Our Team

Julie Hooker, MS, LADC

CEO/Director of Treatment Services

Julie brings with her years of experience in the field of substance use and recovery. She received education for licensing in alcohol and drug counseling (LADC) through Minneapolis Community and Technical College and went on to obtain a bachelor's in Human Services at Metropolitan State University. She earned her master's degree in Social and Community Services at Capella University.

Julie is a native Minnesotan and understands the issues facing our homeless and substance using populations. As the owner and director of Parity Wellness, Julie brings this wealth of knowledge and experience to implement a client-centered approach, focusing on substance use, and mental health issues. By utilizing best practices and a collaborative relationship with the clients, Julie hopes to promote wellness through a continuum of care model that supports the stages of change and creates a positive relationship with the client throughout their journey of recovery.