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Dr. Marshall’s Autobiography
Dr Keith Marshall overcame the hardships of growing up in a poor socio-economic environment, and enduring early childhood sexual and physical abuse (which led him to a chronic drug addiction). For many years while he was addicted, he experienced multiple near-death events including being shot in head and stabbed multiple times, relationships disruptions, homelessness, employment disruptions, low-self-worth, and most importantly, an unexplainable spiritual event in 2006 which freed him from the bondage of addiction (described in his autobiography “Fear To Freedom From Dumpster to Doctor”). After many months of painstaking introspective work on himself and making amends to others and himself for his past mistakes, Dr. Mashall was able to realize that his past pain, pushed him to his purpose in life, which is to help others overcome addiction and human developmental struggles
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Medical Director
Family and Addiction Medicine
Dr. Moses Nasser has a double board certification in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. His experience in addiction medicine goes back to when he started meditating in medical school over 20 years ago. The adventure of spiritual growth that followed led to the study and use of holistic healing, music for meditation and healing, guided meditation, and guided imagery, and understanding the deep physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual reasons that we turn to addictive substances and behaviors. This led to a medical weight loss practice where he integrated a complete mindfulness program for emotional eating and food addiction.
Dr. Moses continued to practice Family Medicine, including Osteopathic Manipulation and meditation, and teaching spirituality and natural healing. He also practiced urgent care medicine and created a large-scale mindfulness-based customer service program for a large medical group, training hundreds of health care workers in how to treat patients with compassion and empathy.
Dr. Moses then fully transitioned out of family medicine, urgent care, and customer service to practicing Addiction Medicine. He attained his “MAT” certification (Medication Assisted Treatment) and so prescribes medications for cravings, notably buprenorphine (Suboxone, Subutex) and naltrexone (Vivitrol). He gained his board certification in Addiction Medicine through the American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine. He also underwent a fellowship training to build up his psychiatric skillset (TNT-Primary Care Psychiatry Fellowship), treating clients with addiction for their underlying mental health needs, especially depression and anxiety. He is now the medical director of multiple addiction recovery centers in southern California.
In 2017, Dr. Moses found himself in the midst of a terrible divorce and needing to take the same medications he was prescribing for his patients, but now for his own depression and anxiety. This experience brought a new depth of compassion and empathy for his patients. Thankfully, in October of 2019, he had a spiritual conversion and became radically healed. Now, free of medications, he has gained an even deeper understanding of the nature of addiction in relation to God, including the concepts of forgiveness, guilt, shame, faith, hope, peace, and spiritual power. He is seeing his clients healed and walking in victory and freedom from guilt and shame, making great progress in conquering their addictions, and gaining full possession of the beauty and richness of life that is their inheritance.
Here Dr. Moses describes his approach to care:
“It is imperative that I take the time to listen carefully to every client, for as long as you need, until you feel heard and understood and seen, and until I fully understand where you are coming from, what you need, and what it is that I can offer to help you on your journey of healing. I am a partner with the client; I don’t tell you what to do. We work together to figure out a plan that we are both happy with in moving forward in the healing adventure. I also make sure to explain how each medication works, the possible side effects, and the possible dosages that we can use. I prefer not to overmedicate my clients; I would rather help you find that sweet spot where your symptoms are relieved, but you still feel like you are yourself, and you can function at your absolute best for your family, your work, your friendships, and in every area of life. And as the medications help you to be your best, we must realize that the medications don’t heal you! Healing takes work. So, we will explore, together, what types of healing resources will work best for you, from therapy to fellowships and meetings, and I will encourage you to pursue your healing through those means while monitoring your medications the whole time. In time, as you pursue your healing, you may not need a certain medication anymore! And maybe you will. Either way, I’ll be excited to walk alongside you and take the journey with you! Even as you read this, I declare VICTORY over you! You are a mighty warrior, and you will conquer every addiction that has held you down! You will live a life filled with the abundance and peace that God has planned for you! Bless you!”
Clinical Supervisor and Mental Health Consultant
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Dr Johnson is both a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in Depressive Disorders. Dr Johnson earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Anthropology and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Black Studies from the University of California, Riverside.
Dr. Johnson continued to advance his education and earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, and his Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Clinical Psychology from Cambridge Graduate School of Psychology, Los Angeles California.
Dr. Johnson brings a vast amount of education, experience, and guidance and direction, to Dedicato Treatment Center. In addition to his duties with Dedicato, he is also the President and Head Deacon of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Los Angeles.
Corporate Compliance and Training
David DeQua serves as Corporate Compliance Officer of Dedicato Treatment facilities programming. His primary role is to ensure that Environment of Care, Clinical Services, and Operational processes are fulfilled to the highest standards. David also builds workplace culture with a focus on employee and organizational empowerment. He has dedicated his life to the personal and professional development of the individual. He brings that talent to our clients in recovery and our professional staff.
