Our Team

Charles Van Leuven is a mission-driven behavioral health entrepreneur and operator with over 12 years of frontline and executive leadership in addiction recovery, mental health, transport logistics, and residential treatment. He is the Co-Founder of Valor Behavioral Health, a 56-bed treatment center dedicated to comprehensive, client-centered care, and the Founder & CEO of National Treatment Transport, one of the nation’s most trusted adolescent transport services, known for safety, professionalism, and discretion.

Charles began his career in the Bay Area, providing direct care services to individuals and families navigating addiction. He went on to found Independence Recovery Coaching, delivering custom detox coordination, sober companionship, and intervention services. As a Founding Board Member of AMATS (Association of Mediation and Transport Services), he continues to lead industry-wide efforts to elevate safety, ethics, and training in adolescent transport.

He holds a Healthcare Management certificate from Cornell University and is a Nationally Certified Recovery Coach II. Across all of his ventures, Charles has supported thousands of families in navigating recovery, placement, and life-saving transitions with care, clarity, and integrity.

As the Program Director at Sacramento Wellness, Chris brings not only professional expertise, but also a deeply personal understanding of the journey to recovery. Being a certified alcohol and drug counselor, Chris has experience across all levels of care in the addiction treatment field. His path to recovery has instilled in him a profound empathy and a unique insight into the challenges and triumphs our clients face. Chris is deeply passionate about guiding others on their journey to wellness, driven by the belief that every individual deserves the opportunity to lead a fulfilling, substance free life. His commitment is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care and to empower each client with the tools and support needed for lasting recovery.

Dr. Small received his medical degree at the University of Hawaii. He completed his medical residency in Psychiatry and Family Medicine at UCSD. He is board certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Family Medicine. Dr. Small is passionate about bringing quality care to patients suffering with addiction.

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Joshua is a compassionate and dedicated Lead Nurse who brings steady focus and genuine care to his role every day. He is deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where patients feel secure as they work toward recovery. Joshua’s priorities center on protecting the safety and well-being of every patient and team member while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance. He takes pride in fostering a reliable, efficient, and caring atmosphere that helps both his nursing team and the individuals we serve thrive.

When he’s off the clock, Joshua loves to recharge by hitting the open road on his motorcycle and spending quality time with his dogs. He believes in the importance of balance—staying grounded and active outside of work—which makes him a valued and trusted member of our team.

Darcy Jackson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who serves as Clinical Director at Sacramento Wellness. With extensive experience in substance use and co-occurring mental health treatment, she brings both clinical expertise and a grounded, compassionate presence to her work. Darcy is known for her thoughtful, client-centered approach and her ability to create a calm, structured environment where individuals feel supported, respected, and genuinely cared for throughout the recovery process.

In addition to her leadership role, Darcy maintains a private practice working exclusively with individuals, offering a more personalized and in-depth therapeutic experience. She is also the founder of a therapeutic journal brand, reflecting her belief in the power of self-reflection and intentional growth. Darcy’s work is grounded in discretion, compassion, and a commitment to helping each client build a meaningful and lasting foundation for recovery.

With over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, Brian built a career grounded in discipline, problem-solving, and a deep commitment to creating safe, stable environments for others. As a licensed general contractor for more than six years, he specialized in building homes—places where individuals and families could find security, comfort, and belonging.

In addition, Brian is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and has spent over 18 years working in the field of substance use disorder treatment. Throughout that time, he has supported individuals at various stages of recovery, helping them navigate challenges with compassion, structure, and clinical insight.

A life-changing personal experience with recovery further deepened his understanding of addiction and recovery on both a professional and human level. This lived experience, combined with his extensive clinical background, informs a grounded and empathetic approach to care.

Today, Brian is dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives with dignity, accountability, and hope. He strives to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered to pursue lasting recovery and meaningful change.

Chantell is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) and therapist at Sacramento Wellness. Her background includes community mental health work with youth and families, as well as experience working with geriatric clients—giving her a broad, grounded perspective on how people grow, change, and heal at every stage of life.

Chantell is known for her calm, compassionate, client-centered approach. She draws on a holistic lens to understand the whole person and works to create a space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. As a 500-hour registered yoga teacher, she brings a genuine, embodied understanding of the mind-body connection into her clinical work, balancing clinical expertise with real warmth.

Outside of work, Chantell recharges by spending time with friends and family—whether that’s boating on the lake, enjoying the ocean, traveling somewhere new, or curling up with a good book, with her two dogs never far behind.