Every woman who walks through our doors is met with dignity, grace, and a genuine belief in her ability to heal.
Simply Grace Recovery was founded in 2011 by a woman who understood firsthand how important it is to have a safe place, strong support, and a community that believes in you while building a life in recovery.
What began with one home has grown into multiple sober living homes across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, a thrift store that helps fund our mission and provides residents with opportunities to gain work experience, and a growing community of alumni who continue showing up for the women coming behind them.
As a nonprofit, everything we do comes back to the same purpose: keeping recovery housing affordable, keeping our homes open, and making sure the next woman who reaches out has somewhere safe to turn.
Simply Grace provides women in recovery with a safe, supportive place to rebuild their lives, strengthen their foundation, and move toward lasting recovery with hope, connection, and community.
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about Simply Grace Recovery, want to learn more about our programs, or are looking for a way to get involved, call 214.774.9808 or email info@simplygracehouse.com.
You can also follow us on Instagram to stay connected, see what’s happening in our community, and learn more about the women and our mission. @simplygracerecovery
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the mental health treatment field, Amber stands as a compassionate and accomplished leader in the realm of healing and recovery. Holding dual licensures as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), as well as being an EMDR therapist, Amber embodies a comprehensive approach to mental health and addiction recovery.
She earned a master’s degree from the University of North Texas (UNT) and is currently on the path to completing a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, further showcasing their unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth.
Throughout Amber’s career, she has have played pivotal roles in the creation and development of numerous programs. Her leadership has extended across multiple departments, including clinical, medical, and recovery advocacy, where she has demonstrated an exceptional ability to nurture teamwork and foster innovative strategies, systems processes and human capital.
However, what truly distinguishes Amber is her personal journey of overcoming addiction. With over 18 years of continuous sobriety, Amber intimately understands the challenges and the rewards of long-term recovery. This firsthand experience fuels her unwavering passion for helping those in the throes of addiction, guiding them toward a life of hope, resilience, and triumph.
As Simply Grace’s newest Board of Directors she will undoubtedly serve as an inspiring and invaluable member of the board, channeling her expertise, wisdom, and relentless dedication to enhance the lives of individuals seeking a path out of addiction.
Board Member – Treasurer
Reagan Dixon is a strategically focused executive and serial entrepreneur with a career spanning over three decades in high-tech leadership, strategy consulting, and real estate finance. As a founder, he has led companies from start-up to over $150M in revenue, earning recognition as an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist. His background includes high-level strategy and planning roles at McKinsey & Company and Compaq, as well as extensive experience in debt and equity structuring within the real estate finance sector.
Reagan holds a Juris Doctorate and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin, a BBA in Finance and Economics from Baylor University, has passed all 4 parts of the CPA exam and is a licensed member of the State Bar of Texas.
Beyond his professional life, Reagan is deeply committed to the North Texas community. He has spent nearly two decades in leadership roles focused on marriage and family advocacy, including 16 years as a Board Member for Sky Ranch. Having seen firsthand the devastating impacts addiction can have on individuals and their families, Reagan is personally motivated to help Simply Grace provide the critical support and structure necessary for long-term recovery.
Reagan has been married to his wife, Christie, for 33 years. They are proud parents of four children: three who have graduated college and begun their careers, and one currently in high school.
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Mary has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. Her most recent role was Senior Vice President and Head of Fund Operations at Fidelity Investments. Fidelity Investments is a leading provider of investment management, retirement planning, portfolio guidance, brokerage, and other financial products and services to institutions, financial intermediaries, and individuals.
During her time at Fidelity, Mary held numerous roles managing large operational teams in multiple locations. Her focus has been on creating top-performing teams with a focus on diversity and inclusion, resolving complex issues, and creating collaborative relationships. Prior to working at Fidelity, she was an executive director at JPMorgan. Additional roles held at JPMorgan included manager of a reconciliation team, as well as Vice President of Operational Risk Management.
