About Us
Rooted in Cobb County
Next Level Recovery is based in Cobb County, and Marietta is home. We were founded by people in recovery who live and work here, and who know what it takes to rebuild a life in this community. Here, recovery means connection to people who understand, and access to real help. It also means having a place to belong. We work alongside local recovery residences, treatment providers, faith and civic groups, employers, and other recovery community organizations. Together, we’re making recovery visible, welcome and possible for everyone in Cobb County.
Our Approach
Peer-led. Our programs are led by people with lived experience of recovery. We offer what only someone who has been there can: understanding, hope and an example that recovery is possible.
Non-clinical. We are not a treatment center, and we don’t diagnose or provide therapy. We offer peer support, education and community. When you need treatment or other care, we’ll help you connect to it.
Spiritual, not religious. Our programs build inner strengths such as peace, connection, clear thinking and purpose. No beliefs are required, and people of every faith and of no faith are welcome.
Every pathway welcome. There is no single right way to recover. We welcome and respect every path:
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12-step and other mutual-help groups
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Medication-assisted recovery, such as buprenorphine, methadone or naltrexone
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Faith-based and secular approaches
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Clinical treatment and counseling
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Those still finding their way
No one here will judge your pathway or ask you to change it.
Free and open to all. Our services cost nothing and require no insurance, referral or membership. You’re welcome as you are.
Our Leadership
Board of Directors
Our board guides Next Level Recovery’s mission and holds us accountable to the community we serve. We are committed to a board in which people in recovery and Cobb County residents hold a strong voice.
Meet the Board of Directors
Dr. Kweisi Ausar
Founder and Board Chairman
Kweisi has a Doctorate in Business Administration, 23-years of restaurant industry (5 years at executive level), and 14 years of experience as a professor who has published extensively on topics related to leadership, organizational behavior and workplace spirituality. He has over three decades of lived recovery expereince.
Michele Price
Board Secretary
Michele has a PhD in Social Work from the University of Georgia. She has extensive experience conducting assessments and providing psychotherapeutic services to clients with mental health and substance use disorders. She is the Clinical Director of an outpatient addiction treatment center.
Melvin Venable Jr.
Board Treasurer
Melvin has a Master of Business Administration and a MIS. He has 8-years of experience in project management, data analysis, payroll and payroll tax management to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as accounting, benefits, and HR functions. He is the Senior Payroll Manager in Los Angeles.
Thomas Tubbs
Board Member
Thomas has Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Master’s in Lean Manufacturing. He has 25 years in automotive manufacturing, specializing in lean manufacturing. He has extensive experience in fundraising, business development, and entrepreneurial operations. He has over two years of lived recovery experience.
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