Compassionate, Caring & Knowledgeable
Ascentions Treatment Center is an executive, drug & alcohol treatment facility that is on a mission to help. Our mission is to truly help our clients successfully recover from substance abuse. After the success of Rise in Malibu, our affiliated program, we saw the need for a full continuum of care alongside the highest standards in treatment. Through innovative, evidence-based treatment methods, we aim to heal the mind, body & spirit from the turmoil of active addiction.
The Standard Treatment Process
The Highest Standard in Addiction Treatment, Even at the Outpatient Level
The goal of our treatment program is to teach our clients how to live life without the use of drugs & alcohol. We will assess your mental, physical and spiritual needs and work with you to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your specific goals. Ascentions Treatment Center is your top choice for substance abuse treatment. Our caring, knowledgeable staff is on a mission to help you take back your life.
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We Can Help
From detox to inpatient to outpatient treatment, we will help you find treatment.
Same Staff
Keep your therapist and don't worry about meeting new people with our continuum.
Expertly Trained Staff
With over 30+ years of combined treatment experience, our staff understands your needs.
Meet the team
From our executive team to our clinical staff and behavioral health techs, the staff at Ascentions Treatment Center has the experience and knowledge to assist you on your path to long-term, sustainable recovery from substance abuse.
Dr. Mark Stahlhuth, Ph.D
Clinical Director
Dr. Damon Raskin, M.D.
Detox Specialist & Internist
Dr. Ashley Benjamin M.D.
Psychiatrist, Addiction Specialist
Patrick Mitchell
Chief Executive Officer
Parviz Damavandi
Marketing Executive/Founder
Berkeley Davis
Admissions Coordinator
Lori Jasinski
Admissions Coordinator
James McNinch, ACSW
EMDR - Case Manager - 12 Step Counselor
Briana Perlson, ACSW, EMDR
Executive Assistant/Case Management
Kimberly Schliekelman, CATC IV
Executive Assistant/Recovery Counselor
Josh Clark, LVN
Nursing Supervisor
Jeff Alfir
Operations Manager
Emily Broms, RADT-I
Holistic/Yoga Therapist
Cat Macary, RADT-I
Massage Therapist
Angelica Perman, RADT-I
Spiritual Coach
William Schofield, CADC-II
Aftercare Coordinator
John Meeker, CADC IV
Resident Counselor/ Group Facilitator
Spencer Scotti, CATC I
Resident Counselor/ Group Facilitator
Ryan Matthews, RADT-I
Support Staff
Canaan Snook
Personal Trainer
Michael Clark
Chef
Ron Finnerman
Owner/ Founder
What’s Ascentions Alumni are Saying
The team at Ascentions IOP & Rise in Malibu has helped our family in more ways than one. The quality of service and individual attention helped our son find long-term recovery after years of trying.
Jeffery S.
Loved Ones
Ascentions IOP has been an experience in first class care. From my therapists to the comfortable environment I was able to focus on the thing that matters most, my recovery!
Joseph L.
Alumni
The team at RIM & Ascentions truly goes above and beyond for their clients. My sister struggled for years, and after countless programs she finally is celebrating a year of sobriety thanks to this team!
Scott K.
Loved One