We take a boutique approach — just 16 to 30 beds — so our staff know each client's name, story, and what they're working toward. Over 4,000 individuals have trusted us with their recovery, and every one has received individualized care and practical skill-building in a warm, restorative environment.
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Inside Casa Recovery
15+ years
Family-owned, serving Orange County since our founding.
4,000+ clients
Individuals supported on their path to lasting recovery.
4.7 ★ rating
Across 208 client and family reviews.
16–30 beds
A boutique setting built around personal attention.
Accredited & Licensed
Care you can trust
Casa Recovery meets rigorous national and state standards for quality and safety in behavioral healthcare.
Joint Commission Accredited
Licensed by California DHCS
NAATP Member
Levels of Care
Support matched to where you are
Programs typically run 30 to 90 days, with day and evening options to fit your life.
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Structured, intensive treatment — about 6 hours of programming, Monday through Friday — while you return home or to supportive housing in the evenings.
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Comprehensive care three or more days each week, a few hours per session, so you can keep up with work, school, and family.
Day Treatment
Full-day therapeutic programming with the flexibility to step down as you progress.
Outpatient
Day and evening outpatient services that support long-term recovery and independence.
Our Approach
Evidence-based care, personalized to you
Every client follows an individualized treatment plan that blends proven clinical therapies with holistic practices — with a minimum of four one-on-one sessions each week. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) form the foundation, complemented by trauma-informed and experiential care.
- Individualized treatment planning
- Minimum of four one-on-one sessions weekly
- Evidence-based therapies (CBT & DBT)
- Holistic & trauma-informed practices
Therapies & Modalities
A full spectrum of clinical & holistic therapies
- EMDR
- Somatic Experiencing
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Art Therapy
- Yoga
- Guided Meditation
- Breathwork
- Nutrition Classes
- Fitness Training
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
- Animal Therapy
- Attachment-Based Family Therapy
- Couples Counseling
- Experiential Therapy
What We Treat
Conditions & substances
Mental Health & Behavioral Conditions
- ADHD / ADD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Trauma & PTSD
- OCD
- Personality Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Anger
- Burnout & Stress
- Codependency
- Grief & Loss
- Gambling
- Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance Use
- Alcohol
- Opioids
- Heroin
- Benzodiazepines
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamine
- Prescription Drugs
- Stimulants
- Marijuana
- Ketamine
- Ecstasy
- Chronic Relapse
Medical support when it helps
When it's clinically appropriate, our medical team offers medication-assisted treatment alongside therapy to ease withdrawal, reduce cravings, and support stability.
- Naltrexone (Vivitrol®, ReVia®) — for opioid & alcohol use disorder
- Buprenorphine (Suboxone®, Subutex®, Sublocade®, Zubsolv®) — for opioid use disorder
Medication is always paired with counseling and monitoring as part of your individualized plan.
Who We Serve
Compassionate, affirming care for adults
Casa Recovery is a co-ed program serving adults across every stage of life. We provide identity-affirming, culturally competent care, with staff trained in inclusive practices.
- Dual Diagnosis / Co-Occurring
- Primary Mental Health
- Trauma & PTSD
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming
- Executives & Professionals
- Young Adults
- Midlife Adults
- Older Adults
Comfort & Setting
Heal in a restorative Southern California environment
Our San Juan Capistrano location pairs comfortable accommodations with access to nature, walking trails, and the Southern California coast — a calm backdrop for real recovery work.
Life at Casa
Activities that rebuild a healthy life
- Beach Walks
- Hiking
- Water Activities
- Biking
- Yoga
- Sightseeing
- Adventure Outings
- AA / NA Meetings
- Alternative Meetings
Aftercare
Support that continues after treatment
Recovery doesn't end at discharge. Every client leaves with a personalized aftercare plan and ongoing connection to the Casa community.
- Relapse prevention planning
- Support meetings & home support
- Aftercare app & ability to call your counselor
- Alumni reunions & private online alumni groups
- Professional re-entry support
Our Team
The people behind the care
Led by seasoned clinicians and supported by licensed therapists, an art therapist, a dietitian, case managers, wellness staff — and one very good therapy dog.
Krishna Jessick
Founder & Owner
Sean Treacy
Chief Executive Officer & Director of Admissions
Shonte Perluss
Chief Administrative Officer
Maryam Aziz, LCSW
Executive Clinical Director
Marsalee Malatesta, LCSW
Clinical Supervisor
Dr. Randall Turner, D.O.
Medical Director & Psychiatrist
Lynda Totah, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Tiffany Congelliere, MBA, SEP
Director of Marketing & Strategic Partnerships
Celeste Seiler, CMT
Massage Therapist
Karin Draper, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Daniel Jimmerson, LPCC, CADC
Clinical Counselor
Jeremiah Wright, LPCC
Clinical Counselor
Shirley Berber, MA, AMFT
Associate Therapist
Brandie Allen, ACSW
Clinical Social Worker
Alysha Orecchia, MA, ATR-BC
Art Therapist
Lisa Yee
Care Team
Jeanne Gettys, SUDRC
Substance Use Counselor
Amanda Irrgang, RD
Registered Dietitian
Lauran Brown, SUDRC
Substance Use Counselor
Alea Southard, RADT
Recovery Technician
MaryAnn Vaughn
Care Team
Bernie Wolfe
Care Team
Sandy Szemenyei, CADC-II
Addiction Counselor
Courtney Parkyn, E-RYT 500
Yoga Instructor
Max
Therapy Dog
Insurance & Admissions
In-network with many major PPO plans
We verify your benefits at no charge, with no obligation to enroll. Pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees, and enrollment typically takes just one to two days. We commonly work with:
Please note we do not accept Medicaid or Medicare. For self-pay options and a clear picture of any out-of-pocket costs, our admissions team will walk you through pricing after a quick, no-obligation benefits check.
4.7 ★ · 208 Reviews
What our clients & families say
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The professionalism, knowledge and especially the genuine care shown by the entire staff is incomparable.
— Nicole
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I felt validated, understood and supported the whole way through while still being able to exist and deal with the real world too.
— Sara
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Simply just an amazing collection of people and professionals in recovery. Every single person working there truly cared about me as a person and my individual recovery!
— Chase
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Casa Recovery doesn't just help you get better — they help you rediscover yourself.
— Nareh
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Casa Recovery is an amazing place! The leaders and staff are genuine and so caring. Our family has been in communication with Casa for more than 3 years, but it was only this year that our family member agreed to attend their program. We cannot thank the Casa Family enough for the impact they have had on our family member. I wholeheartedly recommend Casa Recovery to patients and families.
— Dana
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I was very well taken care of and felt supported throughout! I learned a lot of wonderful coping skills and was introduced to different forms of therapy that will continue to serve me. I miss Casa Recovery tremendously. They are wonderful and put me first!
— Katherine W.
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Casa Recovery is by far the best rehab facility I've been to. They truly care for each and every one of their clients. They helped me overcome obstacles and become the best person I can be. I highly recommend Casa to anyone seeking help or a new way of life.
— Erica P.
Take the first step today
Casa Recovery · 31877 Del Obispo St., #104, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. Confidential, compassionate help is one call away — our admissions team is ready to answer your questions and verify your insurance.