Mark Wheeler - Sober since June 22, 1993 — 33 years of continuous sobriety. Mark brings more than three decades of continuous sobriety and twenty+ years working inside the entertainment industry. He understands the disease, and he understands the specific world in which entertainment clients have to get and stay sober: studio and network development stress, the constant demands of production, sets, press obligations, and premieres, deal pressure, and the isolation that comes with visibility.

Recovery foundation. Sober since June 22, 1993, Mark has maintained continuous, active participation in Twelve Step recovery for thirty-three years, including decades of hands-on service work with people in early sobriety and in crisis. Service is the practice that has anchored his life for three decades.

Speaking and panel service. Over the course of his sobriety, Mark has carried recovery meetings and panels into institutional settings including Los Prietos Boys Camp and Lompoc

Federal Penitentiary, and ran weekly recovery groups at the Salvation Army in Santa Barbara.

He has attended and participated in meetings across many countries around the world, and is comfortable speaking, leading groups, and sharing experience in any room.

Dual-diagnosis experience. Mark's experience is lived and peer-level: across decades of service work and group leadership, he has supported many people navigating sobriety alongside mental health challenges in high functioning executive roles, and he understands the difference between what peer support can hold and what belongs to clinicians. He works strictly within the peer scope of practice and escalates to clinical staff appropriately.

Industry fluency. Mark spent twenty+ years as an entertainment executive and producer, beginning at Innovative Artists and then alongside veteran agent Lou Pitt, later running his own management and production company. He has spent a career around well-known people and is not starstruck; he knows how production days, events, and premieres actually run, where the pressure points and triggers live in that world, and how to be present in it without needing anything from it.

Discretion and temperament. Confidentiality has been a professional baseline for his entire career; he has operated under NDAs and handled sensitive personal and financial matters for high-profile clients as a matter of routine. Colleagues know him as calm under pressure, direct, and reliable, with strong boundaries and the logistical competence that comes from decades of working with complex productions and travel.

Professional development. Mark's SUDRC registration is in process with CADTP, a California DHCS-approved certifying organization, and he is committed to formal training, supervision, and working strictly within the sober companion and peer support scope of practice.

CiCi Parsons is a CCAR certified sober coach, Registered Yoga

Teacher and recovery companion with a clinical foundation in

addiction support and trauma informed care. Born and raised

in Santa Barbara, California, CiCi brings six years of

continuous sobriety and is actively engaged in her own

recovery program, grounding her work in both professional

training and lived experience. CiCi provides high end,

discreet, concierge level coaching for individuals navigating

early sobriety, relapse prevention, and significant life

transitions. Her approach blends evidence based practices—

including motivational interviewing and mindfulness—with

highly personalized, real world support, ensuring clients feel

deeply seen, supported, and guided in their recovery. Known

for her warmth, integrity, and professionalism, CiCi creates a

safe, judgment free space where clients can rebuild

confidence, establish structure, and rediscover purpose. She

specializes in 12 step based recovery, holistic wellness,

organic nutrition and supporting high performing individuals

who require discretion while maintaining demanding

personal and professional lives. Driven by the belief that

recovery is not just about abstinence, but an invitation for

true growth and transformation in the purest sense, CiCi

empowers clients to turn challenges into strength...One

intentional step at a time.

Jacqueline Gonzales is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate addiction, mental health challenges, and life crises with compassion and evidence-based care. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Jacqueline completed her alcohol and drug counseling education through UCLA Extension.

Throughout her career, Jacqueline has worked across multiple levels of behavioral healthcare

throughout Southern California, providing support to individuals with substance use disorders

and co-occurring mental health conditions. Her experience includes crisis intervention, case

management, relapse prevention, and recovery planning, where she partners with clients to build

resilience, develop practical coping skills, and achieve lasting recovery.

Jacqueline's commitment to this work is deeply personal. Growing up in a family affected by

addiction, she witnessed firsthand the devastating impact substance use can have on individuals and their loved ones. Those early experiences inspired her lifelong mission to help others break the cycle of addiction and rediscover hope.

Known for her empathetic, nonjudgmental, and client-centered approach, Jacqueline strives to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel heard, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful changes. She believes that recovery is possible for everyone and is

honored to walk alongside clients as they move toward healing, stability, and a healthier future.

