Meet the Staff of Montana Lodge
Executive Director Kenneth Byrd Chance, D.Div.
Dr. Kenneth Chance, D.Div. is the founder and CEO/President of The Montana Society, Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation that operates The Montana Lodge. He applies the business acumen acquired in thirty years of corporate life to his management of all operations at The Montana Lodge. Ken practices a no-nonsense approach to recovery based upon the twelve spiritual principles of recovery that have helped millions recover from alcoholism. Through his own personal recovery, Ken has experienced not only the ravages of the disease of alcoholism; he has also experienced the effect of an untreated co-occurring mood disorder. For this reason he is committed to provide proven medical, psychological and spiritual resources to all who suffer from addiction.
Clinical Director Ron Swenson, LISAC
Ron Swenson has over thirty years on the field of addiction. His background includes clinical director and clinical supervisor from several well-known treatment centers across the United States. Ron’s passion is helping men recover from the disease of alcoholism and drug addiction. He uses the Minnesota model and draws from many evidence-based interventions. Ron enjoys the outdoors, four-wheeling and motorcycling in his free time.
Addiction Counselor and Family Liason Greg Fine, CADAC
Greg is a certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor who also possesses a passion for recovery. His forte is working with families through the recovery process so that the addict’s chances of long term sobriety are improved. Addiction is a family disease and to think that by treating the addict without involving the family is delusional. It takes the commitment of the addict and the family to change so that all may enjoy a healthy and fulfilling way of life – together. Greg has a professional sports background and is an avid golfer.
Residential Manager Kevin Brigham, BHPP
Kevin runs things at The Montana Lodge. He sees that clients’ needs are met on multiple levels and ensures everyone is accounted for. Kevin’s passion for recovery is contagious and he quickly gains the trust and confidence of our clients – why? Because he’s been in their shoes and understands where they are and how to get from being at ground-zero to a clean and sober life. Kevin becomes the big-brother for each client and has a unique ability to work with clients, especially when they are under duress.
Consulting Physician Dr. Houshang Semino, M.D.
Dr. Semino is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and a Diplomate of the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Semino has over forty years experience in addiction psychiatry both in private practice and with drug addiction treatment centers. He treats alcoholism, addiction, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, OCD and more. Dr. Semino oversees our Suboxone Taper Program to ensure clients taper safely and therapeutically.
Consulting Psychologist Dr. Martin Keller, Ed.D.
Diplomate in Clinical Psychology Dr. Kellerworks with clients who have co-occurring disorders to ensure the treatment plan adequately addresses the psych needs of the client.
Dr. Keller is a Diplomate in Clinical Psychology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology. He completed his undergraduate work at Temple University, his Masters from Columbia University, and his Doctorate from Rutgers University. He is on the staff of Scottsdale HealthCare Hospital, John C Lincoln Hospital, and Paradise Valley Hospital.
He is listed in the National Register of Health Service Providers in psychology. He is acertified school psychologist and holds diplomas from the American Academy of Behavioral Medicine and the International Academy of Professional Counseling and Psychotherapy. Dr. Keller is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts and is listed on the Maricopa County Family Court’s mental health provider list.