Throughout her career, Mary engaged in various volunteer opportunities mentoring women to reach their full potential. She retired in 2022 and continues her interest to support the success of women.
Ms. Relihan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Lawrence University.
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A south Texas native, David is an entrepreneur who primarily engages in real estate, agriculture, and oil and gas investments; however, he also has a strong passion for addiction recovery. David started in the recovery business in 1993, and in 1999 he founded Burning Tree Ranch. Burning Tree continues to effectively serve clients suffering from habitual relapses. David remains an active part of the recovery community by supporting several addiction-based organizations, and by launching Burning Tree Foundation, his own non-profit organization.
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Eric is currently the National Outreach & Family Liaison with Burning Tree programs assisting Families, Loved Ones, & Professionals on the path of FREEDOM. He was previously a family support/referral specialist at Vista Taos Renewal Center. He is also currently a membership committee member at the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers NAATP. Eric has been in recovery since July 21, 2005, and enjoys flying airplanes in his spare time.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS – PRESIDENT
Murray Covens had a long background in financial and accounting corporate management before starting a fundraising company for nonprofit organizations 14 years ago. He has been involved in the nonprofit community for more than 30 years as a board member, volunteer, and consultant. Murray has served on the board of directors for many Dallas-area nonprofit organizations, and is a former partner with Social Venture Partners Dallas. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Houston, and was formerly a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Management Accountant.
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Virginia L. Whitlock-Obstanzazona, Ph.D., the last of 14 children currently resides in Mansfield, Texas. Virginia serves as head of merger and acquisition for Intuit and a part-time Adjunct Professor at UNT’s School of Business. In her free time, she enjoys reading and supporting women getting their lives back on track, spending time with her family and friends, working in the yard, writing, and rap karaoke. Virginia’s dream is to own a working farm outside of Dallas, she’s a servant leader focused on helping people, especially women. Virginia is a very strategic thinker and a massive believer in business, both profit and non-profit organizations, putting people in positions that make them shine. She loves to have conversations with people about what is next for them. Virginia’s leadership style encourages, inspires, and motivates employees to innovate.
Board Member
Stephanie Martinez is a passionate advocate for recovery and women’s empowerment, bringing both lived experience and professional dedication to her role as a board member of Simply Grace. As a woman in long-term recovery, Stephanie is deeply committed to helping others find hope, healing, and lasting transformation.
With a professional background in behavioral health outreach and experience in the nonprofit sector, Stephanie has spent her career connecting individuals and communities to meaningful resources and support. She is known for her heart-driven approach, strong relationship-building skills, and unwavering belief that recovery is possible for everyone.
Stephanie has been a longtime supporter of Simply Grace and its mission to provide safe, supportive environments for women rebuilding their lives. She is honored to serve on the board and contribute her voice, experience, and passion to helping more women access the care and community they deserve.
Board Member
Sylvia Hubbard brings extensive experience in behavioral health outreach, strategic partnerships, and business development, with a career spanning nearly two decades in the recovery and mental health field. She is also the co-founder of the DFW Behavioral Health Symposium, where she has helped connect professionals, resources, and educational opportunities across North Texas. Sylvia is known for her ability to build trusted relationships, think strategically, and bring people together in ways that create real impact.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Director of Admissions & Programming
As the Director of Admissions & Programming at Simply Grace Recovery, I am privileged to be the first point of contact for women ready to reclaim their lives from substance use disorders and alcoholism. I oversee our intake and admissions process, ensuring that every woman who walks through our doors feels welcomed, heard, and matched with the structured care she needs to succeed. Additionally, I manage our sober living homes’ leadership teams and day-to-day programming.
As a woman in long-term sobriety and an alumna of Simply Grace myself, having managed a few of their locations for over 2 years, I am deeply passionate about the work we do here. My ultimate goals are to make the transition into recovery as seamless and supportive as possible. As well as remove as many barriers as I can to assist every woman we help become fully prepared for her future when she graduates from our program.