Dr. Stephanie S. Covington is a nationally recognized clinician, author, organizational consultant, and lecturer. She is a pioneer in the field of women's issues, addiction, and recovery. She has developed an innovative, gender-responsive, and trauma-informed approach to the treatment needs of women and girls that results in effective services in public, private, and institutional settings.

Throughout this season of Breaking Down the Bars, Dr. Covington will spend time with a group of inmates in intense group therapy sessions and exercises. For more information on Dr. Covington and additional addiction and recovery resources, visit her website.