Alexis Baez
MBA, Executive Director
Hi, my name is Alexis Baez, and I am the executive director at Gemini Recovery Centers. I was raised in the Bronx, NY, and moved to Pennsylvania in 2001 to pursue a bachelor’s degree in psychology and philosophy from Kings College. Upon graduation, I worked in the field of behavioral health, and in 2011, I received an MBA from Wilkes University.
I have always had a passion for helping people and believe we are all connected in some way and are given different gifts. I truly feel blessed and want to help others flourish in this world. Besides being a mother, there is no better feeling!
In my free time, I enjoy knitting, gardening, snowboarding, and binge-watching I Love Lucy.
My hope is Gemini Recovery Centers will help guide others to find their purpose and discover true peace through self-love.
Favorite Quote: In the words of Theodore Roosevelt, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” Be your own person and know your path was designed just for you!
Vincent L. Carolan
LCSW, Clinical Director
Vincent L. Carolan is a professionally licensed Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor, and Certified Addictions Specialist. Vince earned a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, University of the State of New York in 1993 and completed Graduate Studies at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ, earning his Master of Social Work Degree in 1998. Vince is the father of two adult children and resides in Dallas, PA.
Vince began his behavioral health career in 1990 working with substance abusing juveniles at Clear Brook Lodge Residential Treatment Program in Shickshinny, PA. In 1993, Vince took a Clinical Supervisor position in Casa Grande, Arizona working with juvenile and adult gang members in the Arizona correctional system. In 1995, Vince took a position in Phoenix, Arizona as Program Director for Arizona Health Care Contract Management Services working with substance abuse and mental health issues in juvenile and adult prisons.
In 1997, Vince was hired by the Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts facilitating criminal justice treatment programs for the Juvenile Justice Division and was promoted to Program Manager in the Adult Probation Services Division supporting substance use legislation and the introduction of evidence-based treatment modalities and methodologies. Between 1998-2000, Vince served as the Court’s Gubernatorial Consultant and Liaison to the Arizona Governor’s Office developing Specialty mental health and substance use treatment courts as well as development of comorbidity identification services and treatment programs in the state probation system.
In 2000, Vince returned to Pennsylvania to become the Clinical Director of Clear Brook Manor Residential Treatment Program in Wilkes-Barre, PA. In 2006, Vince accepted the position of Clinical Director for A Better Today, Inc. Out-Patient Treatment Services in four Northeastern Pennsylvania Counties based out of Scranton, PA.
In 2013, Vince began performing forensic evaluations and testimony for Northeast Pennsylvania County Courts leading to his own Private Practice providing program development consultation and Individual Therapy through his independent practice, Vincent L. Carolan, LCSW.
In March 2024, Vince accepted the position of Clinical Director for Gemini Treatment Services, Scranton, PA. Currently, Vince is helping Gemini in developing cutting edge Best Practice applications and Evidence Based Treatment methodologies.
Steven Lopashanski
Director of Business Development
Hi, my name is Steven Lopashanski, and I am the Director of Business Development at Gemini Recovery Centers. I was born and raised in Berwick PA. I attended King’s College and received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
Upon graduation I was approached by a local High School Principal and offered a position working with adolescents. That opportunity made me realize the passion I have for helping others. I provided adolescent substance abuse counseling for 7 years. In 2014 I transitioned into a business development role and have enjoyed helping people navigate treatment options and find the path to success.
In my free time, I enjoy golfing, archery, and spending time with my wife, our saint berdoodle Klaus, and my family.
I am excited to be a part of Gemini Recovery Centers and help it flourish into a space of heeling and hope within the community.
