Clinical Team
Our Multidisciplinary Team: Experts in Your Recovery
Recovery works best when care is coordinated. We have assembled a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses, counselors, and operations leaders. From your first call to your continuing care plan, our staff is dedicated to your physical stability while guiding your cognitive and emotional healing.
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"I feel like everybody, from the therapists to the counselors to the nurses to the chefs, was amazing."
J. · Pure Recovery Alumnus
Leadership
Executive, clinical, and operational leadership at Pure Recovery California.
Maurice Rayford, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Maurice Rayford is the CEO of Pure Recovery and brings 30 years of executive leadership experience in behavioral health. His background includes compliance, risk management, operations, and organizational leadership. Maurice has worked across acute care hospitals, mental health treatment, substance use disorder care, and county and state government agencies. His professional experience includes leadership roles with UHS, Acadia Healthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health, the County of Riverside, and the State of Illinois. He is focused on building strong systems that support quality care, accountability, and sustainable operations.
Dr. Atman Reyes
Psychiatrist, Medical Director
Dr. Reyes leads psychiatric care across the clinic and serves as Medical Director for our TMS and ketamine-assisted therapy programs. Board-certified in psychiatry and credentialed in ketamine-assisted therapy, he oversees medical protocols, screening, and safety for every patient on the medical side of the clinic. His approach pairs careful diagnostic work with measurable treatment plans — medication management, TMS, and ketamine-assisted therapy delivered in coordination with the assessment and recovery teams, on the same chart, with one care team.
Ashlee Cardona-Hernandez, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor
Ashlee Cardona-Hernandez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at Pure Recovery. She has a strong background in private practice and behavioral health systems, with experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. Ashlee's areas of expertise include trauma, severe mental illness, relationship dynamics, and culturally responsive care. She has led multidisciplinary teams, developed treatment programming, and supported clinicians in delivering ethical and effective care. As a bilingual English and Spanish clinician, she is committed to helping clients feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Christa Carmona, LVN
Chief Compliance Officer
Christa Carmona is the Chief Compliance Officer at Pure Recovery and a Licensed Vocational Nurse. She brings more than 18 years of experience in behavioral health, including work in substance use disorders, mental health, and eating disorder treatment. Her background includes over 15 years in regulatory compliance, more than five years in clinical nursing, and experience in utilization review. Christa specializes in accreditation, survey readiness, regulatory standards, and operational integrity. Her work is focused on maintaining safe, compliant, and high-quality treatment environments.
Keri Gomez Ramos
Director of Utilization Review
Keri Gomez Ramos is the Director of Utilization Review and brings 30 years of experience as a psychiatric nurse. For the past 22 years, she has served in utilization review leadership within behavioral health facilities. Her work focuses on quality, efficiency, compliance, and the coordination of patient care services. Keri has experience across both inpatient and outpatient settings and has held multiple leadership roles throughout her career. She is committed to improving patient outcomes and supporting high-performing behavioral health teams.
Brittany Cornelius
Human Resources Director
Brittany Cornelius serves as the Human Resources Director at Pure Recovery, bringing more than a decade of experience within the organization. She began her career at Pure as a receptionist and executive assistant before advancing into roles in performance improvement, licensing, and human resources leadership. Brittany holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego, and maintains her PHRca certification. Her background includes strong expertise in California employment law, compliance, employee development, and workplace operations. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, staying active, and going to the beach.
Ashley Cates, CADC II
Admissions and Program Director
Ashley Cates is the Admissions and Program Director at Pure Recovery Treatment Center. She brings more than 12 years of experience in addiction treatment and behavioral health. Ashley earned her Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Sciences with an emphasis in substance use disorders from Grand Canyon University. She is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at California Lutheran University. Ashley uses a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to support individualized care, connection, and long-term recovery.
Jazmin Pedraza, A.A.
Addictions Counselor · Operations Manager
Addictions counselor and operations manager at Pure Recovery California, supporting clients and day-to-day program operations.
Doug Johnson
General Accountant
General accountant at Pure Recovery California, supporting the organization's financial operations.
Clinical & Care Team
Therapists, counselors, and clinical staff delivering day-to-day care across every Pure Recovery program.
Joseph Magana
Nurse Supervisor
Joseph Magana is a Nurse Supervisor with more than 13 years of experience in the medical field. His background includes five years of specialized experience in behavioral health and dual-diagnosis care. Joseph provides both clinical and operational leadership, helping maintain high standards of patient care, compliance, and team performance. He is committed to supporting safe, effective, and well-organized treatment environments. Outside of his professional role, Joseph values time with his family and leads a grounded lifestyle on his farm.
Chara Watkins, RN
Registered Nurse
Registered nurse on the Pure Recovery care team, supporting clients' medical care and safety throughout treatment.
Rebecca Bassham, MA, qEEG-T, BCN, BCB
Psychophysiologist · Neuro Department
Psychophysiologist in the Pure Recovery Neuro Department, specializing in qEEG assessment and neurofeedback (qEEG-T, BCN, BCB).
Let Our Experts Guide You to a Lasting Recovery
A coordinated team — clinical, medical, and operational — partners with you from the first call.