Development
Zachary Wise
Trauma Recovery Advocate
About Zach
Zachary Wise is a Trauma Recovery Advocate and Mental Health Educator with eight years of experience in the treatment and recovery field. He brings a unique combination of professional expertise and lived experience, shaped by his own journey through trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges.
Zachary’s work centers on helping individuals heal from PTSD, anxiety, emotional trauma, and substance use disorders through compassionate, trauma-informed care.
Lived Experience and Recovery Journey
Originally from Portland, Oregon, Zachary entered treatment in Salt Lake City in October 2016, a decision that marked a pivotal turning point in his life. During treatment, he began addressing unresolved trauma, grief, loss, depression, anxiety, and PTSD connected to his past. Through this process, he discovered that healing was not only possible, but sustainable when supported by honesty, education, and connection. His recovery journey continues to inform the empathy and credibility he brings to his work today.
Work at Chateau Health and Wellness
Zachary joined the Chateau team in 2017 and has grown through multiple roles across the organization. Starting on the frontline, he advanced into case management and later into leadership positions that support both clinical operations and organizational systems. His responsibilities include developing staff training materials, overseeing compliance education, supporting program departments, onboarding new hires, addressing client needs, and managing technical systems across the facility.
Education, Writing, and Public Outreach
As a writer and speaker, Zachary focuses on trauma-informed care, emotional resilience, and holistic recovery. He shares practical insights on rebuilding self-trust, navigating mental health challenges, and developing sustainable wellness habits. Through blogs, educational content, and outreach efforts, his work has reached individuals seeking real-world guidance and accessible mental health education.
Mission and Advocacy
Zachary believes that healing is possible for everyone, regardless of past experiences. His mission is to reduce stigma around mental health and addiction while providing practical, evidence-informed tools that support long-term recovery. He is committed to helping individuals move beyond survival toward meaningful, connected, and resilient lives.
Specialties
Unique Fact
Zachary entered treatment in Salt Lake City in October 2016, which became the turning point that launched his work in recovery support. Since joining Chateau in 2017, he has grown from frontline roles into positions that blend client support, staff education, and operational systems.
Professional Training
Arbinger Outward Leadership
Trauma informed care education and training development
Mental health outreach through writing and public education
Experience
He brings eight years of experience supporting trauma and recovery work through both direct care experience and organization wide leadership responsibilities.
Unique Fact
Zachary entered treatment in Salt Lake City in October 2016, which became the turning point that launched his work in recovery support. Since joining Chateau in 2017, he has grown from frontline roles into positions that blend client support, staff education, and operational systems.