Blake
Blake has been an athlete his entire life, with a diverse background in baseball, football, basketball, track, and martial arts. His journey in weightlifting began at the age of 13, when he discovered a love for the discipline that has since shaped his life and career.
In 2009, he embraced the CrossFit revolution, attempting workouts in his garage. This grassroots beginning led to the launch of CrossFit 513 in 2011, which was later rebranded as CrossFit Blue Ash in 2013—a name that represents his commitment to creating transformative fitness or his local community.
Over the past 14 years, Blake has dedicated himself to helping thousands of members find health and happiness through functional fitness. He has a deep passion for teaching and strives to instill in others the same love for movement that has defined his own life. His goal has always been to foster an environment where every individual feels empowered to pursue a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Blake’s credentials include a Level 2 CrossFit Coach Certification (earned in 2012) along with several specialized certifications such as the OPEX CCP in Exercise Physiology and Assessment, Program Design, as well as CrossFit’s Competitor’s Course, Powerlifting Course, and Weightlifting Course.
Blake’s career is defined by a passion for athletic excellence and a commitment to empowering others. He believes that fitness is not just about physical strength—it’s about building resilience, fostering community, and finding joy in every step of the journey.
Savannah Cain MSW LSW, LICDC
Savannah is a Master’s-level Social Worker and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) with 12 years of experience helping individuals navigate substance use, mental health challenges, and personal healing. She is deeply passionate about helping clients uncover the root causes of their struggles, believing that true recovery comes from understanding not only what is happening, but why it is happening. Savannah integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to help clients process trauma, overcome barriers, and build healthier, more meaningful lives. Her areas of expertise include substance use disorders, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, mental health concerns, and family dynamics. She is committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to gain insight, develop resilience, and achieve lasting change.
Brittany Giuliano
Chief Nursing and Clinical Officer
My name is Brittany Giuliano, and I’m a Registered Nurse who has found my passion in behavioral health and addiction medicine. Caring for people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives has shaped not only my career but also the kind of leader I strive to be every day.
I’ve been fortunate to work in a variety of settings, including detox, residential treatment, PHP, IOP, and outpatient services. Over the years, my role has grown from providing direct client care to leading teams, developing programs, improving clinical operations, and helping organizations grow. No matter what my title has been, I’ve never wanted to lose sight of why we do this work, to help people find hope, healing, and a path forward.
I believe the best leaders are present. I enjoy working alongside my teams, helping solve problems, mentoring staff, and creating an environment where people feel supported and valued. Healthcare can be challenging, and I know firsthand how much difference it makes when people feel heard, respected, and empowered to do their best work.
I’m someone who genuinely enjoys improving processes and finding better ways to care for clients while supporting the people providing that care. Whether it’s strengthening documentation, building new programs, navigating regulatory requirements, or collaborating with business development, I like bringing people together to find practical solutions that make a real difference.
One thing I’ve learned throughout my career is that recovery isn’t just about treating a diagnosis, it’s about treating the whole person with compassion, dignity, and respect. Every individual who walks through our doors has a story, and I believe they deserve to be met with empathy, not judgment. That belief guides the decisions I make as both a nurse and a leader.
I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished professionally, but what means the most to me is knowing that I’ve been able to support clients, mentor colleagues, and help build programs that truly change lives.
Rachel Schmid, RN
Emliee Davis, LSW
Emliee Davis is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree who is passionate about helping individuals rediscover their strengths and create lives they are proud of. Believing that healing happens through authentic connection, self-discovery, and the courage to embrace change, Emliee is dedicated to supporting clients as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward meaningful growth. Inspired by the resilience of those she serves, she is committed to helping individuals find hope during difficult seasons while recognizing their capacity for healing and transformation. Through a compassionate and supportive approach, Emliee strives to empower clients on their journey toward recovery, wellness, and lasting positive change.
The First Person You Talk to Understands Before You Finish
Some of the people on our team have been where you are. They know what it is to hold it together in public and lose to it in private, because they lived it. The person picking up the phone is not reading from a script. They understand what you are describing before you get the words out, and they are not going to judge you for any of it.
The Medical Team That Keeps You Safe
A physician leads your detox and oversees the medical side of your care, supported by nurses who are there around the clock through the part most men dread. When a substance has rewired how your body and brain work, you need real medicine and real monitoring, not a pep talk. That is what our medical team is for.
Our therapists and counselors are trained in the approaches with evidence behind them, and they choose based on the man in front of them instead of running everyone through the same curriculum. They do individual work to get at the root, group work with other men, and family work to repair what the addiction strained. They are direct with you, because you have had enough people tell you what you wanted to hear.
