Meet the Team That Makes Recovery Possible

Healing begins with trust—and trust begins with people. The Carlsbad Beach Recovery team of compassionate clinicians, therapists, recovery coaches, and wellness professionals brings decades of experience, deep empathy, and a shared mission: to guide you toward sustainable recovery. Every member of our team is here not just to provide care—but to walk alongside you, empower your growth, and celebrate your wins. From your first session to aftercare check-ins, we’re committed to helping you feel seen, supported, and strong in your recovery journey. Welcome to a place where you’re not just another client—you’re family.

Our Team

Bobby Nassiri

Executive Director

With a unique blend of business acumen and therapeutic expertise, Bobby has led the development of high-impact programs that are both compassionate and results-driven.

Mike Kelly, NP

Nurse Practitioner

With a deep understanding of the complex nature of addiction and mental health disorders, Dr. Kelly takes a holistic approach to treatment that incorporates the latest advancements in medication and therapy.

Dr. Warren Taff

Medical Director

Dr. Taff has extensive experience in both psychiatry and addiction medicine, extending from 1979 to the present. He has held professional titles that include Chief of Staff and Medical Directorship in both hospitals and the private sector.

Nicole Topor

Business Development Director

Nicole has spent over 17 years in the behavioral health field, driven by a genuine desire to help people find hope, healing, and connection.

Yesmeen Mikhail

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Yesmeen Mikhail is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who believes in a person centered and highly collaborative approach to therapy. She became a therapist out of her strong belief in storytelling, and how often we become stuck with a story that stops us from being our authentic selves.

Rachel Querry, LCSW

Clinical Director and Therapist

Rachel has over nine years of experience in the mental health field, and over seven years of experience in substance use and mental health. Rachel believes in building the therapeutic alliance and utilizing holistic approaches to each client’s treatment.

Ysabella Pyryt

Clinical Coordinator

Ysabella Pyryt is the Clinical Coordinator and Psychology Intern at CBR, helping to ensure client care and the most efficient clinical services.

Dr. Sarah Roche

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Sarah Roche is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and internationally certified addiction specialist with expertise in substance use disorders, gambling, gaming, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.

Nima Ardehali

Program Director

As Program Director, he is dedicated to creating a supportive, structured, and growth-oriented environment for members and staff alike.

Camryn Ramirez

Mental Health Counseling Intern and Case Manager

Camryn is a graduate student finishing her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, driven by a deep passion for supporting others on their journeys toward healing and self‑discovery.

Jake Wetzel

Case Manager

Jake Wetzel is a recovery professional and case manager with over a decade of experience in the substance use recovery field and twelve years of personal sobriety. .

Suzanne Koch Eckenrode, LMFT, BACC

Clinical Consultant & Therapist (Gambling Addiction Program)

Suzanne Koch Eckenrode is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Board Approved Clinical Consultant, and both an International and California Certified Gambling Counselor Level II, with over 25 years of experience in the problem gambling field.

Tim Riscen

Behavioral Health Professional

Tim is a behavioral health professional with over seven years of experience specializing in substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

Marc Lefkowitz

International Certified Gambling Counselor – II

Marc Lefkowitz, ICGC-II, has been a certified gambling counselor since 1998 and brings more than two decades of experience in problem and responsible gambling treatment, training, and recovery.

Savannah Walton

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Savannah Walton is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who takes a person-centered, highly collaborative approach to therapy.

Certified Substance Abuse Counselors

Our counselors bring diverse expertise across psychoeducational and holistic group settings, each uniquely focusing on mind, body, and spirit.

Peer Support Specialists

Drawing on their own experiences, our specialists offer practical support and motivation.

We're Ready to Help

Our experienced intake specialists will help you develop a recovery plan customized for your individual needs. You can come and visit one of our transitional living homes and be on your way to taking control of your life again.