Drug Rehab

Contact A Better Tomorrow for information on drug rehab & alcohol rehabilitation services in Southern California including San Diego County, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, San Francisco and more.

A Better Tomorrow’s’ treatment staff hold high credentials, mostly master level degrees and through continued education/experience are able to provide the most innovative treatment options currently available. The following are a few of our dedicated staff members.

Josie Gann, CADCA

Program Director

Josie is consistent in upholding the social-model aspect of our program, by being a role model to those who come in sick and tired. A very close connection to her own recovery makes Josie a staple in the community, through service, support, and activities. With over 10 years of experience, she incorporates the best practices for continual success through the individualization of treatment plans. As the Program’s Director, her input was instrumental in A Better Tomorrow’s Accreditation process. Her lengthy efforts were well worth the accomplishment of being State Certified and CARF Accredited.

Jim Fent, Therapist, A Better Tomorrow Jim Fent, MFT

Program Administrator

Jim Fent has worked in the medical field for the past 20 years. With a special interest in chronic pain and disability, he has a familiarity with dealing with those who have abused pain medication while going through pain management. As a unique addition to the Treatment Team, Jim gets across to the addict and alcoholic who hide behind the facade of abusing prescriptions. A licensed physical therapist and a Director of Physical Therapy, Jim is invaluable when making decisions on what course of action to take regarding clients in denial and using pain as an excuse.

Jerrod Menz, Business Development, A Better Tomorrow Jerrod Menz, B.S., CCGC, CADCA

Business Development

Jerrod has over 10 years of experience working in the field of Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorders. As one of the co-founders of A Better Tomorrow, he is always traveling to various conferences and conventions across the United States. He brings the latest evidence-based treatment modalities and incorporates the innovative methods into the program. This in turn, brings the best of care to the clients and family members of all those involved.

Dr. Bumby, Medical Consultant, A Better Tomomrrow Dr. Bumby

Outside Medical Consultant

Dr. Bumby has worked in the field of psychiatry since the 1970’s. Her work began in Philadelphia until she relocated to Southern California in the 1980’s to be closer to her mother in the Palm Springs area. An incredible contributor to the field of psychiatry working with other professionals in clinical trials attempting to develop appropriate treatment for patients with chemical dependency, mental illness and dementia. She has co-wrote articles published in medical magazines for her involvement in clinical trials. Dr. Bumby is certified in Suboxone which is a medication used for opiate detoxification. She is an advocate for her patients and is a specialist when it comes to treatment in pharmacology. She has proven to be dedicated to her work and patients alike, showing passion for improved mental health and chemical dependency issues. Dr. Bumby is also a supervisor for Human Service Workers becoming a teacher among teachers, guiding and teaching the difference in disorders and appropriate treatment procedures. Dr. Bumby is a delightful intelligent gentle woman with stern direction that puts anyone at ease when talking with her.

China Long, Therapist, A Better Tomorrow China Long

Therapist

China Long is a certified mediator and in the process of obtaining her Masters degree as a Marriage and Family Therapist. China has over 12 years of experience working with families and assisting them in conflict resolutions and has worked with the Department of Corrections in a rehabilitation program. What most facilities don’t do is focus on outside aspects of substance abuse, like legal and financial problems. With an A.A.S. in paralegal studies and a B.S. in Business Management, China brings these two unique qualities to the Treatment Team at A Better Tomorrow.

Tami Scarcella Director of Intake and one of our west coast interventionist. Tami Scarcella

Director of Intake and CIIM

Tami Scarcella Director of Intake and one of our west coast interventionist. She has been certified in INTEGRATED METHODS of intervention training. Along with her training she has years of personal recovery in Adult Children of Alcoholics and Alanon. She has worked in crisis intervention in domestic violence and drug and alcohol treatment. Her message is very compelling giving a wealth of information to all involved in the intervention and intake process.

Beth Stetar, Intake Counselor, A Better Tomorrow Beth Stetar

Intake Coordinator

Beth Stetar has worked intake and referral for over a decade. Her knowledge and insight into problem solving is essential when dealing with chemically dependent persons from all walks of life. The ability to be creative when it comes to finances is her specialty when working on placement and resolution to deal with most hopeless of cases. Beth has been a huge asset to A BETTER TOMORROW TREATMENT CENTER of since this its inception making it possible for a majority of our clients to find their way to life free of chemical dependency.

Mary Ann Wilson

Intake Coordinator and CIIM

Maryann Wilson is one of our valued east coast interventionist and intake coordinators. She has received her certification in INTEGRATED METHODS of intervention training. What Maryann brings to the intervention and intake process is a calm reassuring tone with a mature sense of knowing and authority. When families and clients work with Maryann, they come away from the experience grateful and willing to take direction.

Jose Ochoa

Staff Counselor

Jose is the newest member of our team of substance abuse counselors. He brings over a decade of knowledge in the field of addiction, working with gang members and ex-convicts. He holds degree’s in Alcohol Drug Studies, Humanities, Behavioral Science and is a Registered Recovery Worker. He also brings a wealth of knowledge of the penal system, working with adolescent addicts, gang members and has conducted numerous presentations and speaking engagements at juvenile correctional facilities. Jose is dedicated in assisting individuals to overcome a negative lifestyle and to become productive members in society. Jose is bi-lingual in English and Spanish.