Meet Our Team
Rosie's Recovery Center is built on the belief that the right people make all the difference. Our clinicians, counselors, and support staff bring expertise, lived experience, and genuine compassion to every client interaction — because recovery is personal, and so is the care we provide.
Guided by Compassion. Driven by Purpose.
Every member of our team shares a deep commitment to the people we serve. Many of us have been touched by mental illness or addiction — in our own lives or in the lives of those we love. That personal connection shapes how we show up every day: with empathy, without judgment, and with an unwavering belief that recovery is possible for everyone.
What We Bring to Every Interaction
Clinical Excellence
Our clinicians hold advanced degrees and licensure in their fields, and pursue ongoing training to stay at the forefront of evidence-based behavioral health practice.
Lived Experience
Many of our staff members bring personal experience with mental health or addiction recovery — a perspective that deepens empathy and strengthens the therapeutic relationship.
Cultural Humility
We are committed to providing culturally responsive care that honors the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences of every person we serve.
Collaborative Care
We work as an integrated team — therapists, psychiatrists, case managers, and peer specialists — to ensure every client receives coordinated, whole-person support.
Yolanda Hayes
CEO & Founder
ADT · Rosie's Recovery Center
"Turning pain into purpose — one life at a time."
Yolanda's story is one of immense strength and resilience. Despite the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Linda Rose, to addiction, she has turned her pain into purpose by creating Rosie's Recovery Center. Together with her husband, Courtney Hayes, Yolanda has built a place where individuals struggling with addiction can find hope, support, and healing.
Her faith in God continues to inspire her to provide compassionate care to others, transforming her grief into a mission to help others find a better life. Rosie's Recovery Center stands as a tribute to her daughter and a beacon of hope for all who walk through its doors.
Education & Credentials
ADT Certification
Alcohol & Drug Treatment
Bachelor of Social Work (In Progress)
Pursuing BSW degree
Core Values
Kwansma Rodriguez
Rehabilitation Specialist
CPRP · CFRP
"Meeting clients where they are — and walking with them toward where they want to be."
Kwansma Rodriguez is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) and Certified Family Rehabilitation Practitioner (CFRP) with over four years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in behavioral health and community-based settings.
Her clinical approach is person-centered, holistic, compassionate, and goal-oriented. She focuses on meeting clients where they are while helping them build confidence, stability, and practical coping skills — creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their recovery journey.
Areas of Specialization
Populations Served
Credentials
CPRP — Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner
CFRP — Certified Family Rehabilitation Practitioner
4+ Years Clinical Experience
Behavioral health & community-based settings
Aissatou "Ayesha" Diallo, LGPC
Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor
🌍Fulani, French & English
"Healing is not one-size-fits-all. I always aim to meet people where they are — with curiosity, care, and respect."
Born in Guinea, West Africa and raised in the U.S., Ayesha brings a deeply personal understanding of cultural identity, belonging, and resilience to her clinical work. She is especially passionate about supporting foster youth, children, teens, and families navigating trauma, loss, and life transitions — creating a space where every client feels safe, seen, and empowered to reclaim their story.
Outside the therapy room, Ayesha values family time, self-care, and crocheting — a practice she says reminds her to slow down, be present, and breathe. It's something she tries to pass on to her clients, too.
Areas of Focus
Therapeutic Approaches
Education
BS in Psychology
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
MS in Marriage & Family Therapy / Clinical LPCC
Touro University Worldwide
Vivien
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LCSW-C · MD Board-Approved Supervisor
"Empowering clients to explore solutions and celebrate their unique journeys to well-being."
Vivien is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C), Maryland board-approved social work supervisor, dedicated psychotherapist, and lifelong student of the human experience. She is a distinguished member of the Substance Use Disorders & Interventions Fellowship (SUDIF) at the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
Utilizing a grounded, intuitive, and evidence-based approach, she integrates EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic approaches in a collaborative and client-centered therapy process. Her therapeutic style fosters a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to explore solutions and celebrate their unique journeys to well-being.
Areas of Focus
Therapeutic Approaches
Credentials
LCSW-C — Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Maryland)
MD Board-Approved Social Work Supervisor
SUDIF Fellow — University of Maryland, Baltimore
Substance Use Disorders & Interventions Fellowship
Lauren Gabriel
Licensed Master Social Worker
LMSW · Children & Families Specialist
"Over 25 years of dedicated service to children, families, and communities."
Lauren Gabriel, LMSW, received her Bachelor's degree in Human Services in 1995 and her Master's degree in Social Work in 1997. With over 25 years of experience working with children and families, Lauren brings deep expertise and genuine compassion to every client relationship.
Lauren currently serves as a school social worker for Baltimore County Public Schools full time, where she supports students and families navigating complex social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Her extensive background in child and family services makes her a trusted and experienced member of our clinical team.
Areas of Focus
Education
Credentials & Experience
LMSW — Licensed Master Social Worker
25+ Years Working with Children & Families
School Social Worker — Baltimore County Public Schools
Supporting students and families with social, emotional & behavioral needs
Our Clinical & Support Teams
Clinical Therapy Team
Licensed therapists and counselors providing individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and diagnostic assessments across all of our COMAR-regulated programs.
Psychiatric Services
Board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners providing medication management, psychiatric evaluations, and MAT services.
Rehabilitation Specialists
Certified psychiatric rehabilitation practitioners supporting PRP participants with independent living skills, community integration, and employment readiness.
Peer Support Specialists
Individuals with lived experience in mental health or addiction recovery who provide mentorship, advocacy, and hope to clients navigating their own recovery journeys.
Employment Specialists
IPS-trained employment specialists dedicated to helping clients find, obtain, and maintain meaningful competitive employment as part of their recovery.
Care Coordination & Administration
Our intake coordinators, case managers, and administrative team ensure every client has a smooth, supported experience from first contact through ongoing care.
We're Hiring — Join Our Team
Rosie's Recovery Center is growing, and we're looking for passionate, mission-driven professionals to join us. If you believe in the power of recovery and want to make a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
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Don't see your role? Send us your resume — we're always looking for great people.
Credentialed, Compliant & Accountable
Every clinician and staff member at Rosie's Recovery Center holds the credentials, licensure, and training required by Maryland COMAR 10.63 regulations and Joint Commission accreditation standards. We maintain rigorous documentation, ongoing supervision, and continuous quality improvement to ensure the highest standard of care for every client we serve.
Ready to Start Your Recovery Journey?
Our team is here and ready to help. Call us today or fill out our contact form to schedule an intake appointment.