ABOUT US

Built on Experience. Driven by Real Change.

New Phase Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping community members build healthier thinking patterns, stronger relationships, emotional resilience, and practical life skills through structured, evidence-informed programs.

With a special focus on veterans, first responders, individuals in recovery, and underserved populations, our mission is to provide real-world tools, accountability, and support that help people move forward with purpose.

We don’t just talk about change—we help people build it.

Why We Started New Phase Project

After years working directly in behavioral health, substance use treatment, anger management, and the criminal justice system, one truth became impossible to ignore:

Most people don’t lack the desire to change—they lack structure.

Too often, individuals are told to “do better” without ever being given the tools, guidance, or accountability needed to create lasting change.

New Phase Project was created to bridge that gap.

Our programs focus on self-awareness, emotional regulation, accountability, communication, recovery support, and practical life skills—giving individuals a clear, structured path forward.

Because real change doesn’t happen by chance.
It happens through structure, support, and consistent action.

What Makes Our Approach Different

Evidence-Informed Programs

Our programs incorporate evidence-informed behavioral health practices including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation, recovery support, and accountability-focused education.

Real-World Experience

Our leadership team brings direct experience from behavioral health, corrections, recovery services, substance use treatment, and community-based support programs.

Structured Behavioral Change

We focus on practical, real-life application—not temporary motivation. Participants learn tools they can apply immediately in daily life, relationships, recovery, and decision-making.

Community-Focused Mission

We are committed to serving the community as a whole, while providing focused support for veterans, first responders, individuals in recovery, and underserved populations.

Education in Action

James Clemmons presenting at the 2026 Journey Together Conference, providing practical education for behavioral health and recovery professionals.

Jonathan Hines

Jonathan Hines — Vice Chair & Recovery Advisor
M.A. Mental Health Counseling | LADAC II

  • Extensive experience in behavioral health and recovery support

  • Background in intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)

  • Experience working in both correctional and community treatment settings

  • Specialized focus on substance use recovery and behavioral intervention

Jonathan brings deep clinical experience and recovery-focused leadership to the New Phase Project model.

James F. Clemmons

James F. Clemmons — Founder & President
USMC Veteran | LADAC II

  • U.S. Marine Corps veteran

  • Behavioral health and corrections experience

  • Certified in anger management, stress management, and cognitive-behavioral intervention programs

  • Founder of Freedom From Anger LLC.

James combines real-world behavioral health experience with evidence-informed education to help individuals develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, accountability, and lasting behavioral change.

Led by Real-World Experience

Our leadership team combines real-world behavioral health experience, recovery support, corrections, and evidence-informed education to help individuals create meaningful, lasting change.

Licenses, Certifications & Specialized Training

  • Tennessee Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor II (LADAC II)

  • Prime For Life Instructor (DUI Education)

  • Prime Solutions Instructor (Substance Use Treatment)

  • SMART Recovery Facilitator

  • Thinking for a Change (T4C) Facilitator

  • CAMS-I — Certified Anger Management Specialist

  • CART — Certified Anger Resolution Therapist

  • Certified Stress Management Consultant (CSMC)

  • CDVS-I — Certified Domestic Violence Specialist

  • Emerge — Interpersonal Violence Facilitator

  • ASIST— Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, LivingWorks

Real Support. Real Accountability. Real Change.

We believe people can move forward when they are given structure, accountability, support, and practical tools for real-life change.

Serving communities across Tennessee through in-person, mobile, and virtual programming.

Board of Directors

  • James F. Clemmons — Founder & President

  • Jonathan Hines — Vice Chair & Recovery Advisor

  • Sara Clemmons — Treasurer & Secretary

  • Regan Dunphy — Veteran & Community Outreach