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Allie Kraska serves as the Organic SEO Growth Manager for Aliya Health Group’s nationwide network of addiction and behavioral health treatment centers. She develops and implements content strategies, monitors and analyzes SEO performance, identifies areas for improvement, and optimizes marketing team efforts to increase visibility and sustain growth. When writing for Aliya Health Group, Allie aims to provide actionable recovery advice from an educated, experienced perspective. She earned her BA in English Language and Literature with a minor in Painting, Drawing, and Print-Making from the University of North Florida.
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Evan Gove serves as the Senior Strategist of Organic Growth for Aliya Health Group’s nationwide network of addiction and behavioral health treatment centers. Since 2023, he has developed SEO strategies and managed content production. He earned his BA in Writing and Rhetoric from Hobart and William Smith Colleges.
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Royal Life Centers writers explain substance abuse in a way that anyone can understand, regardless of their background. We make our content accessible by using clear, concise, and informative language. Our writers provide a range of blog posts, from educational materials to the latest news in addiction, treatment, and recovery, so everyone can find something that resonates with them.
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Kimberly Sparks, BA, SUDP, is the Clinical Director for Royal Life Centers in Sumner, WA. In this capacity, Kim oversees a clinical team that includes case managers and facilitators. Her responsibilities include providing supervision, training, and daily support to the team, as well as assisting with therapeutic and crisis interventions. She received her Associate of Arts from Tacoma Community College in 2009 and her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from Evergreen State College in 2013. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Kim has held various key positions and played pivotal roles in shaping the direction and success of behavioral health programs.
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Dr. Lisa Tomsak, DO, serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Aliya Health Group’s rehab centers in California, Arizona, and Washington State. Since 2016, she has impeccably managed the medical services offered during detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment. Dr. Tomsak is board-certified in both internal and addiction medicine, showcasing her comprehensive expertise in the field. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, following a Summa Cum Laude graduation from Wilkes Barre University.