Drug & Alcohol Detox with Forward Family in Fresno, CA
Based in Fresno, CA - From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to Emotional Guidance - our Counselors & Providers are clinically-trained (and have the experience) to provide you with the help that you need,
Aaron Tucker, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Aaron launched Forward Family Services in August of 2020 with the goal of making behavioral and mental health services more accessible and comprehensive for families in the Central Valley. Aaron was born and raised in Fresno, CA. After graduating from Clovis West High School, he served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in New Jersey-- this included volunteering with various nonprofits to provide ESL and food security services to families in Asbury Park and Camden. Aaron then attended and graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Management and Youth Leadership with a double minor in Business Administration and Nonprofit Administration. He then attended and graduated from Fresno State with a Master of Business Administration. Aaron has been married to Kelsey for 13 years, and they are the proud parents of 4. Aaron has 15+ years of management and leadership experience in the nonprofit and private sectors, including the Now I Can Foundation (Provo, UT), TCA Partners (Fresno, CA), Central California Food Bank (Fresno, CA), Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel (Pueblo, CO), and Defy Trampoline Parks (Baton Rouge, LA). Aaron loves "hybrid" training (pairing weightlifting and endurance cardio), and he enjoys preparing for half and full marathons in particular. He also loves skiing on the snow and water as well as traveling with his family. Aaron is also the founder of Dig Endurance Company-- a fitness and coaching company where he hosts weekly podcasts with his brother, Shaun featuring guests with stories about "digging in" and overcoming adversity. Aaron is very passionate about the services we provide our families at Forward, and he finds great satisfaction in watching their progress and growth.
Ash is a founding partner of Forward Family Services. He obtained his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Colorado State University - Pueblo. Ash brings 15+ years of diverse business leadership experience in the nonprofit and private sector across several industries working primarily with Chipotle, the YMCA, and Defy Trampoline Parks. In each industry, Ash has been recognized for his development of strong teams that have achieved top performance metrics in sales, customer services, and operations. Ash has consulted several businesses, entrepreneurs, and confidential development projects in operation management, including working with NBC in training and advising on a restaurant launch for a reality TV Show. Ash is excited to invest his time into developing teams to support to the needs of local families and community through Forward Family Services.
Ash King, BSBA, SHRM-CP
Chief Operating Officer
Christie Dooley, M.A., LMFT
Clinical Director
Christie began working in the field of Substance Abuse and co-occurring disorders in 2015 while in Grad School. Christie became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in 2021. Christie has a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership and a master’s degree in psychology. She has worked in both private practice and treatment facility settings offering CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic approaches to individuals, groups, couples, and families. Christie is also certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) to help clients suffering with PTSD. Christie is passionate about helping individuals, struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders because, “I’ve learned sometimes we must experience discomfort to meet growth. And if me and my team at Forward can provide a safe space that supports personal growth and wellbeing, then it’s my honor to be a part of the journey”.
Peter Riojas, RADT
Lead Counselor
Peter grew up in Selma, California and has been serving the Central Valley community the past few years. Most of his work involved Substance Abuse Counseling services and is still something he continues to donate his personal time to outside of his Mental Health Counseling services with Forward. He has a RADT and is currently finishing his certifications for CADC 1 and BA in Theology. Peter is passionate about helping others in their time of need and working in his community to make Fresno better. When he is not serving others, you can find him playing guitar on the Worship Team at his Church Sunday mornings or gone on outdoor adventures with his wife and children in Sequoia National Park.
​Shaun is a Fresno native, born and raised, a husband, and father of 5 children. He has served our community in the addiction and mental health field for the past 8 years. He started as a detox tech at an addiction treatment program, and has worked his way through many positions, such as business development, intake coordinating, counseling, admissions, and program director for both adolescents and adults. Shaun has also owned and operated an adolescent treatment program here in Fresno, prior to Forward. Shaun’s focus has always been on the individual and making sure that each person receives the treatment program tailored to them. Shaun will be graduating with his Bachelor in Psychology early next year, and plans to begin his Masters in Psychology immediately after to pursue his Marriage and Family Therapy license. He is an avid triathlete, and enjoys anything that involves endurance and challenges, such as Ironmans and ultra running. Shaun is a founder of Dig Endurance Co., where he coaches many athletes to attain their fitness goals. With his endurance training knowledge and experience, he is passionate about implementing fitness into the clients recovery paths at Forward.
Shaun Tucker
Program Director
Heather Smith
Insurance Specialist
Bri Boni
Lead Administrator
