About Prevail Recovery Center
Our dedicated team of treatment professionals creates a tranquil, structured, and motivating treatment experience with individual and group therapies to help you succeed and stay inspired.
Partial Hospitalization Programs. Day & Night
Intensive Outpatient Programs
Outpatient Programs
Our Vision at Prevail Recovery Center
Each of these components have an important effect on the well-being of a person. We treat not just the physical aspect of the disease, but also the emotional, familial, environmental and social.
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Our Talented Staff
We keep our clients motivated throughout their recovery plan and held accountable as they shed their chemical addictions and emotional codependence to substance abuse, ultimately achieving and maintaining the clean lifestyle they deserve.
Scott Hastings
CEO
Scott Hastings
CEO
Scott Hastings grew up in Dallas, TX, where, at a young age, he struggled with drug and alcohol addiction. In 2013, he decided to change his life, move to South Florida and embrace sobriety. Ever since, he has dedicated his professional career to helping addicts in need. He has 8+ years of experience in the field, 7 of which in leadership and management positions. He specializes in accreditation, compliance, operations, crisis management, business development and personnel management. He strives daily to create an atmosphere at Prevail to facilitate safety, comfort and success for all patients.
Tyler Wagner
Business Development
Tyler Wagner
Business Development
Tyler Wagner, 26, is from Mount Laurel, NJ. Tyler relocated to Fort Lauderdale when he was 18 and started working in the recovery industry at the age of 21. Over the past five years Tyler has passionately worked as an outreach Coordinator and the Director of Business Relations in several recovery centers throughout south Florida. During this time, Tyler oversaw both inpatient and business development divisions and worked hand and hand with the CEOs of the companies. He has successfully assisted over 100 suffering addicts to a sober living life.
Andrew Turner
Director of Client Services & Alumni Coordinator
Andrew Turner
Director of Client Services & Alumni Coordinator
Andrew Turner is from Bangor, Maine and struggled with addiction after being prescribed narcotics for a sports injury. Realizing he was in trouble, Andrew reached out to find his way back to a sober life. He moved to South Florida in 2013 in search of sobriety and stayed ever since. Andrew has dedicated his life to helping others who struggle with addiction and mental health illness and regularly goes above and beyond for anyone in need. He started working as a Behavioral Health Technician working up to various roles including case management, outreach and operations. He also has experience working with adolescents as a local outreach coordinator. Andrew believes every addict deserves a second chance at life and is dedicated to making that a reality.
Evan Prager
Director of Business Development
Evan Prager
Director of Business Development
Evan Prager, 33, is from East Meadow, NY. He found himself struggling with substance abuse early on in high school which followed him into adult hood addictions to drugs. Recognizing the need for change he sought the help of others for his sobriety and decided to dedicate his life to helping others find their own path to clean and sober living. Evan relocated to South, Florida and began working in the detox and rehabilitation industry. Evan has worked at multiple treatment centers in various roles from Admissions Director to Marketing Director increasing patient outreach all over South Florida. His desire in life is give other fellow addicts the tools to live a healthy sober life like him.
Justin Denenberg
Director of Business Development
Justin Denenberg
Director of Business Development
Justin Denenberg, our Director of Business Development, was born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in New Jersey. After overcoming substance abuse and achieving sobriety in 2012, Justin entered the rehabilitation industry in 2013. His personal recovery journey fuels his passion for helping others. At Prevail Recovery Center, Justin uses his unique experiences to support clients and guide them through treatment, making him a vital part of our team.
