About The Recovery Partners

Brian has been in remission for many years from a severe gambling addiction. Through his own holistic recovery, he has gained a deep understanding of why gambling becomes an addiction for many people and how to help them stop. His goal is to inspire and empower people to take back their lives and to move forward with purpose and knowledge of their own abundance. Brian is a lifelong surfer and motivational speaker who is passionate about helping others on their journey to gambling recovery. His compassion and firsthand experience are instrumental in determining an individualized approach for every client.

Elyssa is a connector of people, and above all else, passionate about helping individuals who are struggling to find the right resources. With a degree in Psychology, she is fascinated with understanding the "why" of how each individual came into addiction, and helping each person to discover the best path to accomplish sustained and holistic recovery. As an Affected Individual (AI), Elyssa's view of finances has been impacted by her grandfather's gambling addiction. A daily practitioner of functional wellness, Elyssa loves to share (and often overshare!) best practices for a lifestyle that will guide your wellness journey. 

Varun helps individuals improve their personal and professional lives by identifying and overcoming limiting beliefs, developing healthy habits, and creating a vision for their future, free from gambling addiction. He serves as a gambling counseling guide and a mentor, helping clients gain clarity about their values, priorities, and goals. A graduate of University of Southern California with a B.S. in Accounting, he works collaboratively with clients to develop a plan of action and hold them accountable for making progress towards their goals. He can help by creating a budget, plan for paying down debt, and taking control of your financial future.