About Enlightened Recovery

Charles E. Meusburger, MD, is a graduate of the University of Rome Medical School, and he completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He is a Board Certified Diplomat of Neurology and Psychiatry, and has been a practicing psychiatrist for more than 25 years. A former Department Chairman of Psychiatry, Residency Director and Medical Director for Behavioral Health Services in a large health system, Dr. Meusburger is an independent practitioner specializing in adult and adolescent psychiatry. He takes pride in providing his patients full 60-minute sessions in order to best understand their unique behavioral health needs and individual goals. He is distinguished among his patients for delivering superior clinical skills in a caring, compassionate, and deeply sensitive manner. Though Dr. Meusburger has a thriving private practice, he also serves as the psychiatrist for a community mental health program that cares for homeless individuals with intellectual and behavioral disabilities. Dr. Meusburger is a speaker on many topics and a published author of numerous articles on behavioral health conditions and management.

As Chief Clinical Officer at Enlightened Recovery, Matthew diligently collaborates with clinical supervisors across all locations to consistently deliver, assess, and enhance every aspect of the client experience.

Matthew’s profound passion for the recovery community was ignited after seeking help for his own personal struggles during his youth. He began his career in 2009, focusing on early intervention strategies for adolescents and mastering the 12 core functions of substance abuse. During this period, Matthew earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (2009) and a Master’s Degree in Social Work (2011) from Rutgers University.

In his post-graduate career, Matthew transitioned to working with adult populations, addressing co-occurring clients and emphasizing the identification of underlying issues, such as unresolved trauma, that contribute to addiction. Since 2015, he has held various managerial positions in addiction treatment and served as an Adjunct Professor at Rutgers School of Social Work, teaching courses within the Addiction Counselor Training Program.

As a hands-on executive, Matthew collaborates closely with all departments to ensure comprehensive teamwork, allowing Enlightened Recovery to provide the best possible service to clients and their families.

Matthew holds licensure as a Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, as well as certification as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He is also nationally recognized as a Clinical Supervisor and Trauma Professional.

Jennifer is a highly skilled and compassionate Program Director at Enlightened Recovery, with a wealth of experience and training in the field of substance abuse and mental health disorders. With a caring and empathetic approach, Jennifer oversees the facility’s daily operations from both a clinical and administrative perspective.

She began her career in the substance abuse field in 2015, and has since gained extensive experience working with individuals and groups struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Jennifer completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work in 2018 and a Master in Social Work in 2019, both from Stockton University. She is a Licensed Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of New Jersey, with additional training in various therapeutic modalities.

Jennifer’s commitment to providing the best possible care to her clients has led her to pursue additional training in cutting-edge approaches to trauma therapy, including brain spotting, which has shown great success in treating a range of mental health disorders. She is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

However, Jennifer’s qualifications extend beyond her professional experience. She is also in long-term recovery from substance use, which provides her with a unique perspective and deep understanding of the struggle that clients face when seeking treatment. Jennifer’s personal journey has inspired her to help others who are also battling addiction and to create a supportive and compassionate environment for clients to heal.

Throughout her post-graduate career, Jennifer has worked in supervisory roles, assisting Clinical and Executive Directors in managing day-to-day operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to clients. Her dedication to her clients and staff, along with her extensive experience and training, make her a highly effective and compassionate Program Director.

At Enlightened Recovery, Jennifer is committed to providing individualized, evidence-based care to every client. She understands that addiction is a complex and deeply personal issue, and works tirelessly to provide individualized care to each client. With her unique combination of professional expertise and personal experience, Jennifer is a powerful asset to the Enlightened Recovery team.