The Warm Rehab team

Dr. Kanok Uttawichai

Licensed Medical Physician | Licensed Clinic Operator

Dr. Kanok Uttawichai is a distinguished specialist in addiction medicine and the former Director of Thanyarak Chiang Mai Hospital, with nearly two decades of experience in detoxification and psychiatric rehabilitation. He is the founder of The Warmth Rehab and serves as a lead clinical consultant for several top-tier recovery centers, specializing in the neurobiological treatment of substance use disorders. His work is highly regarded for integrating evidence-based medical science with holistic wellness to support long-term recovery for both local and international patients.

Matt Barnhardt

Recovery Specialist | Substance Misuse Therapist (CSAT, CTP)

Matt is a substance misuse therapist who has been accredited by the Asia Pacific Certification Board and the International Association of Trauma Professionals.
Matt has over 14 years of experience in sober living and mental health.
Matt started his career in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada where he lived prior to moving to Thailand in 2013.

Matt specializes in high risk youth and clients suffering from mental health and issues related to living sober.

Matt has worked extensively in both inpatient rovery treatment programs and outpatient facilities in Thailand, as well has his own private practice.

Matt previously worked at The Edge Youth program , one of the only recovery programs in Thailand , designed for young adults. This program specifically specialized in failure to launch, behavioural problems, ODD , ADHD, sober living, mental health, depression, anxiety , low self esteem issues, family problems, fitness, relapse prevention strategies, alcoholism, kickboxing, life skills training, how to deal with peer pressure and having fun in recovery.

The edge youth program was one of the most successful youth recovery programs in the world before it closed during Covid 19 pandemic. This amazing youth program, is now offered at the Warmth Rehab here in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Many Canadian clients and their families credit Matt for how he had such a major impact and role in shaping their loved ones new life .
As someone in long-term recovery himself, Matt is able to share his own personal experience, strength, and hope with our clients and let families see how passionate Matt is about helping others recover.