Elizabeth Henry is a seasoned policy expert and advocate with a deep commitment to public health and recovery. As the Director of Policy at RecoveryPeople, Elizabeth draws on her personal journey of long-term recovery from substance use to drive meaningful change in state and federal policy. She holds an Associate of Applied Sciences in Human Services and Addictions Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services, combining academic rigor with lived experience to inform her work.

Elizabeth has been pivotal in advancing legislative and policy initiatives that protect consumer rights and elevate ethical practices within the recovery ecosystem. During the 87th and 88th Texas Legislative Sessions, she championed critical measures, including voluntary recovery housing accreditation and anti-patient brokering laws, leading to significant legislative successes that strengthened recovery housing quality and support services in Texas.

Her expertise extends beyond state-level initiatives. As a subject matter expert for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services HRSA - Office of Women’s Health, Elizabeth contributed to the development of an opioid toolkit for women during maternity phases, addressing a critical public health need.

Elizabeth’s influence is evident in her leadership roles and active participation on key committees and advocacy groups. She serves as Vice Chair for the Texas Behavioral Health Advisory Committee and Co-Chair for the Texas Coalition for Healthy Minds. Additionally, she is an active member of the National Alliance for Recovery Residences Advocacy Committee. Elizabeth is also the architect of impactful educational advocacy programs such as Brown Bag Advocacy, equipping stakeholders with tools to drive legislative and community engagement.