About Luna
At Luna, we provide integrative care for substance use and mental
health. Our team of clinical and medical experts represent an advanced
level of education and experience that has earned us a reputation for
exceptional service at every touchpoint. Since
2016, we've been leading the way in advancing the standard of care in substance use treatment and mental
health, providing clients with the tools and resources they need to meet
their challenges and sustain long-term wellness.
our Story
Advancing the Standard of Care
in Recovery and Mental Health
Houston natives Robert Park, LCDC, and Kathleen Park, LPC-S, LCDC, entered the field of mental health with their own personal experiences of substance use and recovery. Over time, it became clear to them there was a need for high-quality recovery services and mental health care in the Houston area. They saw a need for a practice that would advance the standard of care through robust programming and an elevated level of treatment. Their vision became Luna.
Together, Robert and Kathleen lead Luna alongside alongside a dedicated team of clinical, medical, and direct care professionals, headed by Chief Clinical Officer Dr. John O'Neill, Medical Director Dr. Bo Allaire, and Chief Operating Officer Jay Kelley.
The Values that Guide Us
We believe warmth, safety, and acceptance are core to effective
treatment.
We believe in prioritizing honesty, integrity, individuality, and
love.
We believe there are many ways to arrive at recovery and mental
health.
We believe in honoring each individual in their unique recovery
process.
We believe in a holistic, integrative approach to care that treats the
whole person – mind, body, and spirit.
Meet Our Team
We invite you to meet our dedicated team of clinical, medical, and
direct care professionals, headed by Chief Clinical Officer Dr. John
O'Neill, Medical Director Dr. Bo Allaire, and Chief Operating Officer
Jay Kelley.
Founders
Robert Park
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
LCDC
As co-founder and CEO of Luna, Robert Park leads multiple aspects
of Luna’s operations, from business development and marketing to
staff and client management.
Kathleen Park
Founder and Chief Experience Officer
LPC-S, LCDC
In her role as Luna's Chief Experience Officer, Kathleen is
passionate about infusing the client experience with the
intangible qualities she believes are essential to recovery: love,
compassion, warmth and spirit.
Administration
John O’Neill
Chief Clinical Officer
EDD, LCSW-S, LCDC, CAS
Dr. O’Neill works closely with all aspects of clinical programming
at Luna to foster best practices and creative treatment
techniques. His personal mission is to help clients find joy and
learn to laugh and have...
Jay Kelley
Chief Operating Officer
LCDC
Jay focuses on Luna Recovery’s day-to-day operations, financials,
and business development. He works closely with HR and compliance
to develop systems that optimize workflow for staff and improve
outcomes for clients. He also oversees admissions...
Eric Pavord
Director of Finance and Human Resources
SHRM CP
Eric is dedicated to contributing to Luna’s mission of supporting
individuals and their families in their pursuit of recovery. With
a profound commitment to the well-being of both Luna’s clients and
employees, Eric oversees all...
Zachary Collard
Director of Residential Services
BCN, LCDC, LMSW
Zachary oversees the therapeutic environment where clients reside
during treatment. This involves coordinating with counseling teams
to develop impactful programming; caring for new admissions and
conducting assessments; partnering with the medical team to
coordinate quality...
Jackson Fitzgerald
Director of Professional and Community Relations
Jackson brings extensive experience to his role at Luna Recovery.
With a background working at nearly every level of the treatment
process, he has served in business development roles for several
recovery programs, as well...
Jennifer Burdette
Director of Professional and Community Relations
Jennifer blends extensive medical expertise and a profound
commitment to substance use disorder recovery. Her decades of
recovery experience give her deep understanding and empathy that
resonate with clients. In her role, she connects individuals...
Alvaro Guevara
Director of Outpatient Services
A Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the mental
health field since 2008, Alvaro supports other therapists at Luna
and helps with clinical decision-making. He also provides
individual, family, and group therapy for adolescents...
Rayne Mosher
Admissions Coordinator
After completing Luna’s Intensive Outpatient Program in 2016,
Rayne discovered his passion for helping others with mental health
and substance abuse issues. Today, he is the first person
potential clients and their families work with...
Andrew Kilmacek
Admissions Coordinator
Andrew is a passionate admissions professional dedicated to
helping individuals struggling with substance abuse find the
treatment they need. In his role, he works closely with those
battling addiction as well as their loved ones...
Sarah Blechman
Office Manager
Sarah combines organizational prowess with a desire to uplift and
empower those around her. With meticulous attention to detail and
a proactive approach to problem-solving, she ensures the smooth
and efficient operation of the office...
Medical Team
Leah Huggs
Charge Nurse
RN
Leah provides clients with individualized care as part of their
treatment for addiction or other existing health and psychiatric
problems. She became motivated to work in the field after working
in an ER. There, she
Megan Thomas
Registered Nurse
Megan’s responsibilities include monitoring detox clients for
withdrawal symptoms, daily medical assessments, medication
administration, and client education. Addiction nursing is her
passion, and she believes that connecting with clients and showing
them support, compassion, and...
