should you seek treatment? It’s never an easy choice, but if you can make the hard choice then come to a better place, come to Janus.
All the best,
Rod
Rod Libbey,
Executive Director, Janus of Santa Cruz
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Dr. Bill Morris, Medical Director
I’ve been with Janus since October of 2003 and am certified to prescribe methadone and buprenorphine. My professional background covers many years of study and experience, including a two-year residency at Johns Hopkins and working in Puerto Rico and Jamaica. The best part of being at Janus is working with the people here and I can attest to the fact that the collaborative approach to providing this treatment really works. I would like any person struggling with the many challenges of drug or alcohol addiction to remember that this is an illness, not a moral weakness. We’re here to treat your illness, just like we would diabetes or cancer.
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Margie Storms, Clinical Director
I have been in the substance abuse field for the past 22 years. I’m a certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Certified Clinical Supervisor, and have a Ph.D. in Holistic Health Sciences with a dissertation on a Holistic Health Approach to Substance Abuse Treatment. The best part of my work at Janus is the staff and the clients, seeing people get free from addiction, and the heart connection that the staff have for helping and healing. I feel honored to watch the process of change that our clients go through – there is no place I would rather be.
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Chris Storms, Intake Manager
I’ve been with Janus since 2006. I have a degree in psychology and a master’s in counseling, as well as 17 years counseling experience, primarily with mental health issues, and four years in substance abuse treatment. In my work here, it is inspiring to see people return to themselves as they embrace a new recovery lifestyle. I enjoy connecting with each person seeking help, and trusting that everyone has their own unique process of recovery for their life. For those people who are looking for help with some hope and readiness to make a change, I celebrate your courage and willingness to step into the unknown.
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Tony Farrell,
Facilities and Sober Living Environment (SLE) Manager
I began working at Janus in 1995. As a Janus graduate myself, I know that the program works. If a person can take the time and do the things you learn in treatment, you’ll get your life back: your family, your job, the ability to communicate. It really does work. An SLE is a safe environment that allows people to live with the support of others who are in the same situation: it’s almost like a family. I’ve seen so many people get their lives back.
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Timothy Fry, Counselor
I’ve been working at Janus for the last eight years. My background also includes work as a substance abuse counselor at the men’s rehabilitation center with the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office. The best part of my job at Janus has to be seeing hope return to faces that once only held despair. I would like for anyone dealing with drug or alcohol addiction issues to know this: that life can be beautiful again.
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Maria Elena De La Garza
I have been at Janus since April 1, 2010 and have over 20 years of experience managing in the nonprofit sector. We are here to serve people who have court or Department of Motor Vehicles requirements due to a Driving Under the Influence citation. At Janus, we view the DUI programs simply as opportunities for people to learn more about responsible behavior, so we strive to create a non-judgmental and respectful culture. We offer services that give participants the opportunity to receive support and learn new information in a safe and confidential environment. Our dedicated DUI team is made up of professional, certified staff who are knowledgeable, encouraging and compassionate. Let us help you make the very most of this opportunity.
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Randi Hardman,
Residential Treatment Program Coordinator
I’ve been working at Janus since October of 2003.
I have 10 years of experience in Chemical Dependency Treatment, and 20 years experience in facilitating healing and positive live change. I particularly value supporting our clients in discovering a better way to live, and witnessing the healing and growth inherent in recovery. It gives me great satisfaction to work with our staff, who are dedicated and passionate about supporting our clients. With the kindness, care and support of others, change IS possible. Treatment is a courageous and amazing first step in reclaiming
your life.
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Cecilia Krebs, Community Clinic Program Director
I’ve been the Program Director of the Janus Community Clinic since 2006, and am a Certified Addictions R.N. and Psychiatric Nurse. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to offer our Clinic patients a possibility of freedom from their addiction, to raise happy and healthy children, go to school, regain dignity, be happy. I see the progress that our patients are able to make due to medication, compassionate support and professional counseling. It takes courage to make the decision to decrease or eliminate the use of a substance that has filled your needs and been a part of your life. We understand that. We’re here to support and encourage, not judge or demand.
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Carol Morgan, Clinical Supervisor
I began working at Janus in July of 2006 because I wanted to be able to serve people through my work as a counselor. I have a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and am also trained to bring healing to my patients as a Reiki Master Therapist and a Certified Massage Therapist. The best part of my work at Janus is the opportunity it brings for me to cross paths with each unique and wonderful patient and co-worker. One thing I’d like to say to people struggling with drug and alcohol issues who are thinking of coming to Janus: recovery is finding the courage to take a deep breath and begin to design the life that you want to live.
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Joni Stettner, Nursing Services Coordinator
I became a Licensed Vocational Nurse in 1980 and have been the Janus Nursing Services Coordinator since 2007. My personal interest in addiction and recovery has led me to the process of becoming a Registered Addiction Specialist. The patients are what make this work exceptional. This is a group of people who are living with an illness that is consuming them – to watch them feel better and move intorecovery is tremendously rewarding. If you need us, we’re here when you’re ready.
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Jessica Stone, Perinatal Treatment Program Coordinator at the Mondanaro-Baskin Center
After starting as a student intern with Janus’ Perinatal Program in 2006, I became the Program Coordinator in 2008 and have been a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor since 2009. Working with our clients allows me the amazing experience to watch a mother come into treatment and over time embrace recovery and motherhood. And each member of the team of staff is vital, bringing their own experience, education and wisdom. Potential clients should know it gets easier – there is hope for change, to have the opportunity to live life without the use of substances.
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