Tyson Kincaid, a West Virginia native, is a certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist with a strong commitment to the field. With several years of experience, Tyson has amassed a wealth of resources from across the state, enhancing his ability to provide comprehensive support to individuals on their recovery journeys. He stands as a prominent leader in the community, renowned for his adeptness in organizing and spearheading outreach events that foster positive change within the community. Tyson’s dedication and expertise make him an integral part of our team, where he continues to impact the lives of those seeking recovery support.

Jason is a peer recovery support specialist based out of Summerville, WV. With two years of experience, he has a strong background in working with clients who have mental health and substance use disorders. With over three years in recovery, Jason is very passionate about what he does. He is very committed to using his own life experiences with addiction as an example. Along with available resources, he hopes to help guide others along their recovery path and his passion for recovery is evident in his unwavering dedication. He is always willing to go above and beyond for anyone in need and would be a great asset to anyone who will allow him to help. Beyond his professional life, Jason likes spending time with his family, making the absolute most out of everything and never taking a single day for granted. 

Teisha is a Morgantown native and well-known in the local recovery community. Teisha has overcome many obstacles in her life and is a person in long-term recovery. Today, she is a certified peer recovery support specialist and has found her passion for helping others. She is active in her recovery community and holds different service positions. She has a passion and talent for helping others struggling with SUD. She works with the Mon County Quick Response Team and is engaged in local community centers. She will be graduating from WVU with a Bachelor’s in Regents Bachelor of Arts in the Spring of 2025. In her free time, she enjoys going to the gym, spending time with family and friends, and most importantly, her daughter.

Dawson is a certified peer recovery support specialist based in Morgantown, WV. With a strong background in Customer Service, he brings dedication and relatability to his work. He is deeply committed to overcoming the stigma surrounding substance use disorder, and his passion for the Recovery Community is evident in his unwavering dedication. Beyond his professional life, Kenneth Dawson enjoys time with his daughter, being of service in his recovery community, and strengthening his relationship with God.

Wesley is a Peer Recovery Support Specialist based in Morgantown, WV. With a strong background in the service industry, he brings incredible collaborative skills to his work. He is deeply committed to helping others as well as his personal recovery, and his passion for helping people achieve their goals is evident in his unwavering dedication. Beyond his professional life, Wesley Quigley enjoys live music, traveling, and being outside in nature. He believes that helping others is key to his own success.

Ruth Tindal is a DCR – Peer Recovery Coach for SWRJ based in Kanawha County, WV. With a strong customer service and sales background, she brings empathy, compassion, and dedication to her work. She is deeply committed to meeting people where they are and her passion for the justice-impacted population is evident in her unwavering dedication. Beyond her professional life, Ruth Tindal enjoys her family, music, and the outdoors. Ruth is passionate about ensuring everyone knows they are never alone again!

Amanda is a hard working mother and proud advocate for the recovery community. Struggling with addiction in her own life and in the lives of many of her loved ones, Amanda is proud of herself these days for doing the right thing and works every day toward a better life. She recognizes that some days are tougher than others, but that through a strong support network we are all able to persevere and grow. Through her work in peer recovery and passionately helping others toward a better life, she continues to unlock key parts of herself in her own recovery journey.

Jared James is a West Virginia native that has several years working in the field in Bluefield, WV. Upon returning to Charleston, his enthusiasm for recovery and helping others
on their journey led him to WVSL, where he continues to make a positive impact in the community and those seeking support.

Craig is a West Virginia Native and person in long-term recovery.  He has been active in his local recovery community since 2017 and became a certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) in 2021. Before working in the peer field, he volunteered with local outreach and drop-in programs.  He has experience working in various fields, from customer service to care-based fields, such as assisting individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs). He brings with him a focus on empowerment, advocacy, and ethics. Since Joining the WVSL Solutions team, he has assisted with peer support at in-patient treatment settings, community outreach, Mon County QRT, recovery community events, connecting justice-involved individuals to treatment, peer training classes, and peer management.