Our Mission

Our Mission is to foster connection, create community, and cultivate courage in pursuit of a purpose driven life in recovery.​

Our Vision

Creating transformative experiences that inspire those we serve to heal, give back and serve others and spark lasting change in the world one person at a time.

Our Values

Compassion

We treat every individual with dignity, respect and empathy

Accountability

We take extreme ownership over the outcome of the chronic condition we treat.

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Adaptability

We embrace innovation, exploring emerging methodologies that may bring success to an individual combating addiction.

A Letter From Our Founders

Dear Future Patients and Families,

Welcome to Riverfront Recovery Center.

When we set out to create Riverfront, we envisioned a place where the path to health and wellness is treated not as a simple clinical transaction but as a deeply personal transformation. We wanted to break away from the one-size-fits-all mold and build a space where every person feels truly seen, supported, and empowered to reclaim their life.

At its core, addiction is more than just a condition, it’s a story – of struggle, resilience, and the search for something more. We believe that recovery isn’t just about overcoming addiction; it’s about rewriting that story. It’s about rediscovering connection to oneself and others, finding strength in community, and cultivating the courage to step into a new chapter of your life.

Of the values we hold as an organization, one that stands out as a guide to why we do this work is something we like to call compounding wellness. When one person finds healing, the impact doesn’t stop with them. It ripples outward – to families, to friends, and to communities – creating a cycle of hope and change that has the power to transform the world around us. This is the deeper purpose of our work: not just to treat individuals but to nurture a ripple effect of wellness and possibility for the world.

We also understand that addiction is a deeply chronic condition, one that requires not only acute medical and clinical effort on the front end but also long-term support and accountability afterward. At Riverfront, we take extreme ownership of the outcomes we help create. This means staying with our patients every step of the way – offering not only individualized and evidence-based best practices but also an unwavering commitment to their long-term success. We don’t just help people find recovery; we work to help them sustain it, knowing that every life transformed strengthens the collective whole.

To those we look to serve: we see your strength, even when you can’t. We honor your courage, even when it feels like the smallest step. And we are here to walk alongside you, not just as providers, but as partners in your recovery journey.
To the families and communities seeking answers: know that healing in possible.
Recovery is possible. And the work we do together has the power to create change that reaches far beyond just your loved ones and into the world we share.

Thank you for considering Riverfront Recovery Center as a partner in this journey. We are honored to be part of a story bigger than ourselves – a story of Hope, Healing and Transformation. A Story of Connection, Community and Courage.

With care and gratitude,

Josh Foster & Robert Crocker

Founders
Riverfront Recovery Center of North Georgia

Here’s Why People Choose Riverfront

Choose intimacy. Choose nature. Choose recovery that lasts.

Meet Our Professional Team Member

Josh Foster

Chief Executive Officer | Co - Founder

Josh Foster’s journey to co-founding Riverfront Recovery Center began long before he entered the world of healthcare leadership.

Josh Foster

Chief Executive Officer | Co-Founder

Robert Crocker

Co - Founder | Recovery Advocate

Robert Crocker is a passionate leader, father, and person in long - term recovery who has dedicated the past decade to transforming lives through behavioral healthcare.

Robert Crocker

Co – Founder | Recovery Advocate

Kris Shock, LPC, CMAC

Clinical Director | Addiction & Eating Disorder Specialist

Kris Shock is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Masters Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience

Kris Shock, LPC, CMAC

Clinical Director | Addiction & Eating Disorder Specialist

Lisa Aiello, APRN, PMHNP - C

Director of Nursing | Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Lisa Aiello is a dual - certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience

Lisa Aiello, APRN, PMHNP - C

Director of Nursing

Sherry Lawson

Lead Therapist

Sherry Lawson brings a wealth of clinical expertise, leadership, and heart to Riverfront Recovery Center.

Sherry Lawson

Lead Therapist

Kimberly Holloway, LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse | Addiction Medicine Specialist

Kimberly Holloway is a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse with over a decade of experience in addiction treatment, family medicine, rehabilitation, and clinical research.

Kimberly Holloway, LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse | Addiction Medicine Specialist

Dr. Derek Klemm, DO, PharmD

Medical Director

Dr. Derek Klemm brings a rare dual credential in osteopathic medicine and pharmacy to his role as Medical Director at Riverfront Recovery Center.

Dr. Derek Klemm, DO, PharmD

Medical Director

Cooper DeNegre

Director of Business Development | Recovery Advocate | Community Liaison

Cooper DeNegre is a passionate behavioral health leader with a proven track record of launching and scaling substance abuse treatment programs across the Southeast.

Cooper DeNegre

Director of Business Development | Recovery Advocate | Community Liaison

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