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Our founder, Dr. Robert A. Moran, is quadruple Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Moran is passionate about impacting the field of psychiatry and is dedicated to providing ethical, evidence-based treatment.
He is a clinical instructor of medicine at Yale University, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Nova Southeastern University, affiliated assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and is on the faculty of 6 other medical schools. He serves as a psychiatric resident instructor and a volunteer faculty member for more than 70 medical education institutions around the United States. Since 1993, Dr. Moran has dedicated his life to the study and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and is at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment.
Kristen has been with us since April 2020. She earned her master’s degree from Barry University in 2003. She has worked in Internal Medicine for 15 years and is excited to be transitioning into psychiatry and behavior health. Kristen grew up in South Florida. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for over 20 years and they have three daughters.
Our founder, Dr. Robert A. Moran, is quadruple Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Moran is passionate about impacting the field of psychiatry and is dedicated to providing ethical, evidence-based treatment.
He is a clinical instructor of medicine at Yale University, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Nova Southeastern University, affiliated assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and is on the faculty of 6 other medical schools. He serves as a psychiatric resident instructor and a volunteer faculty member for more than 70 medical education institutions around the United States. Since 1993, Dr. Moran has dedicated his life to the study and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and is at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment.
Vanessa Thompkins is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. She began working at Family Center for Recovery over 5 years ago as a mental health intern. She has worked primarily with adult patients seeking treatment for psychiatric illness. Vanessa is dedicated to helping provide education and insight to allow others the greatest possible success with living happy and healthy lives.
Our founder, Dr. Robert A. Moran, is quadruple Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Moran is passionate about impacting the field of psychiatry and is dedicated to providing ethical, evidence-based treatment.
He is a clinical instructor of medicine at Yale University, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Nova Southeastern University, affiliated assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and is on the faculty of 6 other medical schools. He serves as a psychiatric resident instructor and a volunteer faculty member for more than 70 medical education institutions around the United States. Since 1993, Dr. Moran has dedicated his life to the study and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and is at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment.
Donna moved to Florida in 2008, with over 35 years’ experience in Management for nationally recognized retail stores. In May of 2011, Donna joined the Family Center For Recovery where she continues to utilize her skills. Donna is directly responsible for hiring staff, training, development, performance management and employee relations. Donna is exceptionally organized, disciplined and her interpersonal and communication skills allow her to motivate and direct others in a supportive, cooperative team environment.
Bill has over 30 years of extensive experience in the information technology field with a broad range of skills that range from IT Management to hardware and software support to web and print design and marketing.
Bill worked in The World Financial Center in Manhattan, New York for over 7 years as the IT Director of a large Brokerage Firm, Rodman & Renshaw. Bill was responsible for implementing the advanced info-structure of their New York and Boston offices, where he designed and created one of the first Intranet systems, which helped dramatically improve communication and production within the State Wide Organization. Bill was also responsible for maintaining all of the network, phones and computer systems of Rodman’s 500+ employees in their New York and Boston offices.
Bill then relocated to South Florida where he has worked with and consulted for some major companies over the past 21 years, including NetVision Worldwide, Virtacon, Bidnow and Visual Magic. By combining his powerful management skills with his creative development skills, Bill has helped companies grow and develop in this ever-changing technology field.
John Boyles was born and raised in Warminster, PA where he graduated from Warminister Tenant High School in 1980. After relocating to Florida in the early 1990s, John was involved with the development of a number of business ventures including the operation and administration of alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers. His introduction to the industry was as a tech for the Life skills Rehabilitation Center of Boca Raton where he was instrumental in assuring compliance with governmental rules and regulations as well as creating policies and procedures for the day to day living environment.
John was recruited in 1998 to assist with the development and opening of the Advanced Recovery Center better known as ARC where he was instrumental in developing all day to day operating procedures, government accountability, training programs for employees, housing maintenance as well as a personal assistant to the CEO and Director of Operations. John comes to Family Center for Recovery with over 17 years of hands on experience in the treatment center business and is currently living clean and sober as well as practicing a 12 step lifestyle. His strong business and personal relationships with people allows him to be both compassionate and caring while assisting others to move seamlessly into the program.
Leland Knights, II moved to Florida in 2003. He joined Family Center for Recovery in 2012. He brings to Family Center For Recovery an extensive career in management. Leland started his journey with us at our Transitional Living and was promoted to a Supervisor of that Community. Leland continues to grow and is an asset to our team. In 2017 became patient account specialist taking care of patients rent accounts and trust accounts and handles all our self-pay patients.