At Dedicato we have a growth mindset and David embodies that spirit. Mr. DeQua carries many Certifications and Credentials in Addiction Treatment and Anger Management. He has specialized training in EMDR – Trauma Mitigation, Certified Co-Occurring Disorder Specialist, Anger Management, Positive Psychology Training, Trauma Mitigation Coach, Dale Carnegie Leadership Training, CPR/First Aide Certification, Clinical Supervisor Training, Joint Commission Standards, and Department of Health Care Services subject matter expert. When asked what he enjoys most about his work he responds, “Witnessing individuals to regain their Human Excellence.”
Kirsten Winter has been trained in many brain-based modalities, among them EMDR, Brainspotting, and Image Transformation Therapy. These modalities help and support individuals in their healing from trauma, depression and anxiety. She is a very compassionate therapist and works closely with Dedicato clients to support them in their healing recovery. Her core strength is in her almost magic ability to help clients identify old wounds, notice patterns in their lives and begin the work on healing. Kirsten acknowledges that trauma that has been repressed with no conscience memory, is stored in the body and can lead to other challenges. Through the modalities she utilizes she can even help release these traumas from the nervous system and focus on healing. Her work is central to our integrative model of Mind, Body, Spirit, releasing the self from limiting beliefs.
Healthcare Administrator
Lilly Marshall was born and raised in the city of Pasadena, California. Lilly knows firsthand the negative ramifications of substance abuse because she grew up the child of an alcoholic father and then watched her husband struggle for many years with an addiction before he got clean and sober. After growing up witnessing and dealing with an alcoholic parent and then watching her husband suffer from addiction Lilly decided that she wanted to work in the field of addictions treatment in a supportive role.
In her efforts to grow and develop Lilly went back to school to Northwest College to earn a Certificate in Medical Insurance Billing, and both her associate and bachelor’s degrees in health care administration from the University of Phoenix. In addition, Lilly completed the education and training requirement by the National Anger Management Association to earn her Certification as an Anger Management Specialist-I.
Currently Lilly works as the Head Administrator for Dedicato Treatment Center Treatment Center, handling and coordinating all the administrative functions. In addition to her role as the Head Administrator Lilly sometimes will facilitate anger management classes.
Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor
Certified Addictions Specialist
After many years of struggling with her own addiction Sheila overcame her addiction and rebuilt her life. As a result of those changes Sheila decided to pursue the necessary education requirements to become certified as an addiction professional under CCAPP, so that she could be better equipped to help others overcome their addictions and rebuild their lives.
In addition, Sheila pursued her education to become an AFPA Certified Yoga Instructor so that she could use other specialized approaches to help people. Sheila shares her yoga practice and her love of the outdoors with clients as a way to connect with their own spirituality and to find their personal center. By including physical exercise and fresh air into her work with clients she is able to help them build structure, discipline and fun into their daily routine. Her goal and her passion are to help clients discover and reach for their personal “best”. Setting goals and celebrating our client’s personal achievements is a core component of her philosophy and a cornerstone of the Dedicato mission.
Program Coordinator
Registered Addictions Counselor
Certified Anger Management Instructor
Kalen has been working at Dedicato Treatment Center since 2019. Kalen’s interest,
and passion to help people who suffer from addiction and human development
struggles, came after hearing and reading his father’s traumatic story of addiction,
childhood abuse, homelessness, and how he overcame his struggles.
In addition, Kalen witnessed a close family member struggle with addiction and
mental health issues, which inspired Kalen to gain the necessary education and
skills so he could become a positive motivating force in the profession of mental
health and human development.
In his efforts to develop as a professional Kalen earned two associate degrees
(Psychology and Behavioral Health Science) from Pasadena City College, and a
bachelor’s degree in psychology from California State University-Fullerton. In
addition, Kalen earned the education and training to become an Anger Management
Specialist-I, by the National Anger Management Association, and Certified Personal
Fitness Trainer by the International Sports and Science Association. Kalen is
currently attending Intercoast College to receive his Certificate to obtain certification
as Substance Use Disorder Counselor.
Kalen’s is a State of California div 4, Rio Hondo League, and San Gabriel Valley Track
and Field Champion in the boy’s high school 100-, 200-, and 400-meter run and the
100- and 400-meter relays. Kalen was also the San Gabriel Valley All-Star Basketball
Defensive player of the year in 2016, and helped his high school team make the
playoffs and compete for a state div 4 championships for three straight years.
In addition to his high school athletic career Kalen participated in college Track and
Field in the 200 and 400 meters, and 4x 400-meter relays winning many events. His
outstanding high school and collegiate sports career have given him a strong work
ethic and teamwork approach.
Kalen is passionate about fitness, mental health, and the overall quality of life. Kalen
is currently the Program Coordinator and Counselor with our patients in Substance
Use Disorder Treatment and clients in the Anger Management Program at Dedicato
Treatment Center.
In addition to our core clinical and administrative staff, Dedicato Treatment Center is dedicated to providing some of the best treatment options available. In addition to the “core” staff highlighted above, we also employ and utilize a number of Licensed and Certified Independent Clinicians for group facilitation and individual counseling.
Dedicato Treatment Center is dedicated to caring, and seriously committed to providing treatment that will enhance our patient’s ability to achieve optimal mental health and recovery from chemical dependency.
