Our Story
About AddictionDNA
Bringing clinical-grade genetic insights to individuals and families affected by addiction — because understanding your biology changes everything.
Our Mission
Making Genetic Science Accessible
AddictionDNA exists to bridge the gap between cutting-edge genetic research and the people who need it most. For too long, the science of addiction genetics has been locked behind clinical doors — available only to researchers and a handful of specialists.
We believe that everyone deserves access to their own genetic information — and the personalized guidance to act on it. Our mission is to make DNA-informed addiction prevention and recovery accessible, understandable, and actionable.
While others screen for symptoms, we decode the genetics behind them. Blood work tells you what's happening today. Your DNA tells you why it's been happening all along — and what your biology will always require.
Leadership
Meet the Team
Lyle Fried
CAP, ICADC, CHC, CRRA
Lyle Fried is a board-certified addictions professional licensed in both Florida and Illinois. With decades of experience in substance abuse treatment, he holds certifications as a Certified Addictions Professional (CAP), International Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC), Certified Health Coach (CHC), and Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA).
Lyle serves on the advisory board of Geneus Health and is an active member of the Florida Association of Recovery Residences (FARR). His approach combines traditional addiction counseling with genetic science — using DNA insights to create more effective, personalized treatment plans.
As co-founder of AddictionDNA, Lyle is focused on making genetic addiction assessments accessible to anyone who needs them — whether they're in early recovery, supporting a loved one, or trying to understand their risk before a problem develops.
Val Prisecaru
MS, CN, LDN
Val Prisecaru is the lead geneticist at AddictionDNA with 25 years of nutrition, health, and wellness experience. He specializes in nutrigenomics — the intersection of genetics and lifestyle intervention — and is an expert in translating complex genetic data into actionable health protocols.
Formerly a supplement formulator for Designs for Health, Val works directly with clients to translate their DNA assessment results into personalized supplement and nutrition protocols. His expertise lies in matching specific nutrient interventions to genetic variants — ensuring that each client's protocol is as unique as their DNA.
As co-founder of AddictionDNA, Val brings the genetic science and clinical nutrition expertise that makes DNA-matched supplementation possible — turning raw genetic data into precise, effective protocols.
Our Approach
The Science of Partnership
AddictionDNA was founded on the belief that effective addiction intervention requires both addiction counseling expertise and clinical nutrition science.
Lyle brings decades of experience working with individuals in recovery — understanding the psychological, social, and behavioral dimensions of addiction. Val brings the nutritional science and genetic expertise to turn DNA data into targeted interventions.
“Together, they offer what neither could alone: a complete, genetically-informed approach to addiction prevention and recovery that addresses the whole person — mind, body, and biology.”
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