Located in North Austin, just 20 minutes from downtown, Cenikor Austin is a place where people come for real support, hope, and lasting recovery.
Clients begin their journey with inpatient detox or residential treatment and then continue in aftercare, guided by a recovery coach for up to two years. This hands-on support helps clients build the skills, routines, and confidence they need for long-term sobriety.
Our Austin team of 40+ staff members is dedicated to helping clients through the early stages of recovery. The center is supported by a Medical Director, Nurse Practitioner, and 24/7 nursing staff, while our clinical team—made up of Master’s-level clinicians—specializes in treating substance use disorders with evidence-based approaches.
Cenikor Austin is built for people who need a second chance at recovery. Reach out today to learn how our team can help you or a loved one take the next step toward a healthier, sober life.
Crystal Aguilar is a dedicated professional with a deep commitment to substance abuse treatment and recovery. She began her career as a licensed LCDC and was promoted to Compliance Manager at Charlie’s Place. Following the acquisition of Charlie’s Place by Cenikor in October 2018, Crystal joined the Cenikor Family as Compliance Supervisor.
She later transitioned into the role of Process & Performance Improvement Supervisor/Compliance Supervisor before being promoted to Facility Director for the Corpus Christi facility. Currently, Crystal serves as the Senior Regional Director, overseeing operations for both the Austin and Corpus Christi Cenikor facilities.
Lindsay Smith is an accomplished behavioral health leader with ten years of experience in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and mental health services. Currently serving as a Regional Director of an inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation program, Lindsay has built a career grounded in ethical leadership, community collaboration, and client-centered care.
Beginning their professional journey as a part-time behavioral health technician while pursuing higher education, Lindsay steadily advanced through clinical and leadership roles, earning licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor intern in 2016 and becoming a licensed (LCDC) in 2019. Their academic background includes multiple associate degrees in Mental Health Substance Abuse, Youth Counseling, Social Work, and General Academics, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in Addictions, completed in 2024.
Jason McLemore brings both professional expertise and lived experience to his role as Facility Director of Cenikor’s Austin location. He began his journey with the organization in February 2022 as a part‑time Behavioral Health Technician, where he discovered a deep passion for supporting individuals in recovery. Guided by a strong belief in Cenikor’s mission and a commitment to service, Jason advanced through a series of leadership roles including Client Outreach Manager, Senior Manager, and Director of Aftercare Programs. Through these formative leadership experiences, he developed a comprehensive understanding of treatment operations, staff development, and the complex challenges faced by clients working toward lasting recovery.
Jason’s commitment to recovery is deeply personal. After struggling with addiction for more than a decade, he understands firsthand the courage it takes to ask for help and the importance of compassionate, high‑quality care. This lived experience fuels his drive to excel in the behavioral health field and to create environments where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to heal. He strives to be a transformational leader, practicing empathy, modeling integrity and accountability, and embedding trauma‑informed principles into both clinical care and workplace culture.
