Dr. Darren Skinner, LSW, MSW, Ph.D., serves as the Clinical Case Manager for Aliya Veterans’ addiction and mental health treatment centers in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. With over a decade of experience in social work and behavioral health, Dr. Skinner is committed to empowering individuals and communities through advocacy and tailored therapeutic support.
As a Clinical Case Manager, he specializes in serving veterans, military personnel, and first responders, aligning his mission with our organization’s dedication to fostering recovery and mental well-being. Dr. Skinner’s approach combines compassion, expertise, and a focus on individualized care to help clients overcome unique challenges and achieve sustainable progress.
At our New Jersey rehab, Dr. Darren Skinner collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement comprehensive treatment plans. By conducting assessments, facilitating therapeutic interventions, and coordinating care, he contributes to a supportive environment that prioritizes client safety and growth. His previous role as a Behavioral Health Technician further honed his skills in patient monitoring, intake processes, and systemized care documentation, enabling him to deliver high-quality, client-focused services.
A man of deep faith, resilience, and purpose, Darren has dedicated his life to helping others find hope, healing, and transformation—personally and professionally. His personal journey is a powerful testimony of survival, redemption, and purpose. After years of battling addiction, homelessness, and the lingering effects of trauma—especially from 9/11 and military service—Darren found healing through EMDR therapy, spiritual renewal, and the support of the recovery community. Today, he is a proud recovering alcoholic, living in long-term sobriety, giving back to others, and pursuing his passion for helping veterans.