Meet Our Team

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Welcome to Rainbow Hill Recovery, your haven on the vibrant Miracle Mile in Los Angeles, CA. Our LGBTQ+ affirming intensive outpatient program is designed to support individuals in their journey toward recovery from substance use disorders. We are committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment where you can thrive. Our compassionate clinicians and staff members are dedicated to creating a nurturing community that promotes growth, self-discovery, and long-term sobriety

At Rainbow Hill Recovery, we understand the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ community, and we are here to provide a space that celebrates and affirms your identity. We aim to create an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere where you can explore your personal growth and recovery. Our program is designed to empower you and celebrate your authentic self, ensuring that your specific needs and experiences are respected and valued. You will be embraced by our dedicated team, whose members are passionate about helping you overcome the obstacles on your path to healing.

When you choose Rainbow Hill Recovery, you become part of our Rainbow Hill Family. Our warm and welcoming team is here to provide you with the care, guidance, and understanding you need to achieve lasting recovery. We honor and celebrate your journey and are committed to empowering you to live a life of sobriety, joy, and fulfillment.

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Joey Bachrach

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Joey Bachrach is the Co-Founder and CEO of Rainbow Hill Recovery, an LGBTQ-affirming mental health and substance use treatment center in Los Angeles. Drawing from both professional leadership and lived recovery experience, Joey is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where individuals are fully seen, affirmed, and supported on their healing journey.

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Andrew Fox

Co-Founder & C.O.O

With over a decade of experience in addiction recovery, Andrew is passionate about helping individuals reclaim their lives and find lasting healing. As Co-founder and Director of Rainbow Hill Recovery, he is dedicated to creating a supportive environment that fosters hope, resilience, and transformation.

Monica Martocci

Monica Martocci

Chief Clinical Officer

Monica L. Martocci, MA, LMFT received an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado, and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License #LMFT36882). Monica has over 30 years of clinical experience in diverse settings and has developed, implemented, and supervised several programs that are recognized locally and nationally as being exemplary. She has a broad background in program development and service delivery, clinical supervision, and training for residential treatment and outpatient day treatment programs working primarily with adolescents, adults, veterans, and their families.

Monica has experience with different client populations in a wide variety of settings, including those with severe and persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, addictions, homelessness, LGBTQIA+, and trauma. She has worked closely with the Dept. of Mental Health, Dept. of Children and Family Services, Probation including juvenile and adult justice systems, Drug Court and Veterans Court, LAUSD and school settings, Hospitals, Regional Centers, Adoptions and Foster Family Agencies, VA-Veterans Administration, Clinical Studies/Drug Research, and has consulted on a number of television shows as an expert on families, addictions, eating disorders, trauma, and veterans. In addition, she is a seasoned presenter in nationwide conferences on the topics of trauma and recovery, and co-occurring disorders.

Monica is currently working as Chief Clinical Officer with Rainbow Hill Recovery. She also maintains a private practice in Los Angeles specializing in the treatment of adolescents, adults, and their families, active duty military/veterans, as well as individuals and couples. Focus is on addictions, co-occurring disorders, trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, child/sexual abuse, domestic violence, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, grief and loss, school and behavioral issues, ADHD/ADD, personality disorders, self-harm, self-esteem, and interpersonal and relationship issues.         

Dr. Troy Kurz

Dr. Troy Kurz

Medical Director

Dr. Troy Kurz, MD, MS serves as Medical Director, combining his clinical leadership expertise and triple board certification in psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and addiction medicine to the facility. Specializing in advanced psychopharmacology and evidence-based mental health care across all age groups, Dr. Kurz oversees our clinical programs with a focus on comprehensive, whole-person healing.
 
He provides oversight and direct care for complex psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, trauma/PTSD, personality disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Dedicated to the unique mental health needs of children, adolescents, and young adults, Dr. Kurz specializes in neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism spectrum disorders and ADHD, as well as LGBTQIA+ health and complex trauma.
 
A Southern California native, Dr. Kurz earned his undergraduate degree in San Diego and received his medical degree from Creighton University. He completed both his general psychiatry residency and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, Riverside.
 
As Medical Director, Dr. Kurz infuses his practice with a holistic, individualized philosophy. By combining cutting-edge, evidence-based science with empathy for each patient’s personal journey, he ensures our clinical team delivers high-touch, compassionate care that empowers patients and families toward lasting wellness.
Janae Borrego

Janae Borrego

Cross-Cultural Relations Officer & Outpatient Therapist

Janae Borrego serves as Rainbow Hill Recovery’s Cross-Cultural Relations Officer and Outpatient Therapist, where she combines her clinical expertise with a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for every client. Her ability to understand, appreciate, and navigate diverse cultural perspectives has made her an invaluable leader as Rainbow Hill continues to grow and evolve.

In her role, Janae works to strengthen cultural understanding throughout the organization, ensuring that clients, families, and staff feel respected, heard, and represented. She provides ongoing guidance on cultural sensitivity and inclusive practices while helping shape programs that honor the unique identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences of those we serve.

As an Outpatient Therapist, Janae is dedicated to helping clients navigate recovery, mental health, and life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and evidence-based care. She believes that meaningful healing begins when individuals feel safe to show up as their authentic selves and receive support that acknowledges the whole person.

Janae is passionate about creating spaces where diversity is celebrated, connection is strengthened, and every individual has the opportunity to heal and thrive. Her leadership continues to advance Rainbow Hill Recovery’s mission of providing affirming, trauma-informed care that meets the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Steven Stewart

Steven Stewart

Case Manager

Program Manager | Case Manager

Steven Buffin-Stewart is the Case Manager at Rainbow Hill Recovery, with over five years of experience in substance use and mental health treatment. A CADC ll professional in recovery themselves, Steven combines clinical knowledge with lived experience to provide compassionate, coordinated care and foster inclusive, affirming spaces where clients feel supported, empowered, and hopeful in their healing journey.

Steven Buffin-Stewart is the Program and Case Manager at Rainbow Hill Recovery, with over five years of experience in substance use and mental health treatment. A CADC ll professional in recovery themselves, Steven combines clinical knowledge with lived experience to provide compassionate, coordinated care and foster inclusive, affirming spaces where clients feel supported, empowered, and hopeful in their healing journey.

Rory Slikker

Rory Slikker

Clinical Outreach Specialist

Co-Founder of the LGBTQ+ Association for Addiction and Mental Health Professionals Clinical Outreach Specialist for Rainbow Hill Recovery LGBTQ Sensitivity Training Consultant

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Joie Gyondla

Clinical Support Coordinator

Joie Gyondla serves as Rainbow Hill Recovery’s Clinical Support Coordinator, bringing compassion, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting every client who walks through our doors. With a background in recovery support, Joie understands the importance of creating a welcoming, organized, and affirming environment where individuals feel seen, valued, and supported throughout their treatment journey.

Working closely with both clients and the clinical team, Joie helps ensure that each person’s experience is as seamless as possible, providing encouragement, guidance, and practical support every step of the way. Her calm presence and dedication to helping others foster a sense of safety and connection that allows clients to focus on what matters most: their recovery.

Joie believes that healing begins with compassion and that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a lasting difference. She is proud to be part of the Rainbow Hill Recovery team, helping create a community where every individual is empowered to build a healthier, more authentic future.