Marlie Strieff

Director of Member Operations

Hi, I’m Marlie Strieff, Director of Member Operations. I’ve worked in healthcare my entire life and have spent the last six years specifically in addiction medicine. Helping people through some of the hardest moments of their lives isn’t just a job to me, it’s personal.

I was drawn to this work because addiction has impacted my own family in heartbreaking ways, including several overdose-related losses. Those experiences lit a fire in me to be part of the solution and to help create a place where people feel seen, supported, and never judged for where they’ve been.

My philosophy of care is simple: people heal better when they feel safe. I want every member who walks through our doors to feel like family and not a number, not a diagnosis, and definitely not “less than.” Life is messy, healing is messy, and none of us are immune to struggle. I believe authenticity matters, compassion matters, and sometimes having someone truly believe in you can change everything.

One area I’m especially passionate about is helping women rediscover their strength and independence. I love encouraging women to find their voice, stand in their power, and remember who they are underneath the survival mode. There’s something incredibly beautiful about watching someone go from barely holding on to absolutely thriving.

If you’re nervous about coming in for the first time, please know this: we are all just people. Every single one of us has faced challenges, pain, heartbreak, or moments we wish we could redo. You do not have to have it all together before asking for help. The hardest part is taking that first step and walking through the door and after that, we’ll walk alongside you.

Outside of work, my greatest love is animals. I’m happiest outdoors, whether I’m gardening, grounding in nature, or just soaking up fresh air. I also love reading and watching true crime documentaries (because apparently relaxing for me includes solving crimes from my couch).

A little about my background: I spent many years dancing ballet and later graduated from the police academy in my early 20s. Both experiences shaped who I am today and taught me how to move through life with both grace and strength while staying compassionate, resilient, and grounded no matter what challenges come my way.