Stephanie Kvasager, LCSW

Vice President of Clinical Services

Stephanie Kvasager has served as a founding member of the Yellow Wood Recovery leadership team since the organization’s inception in 2020. As Vice President of Clinical Services, she provides strategic direction for all clinical programming while continuing to oversee the clinical team in service of patient care. With over 18 years of experience treating adults and children with acute psychiatric and substance use disorders, she brings extensive expertise in both residential and outpatient treatment settings.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), State of California
Master of Science in Social Work, California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Science in Social Work, California State University, Sacramento

As a founding member of Yellow Wood Recovery, Stephanie has been instrumental in building the organization’s clinical infrastructure from the ground up. In her role as Vice President of Clinical Services, she:

Provides strategic leadership and direction for all clinical programming
Oversees the clinical team in service of patient care
Leads program design and development initiatives
Performs utilization review to ensure quality and compliance
Co-directs staff training and professional development
Mentors and develops clinical staff to advance their careers

Stephanie brings over 18 years of diverse clinical experience to her leadership role. Her background includes treating adults and children with a range of acute psychiatric disorders in both residential and outpatient settings. This breadth of experience enables her to design and implement comprehensive treatment programs that address the complex needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Treatment Philosophy and Advocacy

Stephanie is passionate about removing barriers that prevent people from accessing treatment. Her commitment to expanding access to care drives her work in serving diverse communities and advocating for individuals who face challenges in obtaining quality addiction treatment. She believes that everyone deserves access to evidence-based care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Her dedication to staff development reflects her understanding that exceptional patient care begins with well-trained, supported clinical professionals. Through mentorship and training, Stephanie cultivates a clinical team that embodies Yellow Wood Recovery’s mission of compassionate, patient-centered care.