David Johnson is a respected leader in the behavioral health field, with over 25 years of experience as an owner, operator, and senior executive in addiction treatment and mental health services. He is widely recognized as an industry expert and is a sought-after national speaker on addiction treatment and recovery.
As the founder of a leading behavioral health consulting firm, David has guided private and institutional investors through mergers and acquisitions totaling over $200 million. He has conducted due diligence on more than 75 deals and developed operational and market strategies that improve financial performance and treatment center efficiency.
Earlier in his career, David owned and operated San Cristobal Treatment Center near Taos, New Mexico, where he integrated traditional 12-step modalities with outdoor experiential therapy in a long-term recovery program. His leadership ultimately led to the successful sale of the center in 2011.
David shares his insights on addiction treatment based on decades of professional experience and his own personal recovery journey, which began in 1996. He continues to champion recovery-focused care, operational excellence, and innovation across the industry.