Derek is an addiction therapist with 12 years of experience working across a continuum of care, including detox, residential treatment, PHP, IOP, and outpatient settings. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University and currently holds both the LAAC credential in Arizona and the CADC III credential in California to be an Addiction Therapist. He integrates gradual exposure therapy, narrative therapy, and holistic approaches to support healing, improve brain chemistry, and help clients create meaningful shifts in perspective and overall wellness.