Gregory Davenport

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CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Gregory Davenport

Gregory Davenport is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. He has been serving in the field of addiction for nearly ten years and is dedicated to being a part of a treatment team that prioritizes client care first. In addition, Gregory has taught at California State University, Fullerton, for the last three years, teaching addictions and crisis intervention classes. Gregory attended California State University, Fullerton, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services in 2012, a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University in 2014, and a Master’s degree in Addictions Counseling from Grand Canyon University in 2016.

As a clinician, Gregory utilizes an eclectic approach; however, the theoretical frameworks that most define him professionally combine unconditional positive regard, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral theory. His style is pragmatic, professional, down-to-earth, and based on professional and personal experiences.

Gregory enjoys playing a good chess game and spending time with his family.  

Sue Shepard

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Payroll Specialist

Sue Shepard, Payroll Specialist

Sue has a Bachelors Degree In Business Administration and Management from Redlands University and over three decades of experience in the business world.  Sue brings her exceptional organizational and communication skills to the complex world of recovery. She has a driven attitude in work ethics and her experience shows it well. Her area of expertise includes administration, bookkeeping, and payroll.  Her professional manner and personal experience make her an invaluable asset to our team.  In her spare time, you will find Sue out walking with her dog Izzi or at the beach.

Karen Hart, RADT

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DETOX SUPERVISOR

Karen Hart, RADT

Newport Beach Recovery Center has the privilege to call Karen an employee since 2015. She completed her Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician Certification with CCAAP. Karen can personally relate to the recovery process and constantly expresses her gratitude for the opportunity to give back and support women in their journey to recover from drugs and alcohol. She attributes her success to her ability to take direction from the women she surrounds herself with in Alcoholics Anonymous and working the program of AA. Karen enjoys volunteering, sponsoring women, and spending quality time with her children – ‘Gifts’ she claims, as a result of her sobriety.

Dr. Rafael Penunuri, MD

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Medical Director

Dr. Rafael Penunuri, MD

Dr. Rafael Penunuri is Newport Beach Recovery Center’s Medical Director and has over 20 years of extensive experience in detoxification and general family practice.  He has been a trusted doctor in the Southern California medical community since 1985, and is board certified with the American Board of Addiction Medicine since December 2010 and the American Board of Family Practice since July 1985. Dr. Penunuri is a graduate of UCLA School of Medicine. He is also a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the American Society of Addiction Medicine.

Dr. Penuniri believes the disease of addiction is monumental and complex, and that there is always more to be done and more individuals to be helped. He is proud to be part of what he feels is a great and honorable mission. His hobbies include skiing, racquetball and soccer.

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Tiffany Monterroso, CADC, CAS

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Director of Operations

Tiffany Monterroso, CADC, CAS

Tiffany has been a dedicated employee for Newport Beach Recovery Center since 2013. Her amazing work ethic has helped her grow professionally, beginning as a Recovery Technician and is now NBRC’s Director of Operations. She is obviously passionate about helping women overcome their addiction. Tiffany is a Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor and Licensed Vocational Nurse who has dreams of becoming a Registered Nurse. On her free time Tiffany enjoys spending time with her family and snuggling with her French bulldog ‘Chico’.

Frank Hiner

Chief Executive Officer

Frank Hiner, Chief Executive Officer

Frank has been the Executive Director of Newport Beach Recovery Center (NBRC) since 2013 and brings over of decade of management experience to NBRC. Originally from New York, his strong work ethic is complimented by a commitment of providing help to those who need it.  His dedication and passion for those in recovery is obvious by his willingness to help someone get where they need to be, both physically and metaphorically.  Frank often proves that having fun in recovery is possible by putting together events for the women in the program.  He enjoys spending time with his Weimaraner named Ryder.

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