Decades of Experience Helping Others
Meet Our Experienced, Educated & Caring Professional Staff at Rise in Malibu
Our Executive Team
Patrick Mitchell Chief Executive Officer
Parviz Damavandi Chief Financial Officer
Ron Finnerman Owner/Founder
Dr. Mark Stahlhuth, Ph.D Chief Clinical Officer
Our Medical & Clinical Team
Dr. Damon Raskin, M.D. Detox Specialist & Internist
Dr. Ashley Benjamin M.D. Psychiatrist, Addiction Specialist
Jose Gonzalez, LVN Nurse
Dr. Raymond Nourmand, Ph.D Primary Therapist
Spencer Scotti, CATC I Recovery Counselor
John Meeker, LAADAC Group/Experiential Facilitator
Beth Farar, LMFT Group Facilitator
Michael Pierce, LMFT Group Facilitator
Paige Johnson Head Nurse
Cat Macary Holistic Practioner
Ellie Franks, APCC Case Manager
Luke Mitchell Personal Trainer
Our Support Team
Christina Hemmings Operations Manager
Lori Jasinski Admissions Coordinator
Keri Danielson, RADT Lead Support Staff
Nam Ngo Lead Support Staff
Angie Vasquez Executive Assistant
Paul Williams House Manager
Sam Rae Massage Therapist
Jake Bernard Executive Chef
Average Rating of 4.5 on Google
A Few Words From
People Who Trust Us
Rise in Malibu believes that recovery is possible for anyone who seeks it. We provide each client with the tools and therapies needed in order to overcome addiction for good. Long-term, sustainable recovery is our ultimate goal. Don’t get lost in a crowd at other facilities, at Rise in Malibu your recovery is the focus.