Nate Hayden

Nate Hayden serves as the Social Media and Marketing Coordinator at Journey House Foundation, and he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Media with a concentration in video. Outside of work, Nate enjoys playing basketball, attending Bible studies, and spending time with friends. Ask him anything about Disney or Universal theme parks — chances are, […]
Jessica Bero

Jess Bero is the Operations Supervisor at Journey House Recovery Center, where she plays a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the center, including Journey House Foundation, and Journey House RVA Recovery Residences. Certified as a CPRS, Jess brings both professional expertise and a personal commitment to helping others in their recovery […]
Dr. Etka Etka

Dr. Eric Etka, DC, BDC brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience to his role as Director of Strategy and Development for Journey House Foundation and Journey House Recovery Center. For 20 years, Eric served as a Doctor of Chiropractic, building a successful practice rooted in patient care and community impact. In […]
Kimberly Braine-Tillem, BS, MA

Kimberly Braine-Tillem is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Journey House, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s mission and operations. With a Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Development from Virginia Tech and a Master of Arts in Human Services with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from […]
Michael Tillem

Michael Tillem is the Founder and Executive Director of Journey House Recovery Center (and its affiliate companies Journey House Foundation, Journey House Behavioral Health, and Journey House Richmond), a Richmond-based recovery and behavioral health organization dedicated to helping individuals rebuild their lives after addiction or incarceration. In long-term recovery himself since 2002, Michael brings both […]