Powered By Transformation
About
“I believe that when we find something that works to overcome a challenge, it is our responsibility to share that “something” with others.” – Lori Davidson
Our Founder
Dr. Lori Davidson
Executive Director
After surviving her battle with substance use disorder, Dr. Lori found weightlifting to be the most significant form of recovery capital in her life, preventing relapses and providing her with the power and commitment to incorporate a healthy lifestyle. What began as a survival tool has since evolved into a passion and a sense of responsibility to share this benefit with others in recovery from the various challenges life may throw at us.
Dr. Lori is a Human Services Practitioner with experience in counseling, coaching, teaching, administration, and program development. She also has extensive knowledge in several areas of the health and wellness field, including nutrition and exercise. By day, Dr. Lori is an Assistant Professor at a community college where she supports first generation and non-traditional college students through academic preparation and professional development. She is a Certified Family Recovery Specialist (CFRS) and received her PhD in Human Development with a concentration in Somatics and Phenomenology from Fielding Graduate University, and a Master of Science degree in Human Services from Chestnut Hill College.
“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you go; they merely determine where you start.”
Values
Persistence.
Oneness.
Warriors.
Emotion.
Resilience.
FIT Trainers
Focused in transforming the lives of those in recovery through weightlifting.
Torri High, ISSA, CRS
FIT Recovery Trainer
Torri helps her clients discover and unlock their potential, while dismantling behaviors no longer serving them. Torri will tell you, her addictions have forged this road for her, to show others IT can be done, and “you are WAY more powerful than you know! There is FREEDOM through Fitness, as long as you are WILLING to change the story you tell yourself.”
Heidi Quimby, ACSM, CRS
FIT Recovery Trainer
I am grateful to be included in the Powered by Transformation family where recovery is possible. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, Professional Figure Competitor, International Best-Selling Author and mother of four handsome boys. I am seeking to motivate and inspire others to become the best-version-of themselves.
Board of Directors
Dr. Deborah Bucci
Chair
Leadership requires us to be whole and resilient to engage with our fullest energy. Dr. Deb offers clients pathways to achieve results and live a healthy, rewarding life – providing practices, tools, and strategies for her clients to live well and lead well.
Lara Sturm
Secretary
Lara began her mental transformation in 1990 when her life became unmanageable. In 2001, during a trying time in her life, she began her physical transformation through weight training and found the mental aspect of fitness greatly enhanced her mental outlook.
Daniel Pfost LSW, CAADC, CTP
Treasurer
I am in long-term recovery, having gotten sober 12 years ago. While my sober journey did not exactly begin under the greatest of circumstances, my experience in recovery has led me to know that my worst day has become my best day.
Dr. Frank Rojas
Member
Dr. Rojas has earned a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change through Fielding Graduate University. He has also completed a Master’s in Organization Leadership through Fielding and an Executive MBA through Pepperdine University. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from DeVry University.