Justin Nielson
Executive Director
Justin Nielson is the Executive Director of White River Academy and Mountain Valley Recovery, where he leads programs focused on therapeutic support, structure, and life-skills development.
He has served White River Academy since 2002 and Mountain Valley Recovery since 2021, drawing on extensive experience in residential treatment and program administration.
Justin is committed to creating environments that emphasize accountability, personal growth, and practical skill-building. His work reflects a hands-on approach to helping individuals develop stability, confidence, and a clearer path forward.
His hobbies include spending time with family, hunting, fishing, and enjoying God’s Country outdoors. He and his wife, Jennifer, have three boys who are all adults now, and they are hoping for grandchildren soon.
Why Men and Families Trust Mountain Valley Recovery
Our mission is to provide long-term recovery to individuals whose lives are afflicted by addiction such as drugs and alcohol, failure to launch, gaming, internet addiction, pornography, etc…. By offering the latest in evidence-based clinical care combined with real-life success stories and professionally licensed knowledge, they will awaken new self-worth and confidence in themselves to start them on the path of reaching their full potential and aspiring to be the best in all they do as they learn to live a life free from the burden of addiction.
Our Approach to Addiction Treatment for Men
At Mountain Valley Recovery, treatment begins by addressing addiction and co-occurring mental health issues through evidence-based therapies and licensed clinical care.