Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Recovery and Wellness Partner
Living Free Health & Fitness was founded in 2013 to help individuals maintain recovery through evidence-based practices combining cognitive and behavioral modification, regular exercise, and healthy eating. Our organization is dedicated to improving the skills, knowledge, and abilities of clients facing addiction challenges. We provide SAPTA-certified treatment programs for adults and adolescents, including intensive outpatient and transitional living services. Our clinical team includes licensed professionals and peer recovery specialists committed to fostering resilience and long-term sobriety.We operate the only SAPTA-certified transitional living programs in Pahrump and offer free Narcan training to the community. Our fitness center promotes brain health through exercise while our nutrition programs teach dietary changes that reduce cravings. With board-certified leadership and strategic community partnerships, we deliver comprehensive recovery solutions tailored to rural Nevada's unique needs.
Services
Addiction Treatment
Fitness Programs
Transitional Housing
Nutrition Counseling
12-Step Meetings
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- SAPTA-certified treatment programs with evidence-based methodologies
- Experienced clinical team including licensed addiction counselors
- Integrated fitness and nutrition programs for brain health
- Only certified transitional living programs in Pahrump
- Community-focused approach with local partnerships
Associations and certifications
- SAPTA
What people say
Supportive community
Effective recovery programs
Knowledgeable staff
Life-changing experience
Comprehensive approach
Services
Addiction Treatment
Our SAPTA-certified treatment programs combine clinical therapy with physical wellness to address addiction challenges. Services include intensive outpatient care, early intervention, and family support for adults and adolescents. Our evidence-based approach incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy and peer recovery support to build sustainable recovery skills.
Fitness Programs
The Living Free Gym offers structured fitness programs designed to rewire brain chemistry through physical activity. Our facilities support recovery by improving mental health, reducing cravings, and building physical resilience. Members receive personalized exercise plans and access to wellness education resources.
Transitional Housing
We provide licensed sober living environments for men, women, and mothers with children. Our transitional housing programs include structured support, life skills training, and community-building activities to maintain recovery during reintegration into independent living.
Nutrition Counseling
Our nutrition programs teach dietary changes that reduce addiction cravings and improve brain health. Clients learn practical meal planning skills and receive guidance on avoiding processed foods that trigger addictive patterns through evidence-based nutritional science.
12-Step Meetings
We host regular 12-step meetings in a dedicated group space, providing peer support networks for sustained recovery. These community-led sessions complement clinical treatment through shared experiences and mutual accountability frameworks.
People
Rochelle Shelley Poerio
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Founder of Living Free Health & Fitness with 19+ years recovery experience. Licensed addiction counselor and author of 'Rebalancing the Addictive Mind'. Holds MA in professional counseling from Liberty University and BA from Stanford.
Willi Baer
Consultant
Former Executive Director of Pioneer Territory CASA with 25 years nonprofit leadership experience. Served on Better Business Bureau board and received Las Vegas Chamber Circle of Excellence Award. Expert in donor relations and organizational development.
Robert Saxen
Board President
Successful small business owner with 25 years in water treatment industry. Personal recovery experience since 2009. Focuses on developing market-driven solutions for addiction recovery services.
Jeremiah Umeh
Medical Director
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 20 years patient care experience. Provides behavioral health services in Pahrump and Las Vegas. Specializes in integrated medical and psychiatric care for addiction recovery.
Garnette McCracken
Clinical Director
Licensed clinical social worker with 21 years experience in trauma therapy. Holds MSW from UNLV and pursuing PhD in psychology. Supervises social work interns and specializes in mood and anxiety disorders.
Questions
What addiction treatment programs do you offer?
We provide SAPTA-certified intensive outpatient, outpatient, and early intervention programs for adults and adolescents with substance use disorders.
Do you accept insurance for treatment services?
We accept Medicaid and offer cash-pay options at Medicaid-reimbursed rates. Private insurance clients can submit claims directly to their providers.
What fitness facilities are available?
Our public gym offers 24/7 access with structured exercise programs, strength training equipment, and personalized fitness plans to support recovery.
Are sober living arrangements available?
We operate licensed transitional housing programs for men, women, and mothers with children, including structured support and life skills training.
What nutrition support services exist?
Our programs include dietary counseling, meal planning guidance, and education on how nutrition impacts brain chemistry and addiction recovery.
How do you help prevent relapse?
We combine clinical therapy with physical exercise and nutritional education to address biological, psychological, and social factors in sustained recovery.
