Our Mission
Community Is Our Method
Ethos Structured Sober Living is a thriving community of men in recovery, situated in the heart of West Los Angeles. Our purpose is to facilitate long-term sobriety by fostering accountability, camaraderie, and character development. We achieve this by providing a supportive environment where residents work together to reinforce positive lifestyle changes through peer feedback, adventure, and unwavering support. Our mission is to empower individuals to reclaim their lives and live to their fullest potential by fostering a culture of positivity, personal growth, and lasting recovery.
A SOBER COMMUNITY
WHERE WE ARE OUR BROTHER’S KEEPER
Ethos house members attend nightly dinners together, as a family, and a weekly Unity house meeting to discuss any issues that come up with members of the house. All house members actively work a 12-step program with their sponsors, participate in outside meetings, and take part in a weekly house outings of their choice. Consequently, this creates an environment that promotes cohesive unity, accountability and brotherhood between house members that enables them to walk through the trials and tribulations that accompany new found sobriety. At Ethos, we set the standard high and truly understand what it means to be our brother’s keeper.
Meet Our Team
All staff members at Ethos Recovery are proud graduates of the program, and they understand firsthand the challenges of navigating mental health and substance abuse issues. Their personal experiences give them a unique perspective and empathy, allowing them to provide support and guidance to those walking the same path.
Chris Howard, CADC-III, CCMI-M
Initially, Chris was not focused on embracing long-term sobriety; he simply wanted a better life than the day-to-day struggle of active addiction. However, after roughly six months of staying clean and sober, he discovered a newfound sense of purpose in giving back to the community, and this transformed his life. He found tremendous benefit in a highly structured sober living environment and utilized it to change his life in monumental ways.
Chris continued his mission in recovery as a Director of a prominent sober living house in 2010. Here, he learned the importance of long-term mentorship and the power of community support in helping individuals regain their integrity, responsibility, and joy in sobriety. He went back to school, earning a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA in 2013 and volunteering at a social justice research lab at UCLA to better understand the dynamics of social change.
Today, Chris serves as a mentor and counselor at Ethos Recovery, utilizing his personal and professional experience to support young men on their journey to recovery. He is a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC- III) and a Certified Case Manager Interventionist (CCMI) committed to helping individuals and their families thrive in long-term recovery.
Shaun Young, CCMI
In 2019, Shaun found renewed hope and stability through his experience at Ethos Recovery. He credits the structured environment and regular exercise with helping him to maintain his sobriety and restore his mental and physical health. In addition to his work as a CCMI, Shaun is passionate about surfing, photography, and art. He finds these activities to be therapeutic and restorative, helping him to stay grounded and connected to his inner self. He also continues to invest in his education and personal growth, believing that ongoing learning and development are essential for supporting others in their recovery journeys. Shaun is a dedicated advocate for recovery and hopes to inspire others to discover the transformative power of healing and self-discovery.
Michael ‘Tuck’ Richardson
In a pivotal moment, Tuck found Ethos Recovery, where he was able to establish a solid foundation for his recovery and his life. The structured environment and supportive community helped him work the 12-steps with renewed earnestness, challenging himself to persevere through physical, emotional, and mental struggles. By taking accountability for his actions and learning to be a good member of society, he discovered the value of life, leadership, interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
As he progressed through the program, Tuck realized that he could not have achieved his recovery alone and that the support of his peers was vital to his success. Today, he credits Ethos and the 12-steps for his life-changing transformation, and he is committed to helping other men achieve the same.
Now a proud graduate of the program, Tuck works for Ethos, eager to share his experience and help others pursue the life they deserve.
Logan Olson
Despite the warnings of his parents, Logan tried drugs for the first time in his sophomore year of high school. He quickly developed a substance abuse problem that impacted his relationships, hobbies, and education.
After graduating high school, Logan’s addiction had spiraled out of control, and he needed serious help. His parents sent him to a 90-day wilderness therapy program in Oregon, where he discovered a growing interest in nature and adventure. Following his time in wilderness therapy, Logan entered Ethos Recovery, where he gained a deeper understanding of his addiction and learned more about himself.
At Ethos, Logan developed tools to manage his depression and anxiety in a healthy way, and he grew as a person through self-care and community support. Since graduating from Ethos, Logan has maintained his sobriety, living with other program graduates, and helping others on their recovery journeys. He has returned to school, holding down two jobs and pursuing new hobbies. His relationships continue to improve each day, and he is grateful for the life he has built in recovery.
