The People Behind Your Recovery
Doctoral-level clinicians, board-certified physicians, and compassionate professionals, every member of our team is here because they believe in the work.
At Desert Recovery Centers, you're not treated by rotating staff or contract clinicians. You're treated by a dedicated team of licensed psychologists, psychiatric providers, therapists, and medical professionals who know your name, your history, and your goals. Our intentionally small program sizes, a maximum of 10 beds per facility, make this level of personalized care possible.
Every clinician on our team brings specialized expertise in dual diagnosis treatment, evidence-based therapies, and trauma-informed care. Together, they collaborate daily to ensure your treatment plan evolves as you do. Heal. Restore. Thrive.
Clinical Excellence at Every Level
Doctoral-Level Clinical Leadership
Our Clinical Director and psychology staff hold doctoral degrees with specialized training in addiction, trauma, and co-occurring disorders. Your treatment plan is designed by the most qualified clinicians in the field.
Board-Certified Medical Director
Our Medical Director oversees all psychiatric care and medication management, ensuring your physical and mental health are addressed with equal rigor.
Dedicated Treatment Teams
You won't see a different therapist each week. Your treatment team stays consistent throughout your stay, building the therapeutic relationship that drives real progress.
Daily Clinical Collaboration
Our psychologists, psychiatric providers, nurses, and behavioral health professionals meet daily to review progress, adjust treatment plans, and coordinate care, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
Meet Our Clinical Leadership
A board-certified psychiatrist, licensed therapists, and dedicated support staff committed to your recovery.
Leadership
Dr. An Nguyen
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Director
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Director
Jason Inserra
Director of Operations
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Director of Operations
Adam Leonard
Admissions Director
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Admissions Director
Blayne Archer
Admissions & Business Development
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Admissions & Business Development
Ashley Inserra
Human Resources
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Human Resources
Ron Alessi
Director of Clinical Operations and Standards
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Director of Clinical Operations and Standards
Clinical Staff
Dr. Greg Carr, MD
Medical Director
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Medical Director
Ian Dy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Reyes Topete, MD, FASAM
Attending Physician
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Attending Physician
Dr. Caitlin Ellis
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Jonathan Shelton
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Madison Day-Robinson
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Erica Tolley
Registered Nurse
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Registered Nurse
Craig Huthmacher
Program Supervisor (Glendale), Behavioral Health Professional
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Program Supervisor (Glendale), Behavioral Health Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the clinical team at Desert Recovery Centers?
The clinical team is led by Dr. An Nguyen, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director, alongside Dr. Greg Carr, MD, our Medical Director. The team includes multiple licensed clinical psychologists, licensed therapists, registered nurses, and behavioral health professionals.
What credentials do therapists at Desert Recovery Centers hold?
Our clinical staff includes doctoral-level licensed clinical psychologists, a board-certified psychiatrist, licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, and certified addiction specialists. All clinical staff maintain active licensure and participate in ongoing continuing education.
Will I see the same therapist throughout my treatment?
Yes. Desert Recovery Centers maintains consistent treatment teams throughout your stay. You will not be rotated between therapists. This consistency builds the therapeutic relationship that drives real clinical progress and is made possible by our intentionally small program sizes.
How many clients does each clinician work with?
Desert Recovery Centers maintains a maximum of 10 beds per residential facility, which allows for a low client-to-clinician ratio that exceeds industry standards. This means each client receives far more individualized clinical attention than at larger treatment programs.
Does the team have experience with dual diagnosis treatment?
Yes. Every clinician at Desert Recovery Centers has specialized training and experience in dual diagnosis treatment, addressing co-occurring addiction and mental health conditions simultaneously. Dual-diagnosis care is a core specialty of our organization.
Your Recovery Starts With One Call
Our admissions team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you're ready to start treatment or just have questions, we're here for you.
Most clients begin treatment within 48 hours of their first call.