Our Team


Our Expert Team
The Ridge employs an outstanding an unequaled team of experts in the field of addiction and recovery who are dedicated to helping each individual achieve a sustainable sobriety and a healthier life. They include physicians, nurses, therapists, recovery specialists, social workers, navigators and more.
All are committed to The Ridge community, and to guiding individuals on their journey to recovery. Many have extensive experience in the field, including at Rushford, another Hartford HealthCare organization with a longstanding history of treating people with substance use disorders and addiction disease.
Meet Our Leadership Team

J. Craig Allen, MD, FASAM
Medical Director, Rushford
Vice President of Addiction Services
BHN Rushford

Kristie Scott, LCSW
VP of Clinical Operations
Rushford Center

Lauren Galarneau, LCSW, LADC, ADS
Clinical Director – Adult Residential Services

Wendy Lang
Referral Relations Specialist

Martin Bloch, MD
Assistant Medical Director

Jaime Ley, LMFT
Clinical Program Manager