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Meet the licensed professionals behind our evidence-based addiction and mental health programs, committed to compassionate, personalized care
At California Prime Recovery, our dedicated clinical team includes licensed professionals, therapists, and behavioral health specialists who provide compassionate, evidence-based care. With decades of combined experience in addiction and mental health treatment, we are guided by our licensed Clinical Director and Board-Certified Psychiatrist to ensure the highest standards of clinical excellence, ethical practices, and long-term recovery outcomes.
Under the medical direction of Dr. Alejandro Alva, M.D., our clinical team provides coordinated treatment for primary mental health disorders and co-occurring substance use conditions. Each program integrates psychiatric oversight, trauma-informed therapy, and evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and neurofeedback. This collaborative approach ensures that every client—whether seeking care for mental health, addiction, or both—receives individualized, clinically sound, and compassionate treatment throughout their recovery journey.
These evidence-based approaches are used based on clinical need and individualized treatment planning.
California Prime Recovery supports professional development through partnerships with accredited institutions.
We believe in supporting our clinical team and future behavioral health professionals through access to accredited education and continuing training.
BS in Psychology – General Psychology
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Social Work
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
MS in Marriage & Family Therapy
MS in Human Services
Doctor of Social Work
PsyD in Clinical Psychology
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Opportunities include tuition savings, scholarships, and continuing education (CE) courses to support ongoing professional development in behavioral health and clinical practice.
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Our experienced clinical team is here to support your path to recovery with compassion and professionalism. Call us today at 844-349-0077 or verify your insurance to get started.
All treatment programs at California Prime Recovery are led by our licensed Clinical Director and Board-Certified Psychiatrist, ensuring the highest level of ethical, evidence-based care focused on long-term healing and safety.
All clinical programs at California Prime Recovery are overseen by our licensed Clinical Director and Board-Certified Psychiatrist, ensuring safe, ethical, and effective treatment.
Our clinical team includes Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), Associate Therapists (AMFTs, ACSWs), and certified addiction counselors (CADCs, SUDCCs), each bringing expertise in evidence-based addiction and mental health care.
Each client receives an individualized treatment plan developed by our clinical team to address specific needs related to substance use, mental health disorders, trauma, and dual diagnosis care.
In addiction recovery, the clinical team provides medical assessments, therapy, relapse prevention strategies, and ongoing support tailored to each individual’s substance use history. In mental health recovery, clinicians help diagnose conditions, guide therapeutic interventions, monitor progress, and support clients in building coping skills and emotional resilience. Both areas rely on evidence-based treatment to promote lasting healing and well-being.
You can visit California’s Board of Behavioral Sciences or SAMHSA’s treatment locator to explore more about licensed professionals and their roles in recovery.
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Catherine Edelstein is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from California State University, Long Beach. Catherine brings over 11 years of experience working in the mental health and addiction treatment field, with a clinical focus on complex trauma, addiction, and professional burnout. Grounded in collaboration, trust, and individualized care, Catherine believes effective therapy honors each person’s unique experiences and strengths while fostering safety, empowerment, and meaningful change.
Catherine specializes in trauma-informed care and is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), with advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is deeply passionate about destigmatizing mental health treatment through advocacy and education, with a strong commitment to expanding access to quality care for underserved communities. Catherine has extensive experience providing therapy across diverse clinical settings and works from a client-centered approach that emphasizes resilience, autonomy, and long-term emotional well-being.
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