William Beagan brings 25 years of experience, strength and hope in 12 step recovery. After retiring from his many decades in the roofing business where he hired and mentored hundreds of employees coming from treatment centers and halfway houses, he came to The Refuge to provide direct counseling. For over two years with The Refuge he has brought the reality of making recovery work to the clients with practical, street smart expertise. He is a Certified Hypnotist, he has a background in psychology and is now completing his certification requirements to become an Addictions Professional. Billy’s fundamental knowledge of 12 step recovery and PTSD resolution combined with his deep compassion for clients has been a tremendous asset to the healing work at The Refuge.