Staff

Steve Silverman, a Los Angeles native, studied to become a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor at Loyola Marymount University. Since 2009, Steve has maintained his sobriety with the belief that social connection is key to maintaining life long recovery. With extensive experience in the field of recovery, he has found his new purpose in helping others. Steve’s approach to recovery is one of reality testing while maintaining a light heart and sense of humor. Steve has touched the lives of many people in recovery.

Duncan McArthur has worked in the recovery field since 2015, gaining extensive experience throughout all levels of care. Beginning as a behavioral health technician, Duncan quickly worked his way to becoming a supervisor. Born and raised in Orange County, Duncan has been sober since 2009. He provides unique insight to our clients as they progress in their sobriety.

Jaime Pratts was born in Jersey City, New Jersey and raised in Los Angeles. Jaime has worked in treatment since 2014 with roles ranging from house manager to a supervisor. His passion for helping others guides his unique ability to support clients and connect with them over food and sports alike.

Clinical therapist Sara Glazer is a Los Angeles local who completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She then earned a Master's degree in Social Work with a focus on Adult Mental Health & Wellness at the University of Southern California. Sara's past work experience has varied from providing services at a drop-in center for homeless youth to practicing therapy for adults suffering from anxiety and depression in a medical setting. She uses her empathic nature to create strong, caring relationships in which clients feel comfortable to share and grow. Sara is passionate about providing dedicated and individualized care throughout the recovery process.

One of CNV's clinical therapists, Tessa Candiotti, is a Los Angeles Native. She earned a bachelor's degree in Social Work from Texas Christian University and a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. Tessa has experience working with adolescents and young adults facing substance abuse disorders and homelessness. Tessa uses a person-centered approach and unconditional positive regard to create a nonjudgemental and safe therapeutic environment for her clients. She sees addiction as a symptom of other underlying issues. Exploring these underlying issues, in addition to a client-centered approach and utilization of evidence-based practices, is important in recovery.

Jennie graduated from NYU in 2001 with dual Masters degrees in Social Work and Public Administration. After the terrorist attacks of 9/11 she worked at a high school in Manhattan with adolescents and their families who experienced trauma. In 2006 Jennie moved to Los Angeles and continued to work with children, adolescents, and families in therapeutic settings and in the human services field. Her areas of specialization are substance abuse, family therapy, trauma treatment, grief counseling, and adolescent behavioral problems. She has extensive experience in treating adolescents and adults with both substance abuse and mental health issues. Jennie uses her relaxed, authentic, and non-judgemental approach to form meaningful relationships with her clients. She sees addiction as secondary to other underlying problems. Jennie is deeply committed to becoming a part of her clients' journeys toward change during challenging times in their lives.