ABOUT US

Built on Experience. Driven by Real Change.

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

Jonathan Hines

Co-Founder
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

Founder & Executive Director
USMC Veteran | LADAC II

U.S. Marine Corps veteran
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor in Tennessee
Background in corrections and behavioral health
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-based education to help individuals develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, accountability, and lasting behavioral change.

Nationally Recognized Certifications & Training

LADAC II — Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (Tennessee)
CAMS-I — Certified Anger Management Specialist
CART — Certified Anger Resolution Therapist
CDVS-I — Certified Domestic Violence Specialist

Led by Real-World Experience

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

SMART Recovery Facilitator
Thinking for a Change (T4C) Facilitator
Prime For Life Instructor
Certified Stress Management Consultant (CSMC)
Emerge — Interpersonal Violence Facilitator

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 Middle Tennessee and surrounding communities.