Tiffany Gallego, MSW

therapist/program director

Tiffany Gallego is the program director and a therapist at In Balance Living. She carries a small case load, oversees the operations of In Balance Living, supervises the staff and residents and monitors all admissions. Tiffany started at the Intensive Outpatient Program in 1997. From there she helped with the planning and opening of In Balance Ranch Academy in 2002, serving as a milieu manager and primary therapist at the ranch. She received her Bachelor's in Special Education from the University of Arizona and Master's in Social Work from Arizona State University.
In 2006, Tiffany helped to develop the In Balance Transitional Living program.  Tiffany and Patrick Barrasso, owner of In Balance Inc., realized how difficult it was for young adults coming out of treatment to be thrown back into the same environment that got them into treatment in the first place.  Often they would stumble in their recovery.  It was Tiffany and Patrick's belief that this stumble was unnecessary.  Transitional Living was the answer; it would provide a safe and sober living environment that would allow residents to acclimate back into society at a manageable pace.  They would be introduced to young people in recovery in the Tucson area, helping them to realize that their community of support goes far beyond anything they first realized.  They could enrolled in college classes, find a sponsor that would become essential to their growth, learn how to attain, maintain and succeed at a job.  These individuals will achieve success and will take these accomplishments with them as they continue off on their life path. 

Jordan Erickson, LAMFT

therapist

Jordan obtained her masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of San Diego and is recognized by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health as a licensed associate marriage and family therapist.  She has several years of experience working with adolescents and their families who are dealing with the struggle of alcohol and drug addiction.  As a therapist, Jordan brings hope and strength to the individuals and families that she works with.  Jordan works closely with other professionals in the area, including psychiatrists, doctors, and school administrators, to ensure that each resident is receiving comprehensive and high-quality care.  In addition to being a therapist, Jordan is a professor at a community college in Tucson, Arizona.  This benefits her work at In Balance Living because she brings her knowledge and understanding of academics and advising to the residents and assists them in their own college process.  Whether that is the application process, struggles with teachers, or challenges finding and utilizing academic resources, Jordan is willing and able to help.

Jordan enjoys working at In Balance Living because it provides her with the opportunity to help young men and their families through a critical transition period in their lives.  In addition to dealing with the struggles of addiction, these young men are dealing with the challenges of negotiating adult relationships with their parents, being independent for the first time, and forming new relationships with others without the buffer of substances.  The young men in the program are inspiring as they prove that being in recovery at such a young age can not only be done, but can be done with a zest and passion towards life that is not commonly seen in others their age. 

Jason Turner

life coach/health and fitness coordinator

A diverse background has brought Jason to the field of recovery. He served 10 years in the United States Military and after his service to his country and to himself through his own recovery he worked as Director of V3 Tucson Inc. As a security specialist and police dog trainer/handler, Jason was given the opportunity to provide security support with numerous government agencies including the United States Secret Service. Jason has provided security to former presidents and foreign dignitaries. As a trainer of police dogs, he witnessed first hand the effect of drugs and alcohol within the family unit. His experience as a military member offers those he works with discipline and commitment. As director of V3 he gained experience that gave him insight into the journey of today's youth at risk and their families. Jason offers the residents of In Balance Transitional Living an exciting picture of life experience which combines both personal tragedy and personal triumph through the gift of recovery.

Chase Bittner
life coach/peer-facilitator/alumni coordinator 
Chase has over four years experience working with adolescents in the substance abuse and addiction field under direct supervision with some of Tucson's most noted and experienced therapists. Chase's experience includes co-facilitating outpatient groups, running In Balance's aftercare program, working as a life-coach at In Balance Ranch Academy and In Balance Transitional Living programs, and heading the In Balance Alumni's coordination.  Chase is an In Balance graduate himself, has been sober since 2002, maintains a strong recovery program, and is active in the 12-step community.  He is committed to the vision of In Balance, effecting change and showing a new way to live.

Jeff Gould

life coach/peer-facilitator

Jeff Gould is a life coach and peer group facilitator for In Balance. A published writer and a third year college student whose goal is to one day major in journalism. Jeff also embraces the recovery way of life and has worked in the field with numerous populations including addicts, alcoholics, homeless veterans, and at-risk youth. Jeff enjoys the challenges and rewards that he receives on a daily basis by showing others a life of integrity. He is an integral part of the ‘continuum of care’ that is In Balance.

Jackie Luciano

life coach

Bio coming shortly...