David Aretz has worked at FCFR for over 9 years. He has worked in many areas of FCFR. Beginning as Dr. Moran’s assistant, David went into the marketing aspect of the business before moving into the Billing Department where he processes Billing, Collecting and performs the auditing of the accounts.
Linda Rudnet has worked in the healthcare industry for over 25 years managing various physician practices. Duties that included day to day running of the office, drug research studies, IV infusions, as well as billing and collections. She came to Family Center For Recovery February 16, 2015 where she continues to do billing and collections. She serves as chair person in Guest Services for Sunfest for the last 12 years.
John Boyles was born and raised in Warminster, PA where he graduated from Warminister Tenant High School in 1980. After relocating to Florida in the early 1990s, John was involved with the development of a number of business ventures including the operation and administration of alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers. His introduction to the industry was as a tech for the Life skills Rehabilitation Center of Boca Raton where he was instrumental in assuring compliance with governmental rules and regulations as well as creating policies and procedures for the day to day living environment.
John was recruited in 1998 to assist with the development and opening of the Advanced Recovery Center better known as ARC where he was instrumental in developing all day to day operating procedures, government accountability, training programs for employees, housing maintenance as well as a personal assistant to the CEO and Director of Operations. John comes to Family Center for Recovery with over 17 years of hands on experience in the treatment center business and is currently living clean and sober as well as practicing a 12 step lifestyle. His strong business and personal relationships with people allows him to be both compassionate and caring while assisting others to move seamlessly into the program.
Deloris Valentin is the mother of 2 boys. She graduated from Lake Worth High School and has been working for FCFR for 5 years.
Flavio Leon graduated from Sagrado Corazon High School in Esmeraldas Ecuador. He has been working as a maintenance specialist for over 22 years, and has been working for Family Center for Recovery for 1 and a half years. He enjoys the job greatly.
Jim came to Family Center For Recovery in November of 2012 from Ft Myers FL. He started as a PHP coordinator, then became a lead coordinator at our Transitional Living, and is currently the Supervisor for Residential/Detox/PHP.
Jim states, “it has been a very rewarding 5 years helping patients, working for Dr Moran, and the best team in the recovery field.”
Our founder, Dr. Robert A. Moran, is quadruple Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Moran is passionate about impacting the field of psychiatry and is dedicated to providing ethical, evidence-based treatment.
He is a clinical instructor of medicine at Yale University, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Nova Southeastern University, affiliated assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and is on the faculty of 6 other medical schools. He serves as a psychiatric resident instructor and a volunteer faculty member for more than 70 medical education institutions around the United States. Since 1993, Dr. Moran has dedicated his life to the study and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and is at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment.
Kristen has been with us since April 2020. She earned her master’s degree from Barry University in 2003. She has worked in Internal Medicine for 15 years and is excited to be transitioning into psychiatry and behavior health. Kristen grew up in South Florida. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for over 20 years and they have three daughters.
Our founder, Dr. Robert A. Moran, is quadruple Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Moran is passionate about impacting the field of psychiatry and is dedicated to providing ethical, evidence-based treatment.
He is a clinical instructor of medicine at Yale University, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Nova Southeastern University, affiliated assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and is on the faculty of 6 other medical schools. He serves as a psychiatric resident instructor and a volunteer faculty member for more than 70 medical education institutions around the United States. Since 1993, Dr. Moran has dedicated his life to the study and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and is at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment.
Vanessa Thompkins is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. She began working at Family Center for Recovery over 5 years ago as a mental health intern. She has worked primarily with adult patients seeking treatment for psychiatric illness. Vanessa is dedicated to helping provide education and insight to allow others the greatest possible success with living happy and healthy lives.
Our founder, Dr. Robert A. Moran, is quadruple Board Certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Moran is passionate about impacting the field of psychiatry and is dedicated to providing ethical, evidence-based treatment.
He is a clinical instructor of medicine at Yale University, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at Nova Southeastern University, affiliated assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and is on the faculty of 6 other medical schools. He serves as a psychiatric resident instructor and a volunteer faculty member for more than 70 medical education institutions around the United States. Since 1993, Dr. Moran has dedicated his life to the study and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and is at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment.
Donna moved to Florida in 2008, with over 35 years’ experience in Management for nationally recognized retail stores. In May of 2011, Donna joined the Family Center For Recovery where she continues to utilize her skills. Donna is directly responsible for hiring staff, training, development, performance management and employee relations. Donna is exceptionally organized, disciplined and her interpersonal and communication skills allow her to motivate and direct others in a supportive, cooperative team environment.
