Sasha Ottesen, RADT – Director of Business Development
Sasha Ottesen is a compassionate connector dedicated to guiding individuals toward meaningful mental health and substance use treatment. With a unique blend of creative artistry and heartfelt empathy, Sasha builds relationships rooted in trust, ensuring clients feel supported as they take their first steps toward healing and growth. Raised as a musician and performer, Sasha […]
Christine Tonoli, RADT – Vice President of Business Development and Brand Strategy
Christine Tonoli, a dynamic leader and fierce mental health advocate, serves as Vice President of Business Development and Brand Strategy at Creative Recovery LA. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, and nonprofit leadership, Christine is a powerhouse in hospital systems, mental health, and adolescent care communities. Her strategic vision, clinical insight, […]
David Prottas, RADT – Ballet Instructor
David Prottas brings his extraordinary talent and passion for ballet to Creative Recovery LA, guiding clients to rediscover their childhood dreams or embrace the challenge of ballet for the first time. Through his classes, David creates a welcoming, joyful space where movement becomes a powerful tool for healing, self-expression, and personal growth. A former dancer […]
Victor Leonard, RADT – Meditation and Yoga Expert
Victor, a seasoned yoga teacher, meditation guide, and sound healer, brings his transformative expertise to Creative Recovery LA, where he integrates clinical and creative modalities to empower clients in their healing journeys. With over 25 years of practice, Victor’s work is rooted in the belief that ancient, non-traditional healing methods—now increasingly validated by science—complement evidence-based […]
Will Gressman, RADT – Yoga and Acting Instructor
Will Gressman, a passionate facilitator of healing through movement and art, brings his expertise in yoga and acting to Creative Recovery LA. Originally from Miami, Florida, Will holds a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and Sociology from the University of Michigan and a Master’s in Fine Arts from Columbia University. With multiple certifications in yoga and […]
Adam Louis Ayer, RADT – Executive Assistant to the CEO & Executive Operations Assistant
Adam Louis Ayer serves as Executive Assistant to CEO Cory B. Savage and Executive Operations Assistant at Creative Recovery LA. With exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to operational excellence, Adam ensures seamless coordination of executive functions and program operations, supporting the delivery of evidence-based, creatively enriched care. His work enhances the program’s comprehensive continuum, […]
Kellen Hubbard, RADT – Resident Artist
Kellen Hubbard, our Resident Artist at Creative Recovery LA, guides clients to heal and express themselves through the transformative power of art. Born in 1993 in a small Arizona town, Kellen’s lifelong passion for creating has been a source of joy and purpose. His art, showcased throughout our facility, reflects his deep connection to desert […]
Petra Mijic, RADT – Group Facilitator and Case Manager
Petra Mijic brings a calming presence and unwavering dedication to her role as a Group Facilitator and Case Manager at Creative Recovery LA. Hailing from Split, Croatia, Petra’s background as a Division 1 athlete and her compassionate nature make her an ideal listener and guide for clients navigating their recovery journeys. Her steady voice and […]
Lucas Beecham, MA, RADT – Psychological Intern
Lucas Beecham, MA, brings a compassionate and integrative approach to his role as a Psychological Intern at Creative Recovery LA. With a deep commitment to empowerment and self-actualization, Lucas supports clients through a humanistic, strengths-based, and trauma-informed lens, fostering healing and personal growth in a safe, inclusive environment. Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Lucas earned a […]
Roxana “Roxy” Radnia Abergel, LMFT, RADT – Clinical Director
Roxana Radnia, LMFT, serves as Clinical Director at Creative Recovery LA, bringing over 17 years of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist to lead the program’s clinical operations. With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Phillips Graduate University, specializing in psychology and art therapy, Roxana oversees a robust suite of evidence-based treatment modalities, […]