MARINE CHAKHCHAKHIAN
Program Director | CEO
I graduated from California State University of Northridge (CSUN) in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. I returned to CSUN and obtained a certificate in Business Administration. I am currently in school to become a certified addiction counselor. What inspired me to work in this field is my love for helping people. I am not in recovery and have not battled with addiction but seeing the struggles of those who are in recovery has opened my eyes to all the shapes and forms addiction can take. I respect and am beyond proud of every single person battling addiction, regardless of the number of times Read More
NATASHA NOORMAND
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
My drive comes from the passion I have for working with at-risk youth, adolescents, and young adults. My mission is to guide, encourage, and motivate individuals to make sound decisions in order to have a successful future without judgment. My vision of witnessing one’s process of self-discovery and effort to change is what originally caught my attention to the field of addiction and continues to fascinate me. Read More
SELINA SWAIN
Addiction Counselor
Along with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, I am also a graduate of the Addiction Studies Program approved by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs. I am delighted to wake up every morning with an opportunity to save a life from the disease of addiction. My inspiration to help individuals suffering from this disease comes from my own personal experience of growing up in a household with both parents struggling with their own addictions. As a result of their illness, it caused me to become helpless and depleted from battling their difficulties in life. Thus, throughout my journey to become a Substance Abuse Counselor, my genuineness, patience, and compassion will leave Read More
ANNE BRAND
Registered Nurse (RN)
I’m a registered nurse who believes in the treatment of the whole-body. What I mean by that is body, mind, and spirit. Before any medications I always recommend the Earth and what it has to offer to help with the ailments and other things we might need to fix inside ourselves. This could start with fresh herbs, fresh air, sunlight, a healthy diet, and a whole array of different types of holistic approaches. Of course, there are some diseases that need Western medication, and this is a reality. I choose to work in addiction because it has been a part of my life since early childhood. I have seen the Read More
RINA CONTRERAZ
Registered Nurse (RN)
I am a passionate, dedicated registered nurse with over 13 years of experience that includes work in Emergency Rooms, Intensive Care Units, and Rehabilitation Centers. I have worked with Crosspointe Recovery Center for the last two years and I could not have found a better place or a more reputable company for which to work. My vast experience, dealing with a very broad range of medical conditions, brings forth the ability to thoroughly, and accurately, assess the health of patients, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to prescribe the proper treatment for optimal health on the road to recovery. In my down time I enjoy sitting in a comfy chair Read More
JULIE TORRES
Operations Manager | Registered Addiction Counselor | Medical Assistant
My passion in life is helping others and showing them that a new way of life is possible, and that life can be beautiful no matter how destructive your past has been, the best way I know how is to lead by example. The gift of recovery has given me a second chance at life and an opportunity to have a career I can be proud of. Working at Crosspointe Recovery has given me the chance to finally give back what was once given to me, a second chance. Read More
TATIANA ARRIAGA
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Providing compassionate care and finding solutions to help others choose a healthy lifestyle to reach their goals, is what I am passionate about. Throughout the years I have worked as a caregiver in addiction/rehabilitation for teens and adults, memory care, assisted living for seniors, and various school sites of various age groups and levels such as autism within the local school district. I enjoy watching cooking shows, taking road trips, and going on bike rides. I also like to watch rerun episodes of Friends. Read More
MELINDA MCKELVEY
Registered Addiction Counselor
I got into this field because I wanted to give back what was given to me 12 years ago. I didn’t realize, when I first overcame my addiction, just how important it is to be given the tools and to be shown how to use them to have the life I deserved. I attended the “Addiction Studies” program at Pierce College; I immediately got hired in treatment in 2013 and have had numerous rolls from a technician to Operations Assistant and everything in between. I stay in this field because I love seeing our clients get the light back in their eyes. We ALL deserve a second chance. Read More
DAVID JONES
Registered Alcohol And Drug Technician | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Since early childhood I have had the urge to contribute as much as I can to my community. I grew up in San Fernando Valley and joined the Navy right when I got out of high school. When I left the military, I went back to school to get a degree in Electrical Technology. With my new degree I found a new way to give back to my community by joining the Los Angeles Housing Department as a home inspector. I then made one last career change and went back to school to get a degree in Natural Sciences from Los Angeles Valley College. I began my new career in Read More
SAJANPREET SINGH
Registered Alcohol And Drug Technician
I am a dedicated medical student with 6 years of exemplary patient experience. I put a strong focus on listening to and addressing patient concerns and answering all questions in terms patients can easily understand. As a firm believer in teamwork, I make sure to work closely with all members of the medical team and consider their suggestions and input to improve results and maximize patient satisfaction. Read More
CHRIS REYES
Chef
My name is Chris Reyes, I’m a chef. I’ve been in the culinary industry for 12 years. I graduated culinary school in 2014. Cooking has always been a passion, growing up watching The Food Network and being inspired by chefs like Anthony Bourdain, Gordon Ramsey and Michael Synon. Other than cooking, some of my interests include music and wrestling. The ultimate goal for me is to have my own restaurant. I have been working in treatment for 4 years now. I really enjoy it because I get to talk and interact with different clients, with different experiences. It’s very rewarding seeing a client grow from the time they come into treatment to Read More
REBA MASSEY
Sound Bath, Reiki and Breathwork Instructor
Reba facilities Reiki Sound Baths. She is a certified Reiki Master. She believes not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path. Her sessions are rooted in creating self-awareness and acknowledging emotions with a focus on anxiety. She is a guide and conduit offering support and clarity in times of big transformation. Her impact plants a seed of fruition in your life. Read More
STACEY BOSWORTH
Yoga, Pilates, Reiki and Breathwork Instructor
Stacey has been in the wellness business for 22 years. She believes in creating mind and body resilience through movement, meditation and breath so that we all can live our lives to fullest with the time we have. She is a 500 hour experienced Yoga teacher, registered through Yoga Alliance, teaching all types of yoga and is trauma informed. She loves to guide people in yoga , breathwork and meditation, as well as sound healing to help people to begin to release their trauma and find their own healing capacity. Stacey also teaches Pilates, and continues to study the nervous system and how to help create balance. She is certified Read More
