In this powerful episode of Finding New Waters, B. Reeves sits down with Luke DeGrossi, CEO of Novara Recovery Center, to talk about how a single journal entry in a psychiatric hospital changed the course of his life. Luke shares his raw and honest journey through addiction, mental health, and long-term recovery—and how it all led him to build a treatment center designed to meet people where they are.
Luke opens up about what it means to be of service, how to honor the “window of recovery,” and why personal experience can be one of the greatest assets in leading others out of the darkness. Whether you’re in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just seeking hope—you’ll find it here.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Luke DeGrossi
01:10 – Luke’s first experience with treatment and the psych ward journal
03:45 – Why he kept going back to recovery, even after falling
06:20 – “What if you had all the money in the world?” and the Novara vision
09:00 – Learning to answer the call when the window of recovery opens
11:15 – How Novara aims to meet people where they are
14:00 – Service, humility, and the weight of the work
17:50 – Family support and the impact of healing together
20:10 – Mentorship, Villanova, and giving back
23:00 – What makes a treatment center truly supportive
26:30 – Final reflections and the future of Novara Recovery
Guest Bio:
Luke DeGrossi
CEO, Novara Recovery Center
Luke is the CEO of Novara Recovery Center, where he leads the company’s strategy and mission to make addiction treatment accessible and effective. With over a decade of personal sobriety and more than 10 years of leadership experience, Luke combines professional excellence with a deep, personal passion for recovery. He also serves as Chairman of the Board for Friends of Valence College Prep and sits on the Villanova School of Business Mentorship Advisory Board.
Resources Mentioned:
Novara Recovery Center: https://www.novararecoverycenter.com
Circle of Security Parenting: https://circleofsecurityinternational.com
📍 Learn more: https://www.novararecoverycenter.com
🔗 Connect with Luke on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukedegrossi/
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