Alexander Elswick, Ph.D., MA

Alex Elswick Ph.D. currently serves at the University of Kentucky as an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist for substance use prevention and recovery. Dr. Elswick is also the co-founder of the first and largest recovery community organization in Kentucky, Voices of Hope.

Dr. Elswick's knowledge and experience with addiction are multifaceted. He is a tireless advocate for people with substance use disorders and has lobbied before local, state, and federal governments for legislation that supports recovery.

Dr. Elswick earned his bachelor's degree from Centre College, and his master's and doctoral degrees at the University of Kentucky. Previously, he trained as a marriage and family therapist & as a recovery coach. Most importantly, Dr. Elswick is himself a person in long-term recovery.