About Us

Hi my name is Larry! I am the Izzy’s Recovery House Operations Manager. I have worked in the addiction services field for over 4 years. I have worked as a behavioral technician, behavioral technician lead and behavioral technician supervisor. My passion is helping clients grow and learn to live a new way of life. My goal is to help and support clients every step of the way to succeed and gain back the life they all deserve.

Hello, my name is Morgan Moore. I am a house manager for KAV Health Group. I am a qualified professional behavioral health technician with a passion for helping those in recovery. I am responsible for bringing responsibility and pride to the men on their journey of recovery. I help enforce the rules and safety for everyone in the home. I also check in and help keep everyone on track with their recovery by holding everyone accountable and providing help and guidance to help ensure that medical appointments and recovery groups are attended and participated in. KAV health group is a great place to work, and I take pride in the work that we all do. I look forward to changing lives for the better and having the privilege of being a part of each individuals recovery.

As the Recovery House Manager at KAV Health Group and Izzy’s House, I bring a deep passion for helping others, rooted in both professional dedication and lived experience. With four years in recovery, I understand firsthand the challenges and triumphs that come with the journey toward healing and stability.

I am also a proud mother to a beautiful autistic son who inspires me every day to lead with compassion, patience, and strength. My personal experiences have shaped me into a strong advocate for survivors of domestic violence, and I strive to create a safe, supportive environment for every individual I work with.

At the core of my work is a belief in progress and resilience—I try to be a better person today than I was yesterday, and I have faith that everything will work out in time. Whether I’m offering a listening ear, a helping hand, or simply holding space, I truly care about the people I come in contact with and aim to make a difference in their lives.

Timothy TJ Brinnon is a deeply compassionate individual whose life's work is grounded in service to others. His commitment to helping those in the grips of addiction and mental health challenges stems not only from his professional training but also from a profound well of lived experience. Currently pursuing his Bachelor of Social Work at Walden University, Timothy is building on a foundation that already includes several vital credentials in the behavioral health field, including his status as a Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS) and a former Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA).

While Timothy has walked the path of clinical counseling, his heart lies in peer support — a field that allows him to connect directly, authentically, and powerfully with individuals navigating the darkest chapters of their lives. He sees peer support not as a job but as a calling — a sacred space where trust, understanding, and lived empathy transform lives. His approach blends evidence-based practices with personal testimony, rooted in a deep understanding of addiction as a chronic and complex disease rather than a moral failing.

Timothy believes that true change happens not from behind a desk, but on the front lines — in the shelters, on the streets, in the halfway houses, and wherever the fight for recovery is happening. He is unafraid to meet people where they are, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. He stands by the belief that harm reduction is not a compromise but a crucial and compassionate strategy in saving lives. In his view, telling someone to "just say no" is not only ineffective, it is dismissive of the nuanced reality of addiction.

Having worked in both clinical and housing settings, Timothy brings a rare and invaluable versatility to the fight against substance use disorders. He has the training to understand systemic challenges and the personal courage to engage with individuals that many shy away from — the ones labeled “difficult,” “non-compliant,” or “too far gone.” To Timothy, no one is beyond hope, and every life is worthy of love, dignity, and a chance at redemption.

His work is not driven by accolades or recognition, but by the quiet knowledge that someone out there — someone’s son, daughter, parent, or friend — is still breathing today because he showed up, listened, advocated, and believed in them when no one else would. In every interaction, Timothy TJ Brinnon demonstrates that compassion is not weakness — it is strength, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to humanity.

Hi, my name is Rachael "ray" Brittian and I am a compassionate and empathetic professional who provides support, encouragement, and guidance to the residents at Izzy's House. I exude a warm and caring demeanor, creating a safe, nurturing environment for women in recovery. My role is to foster a sense of community and belonging by organizing fun and engaging activities that promote bonding and positive social interaction. I understand the importance of balance and incorporating creative and artistic outlets into the resident's daily routines, utilizing expressive therapies as a form of healing. My exceptional organizational skills allow me to effectively manage the logistics of the sober living facility, setting up routines, schedules , and structures that promote discipline and accountability, while allowing for personal growth and exploration.

Engel is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and graduated with a Master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing in 1995, after receiving her Bachelors of Nursing in 1994. She has worked in a variety of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. She has extensive training and experience in working with clients with mental disorders as well as substance use disorders. She has a passion for working with clients in their recovery journey. Additionally, she has been a buprenorphine provider since 2018. She is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Psychiatry.

My name is Curtis and I'm a House Manager at KAV's new Cincinnati House. I have experience working with individuals at all levels of recovery. As an individual with experience in long-term recovery from chemical dependency, I understand the challenges and triumphs of the journey towards sobriety. My personal experiences with individuals dealing with addiction have fueled my passion for helping others navigate their own paths to recovery.

For the past 5 years she has had the honor of working in addiction medicine, and feels passionately all patients be treated with dignity and respect and diligently works to overcome any barriers that may prevent care.

Rachael completed her Graduate degree from Purdue University and has a background in emergency and urgent care.She is also a member of Sigma Theta Tau

Hi my name is Nicole Mazingo I am a House Manager I have been in this line of work for over 5 years plus I have also been helping people on my own over 3 I enjoy doing this ! I also have been in the medical and correction field .I really think I can bring a lot to the Izzy house in Sidney and help these men with their sobriety. I am a mother of 2 and grandmother of 3 plus 1 on the way.

Hi, I’m Brianna Stevens, and I’m honored to serve as the House Manager at our Cincinnati women’s sober living home here at Izzy's. With over 6 years of experience in the recovery field, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many women on their journey to healing and lasting sobriety.

My passion for this work comes from a deep understanding of how powerful a safe, supportive, and structured environment can be during early recovery. I believe in creating a home that’s not only substance-free, but also filled with compassion, accountability, and empowerment.

In my role, I help guide residents as they rebuild their lives—offering support, setting healthy boundaries, and encouraging personal growth. I work closely with treatment professionals and local resources to ensure every woman has the tools she needs to succeed.

Recovery is possible, and I’m here to remind every woman who walks through our doors that she is not alone.

I have about 3 years of cdca experience working in a residential setting. 1 year as a case manager working with sub/mental health.I have a passion to work with people in recovery and I like seeing their growth over time. I like to be a team player by following rules and making sure every client in the house does as well.

I am from the Dayton area and have 40 years of experience as a Registered Nurse with 21 years as an advanced Practice Nurse. I graduated with my Master’s degree from Wright State University as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2004 and a PhD in Nursing in 2013. I have over 15 years of addiction experience. My initial experience was working with an Addiction Specialist at the pain clinic I worked at for 10 years. Additional experience came from working at several addiction facilities over the past 8 years with various Psychiatrists. While working at these facilities I realized I needed to be able to manage my client’s mental health to include the whole individual and not just one aspect. This is the reason I went back to school and graduated with my Post Master’s Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Ohio University in 2020.