Evelyn Bruno
Registered Nurse
As a Registered Nurse accredited by the Texas Board of Nursing,
Evelyn supports client recovery by providing medical necessities
such as medications, monitoring vitals, conducting daily
assessments, and actively consulting with physicians. Kind and
attentive...
Therapists
Brandt Taylor
Coordinator of Family Services
LMFT-S, LCDC
Brandt Taylor started his journey at Luna in December 2019 as a
primary therapist, and his experience spans detoxification,
residential care, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP),
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and routine outpatient
therapeutic services.Brandt's expertise...
Vanessa Blandford
Therapist
LPC, LCDC
Embracing Luna’s philosophy of meeting clients and families where
they are, Vanessa Blandford believes treatment and therapy are not
“one size fits all.” Instead, she bases treatment on clients’
strengths and interests, utilizing interventions such...
Justin Thomas
Therapist
LPC, LCDC
Justin helps clients reach their therapeutic goals and improve
their mental health to increase their quality of life. He helps
clients build their autonomy and personal agency, so that they
understand they have a choice...
Haley Qualman
Therapist
LCSW
Haley facilitates PHP and IOP groups and works with adolescents
and adults for individual and family therapy. Her areas of
specialization also include depression, anxiety, suicidal
ideation, self-harm, and addiction. She is trained in
Dialectical...
Emma Hightower
Therapist
LMSW
Emma works with clients in Luna’s PHP, IOP, and aftercare
programs. In addition to facilitating group therapy sessions and
providing individual counseling, she facilitates alumni meetings,
conducts thorough follow-ups, and plans unifying events. Emma's
genuine interest...
Trevor St. Denis
Therapist
Trevor builds strong relationships with adolescents and their
families in the Adolescent IOP. He also facilitates group therapy
sessions and provides individual support to adolescents and
adults.Witnessing firsthand the impact of substance use and
mental...
Shannon Tantillo
Therapist
LCSW-S, LCDC
With more than 35 years of experience in the behavioral health
field, Shannon has provided care in research, detox, inpatient
residential, IOP, and outpatient settings for adults, adolescents,
and families. She is especially experienced in...
Lyndee Potetz
Therapist
LCDC
Lyndee works in Luna’s Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program
(IOP), engaging in heartfelt one-on-one sessions, offering
unwavering support to families, and infusing creativity into
transformative group activities.Currently pursuing a master's in
marriage and family therapy at...
Lindsey Gabriel
Therapist
As an LPC-Associate, Lindsey is a calming and safe presence for
clients. Deeply intuitive herself, she guides clients in
connecting with their intuition and innate goodness. She also
helps them align the internal with the...
Lisa Hale
Therapist LPC LCDC Read More > (soon!)
Cassandra Montemayor
Therapist
Cassandra works with clients in the residential program,
facilitating individual, group, and family therapy for adults. She
also guides families through the complexities of determining the
appropriate level of care needed for their children. Her...
Residential Support
Jean-Philippe Gaston
Executive Chef Read More > (soon!)
Christopher Bergstrom II
Operations Manager
With a passion for facilitating patient wellness and assisting in
their journey toward recovery, Chris is a dedicated recovery
advocate with a strong background in addiction recovery and health
and human services. Driven by exceptional...
Client Support
Brandi Powell
Registered Dietician
Brandi is a registered dietitian and certified eating disorders
specialist. She received her master’s degree in nutrition from
Texas Woman’s University and her bachelor’s degree from the
University of Houston.Brandi’s passion is empowering others to...
Rashidi Idi
Physical Trainer Read More > (soon!)
Diane Bailey
Yoga Instructor
Deeply committed to Luna’s mission, Diane brings a wealth of
experience and knowledge to her role. A therapist for over 25
years, she has expanded her expertise with 300 hours of training
in advanced yoga...
Brianna Menotti
Recovery Advocate
Brianna’s role involves acting as a go-between for clients and
staff. She relays client progress, deposition, and other
information. She also supports individuals one-on-one with their
recovery goals, offers transportation when needed, and helps
with...
Nico Zanotti
Recovery Advocate
Nico acts as a liaison between clients and staff, conveying client
progress, deposition, and other information documented for the
team. He provides personalized support to clients in reaching
their recovery goals, including offering transportation, and...
James Figuerosa
Recovery Advocate
James takes a person-centered approach to serving clients who seek
support and healing at Luna. Formerly incarcerated, he now has a
passion for helping others who come from the same life experiences
as he did...
Kristin Wallen
Recovery Advocate
Kristin supports and assists individuals in recovery from
substance abuse, mental health issues, or other behavioral health
challenges. Since Kristin is on her own recovery journey, her work
is very personal, and she loves what...
Brigitte Lewis
Clinical Intern
Brigitte provides sleep health coaching sessions and HRV
biofeedback sessions for patients, helps record brain scans, and
assists recovery advocates as needed. She also helped design the
Pathways to Sleep matrix, which gives practitioners guidelines...
Bodhi
Client Relations Read More > (soon!)
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