Meet the Team

Johnny Critchfield

Founder | Certified Peer and Family Specialist (CPFS)

Johnny started Hope Dealers because it was the exact thing he needed when he was out there—homeless in Denver, bouncing between the streets, shelters, and temporary rooms, just trying to survive addiction and instability one day at a time.

He grew up in a single-parent home with real opportunity in front of him, but mental health struggles and untreated pain pushed him toward drugs and alcohol as a way to cope with insecurity, shame, and low self-worth. That path led him through years of addiction, detoxes, treatment centers, incarceration, and long stretches of homelessness where hope felt almost gone.

At one point, Johnny put together four years of sobriety while still running from felony probation. Eventually, it caught up to him, and he went back to prison. Inside, he got pulled into prison culture and everything that comes with it. When he got out on parole, he tried to rebuild—but within a year, he relapsed and ended up back in prison again.

That second time changed everything.

In that space, Johnny reconnected with his faith, started doing real internal work, and began facing the trauma he had been running from his whole life. He rebuilt his identity from the ground up, learned how to take responsibility without self-destruction, and slowly started to see his own worth again.

Today, Johnny is a Certified Peer and Family Specialist who uses his lived experience to walk with others in recovery—not above them, not separate from them, but right alongside them. He shows up honestly, shares his story openly, and proves through action that change is possible even after everything falls apart.

His mission is simple: help people reclaim their power, remember their value, and build a life they don’t feel the need to escape from anymore.

Hope Dealers exists because Johnny believes nobody should have to do this alone—and that even at your lowest point, hope is still real.

And at the end of the day, it all comes back to one thing—we came back for our people.

Meet Kierra Duran, RHP, E-RYT,Founder of Sacred Ascension and Rooted Winds

Kierra Duran is the holistic health and wellness coordinator and facilitator at Hope Dealers.

For more than 16 years, Kierra has dedicated her life to helping people heal through Holistic practices, life and business coaching, yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, energy work, women’s facilitation, nervous system regulation, holistic wellness, and Indigenous-informed perspectives that honor our relationship with one another, the natural world, and the sacredness of being human.

But her greatest teacher has been life itself.

Kierra knows what it means to lose herself. She knows the isolation, shame, and grief that addiction can create because she has walked through her own recovery journey. She also carries the profound grief of losing her brother to an overdose, an experience that forever changed the direction of her life and deepened her commitment to serving others.

Those experiences taught her something she believes with all her heart: healing was never meant to happen alone.

At Hope Dealers, Kierra believes recovery is about far more than sobriety. It is about remembering who you are beneath the pain. It is about rebuilding trust with yourself and others. It is about finding meaning after loss, rediscovering your purpose, and learning that even after unimaginable heartbreak, life can become beautiful again.

Her work is grounded in the understanding that every person carries an innate capacity to heal when they are met with safety, compassion, honest support, and community. Whether she is facilitating a women’s circle, teaching yoga, holding space through sound healing, coaching someone through life’s hardest seasons, or walking alongside individuals in recovery, her intention is always the same: to remind people that they are not broken, they are not beyond hope, and they do not have to carry their burdens alone.

Kierra believes we have a responsibility to one another. Healing is not only an individual journey—it is a collective one. When one person heals, families heal. Communities heal. Future generations heal.

That is the heart of Hope Dealers.

We are not here to rescue people. We are here to walk beside them. To remind them of their strength when they cannot see it for themselves. To hold hope until they can hold it on their own. Because recovery is possible, resilience lives within every human being, and no one should have to find their way home alone.

Meet Danita

Danita is a Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS), formerly known as a CAC III. Having walked her own path of recovery, she deeply believes that healing is rooted in fresh starts, a strong foundation, and the ability to find joy in life’s simple moments.

Danita began her career in service as a juvenile counselor. She later spent several years with the Department of Corrections (DOC), working within therapeutic communities and substance use treatment programs. Throughout her career, she has valued the meaningful experiences, lasting relationships, and strong team environments that have shaped her professional journey. With lived experience in substance use and recovery, Danita has also formed profound connections with individuals she once never imagined she would know, many of whom have become like family.

Outside of work, Danita enjoys planning her next travel adventure or road trip, or simply spending relaxed, meaningful time with her children.

Danita is honored to support participants as they work toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. She leads the Hope Dealers Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program with compassion, experience, and a steadfast belief that everyone deserves the opportunity for a fresh start.

Meet Buck

David "Buck" Roebuck was born in Denver and raised in Pueblo, Colorado. His life journey has been marked by significant challenges, including more than two decades of active addiction and nearly 20 years of incarceration that began in his youth. These experiences gave David a deep understanding of the obstacles individuals face while battling addiction, navigating the justice system, and rebuilding their lives after hardship. Rather than allowing his past to define him, he has used those experiences to fuel his commitment to growth, recovery, and helping others find hope.

Since February 13, 2024, David has remained dedicated to his recovery and to creating a new future built on honesty, accountability, and purpose. Every day, he continues to strengthen his sobriety while striving to become the best version of himself.

David chose to work in recovery support because he wants to be someone his son can look up to and to make a lasting, positive impact in the lives of others facing similar struggles. He is passionate about walking alongside individuals on their recovery journey, offering encouragement, understanding, and practical support as they work toward lasting change. Drawing from his own lived experience, David is able to connect with people in a genuine and meaningful way, reminding them that recovery is possible and that no matter how difficult the past may have been, a brighter future can be built.

