Damien Browning

Damien Browning, CEO of Steps to Recovery Homes and Konnect Wellness Center, is a dedicated leader with a strong background in addiction recovery. With over 17 years in recovery himself, Damien combines academic excellence and lived experience to provide holistic, compassionate support for those on their journey to healing.

Damien Browning is the co-founder and Executive Director of Steps to Recovery Homes, a 501(c)(3) organization established in 2013. A dedicated father of three, Damien combines his passion for helping others with his strong academic background. He holds an Associate\’s degree in Computer Systems and Applications and is currently pursuing a Bachelor\’s degree in Information Technology Management at Northern Arizona University, where he maintains an impressive 3.90 GPA.

Damien’s commitment to excellence has earned him numerous academic awards, including the All Arizona Academic Team Scholarship and the Yavapai College Vice President’s Award for Academic Excellence in 2013.

Having navigated his own challenging journey to recovery since 2006, Damien brings genuine empathy and firsthand experience to his work. His involvement with MATFORCE over the past six years as a Reentry and Community Coach, along with his active service in a 12-step fellowship, underscores his dedication to the recovery community.

Under Damien’s leadership, Steps to Recovery Homes launched Miracles Happen Resale Store – Boutique Rehab, where proceeds directly support recovery efforts. Additionally, Damien founded Konnect Wellness Center, offering holistic, personalized addiction recovery programs delivered by compassionate, licensed therapists in a supportive environment.

Damien’s mission is clear: to inspire hope, provide support, and empower individuals on their path to recovery.

Our Staff

Shawna Bowen 

Shawna Bowen is educated in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Holistic Health and Psychosomatic Psychology, and is a family support specialist with a master’s

Jackie Wilson

Peer Support Specialist at Konnect Wellness Center, Hope House Supervisor. He has traveled the US playing in alternative rock n roll bands, Superfan of Skateboarding.

LaQuinta Curley

Laquinta “Q” Curley has lived experience in recovery and proudly serves as a Part-Time Peer Support Specialist at Konnect Wellness. Drawing from her personal path

Scott Chambers

Scott Chambers is a Peer Support Specialist and Facilities Compliance Specialist at Konnect Wellness Center. Scott is a proud Steps to Recovery Homes Alumnus. His

Mark Troksa

Mark has 37 years of experience working in Finance, Business Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling and Strategic Planning with Corporate and Not for Profit

Kenneth “Tyler” Andrews

Kenneth “Tyler” Andrews has a deep commitment to supporting individuals on their recovery journey. I bring lived experience, professional training, and compassionate guidance to my

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