Alex Castillo
Clinical Director
Alex Castillo
Clinical Director
Meet Alex, a seasoned mental health professional hailing from the vibrant community of South Florida. Alejandro embarked on his academic journey at Florida International University, where he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. Building on this foundation, he furthered his education at Barry University, obtaining a dual Masters in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy. In the state of Florida, Mr. Castillo holds esteemed licenses as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC),Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and is recognized as a Master’s Level Certified Addictions Professional (MCAP). His expertise extends beyond the Sunshine State, with additional licensure in Tennessee as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and in New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Notably, in Florida, he also carries the certification of a Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA).With an impressive track record spanning over 24 years, Mr. Castillo has dedicated his career to the mental health field, specializing in working with both Substance Abuse primary and Dually diagnosed populations. His professional journey commenced in the non-profit sector, and over the years, he has navigated diverse settings, including Primary Mental Health, Detox, Adolescents, and Veteran-Based programs at both outpatient and residential levels of care. Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Castillo has assumed various roles, from therapist and program coordinator to Clinical Supervisor and Director of Adult Services. With much experience and commitment to holistic mental health, Alejandro Castillo continues to positively impact individuals and communities, providing compassionate and effective counseling services.
Cecilia Plavnik
Chief Clinical Officer
Cecilia Plavnik
Chief Clinical Officer
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Dr. Sergey Litvinov, MD
Psychiatry Specialist
Dr. Sergey Litvinov, MD
Psychiatry Specialist
Meet Dr. Litvinov, the Medical Director for Reign and Prevail. Over the past twenty years he has seen an increase in the importance of the body in psychology, neuroscience, philosophy of mind and psycho- pharmacology. It challenges the orthodox view in cognitive science in several ways: it downplays the traditional 'mind-as-computer' approach and emphasizes the role of interactions between the brain, body, and environment. computation and representation. He looks at the current relationship between orthodox cognitive science and the study of mental disorder and consider the implications all of them in my practice. Dr. Litvinov has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years. His interest is General Psychiatry (particularly, Adult Age Psychiatry). He also accomplished Fellowships in Geriatric Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry.
Janet Johnson
Primary Therapist
Janet Johnson
Primary Therapist
Meet Janet, a Massachusetts native who spent her formative years surrounded by her parents and siblings. In1986, she embarked on a journey to Florida, accompanied by her two young children, seeking a fresh start. For over three decades, Janet honed her skills as a hairstylist, all the while nurturing her personal recovery journey, which began in 1987. Today, Janet is a shining example of unyielding dedication to the path of recovery. With consistent, long-term sobriety as her companion, she remains a steadfast presence in support meetings, actively encouraging women to recognize their intrinsic strength and grace. As her own journey unfolded within a 12-step fellowship, a deep-seated calling prompted her to transition into the field of addiction treatment. In 2004, Janet took her first step into the world of recovery as a front desk professional at a state-run women's facility. She commenced her journey as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)and, through unwavering determination and hard work, advanced to the role of therapist. Her true purpose was to give back to her community, echoing the benevolence she received during her own recovery. With an unshakeable commitment to making a positive impact, Janet enrolled in the Academy of Addiction Professionals and continued her educational voyage at Union Institute. Her dedication bore fruit as she graduated, earning the esteemed title of Certified Addiction Professional. Janet's fervor lies in instilling hope in those who may have lost it along the way. She firmly believes that anyone, with a willingness to embrace the straightforward guidance that paves the way to recovery, can achieve lasting sobriety
Mike Borzillo
Operations Manager
Mike Borzillo
Operations Manager
Meet Mike. He has decades of personal and professional experience in the field of mental health and works in an operational capacity in South Florida and Tennessee. Mike has the perfect blend of grit and compassion that allows him to immerse himself in the challenging field of mental health, decade after decade, without losing the love for what he does. Over his career, Mike has worked from Admissions to discharge, later transitioning into Senior Management. His unique abilities and experienced leadership inspires deep loyalty and trust of those around him - staff and clients alike. His superpower is in drawing the best out of people. This is evident when you watch him interact with those around him. His stabilizing leadership and guidance makes him an invaluable asset to his colleagues. His empathy and compassion makes clients feel cared for and comfortable, even the most difficult. Mike credits his own (often painful) journey in recovery for his amazing life and career. With almost 20 years clean and sober he understands intuitively what people need. You'll recognize him by his unmistakable Boston accent, his love for his family, and his freakish knowledge of all things New York Yankees.
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