ABOUT US
A full staff including a board certified physician, medical clinicians, Certified Addiction Professionals (CAP) and other addiction specialists administer the program.
Meet The Staff:
Stephen J. Pacetti , MD
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Addiction Medicine Physician
Dr. Pacetti completed his undergraduate work at the University of Florida and attended medical school at the Universidad Central del Este in the Dominican Republic. His training includes Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at St. Michael’s Medical Center in Newark, N.J. and three years of Pediatric training at The Children’s Hospital of New Jersey and University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey/NJ Medical School. Also, he completed his NICU training at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital in Paterson, NJ. Dr. Pacetti has a passion for those suffering with addiction. Being a leader in his church's recovery ministry has given him a unique insight to aid those in need. |
Dennis J. Hansen
Co-Executive Director
Addictionologist
Dennis Hansen has achieved success in various businesses and having gained victory over opiate addiction in the past, Dennis brings a special form of compassion and experience to our patients. Armed with the knowledge of what works and what does not work in addiction treatment, he has a special insight into what it takes to be “drug free”. Dennis has live in Palm Beach County for the last 17 years, has been married for 23 years and has 2 children. He is active in various local recovery programs and church ministries. A Christian value system influences his relationship with his patients. |
Robert T. Hansen
Co-Executie Director
Robert T. Hansen, resides in Port St. Lucie, FL with his wife JoLynn. They have five children and ten grandchildren. Mr. Hansen grew up in Philadelphia and graduated with a BS Degree in Accounting and Law from LaSalle University. Over the years he has been an entrepreneur owning, developing and operating numerous successful businesses. Mr. Hansen’s interest in recovery began years ago when family members became involved in drugs. The pain they suffered through drug detoxification created an indelible image that “no one should have to endure”. Today they don’t have to. Our detox program is virtually “pain free” and can be done at home or while the patient continues to work. |
JD Gandee
VP Operations - Southeast Florida
JD Gandee has been the owner of several businesses and has supported hundreds of franchise businesses over the last 30 years in over 40 states. A native West Virginian, he has lived in Florida for the past 5 years. JD is actively successful in recovery programs and instrumental in helping others with food, drug, alcohol, and sexual addictions. He and his wife reside in Port St. Lucie with their 2 dogs, cat, and bird. JD is also a musician, playing and singing in several recovery and church environments. |
Laurie R. Angel
ARNP, MSN, MSPSY., BCIAC
hCG Medical Specialist - Southeast Florida
Laurie grew up in Ohio and moved to Florida to attend nursing school. She earned both her undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from Florida Atlantic University. Her second Master of Science degree is in Counseling Psychology, which she earned at Nova Southeastern University. Laurie was previous owner/operator of a Counseling/Biofeedback practice in Wellington. Her personal and professional knowledge of addiction and recovery makes her an exceptional addition to New Beginnings Detox. She resides in Wellington with her 7 year old son. Laurie enjoys yoga and piano.
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Joy Chanonat - LPN
Addictionologist - Southeast Florida
Joy is a Licensed Practical Nurse and she brings years of experience to New Beginnings Medical. She graduated from the Practical Nursing Program and North Tech in 1984. Her compassionate style and friendly smile puts patients at ease right away. Her passion to help others and previous history helping women suffering with substance abuse issues makes her a real asset to New Beginnings Medical. Joy has a daughter Aimee, and she resides in Lantana Florida.
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Lisa Stetzer
Administration
Palm Beach Gardens Office - Southeast Florida
Lisa resides in Palm Beach Gardens with her husband Bill and three daughters. Lisa’s previous experience includes ten years in Retail Security/Loss Prevention along with her administrative/organizational skills experience. Lisa has been in recovery for over 18 years for alcohol and drug addiction. Lisa participates in various local recovery programs. Lisa is a member of her church worship choir and is grateful for both her recovery and choir families. She desires to share her experience, strength and hope to help those that struggle with compulsive addictions including… but not limited to food addiction. |
Christine Hebert
Administrative Assistant
hCG Specialist
Wellington Office - Southeast Florida
Christine was born and raised in Florida and is the mother of 3. She has facilitated many studies for recovery and led women’s support groups. She has a great passion to help those that desire to lose weight - particularly those that struggle with compulsive addictions including food addiction. Her vast knowledge and experience coupled with her administrative skills makes her a real asset to New Beginnings Detox
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Sea Edwards
Administrative Assistant
Palm Beach Gardens Office - Southeast Florida
Sea has over 30 years experience in managing various retail environments, from buying offices in NYC to her favorite beach town here in Jupiter Florida. She is a artist at heart and loves her creative ventures. Sea has overcome her addictions through working a Christian based recovery program. Sea brings a host of talents to New Beginnings. Sea is a natural with helping others to begin feeling better about themselves by coaching them to attain personal fulfillment. She is the first smiling face you will see at our Palm Beach Gardens office.
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Christina M. Hansen
Administrative Assistant
Wellington Office - Southeast Florida
Christina is a student at Keiser University. She assists administratively at all locations. She has the opportunity to use her passion to help others by working at NBD. Christina assists in office administration for both Addiction Medicine and our Medical Weight Loss Division. Her sweet and soothing voice may be the first thing you hear when calling our offices. |
Sue Kuhn, CAP
Staff Therapist
Sue Kuhn is a certified addiction professional (CAP). She has been working in all aspects of chemical dependency treatment since 1986 including residential, detox, outpatient, extended care, half way house, transitional living and intensive outpatient. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Sue grew up in Philadelphia but has lived in Florida for 11 years. She is married and is the proud mother of two mixed labs. Sue brings with her a compassion for those afflicted with addiction and a strong, positive energy for recovery. |
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