Bill has over 30 years of extensive experience in the information technology field with a broad range of skills that range from IT Management to hardware and software support to web and print design and marketing.
Bill worked in The World Financial Center in Manhattan, New York for over 7 years as the IT Director of a large Brokerage Firm, Rodman & Renshaw. Bill was responsible for implementing the advanced info-structure of their New York and Boston offices, where he designed and created one of the first Intranet systems, which helped dramatically improve communication and production within the State Wide Organization. Bill was also responsible for maintaining all of the network, phones and computer systems of Rodman’s 500+ employees in their New York and Boston offices.
Bill then relocated to South Florida where he has worked with and consulted for some major companies over the past 21 years, including NetVision Worldwide, Virtacon, Bidnow and Visual Magic. By combining his powerful management skills with his creative development skills, Bill has helped companies grow and develop in this ever-changing technology field.
John Boyles was born and raised in Warminster, PA where he graduated from Warminister Tenant High School in 1980. After relocating to Florida in the early 1990s, John was involved with the development of a number of business ventures including the operation and administration of alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers. His introduction to the industry was as a tech for the Life skills Rehabilitation Center of Boca Raton where he was instrumental in assuring compliance with governmental rules and regulations as well as creating policies and procedures for the day to day living environment.
John was recruited in 1998 to assist with the development and opening of the Advanced Recovery Center better known as ARC where he was instrumental in developing all day to day operating procedures, government accountability, training programs for employees, housing maintenance as well as a personal assistant to the CEO and Director of Operations. John comes to Family Center for Recovery with over 17 years of hands on experience in the treatment center business and is currently living clean and sober as well as practicing a 12 step lifestyle. His strong business and personal relationships with people allows him to be both compassionate and caring while assisting others to move seamlessly into the program.
Leland Knights, II moved to Florida in 2003. He joined Family Center for Recovery in 2012. He brings to Family Center For Recovery an extensive career in management. Leland started his journey with us at our Transitional Living and was promoted to a Supervisor of that Community. Leland continues to grow and is an asset to our team. In 2017 became patient account specialist taking care of patients rent accounts and trust accounts and handles all our self-pay patients.
David Aretz has worked at FCFR for over 9 years. He has worked in many areas of FCFR. Beginning as Dr. Moran’s assistant, David went into the marketing aspect of the business before moving into the Billing Department where he processes Billing, Collecting and performs the auditing of the accounts.
Linda Rudnet has worked in the healthcare industry for over 25 years managing various physician practices. Duties that included day to day running of the office, drug research studies, IV infusions, as well as billing and collections. She came to Family Center For Recovery February 16, 2015 where she continues to do billing and collections. She serves as chair person in Guest Services for Sunfest for the last 12 years.
John Boyles was born and raised in Warminster, PA where he graduated from Warminister Tenant High School in 1980. After relocating to Florida in the early 1990s, John was involved with the development of a number of business ventures including the operation and administration of alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers. His introduction to the industry was as a tech for the Life skills Rehabilitation Center of Boca Raton where he was instrumental in assuring compliance with governmental rules and regulations as well as creating policies and procedures for the day to day living environment.
John was recruited in 1998 to assist with the development and opening of the Advanced Recovery Center better known as ARC where he was instrumental in developing all day to day operating procedures, government accountability, training programs for employees, housing maintenance as well as a personal assistant to the CEO and Director of Operations. John comes to Family Center for Recovery with over 17 years of hands on experience in the treatment center business and is currently living clean and sober as well as practicing a 12 step lifestyle. His strong business and personal relationships with people allows him to be both compassionate and caring while assisting others to move seamlessly into the program.
Deloris Valentin is the mother of 2 boys. She graduated from Lake Worth High School and has been working for FCFR for 5 years.
Flavio Leon graduated from Sagrado Corazon High School in Esmeraldas Ecuador. He has been working as a maintenance specialist for over 22 years, and has been working for Family Center for Recovery for 1 and a half years. He enjoys the job greatly.
Jim came to Family Center For Recovery in November of 2012 from Ft Myers FL. He started as a PHP coordinator, then became a lead coordinator at our Transitional Living, and is currently the Supervisor for Residential/Detox/PHP.
Jim states, “it has been a very rewarding 5 years helping patients, working for Dr Moran, and the best team in the recovery field.”