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Our Team

The addiction treatment specialists at Serenity Grove are dedicated to helping clients and their loved ones heal from the effects of addiction. In our Athens, GA treatment center, clients can find the support they need for lasting recovery. From detox to outpatient treatment, the levels of care offered at Serenity Grove are designed to promote sustainable sobriety.

Take the first step on the road to recovery by connecting with our addiction treatment specialists at 706-389-5157 or by connecting with the Serenity Grove staff online.

Meet the Serenity Grove Staff

dr steve chesser the medical director at Serenity Grove
Dr. Steve Chesser, MD

Medical Director

Jessica Brothers the clinical director at Serenity Grove
Jessica Brothers MA, LPC, MAC,

Clinical Director

Katie Sklivagkos the Nurse Practitioner at Serenity Grove
Katie Sklivagkos, RN, MSN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

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Dr. Delquis Mendoza

Psychiatrist

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Robert Aten, P.A.

Physician Assistant

Philip Sangster PA-C a physician assistant at Serenity Grove
Philip Sangster, PA-C

Physician Assistant

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Todd Saner

Human Resources

Lindsay Avery, Director of Operations
Lindsay Avery

Aftercare Coordinator

Tommie L. (Larry) Walton, III, LCSW, MAC the Training Consultant at Serenity Grove
Tommie L. (Larry) Walton, III

Training Consultant

Cam Moore
Cam Moore

Chief Operating Officer

Sara Sayre
Sara Sayre

Admissions & Business Development Coordinator

Anna Johnson from Serenity Grove
Anna Johnson, MSW

Primary Therapist

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Alyssa Leggett, CACI

Certified Addiction Counselor

Hannah May at Serenity Grove
Hannah May, LAPC

Primary Therapist

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Cathie Puckett, CACI

Certified Addiction Counselor

Karen Skinner
Karen Skinner, MED, GCADC III

 Consulting Counselor

Karen Clark at Serenity Grove
Karen Clark LPC, CADC-II

Primary Therapist

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Director of Nursing

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Dr. Steve Chesser

Medical Director

Steve Chesser, MD, serves as the Medical Director at Serenity Grove. He has worked in behavioral health since 2010 and brings a whole‑person approach to care at Serenity Grove. Inspired by supporting family members affected by addiction, he focuses on prevention, relapse support, and helping patients rediscover joy without substances.

Dr. Chesser recently completed a 10‑hour DEA course on opioid prescribing and is a member of the American College of Physicians. He enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and spending time with his Labrador Retrievers. His guiding belief is simple: Every day is a new day to start anew.