‍ Frances B, CRS

After years of feeling disconnected and unfulfilled, I was given the opportunity to embrace sobriety and face the challenges of my mental health. For a long time, I worked in a career that didn’t align with who I was or who I wanted to become. Through that experience, I made a commitment to stay sober, invest in my personal growth, and build a strong foundation in recovery—so that one day, I could support others on their own journeys.

Over time, I rebuilt my self-confidence, repaired meaningful relationships, and created a life that I am genuinely proud of. Today, I have a healthy home life, strong connections with loved ones, and a career that brings me purpose. It is truly a privilege to walk alongside my clients and support them in their recovery.

With over nine years of personal recovery and four years of professional experience, I am a dedicated recovery companion committed to meeting clients where they are. I began my career

as a program mentor at Casa Bella, where I developed my ability to form authentic, meaningful connections. I have since completed the International Recovery Institute’s Certified Recovery

Specialist (CRS) program and am a Registered Drug and Alcohol Technician (RAD-T). My long-term goal is to continue growing in this field by becoming a case manager and earning my CADC.

I work with a wide range of cases involving diverse diagnoses, including co-occurring disorders and substance use disorders, and support both adults and adolescents. I have a strong understanding of medication-assisted treatment and am well-versed in grounding techniques. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal.

I also deeply value the role of self-care, both in my own life and in the work I do with others.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy cooking, exploring new foods, spending time in nature, and connecting with family and loved ones—practices that continue to support and enrich my own recovery.

David Malow’s journey into his own Recovery began on 3.17.05. He received his certification as a Peer Support Mental Health Specialist while working at The Riverside County Department of Mental Health & he is the former owner of Serenity Lane Transitional Recovery Homes. David received his certification as a Grief Recovery Specialist at the Grief Recovery Institute in Los Angeles in 2008. David has been a lead volunteer at the Betty Ford Center/Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation since 2005, with over 5000 hours of service. In 2009 David was also a consultant to the Betty Ford Center for their BFCSL Recovery Living program. David has facilitated groups at Addiction Therapeutic Services, Michael’s House, Entera Wellness, The Ranch Recovery Center and Desert Willow Wellness Treatment Center. David volunteers part~time at Larry Smith Correctional and he is CEO of Recovery GPS and also heads a 501c3, non~profit Recovery4Life which assists Veterans and their families dealing with mental health and SUD  

David Malow is a lifelong resident of Southern California where he enjoys his long-term sobriety. He is a current member of NAADAC, Recovery View and The Recovery Living Network  

Daniel K.

My path into the behavioral health and recovery field is shaped by both professional experience and personal understanding. Before entering the field, I spent more than a decade working as a paralegal. After experiencing the challenges of addiction firsthand and ultimately finding recovery, I made the decision to transition into a career where I could use both my professional background and personal experience to support others.

Since entering the behavioral health and recovery field, I have worked in a variety of roles, including as a Behavioral Health Technician, Recovery Companion, and Health and Wellness Coach. I also have formal education and training in drug and alcohol counseling. My experience includes supporting individuals navigating substance use disorders, recovery, and co-occurring mental health conditions, including dual-diagnosis clients. I have worked with clients in treatment settings as well as in individualized, one-on-one environments, providing sober companionship, accountability, structure, practical support, and assistance navigating the challenges of everyday life in recovery.

With six years of sobriety from drugs and alcohol, I understand firsthand how difficult addiction can be and how challenging—but rewarding—the process of building and maintaining a life in recovery can be. Having personally gone through addiction and recovery gives me an understanding that goes beyond professional experience. I know how isolating and difficult addiction can feel, as well as the challenges that can come with early recovery and learning how to build a new life. My personal experience allows me to relate to the people I support in a genuine and down-to-earth way while still maintaining the professionalism, discretion, and boundaries that are essential to this work.

I am fluent in English and Farsi. My approach is compassionate, honest, nonjudgmental, and individualized. I believe recovery is not one-size-fits-all, and that having someone who understands what you’re going through—while providing support, accountability, and consistency—can make a meaningful difference.