Meet Our Team Your Treatment Team at Scottsdale Detox

Dr. Vines provides more than 25 years of medical and psychiatry practice to Scottsdale Detox as the Medical Director. He has worked in both hospital and addiction settings and is well known for his throrough medical acumen. Dr. Vines graduated from the University of Georgia and Mercer University School of Medicine. He then completed his MD Psychiatric Residency Training Program at Maricopa Medical Center in Arizona. Dr. Vines works alongside the 24-hour RN staff and other suite of providers at Scottsdale Detox to provide the best evidence-based detox experience for every unique individual that enters the doors. When he is providing excellent client care, Dr. Vines can be found mountain biking and being active in the beautiful Arizona outdoors.

Ray Hamilton is a doctor of nursing practice with dual certification in psychiatric and family care. Ray manages the detoxification, MAT, and psychiatric care at the facilities. He is known for his expert knowledge of recovery symptoms & medicine, outstanding bedside manner, and engaging personality that settles clients and helps put them as ease in their recovery process.

Previously, he excelled in the family practice setting while earning the Staff Service Excellence Award for Dignity Health. Ray has been recognized by Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care as a healthcare presenter and public speaker. He also thrived on the electrophysiology team for Munroe Heart.

Valery Nkendong, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, has a wealth of experience in the healthcare industry which has given him a solid foundation to provide client-centered care. Val strives to provide clients with access to high-quality mental health services. Dr. Valery services clients through counseling and medication management. His priority is to get patients actively involved in their treatment plans. Val’s work with clients is critical to their behavioral and overall physical health.

Leslie is the Director of Nursing for Scottsdale Detox, after spending her career in various nursing leadership positions that have provided expertise in medical detox for drugs and alcohol. Leslie has a calm presence that makes clients feel at ease and comfortable during their detox stay while treating them with care and dignity.  At Scottsdale Detox, Leslie leads the nursing staff and the behavioral health technicians and directs the facility’s daily medical operations.

David has a Masters in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from Northern Arizona University. He has worked with populations ranging from individuals with SMI, veterans, & LGBTQIA individuals. He focuses on treating addiction, trauma, mood disorders, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, & much more. David utilizes an eclectic therapeutic approach including ART, TASK model, somatic interventions, & more.

Cameron began his career in addiction treatment in 2019. His training in Sociology has helped in his commitment to helping people overcome addictions, depression, anxiety, & other stressors. Cameron believes that healing is a collaborative endeavor without judgment. Cameron uses a personalized approach by treating individuals with empathy, respect, & understanding to create a tailored plan of care.

Kimberly was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan. She graduated from Davenport University in 2011 with a dual degree in Applied Science with emphasis on Insurance Claims Management and Health Information Technology. Kim comes to Scottsdale Detox with over two decades of experience in behavioral health services, with 17 of those years in direct leadership and employee development. She has specialized in Program Development, Program Management, Clinical Quality Management, and Insurance Claims/Authorization Management. When Kim is not working or spending time with her family, she enjoys volunteering her time alongside of the many community-based organizations as part of the ending homelessness initiative “One Story at a Time”.

Jada has a passion for helping people struggling with addiction and a strong commitment to leading in behavioral health. Her dedication to improving the lives of others is evident in her work as she strives to provide the best care possible. Jada believes in empowering & mentoring other professionals to ensure they have the skills & knowledge necessary to provide effective treatment.

Lisa has spent her entire working career in Human Services and Substance Abuse. Her passion is helping others.  In her free time she loves being outdoors with her children, trying new foods, and relaxing with a funny movie.

I was born and raised in the very rainy Washington State with my family of seven. My love for helping people has pulled me from Real Estate to Medical detox and Rehabilitation. I truly believe that “HOPE” is a state of being and should be incorporated into daily practice along with gratitude. I am grateful I get to work with people trying to better themselves, make healthier choices, and navigate this crazy thing we call life.

Quinn spearheads daily operations & the overall direction for Scottsdale Detox. He emphasizes an unwavering commitment to providing the highest-level quality of care with an understanding that providing clients with the most opportunity for success is the single most important facet of Scottsdale Detox’s mission. Quinn stresses continuing education for Scottsdale Detox staff to ensure all clients receive expert medical care with comfortable amenities. Quinn was a founding member of The Hope House, a renowned residential rehabilitation facility in Scottsdale, AZ.

Seth is the Executive Director of Scottsdale Detox. Seth has more than a decade of experience in Business Development and Operations in Behavioral Health. Seth’s passion for community impact drives him to provide care for all clients. When not spending time with his wife & four children, he actively engages at church & supports the Ohio State football team. Seth’s unwavering commitment to helping families makes him an invaluable asset to Scottsdale Detox and the recovery community.

With more than a decade of industry experience in the recovery field, Megan is a heartfelt professional known for her skill and dedication in leading our Admissions team and processes.

Since getting sober and having navigated her own struggles in addiction and journey of sobriety, Megan’s involvement in the substance abuse field has been characterized by her commitment and genuine passion for making a positive and lasting impact in the community and lives of those she touches.

Megan loves her work, her dog ‘DAWG’, traveling and spending time with her family.

Peyton has 10 years experience in the communication industry with the last 3 years in the addiction space. She is dedicated to making complex topics feel easy to understand. At Scottsdale Detox, Peyton is focused on empowering individuals and families in finding addiction rehab and fact-based drug and alcohol treatment information.