Pinnacle Treatment Centers, a leading provider of affordable, accessible substance use disorder treatment services, is thrilled to announce the recent hire of Dr. Chris Yadron, Ph.D., LCPC, CADC, as the new Senior Vice President of Detox, Residential, and Ambulatory Services.
Bringing a wealth of leadership experience in Addiction Treatment and Behavioral Health, Dr. Yadron joins Pinnacle Treatment Centers with a distinguished career spanning across esteemed institutions and multiple states. With a dynamic skill set in operational management and patient care, Dr. Yadron has played a pivotal role in the growth and development of treatment facilities throughout his years of dedicated service.
Prior to his appointment at Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Dr. Yadron held significant leadership roles, serving as CEO at Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research, Vice President for the West Region at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, and Director of Recovery Services at Rosecrance Health Network. His tenure at these institutions underscores his expertise in driving organizational excellence and fostering innovation in addiction treatment.
Academically, Dr. Yadron’s credentials are equally impressive, with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Loyola University Chicago. He has further honed his skills through executive education at the University of California Berkeley Haas School of Business, focusing on leadership and finance.
A Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Dr. Yadron is deeply committed to advancing the field through his contributions to conferences, workshops, and professional training programs. His dedication to improving behavioral health services and organizational leadership is evident in his extensive speaking engagements and thought leadership initiatives.
In his new role at Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Dr. Yadron will spearhead efforts to enhance the quality and accessibility of programs within the Detox, Residential, and Ambulatory Division. These crucial services form the cornerstone of Pinnacle’s comprehensive continuum of care for individuals with substance use disorders, and Dr. Yadron’s leadership will play a pivotal role in furthering the organization’s mission.
“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Chris Yadron to our team,” stated Brian Thorn, Chief Operating Officer at Pinnacle Treatment Centers. “His wealth of experience and unwavering dedication to improving addiction treatment services make him the ideal candidate to lead our Detox, Residential, and Ambulatory Division. We are confident that under his leadership, we will continue to provide effective and compassionate care to those in need.”
About Pinnacle Treatment Centers:
Pinnacle Treatment Centers operates a network of over 140 community-based programs and facilities across nine states, offering a comprehensive continuum of care for individuals and families impacted by addiction. Services include Detoxification, Residential, Outpatient, Medication-Assisted Treatment, Partial-Hospitalization Programs, and Recovery Houses, with a commitment to providing affordable and accessible care to more than 35,000 people daily.
