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We are a treatment team of professional clinicians, medical, psychiatric, & behavioral health personnel. Our team approach to treatment is necessary for meeting our clients’ physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Our clinical staff has been trained in current interventions and modalities, recent information on the treatment of particular populations and what has been effective in addressing co-occurring issues. No matter what you or your loved ones personal struggle with addiction is, we are here to help through the recovery process.

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Meet The Team

Clinical & Medical

Dr. Tamer Wassef, MD

Medical Director

Dr. Wassef is a board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in adult psychiatry. Dr. Wassef completed his fellowship training at the…

Kenny Silver

Vice President of Treatment Services

After embarking on his recovery journey in 2010, Kenny quickly developed a passion for helping others. Kenny began working in the addiction treatment industry in…

Charrisse Clark-Smith, RN

Chief Nursing Officer

Charrisse Clark-Smith, RN, serves as Chief Nursing Officer at Guardian Recovery, bringing over 22 years of nursing experience to her leadership role. .…

Leslie Rhinebarger

Director of Nursing

Originally from Indiana, where she obtained her degree in Nursing in 2009, Leslie began her career as a surgical Nurse in the operating room specializing incomplex Orthopedic and Neuro…

Anna Marie Barrett, LCSW, CYT

Clinical Director

Anna Barrett, LCSW, serves as a clinician at Guardian Recovery, bringing specialized expertise in treating co-occurring disorders. She earned her Master of Social Work from Barry University in 2017 …

Julie Kelly

ARPN

Originally from Davenport, Iowa, Julie moved to Florida after high school where she started her medical career as a paramedic. Julie then attended Florida Atlantic University where she received her Bachelors in Nursing. She first worked as…

Julie Donahue

ARNP

Julie earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Syracuse University in 2001, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Miami in 2003 and later completed her Master…

Michelle Quilter Psy.D., CASAC, DBT-LBC, CSOTP

Director of Clinical Case Management

Dr. Michelle Quilter is a licensed clinical psychologist who is a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), is Linehan Board Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT-LBC) and…

Anna Parker

National Director of 12 Steps

Anna Parker, NCPRSS, serves as 12 Step Director for Immersion Recovery Center and Immersion Residential. With over five years in the recovery field, Anna specializes in teaching clients how to engage meaningfully in spiritual recovery programs….

LaRae Scanlon, RCSWI

Family Therapist

LaRae joined the Immersion team in 2018 during the opening of our residential facility and has since gained experience working in all levels of care within our organization, in multiple positions. LaRae attended…

Nicole Patalano, MS, LMHC

Primary Therapist

Nicole Patalano, LMHC, serves as a therapist at Immersion Recovery Center. She earned her Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Lynn University. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.…

Amanda Beard

Medical Service Coordinator

Originally from Mississippi, Amanda taught Mathmatics for 27 years. After her own personal struggles with addiction, Amanda decided to move to South Florida in…

Masud Ahmad

ARNP

Masud Ahmad, APRN is dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified. He has experience in working in…

Idil Gursoy, LMHC

Primary Therapist

Idil Gursoy, LMHC, serves as a Primary Therapist at Immersion Recovery Center. With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, she brings valuable experience from both inpatient and outpatient settings. …

Danielle Serota, RMHI

Primary Therapist

Danielle Serota, RMHI, serves as a Primary Therapist at Guardian Recovery, bringing specialized expertise in working with adults, couples, teens, and families facing substance use and mental health challenges.…

Erin Sahn, RCSW, LCSW

Primary Therapist

Erin Sahn, RCSW, LCSW, serves as a Primary Therapist at Immersion Recovery Center. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in substance abuse and trauma.…

Todd Hoher, CAC, CAP

Therapist

Todd Hoher, CAC, CAP, serves as a Therapist at Immersion Recovery Center with over a decade of experience in mental health and substance use disorders. As a Florida Board Certified….

Michael Mineo

Therapist

Michael J Mineo, MSW, RCSWI, serves as a Therapist at Immersion Recovery Center, specializing in substance abuse disorder treatment. With experience in telehealth therapy and inpatient .…

Jennifer Hinkle, CBHT, NCPRS

Behavioral Health Technician

Jennifer Hinkle, CBHT, NCPRS, serves as a Behavioral Health Technician at Immersion Recovery Center. With a degree in Human and Social Services .…

Chloe Seddon MS, RD/NL

Nutritionist

Chloe Seddon, MS, RD/NL is a registered dietitian nutritionist with a master’s degree in Health Promotion from the University of Connecticut.…

John Varsam

Therapist

John Varsam, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over eight years of experience in the substance use field. Throughout his career as both support staff and primary therapist, John has .…