Advisory Council

Dr. Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri, known as Dr. Mala, serves as the Chief Clinical Officer at Sobriety, where she leads efforts to advance recovery literacy by developing and disseminating evidence-informed research, tools, and resources designed to support individuals on their recovery journey and connect them to meaningful care.

A seasoned psychologist and holistic healthcare practitioner, Dr. Mala possesses deep expertise in TBI, PTSD, Military Psychology, Marriage & Family Psychology, Rehabilitative Therapy, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Her holistic approach has benefited a diverse clientele, including military personnel, executives, political figures, rural and indigenous communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, athletes, and families.

Jasleen Chhatwal, MBBS, MD, is a dedicated physician and mental health advocate, board-certified in psychiatry, addiction medicine, and integrative medicine. She is Chief Medical Officer at Sierra Tucson, Behavioral Health Medical Director at BCBS AZ HealthChoice, and an Associate Professor at the University of Arizona.

Dr. Chhatwal takes a holistic approach to care, integrating evidence based and culturally informed treatments to support healing of the mind, body, and spirit. She is committed to reducing stigma, promoting mental health, and empowering marginalized communities.

Trey Laird is CEO and Founder of The Lighthouse Sober Living and The Lighthouse Recovery Coaching 365 Program. Before founding The Lighthouse, Trey spent 22 years as a Wall Street equities trader.

Trey has five children and lives in New Canaan, Connecticut. He is active in his church, an avid golfer and marathoner, and regularly speaks on recovery and treatment best practices.

Todd Lampert is the CEO and Chief Legal Officer of Recovery Education and Applied Learning (REAL), an online resource for parents. He is also the Founder/Director of a Nasdaq-traded bank and a managing member of Lampert Toohey & Rucci.

Ruth Limkin is the Founder and Managing Director of The Banyans Healthcare and Group Executive – External Relations at Sana Health Group.

She serves as an Adjunct Professor at Torrens University Australia and advocates for improved mental health services across the country.

Elliot Schad is the founder and CEO of Level, an applied AI company, and previously led acquisition marketing at Ring and Clearcover.

He helps organizations scale through growth marketing, product strategy, and management, and enjoys building impactful products for complex social problems.

Parker Smith is founder and CEO of Simplifyance, a SaaS company focused on regulatory compliance and operations for behavioral health organizations.

He brings entrepreneurial insight into credentialing and certification opportunities and is passionate about health and service.

Lisa S. Thompson is founder and CEO of Sturbridge Growth Partners, a B2B consulting firm focused on revenue and profit growth.

She supports workforce development and advocates for improved services for people affected by addiction.

Hannah Weisman, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and health tech leader based in Seattle.

She helps behavioral healthcare organizations improve quality and access to services and focuses on reducing stigma and improving care for underserved populations.