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, BSC

Dr. Eric Etka, BSC brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience to his role as Chief Operating Officer for 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 2017, he joined Amazon, where he spent […]

Kimberly Braine-Tillem, BS, MA

Kimberly Braine-Tillem is the Co-Founder and Chief Administration 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 […]