Richard Taite

Richard Taite is one of the nation’s foremost authorities on addiction recovery and the founder of Cliffside Malibu and Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa, the world’s first true ultra-luxury treatment experience. After losing 25 years to addiction and celebrating more than two decades of sobriety, Taite has helped over ten thousand families reclaim their loved ones. His treatment philosophy combines neuroscience, compassion, and therapy-driven care to create lasting transformation. He also hosts We’re Out of Time, the #1 podcast in Apple’s Mental Health category, where he leads raw, unfiltered conversations about addiction, trauma, and redemption. Experiencing Transcendence continues his life’s mission: helping people heal, grow, and design lives they’re proud to live.