Ryan Ledoux serves as Executive Director at CDX, overseeing both medical and clinical operations. With six years of experience in behavioral healthcare leadership, Ryan is responsible for ensuring that treatment services are structured, compliant, and aligned with best practices while remaining deeply client-centered.
Professional Background
As Executive Director, Ryan leads multidisciplinary teams across medical and clinical departments, ensuring seamless coordination of care. He believes recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process and that meaningful outcomes occur when treatment addresses the whole person, not just symptoms.
His leadership emphasizes integration across:
- Medical stabilization
- Mental health and psychological support
- Social and environmental influences
- Community reintegration planning
Ryan is committed to individualized, compassionate, and evidence-based care. By focusing on personalization rather than rigid protocols alone, he works to cultivate a culture where clients are treated as people first — not numbers.
Philosophy of Care & Leadership
Ryan believes lasting recovery is built through relationships and community. When clients feel seen, respected, and supported by a cohesive team, they are more likely to engage in the process and sustain progress.
His leadership approach prioritizes collaboration, accountability, and continuous program development. He strives to create systems that support both clinical excellence and genuine human connection.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, University of North Carolina Wilmington
What Inspires His Work
Ryan’s motivation is deeply personal. As someone in recovery himself, he understands the vulnerability involved in seeking help and the power of compassionate professionals who step in at the right moment.
He is driven by the opportunity to provide others with the same support that once changed his own life — creating tangible, lasting impact during some of the most critical chapters in a person’s journey.
Outside the Office
Outside of work, Ryan enjoys spending time with his two children, Ryder and Lennox. He also stays active through golf and running, maintaining balance so he can lead with clarity and energy in both his professional and personal life.
Meet the Rest of Our Team
Our dedicated professionals are here to support your recovery journey.
Chris Doyle
Managing Partner Carolina Center for Recovery
Brian Banelli
Director of Admissions Carolina Center for Recovery
Frank Kolasinski, CADAC, CAP
Family Program Manager Carolina Center for Recovery
Ashley Ledoux
Director of Business Development & Marketing (NC) Carolina Center for Recovery
Dan Doyle
Facility Manager Carolina Center for Recovery
Taylor Hart
Chief Operating Officer & Co-Owner Carolina Center for Recovery
Russ Guccio
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder Carolina Center for Recovery