The Right Step Houston Welcomes New Clinical Director, Dana LaFayette


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It’s amazing to see how a person grows and develops in recovery. With clinically sound treatment programming, I want to inspire the hope clients need to transform into who they want to be.

The Right Step Houston, a well-established provider for addiction treatment services for the last 30 years, welcomed Dana LaFayette as its Clinical Director. Dana steps into the role with over 30 years of clinical experience and expertise to help support an evidence-based and clinically balanced curriculum. Through clinical planning and thoughtful guidance, Dana will work with staff to create long-term healing experiences for clients.

With her undergrad in family relations and childhood development from Oklahoma State University and her master’s in educational psychology, Dana began her career as a caseworker working with the mental health authority. She would later move on to complete her license in counseling, filling a variety of counseling and administrative roles within the mental health and substance use disorder field. During this time, Dana also assisted in writing program grants, working closely with judicial systems and creating collaborative partnerships with local government officials and community leaders in Waco, Texas. Dana worked in the Waco area for 12 years before moving on to The Right Step Houston.

Dana plans to support The Right Step by strengthening its efforts to bring high-quality, evidence-based treatment options to the Houston area. As Clinical Director, she also plans to create a healthy environment that promotes staff retention and growth. With thoughtful consolation and training, Dana will help guide staff to find the right solution for each client’s unique needs.

“I love the idea of transforming lives,” Dana said. “It’s amazing to see how a person grows and develops in recovery. With clinically sound treatment programming, I want to inspire the hope clients need to transform into who they want to be.”

As The Right Step Houston celebrates its 30th anniversary this month, the addition of Dana LaFayette as the Clinical Director reinforces the ever-growing need for clinically sound substance use treatment services that are strengthened by staff cohesion and compassion to help people. For additional information regarding all the programs offered at The Right Step Houston, please contact 844.768.0169 or visit rightsteprehabhouston.com.

About Promises Behavioral Health

Promises Behavioral Health is a family of behavioral health programs with regional brands such as The Right Step, The Ranch, and Promises. The company currently operates facilities across Texas, Tennessee, Florida, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. Promises offers comprehensive, innovative treatment for substance abuse, sexual addiction, trauma, eating disorders, and other mental health disorders. Through its programs, the company is committed to delivering clinically sophisticated treatment that promotes permanent lifestyle change, not only for the patient but for the entire family network. For more information, please visit http://www.PromisesBehavioralHealth.com.

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