Ruth Riddick addiction recovery

Howland Bickerstaff

LCPC Therapist, Green Mountain Recovery    

“One look at her résumé will tell you how much good Ruth has done in every community in which she has lived. In working with her, what I have noticed is that she has always been open to new learning, new perspectives and creative ways of getting things done – something for which she is famous. She truly grasps that dynamic universal principle: When you give, you get back tenfold.”

Amy Bloustine

Certified Life and Career Coach, Amy Bloustine Coaching     

“I feel so fortunate to have met Ruth. As a subject matter expert in the field of addiction, Ruth posses a passion for making a difference by empowering those in recovery, as well as professionals in the field. She is an amazing trainer- she has a keen ability to connect with her audience and she expertly delivers information and materials in a manner that resonates with all who she is working with or training. As a subject matter expert in the field of addiction, Ruth possesses a passion for making a difference by empowering those in recovery, as well as professionals in the field.”

Sarah Burns

Director of Development, Just Foreign Policy                                    

“Ruth Riddick is a dynamic, knowledgeable and effective trainer and teacher. She is capable of motivating and educating learners at all levels, from varying backgrounds and across a wide spectrum of interests. She is an engaging, intelligent and enjoyable teacher, trainer, mentor, all-around professional. I highly recommend her.”

Tim Caggiano

Chair, Capital Roundup (defunct)                                                           

“Working with Ruth is a pleasure. Ruth’s presentations at the annual DC Capital Roundup Conferences have been superb. Great command of her material, articulate, and like Ruth herself, eminently stylish.”

Grace Cleaves

CEO, Beyond Clinical Competence LLC                  

“Ruth Riddick possesses high integrity, never overstates her abilities, and expertly delivers on time. Plus, she's an absolute joy to work with. Hire her for your project if you have the chance.” 

Barbara Dacri

(ex) Executive Director, Crossroads of Maine

 “I remember the first time I met her in my office in the Portland Old Port and was blown away by her enthusiasm and expertise.. She is a very special woman and Crossroads and I treasure her time with us. We were delighted to nominate her for the Vernon Johnson Award at Faces & Voices of Recovery.”

Lesley Rawlings

Director of Development and Communications, Crossroads of Maine                  

“I've had the immense pleasure of working with Ruth Riddick on several presentations to both our staff and board. Her skills as a communicator are top notch and she is adept at presenting material in a clear and concise manner. Ruth is a strong speaker and a tremendously professional executive. Her dedication and commitment to the addiction and recovery field is inspiring. I look forward to partnering with her again on future projects.”

Mark Skibbie

Board of Trustees, Caron Treatment Centers 

 “One of the things I really admire about Ruth is her quiet understated confidence.  Ruth was an easy choice to be a founding member of the Caron DC Leadership Council and, as usual, she jumped in with a great deal of enthusiasm and really helped us craft our message and call to action.  Importantly, she led us in the process of developing, drafting and finalizing a mission statement used to this day.”