Clinical excellence, coastal campuses, human-first recovery.
RVK Treatment was designed to combine high-acuity addiction care with restorative coastal environments that make long-term recovery possible.
Our Mission
At RVK Treatment, our mission is to deliver exceptional, compassionate addiction care that respects the whole person — their history, their biology, their relationships, and their future. We believe recovery is not just possible for everyone; it is achievable with the right clinical support and the right environment.
Our multidisciplinary team — physicians, nurses, licensed therapists, case managers, peer recovery specialists, and family counselors — works as a coordinated unit to deliver individualized care at every stage, from medically supervised detox through long-term aftercare.
We support children, adolescents, adults, and families across six levels of care: medical detox, inpatient stabilization, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and standard outpatient — all connected by a continuity-first philosophy that keeps clients supported every step of the way.
A different kind of addiction treatment
RVK Treatment was founded on the belief that addiction care should combine clinical rigor with human dignity. We do not view addiction as a moral failing or a character flaw. We view it as a medical condition that responds to evidence-based treatment, supportive environments, and sustained connection. Our coastal campuses were chosen intentionally—research suggests that natural settings can support nervous system regulation and improve treatment engagement. We combine the best of clinical science with the restorative power of environment.
We also believe that financial barriers should not prevent someone from getting help. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurance, TriCare, and self-pay. Our admissions team verifies benefits before admission and works to find a pathway for everyone who needs care. Radical accessibility is not a slogan—it is an operational commitment that guides every decision we make about who we serve and how we serve them.
The clinicians and leaders behind RVK
RVK’s leadership team brings together decades of combined experience in addiction medicine, clinical therapy, nursing, and patient advocacy.
Dr. Marisol Vega, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Vega is board-certified in addiction medicine and internal medicine with over 18 years of clinical experience. She leads RVK's physician team, oversees detox and MAT protocols, and ensures every medical decision is evidence-based and patient-centered.
James Whitfield, LCSW
Clinical Director
James brings 14 years of specialized experience in trauma-informed addiction therapy. He developed RVK's integrated dual-diagnosis model and supervises all licensed therapists across every campus.
Priya Nambiar, RN, CARN
Director of Nursing
Priya is a Certified Addiction Registered Nurse with expertise in medically supervised withdrawal management. She leads a nursing team of 40+ staff across all six campuses and designed RVK's 24/7 monitoring protocols.
Carlos Reyes, CADC-II
VP of Admissions & Family Services
Carlos joined RVK after a decade as a certified addiction counselor and patient advocate. He oversees all admissions navigation, insurance verification, and the family services program — ensuring no call goes unanswered and no family goes unsupported.
A decade of growth in coastal recovery care
Founded in Malibu
RVK Treatment opened its first 24-bed residential campus in Malibu, California, with a founding vision of merging coastal environments with clinical rigor.
Second Campus Opened
Growing demand led to the opening of our Pacific Pines campus in Santa Barbara, expanding capacity to 60 licensed beds and adding a dedicated adolescent track.
JCAHO Accreditation
All RVK facilities earned full accreditation from The Joint Commission, recognizing our commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous improvement.
Telehealth & IOP Expansion
During the pandemic, RVK launched a fully virtual Intensive Outpatient Program and telehealth aftercare services, keeping clients connected through unprecedented disruption.
Six Campuses, 100+ Beds
RVK now operates six coastal campuses from Southern California to the Pacific Northwest, with over 100 licensed beds and clinical programming for children, teens, adults, and families.
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