Our Mission
At The Stables at Georgetown, our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for residents in recovery. We focus on empowering our residents through comprehensive programs and dedicated staff to help maintain sobriety while furthering their education or employment.
What We Offer
12 Step & Celebrate Recovery
House Rules, Curfew and Drug/Alcohol Tests
For decades, 12-step programs have been at the forefront of addiction recovery, assisting people in overcoming substance abuse, revitalizing their relationships and achieving success in their careers. Celebrate Recovery covers a wide range if issues, including addiction, co-dependency, financial problems, and more.
House Rules, Curfew and Drug/Alcohol Tests
House Rules, Curfew and Drug/Alcohol Tests
Residents are expected to follow structured house rules designed to promote accountability, safety, and long-term recovery.
A nightly curfew is enforced and may vary based on a resident’s phase in the program, employment schedule, and progress. All residents must check in by curfew unless prior approval is granted.
Random and scheduled drug and alcohol testing is conducted. Any use, possession, or distribution of drugs or alcohol is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate discharge from the program.
These guidelines are in place to create a supportive, respectful, and recovery-focused community where all residents have the opportunity to succeed.
Accountability Roommate
Each resident is paired with an accountability roommate to help maintain structure, provide support, and encourage sobriety. Roommates help keep one another on schedule, offer encouragement during emotional or challenging moments, and promote a positive, recovery-focused environment.
To ensure a safe and supportive community, all residents are expected to uphold house standards, including adherence to curfew and promptly reporting any drug or alcohol violations.
Mentorship Program
The Mentorship Program provides structured support through weekly Emotional Intelligence and Leadership training, designed to strengthen personal development, relationships, and life skills.
The program operates in three phases:
Phase 1: Mentee
Participants focus on building a foundation of self-awareness, accountability, and core life skills.
Phase 2: Mentor
Participants take on mentorship roles, supporting others while reinforcing their own growth and leadership abilities.
Phase 3: Leader
Participants are given increased responsibility, leadership opportunities, and greater independence as they prepare for transition beyond the program.
The program is designed to equip individuals with the tools and support needed for long-term success. Ongoing community connection is maintained through bi-annual Leader reunions.
Semi-All Inclusive
Each resident receives a furnished bedroom with a twin, queen or king bed, mini fridge, dresser, clothes rack, as well as access to amenities such as the pool, hot tub, and Wi-Fi. Monthly cost also covers utilities, taxes, insurance, routine drug and alcohol testing, private and group therapy, structured programs, and 24/7 staff on-site. Private executive bedrooms are available.
Equine Therapy
Equine therapy is designed to support healing, self discovery, and long term recovery. Working with horses provides residents with an opportunity to develop trust, emotional awareness, and healthy communication skills in a calm, natural environment. Horses are highly intuitive and mirror human emotions. Through guided, hands-on interactions such as grooming, leading, and groundwork (no riding required), residents learn to reduce anxiety and stress, build confidence and self worth.
Resort style bathrooms
Resort style bathrooms
Resort style bathrooms
With 10 private showers available, even at full capacity of 40 beds, residents have ample access and convenience. There’s also plenty of private bathrooms too.
Founders
Luke & Vanessa Johnson
Luke and Vanessa Johnson are the founders of The Stables at Georgetown, a luxury recovery residence rooted in purpose, compassion, and personal conviction.
Luke holds a Business Degree from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and is a home builder. His journey into the recovery space is deeply personal—after losing his best friend to an accidental fentanyl overdose in 2024, Luke felt a profound calling to be part of the solution and to create a place where men could find real support, structure, and hope.
Vanessa earned her law degree from Arizona State University and brings both professional insight and personal experience to the mission. With multiple qualifiers in Al-Anon, she understands firsthand the far-reaching impact addiction has on families and loved ones, and the importance of healing not just the individual—but the entire support system.
Together, Luke and Vanessa have combined their backgrounds, resources, and shared passion to transform their luxury property into something far greater than a place to stay. The Stables at Georgetown was created as a sanctuary—where men in recovery can rebuild their lives in a peaceful, structured, and elevated environment.
Executive Director
Criss Parker
Criss Parker is the Executive Director of Stables at Georgetown, bringing over 20 years of experience in business development, leadership, and client relations. Her professional background includes serving as an Account Executive at Dell Computers and as a National Sales Director for Hilton Hotels, where she developed deep expertise in strategic growth, team leadership, and high-level operations.
In addition to her corporate career, Criss has served as a Program Director in sober living, where she provided leadership and oversight of daily operations, guided staff development, and implemented structured, recovery-focused programming. She also brings two years of hands-on experience in recovery environments and is a Certified Core Values Recovery Coach, combining her professional skill set with a strong commitment to supporting individuals on their recovery journey and building stable, purpose-driven lives.
Criss is deeply rooted in the recovery community and is known for her leadership, compassion, and ability to create supportive environments that foster long-term success.