For David, recovery support is more than a career—it is a calling. It is an opportunity to serve others, inspire hope, and continue growing into the man he is committed to becoming while helping others discover that transformation is possible.

Courtney Anadon | QBHA & Peer Recovery Coach

Courtney Anadon is a Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant (QBHA), experienced Peer Recovery Coach, and woman in long-term recovery who brings both professional knowledge and lived experience to the people she serves.

Courtney’s recovery journey began more than nine years ago when she made the decision to step away from substance use and rebuild her life. Active addiction brought significant loss, including losing custody of her children. For Courtney, recovery became about far more than sobriety. It became about healing, rebuilding trust, breaking generational cycles, and becoming the present and dependable mother she knew she could be. Today, she is a full-time mother and living proof that recovery and restoration are possible.

Courtney has experience providing peer support, behavioral health services, life-skills development, group facilitation, coaching, and individualized support. She believes in meeting people where they are, recognizing their strengths, and helping them understand that their past does not have to determine their future.

Her understanding of recovery also reaches beyond drugs and alcohol. Courtney’s own healing has included overcoming abusive relationships, childhood and sexual trauma, unhealthy patterns surrounding food and body image, and cycles that once felt impossible to break. She continues doing that work herself by reflecting, challenging unhealthy patterns, shedding old layers, and intentionally becoming a healthier version of herself.

That journey shapes how Courtney supports others. She leads with understanding rather than judgment, while bringing accountability, compassion, and hope into her work.

Courtney believes deeply that recovery is possible, healing is possible, and cycles can be broken. No matter how much has been lost or how far away a different life may feel, there is always an opportunity to begin rebuilding.

“I am grateful to be here, grateful for the life recovery has given me, and honored to have the opportunity to walk alongside others as they discover what recovery can look like in their own lives.

CJ is a certified peer and family specialist who uses both professional training and lived experience to support individuals in recovery. Having overcome substance abuse, incarceration, and instability in his own life, he understands the challenges involved in rebuilding and creating lasting change. He is passionate about helping others recognize their strenghts, overcome barriers and develop practical life skills and build a recovery path that feels achievable and sustainable.

About Hope Dealers

Recovery. Community. Purpose. Hope.

There comes a moment when a person stands at a crossroads. Behind them may be years of addiction, pain, broken trust, lost opportunities, and the weight of believing life can never be different. Ahead lies uncertainty—but also possibility. The decision to choose recovery is one of the most courageous choices a person can make. It requires strength to ask for help, humility to accept support, and determination to keep moving forward one day at a time. At Hope Dealers, we exist to walk alongside individuals during that transformation. We provide more than a place to live—we provide a community where people can rebuild their lives, rediscover their worth, develop healthy habits, and create a future they once thought was impossible. Here, recovery is not simply about overcoming addiction; it is about becoming the person you were always meant to be.

Founded by individuals who understand the challenges and triumphs of recovery firsthand, Hope Dealers was created to provide safe, structured, and supportive sober living environments where individuals can heal, grow, and thrive. Our homes are designed to bridge the gap between treatment and independent living, offering residents the accountability, stability, and community needed to build a strong foundation for long-term recovery.

We recognize that addiction affects every aspect of a person's life. That is why our approach extends beyond simply providing housing. Through peer support, recovery-focused programming, life skills development, mentorship, and community connection, we empower residents to create meaningful and sustainable change.

Our Mission

Our mission is to inspire transformation by providing safe recovery housing, supportive community, and opportunities for personal growth. We are committed to helping individuals overcome barriers, rediscover their potential, and build lives rooted in integrity, responsibility, and hope.

What Makes Hope Dealers Different

At Hope Dealers, we are more than sober living homes—we are a recovery community.

Our homes are built on the belief that healing happens through connection. Residents become part of a network of individuals who are committed to supporting one another, celebrating progress, and navigating challenges together.

Recovery-Centered Living

Every Hope Dealers home promotes an environment that supports sobriety, accountability, and personal growth. Residents are encouraged to actively participate in their recovery journey while developing healthy routines and habits.

Community and Belonging

Recovery can feel isolating, but no one should have to do it alone. Our residents become part of a community where mutual respect, encouragement, and shared experiences foster lasting connections.

Accountability and Responsibility

We believe accountability is essential to long-term success. Through house expectations, peer support, and personal responsibility, residents learn to build trust in themselves and others.

Life Beyond Recovery

Recovery is not just about what you leave behind—it is about what you build moving forward. We support residents in pursuing employment, education, financial stability, healthy relationships, and personal goals that contribute to a fulfilling life.

Peer-Led Support

Many members of our team have walked the path of recovery themselves. This lived experience creates authentic understanding, compassion, and mentorship that helps residents feel seen, supported, and inspired.

Our Vision

We envision a future where every individual seeking recovery has access to safe housing, supportive community, and opportunities to thrive. Through recovery housing, peer support, and community engagement, Hope Dealers strives to create lasting change—not only for the individuals we serve, but for families and communities as a whole.

Because recovery is possible. Healing is possible. Hope is possible.