Title: Founder and Executive Chairman
Company: Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa
Location: Santa Monica, California, United States
Richard M. Taite, Founder and Executive Chairman at Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Health Care and Wellness.
Mr. Taite is a successful entrepreneur who has established himself in the health and wellness sector as the founder and executive chair of Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa in California in 2023. Offering three unique locations in Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills and Malibu Beach, his company specializes in one-on-one therapy and counseling, addiction and recovery, aftercare and wellness, and spa treatments provided by renowned industry leaders.
In his role, Mr. Taite prioritizes regular check-ins with therapists to ensure clients’ best interest and well-being. He also collaborates with his team of physicians and nurses. Among other tasks, he strives to cultivate a supportive culture to strengthen the company’s brand and ensure the happiness of his team. Beyond his primary duties, Mr. Taite schedules guest appearances on addiction podcasts to raise awareness.
Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa has garnered tremendous praise, becoming a top boutique facility worldwide for its exceptional services. Mr. Taite is presently expanding its network to encompass 14 in-network insurance contracts so that he can help more individuals needing treatment. He also recently implemented a pilot program to support individuals who may not have access to treatment otherwise. Moreover, Mr. Taite is extending its services to wounded warriors and working with similar organizations that assist this group.
Besides his work at Carrara, Mr. Taite serves as the executive chair at 1 Method Center, a mental health care treatment center in the Los Angeles area that offers residential and outpatient treatment options for addiction and co-occurring disorders. The center offers affordable treatment that is in-network with many health care organizations, and often, patients can receive treatment for a low-cost deductible.
Lauded for his expertise, Mr. Taite leverages his former success as the founder and chief executive officer of Cliffside Malibu, which he owned and operated from 2004 to 2018. Since entering the industry, he has notably helped reunite over 10,000 families with their loved ones.
As a respected industry leader, Mr. Taite contributed to “Ending Addiction for Good” in 2012 as a co-author via Wheatmark Press. He continues to host the podcast “We’re Out of Time.” The podcast’s first episode was in October 2024 and discussed the fentanyl epidemic, inspiring parents to listen and become aware so their children would not become victims.
Mr. Taite completed coursework at Santa Monica College and political science and government courses at the University of California, Los Angeles. His education has been instrumental in his success as a prominent business owner.
Besides his work-related ventures, Mr. Taite actively sponsors a local treatment center. He is also considering establishing his own nonprofit organization to support a specific group of individuals.
Grateful to his team, Mr. Taite is especially thankful for his chief of staff, Christa Volk, for her dedication to the organization’s success and ongoing support. He credits his success to his personal experiences. Eager for the future of Carrara Treatment & Spa, Mr. Taite is also preparing for the eventual sale to individuals that are as committed to the business’s ongoing success as he has been.
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