Every one of our professionals is well versed in guiding female clients on their path to healing by treating the whole person, not just the eating disorder or addiction. Through your initial assessment, our team better understands your complete life to capably address issues such as family, culture, and social experiences.
Meet the incredible clinical staff who help deliver premium care in a loving environment.
Program Director - Michelle Smith, LVN
Michelle has a strong background in addiction, nutrition, anxiety disorders, depression, and psychiatric illness.
Michelle works closely with the women at The Victorian (as well as their families) during the treatment process to make sure that the woman will get the best possible
Case Manager - Joi Prendeville - BASW
In addition to expertise working with women in
the field of alcohol and drug addiction, Joi has personal experience overcoming
her own eating disorder, making her an invaluable member of The Victorian team. She has wide-ranging 12-step program knowledge
and a enthusiasm for using that knowledge to help women that are suffering.
Case Manager - Susan Bailey, CAS
A certified Addiction Specialist, Susie is committed to helping women
recover. She brings empathy, enthusiasm,
and extensive knowledge and understanding of the 12-Step Recovery Program,
making her an important member of The Victorian staff.
Consulting Physician - Warren R. Taff, MD, M.P.H
Dr. Warren R. Taff has the unique skill of being able to work with both psychiatric patient populations and chemically dependent ones. His specific expertise is in medication management and he is on faculty at the University of Southern California (USC) for psychiatric residents. Dr. Taff is Board certified and has served as Medical Director for chemical dependency, eating disorders and psychiatric treatment programs with a vertically integrated delivery system. He guides the treatment team in their services of providing addiction treatment.
Jerry Brown, MFT, Psy. D.
Dr. Brown has a outstanding reputation as a licensed Marriage Family
Therapist. He has much experience with
helping patients as well as their families recovery from addictions through his
group and family sessions and lectures.
Marketing and Alumni Coordinator - Irvina
Kanarek
Irvina brings an element of entertainment in her writing and blogging of
the Eating Disorder field. She has the
unique ability to be light-hearted and authentic with clients and is always
straight-forward, making her a vital member of the Victorian House.
She has personal experience overcoming a eating disorder herself and that
journey has helped her develop a strong group of alumni at The Victorian. They support each other in their daily
recovery by holding members accountable.
You are not alone.
The Victorian of Newport Beach commends your courage in taking the first step towards recovery. As the most effective eating disorder treatment facility in California, we encourage anyone suffering from anorexia, bulimia, or compulsive overeating to contact us today. Transform your relationship with food and, more importantly, with yourself to live the life you deserve.