10/14/2025
At Burkwood Treatment Center, we’re fortunate to have an exceptional team that consistently goes above and beyond to support those we serve. Every staff member has their own story and reason for doing this meaningful work. Here’s what Matt had to say:
"There are so many obstacles for people to overcome in addiction, from co-occurring mental health disorders, exposure to trauma, lack of stable housing, financial instability, unsupportive social environments, and stigma. After overcoming these obstacles myself and finding recovery from addiction in my own life, I knew that I wanted to help others, so I chose to go into the field of addiction counseling.
Every day, I have the opportunity to support individuals in overcoming addiction, and nothing is more rewarding than seeing people make observable progress mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I think the closest thing to magic is witnessing the light come on in people when they find hope and they realize that recovery is possible."
