Experience. Expertise. Compassion. Support.

It takes a world-class staff to support a program as comprehensive as the one found at InnerBalance Health Center. Few treatment centers include the expertise of medical doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts and mental health counselors in addition to a clinical director with 24 years of experience. Some of our counselors and therapists are in recovery themselves. They know the cycle, the symptoms, and the disguises of addiction.

Collaboration among specialists allows us to offer clients an integrative approach of body, mind and spirit that is essential to regaining total health after an addiction. Our team?s combined expertise in medicine, nutrition, fitness, and therapy means that our clients are given the best chance at success in every aspect of recovery.

	Joe Eisele, CACIII, NCAC - Clinical Director Joe Eisele is a nationally certified alcohol and drug therapist with specialized training in intervention techniques from the Johnson Institute. Joe has been treating addictions in the Fort Collins area for over 26 years. "I came to believe Joe Eisele is perhaps the best in the business. I have met some of the best counselors and doctors at world-famous rehabs and never found anyone with [Joe's] overall grasp on both addiction and all that accompanies it." Click here to read more about Joe's own recovery.
	Ron Graham, MS - Business Director Ron Graham, Master of Science from Regis University, has over ten years of experience as a counselor. He has studied under Dr. Depak Chopra, and is a certified instructor from the Chopra Center for Well Being. For the last 14 years, Ron has been on his own healing path from drugs and alcohol, and has followed a natural, holistic path. Click here to read more about Ron's own recovery.
	Bill Billica, MD - Physician Bill Billica, MD was board certified in family medicine in 1988, after graduating from the University of North Carolina Medical School and finishing residency training in Arizona. He was granted a Faculty Fellowship position at Duke University before returning to Arizona to become Assistant Director and Department Chairman at the Good Samaritan Family Practice Residency Program. He is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice and a member of the American Academy of Family Practice, as well as a patient educator, lecturer, researcher and published writer.
	Roger Billica, MD - Medical Director Roger Billica, MD graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and fulfilled his internship and residency at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. His training in aerospace medicine and as a flight surgeon led to ten years as NASA's Chief of Medical Operations. Upon moving to Fort Collins, Dr. Billica became President of Tri-Life Health, a functional, preventive, and nutritional medicine clinic. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice, and has written many articles for medical journals.
	June Konopka, MS, RD - Nutritionist June Konopka is a registered dietitian with a Masters in Nutritional Science from San Diego State University. Since she began working alongside Joe and Ron in November 2000, she has helped clients understand the nutritional needs of their bodies and minds by using her expertise as part of a holistic approach to recovery. Her philosophy of holistic care and prevention comes from her experiences at the Golden Door Spa in Escondido, California and Fox Hollow Wellness Clinic, an alternative clinic in Kentucky she helped found with her husband, Tony. In addition to her work at InnerBalance, June oversees a private practice in Fort Collins, where clients achieve wellness through weight loss and positive lifestyle decisions.
	Lynn Smith MS, RD - Nutritionist and Recovery Coach Lynn Smith is a registered dietitian specializing in nutrition therapy and wellness coaching.  Lynn offers practical strategies for finding meaning and motivation for change, along with diet, nutrients, and a functional medicine approach to aid clients in recovery from addictions.  Lynn maintains a private practice in Boulder, Colorado, where her synthesis of ancient wisdom with current information on diet, nutrition, and wellness gives clients sensible alternatives for common health concerns. Lynn has a Masters of Science in Human Nutrition from Colorado State University, a Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering from University of Missouri - Rolla and has over fifteen years of experience as a nutritionist, natural foods chef, and wellness coach.
	Anne Marie Cronin, LCSW - Mental Health Counselor Anne Marie Cronin, LCSW, Virginia Commonwealth University, counsels clients during their recovery and provides them with problem solving skills and coping techniques. Since entering the field of social work as an undergraduate in 1993, she has worked with emotionally disturbed adolescents, psychiatric patients and people struggling with addiction. She enjoys helping people use mind, body and spirit to achieve balance in their lives, and has been doing this at InnerBalance since 2003. When she is not at work, Anne Marie can be found outdoors, hiking, running, participating in triathlons and volunteering in the Poudre wilderness.
	Kay Kimball, MHS, ACC - Professional Recovery Coach Kay Kimball, MHS, received a Master of Health Care Systems from the University of Denver and is a graduate of Advanced Coaching Skills from Naropa University. Kay is also certified by Martha Beck's North Star Life Coaching Program and the International Coach Federation. Kay has celebrated over 15 years of sobriety and feels passionate about helping clients create a life of fulfillment and possibilities.
	Tony Konopka, MS, ND, L.Ac. - Naturopathic Doctor, Acupuncturist Tony Konopka is a Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor as well as a National and Colorado licensed acupuncturist. He leads weekly group sessions on health related topics. In addition he provides the NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) auricular acupuncture addictions protocol for all clients participating in the Inner Balance Program.
	Lisa Michaels-Carrion, MA, LPC, C.Ht., - Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Hypnotherapist Lisa Michaels-Carrion is a Mental Health Counselor who specializes in Transpersonal Psychotherapy and Hypnosis. Transpersonal Psychotherapy is a holistic therapeutic approach that encompasses all levels of human experience: body, mind, spirit, and emotions. Transpersonal psychology draws it’s methodology from the spiritual traditions of the world, and integrates them with contemporary psychology. Lisa’s journey has included the coursework and practice of New Thought philosophy; Reiki (Japanese healing art); Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT); Conscious Breathing; Meditation; Hypnosis; and Shamanism. Lisa has been in the counseling field for over ten years and has worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
	Patricia Smith, MS, LPC – Addictions Counselor Pat has worked in the field of addictions since 1985. She has been instrumental in founding and developing successful addiction treatment programs and specializes in co-dependency recovery. She believes strongly in whole person recovery. She has worked in several addictions programs in Virginia and Colorado as well as private practice.
	Stacy Perkins – R.N. Stacy’s deep love of caring for others led her to work in the field of nursing for the past 11 years. She brings a wealth of experience including working in long-term care facilities and medical surgical nursing. Her friendly, easy-going yet professional nature adds so much to client’s experience.  Stacy has been a member of InnnerBalance since early 2007, and enjoys being part of such an amazing and dynamic team.
	Nicole Esparza - Client Care Representative Nicole Esparza graduated recently from the University of Colorado-Boulder in May of 2007 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She had been in retail management during college, but was happy to have the opportunity to work in her field of study after graduating. She is currently researching graduate schools to attend in order to receive a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. Nicole enjoys spending time with her fiancé, playing with her two dogs, and planning her wedding for August 2008.
	Dianne M. Novey – Cattail Creek House Manager/Chef Dianne has over 25 years restaurant/retail management/education background with professional instruction in Pastry from Johnson & Wales University, a degree in Early Childhood Education from Metropolitan State College specializing in Dyslexia and ADHD along with a recent degree in Medical Administration. Dianne can be found at swimming events and gym workouts with her two daughters and husband of 28 years. Dianne feels that her varied background is the perfect recipe for a house of recovery.

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