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The Oceanrock Health team believes recovery is made possible through compassion, expertise, and teamwork. Our dedicated team members have been carefully chosen for their experience and commitment to guiding individuals on their journey toward wellness. Whether you are seeking support for substance abuse, mental health challenges, or both, our team is here to provide the care you need.
Every member of the Oceanrock Health team shares a common goal: to support you on your path to healing. By focusing on a personalized approach, we ensure that your unique needs are met with understanding and respect. Collaboration is emphasized in every step of your care plan, ensuring a seamless experience that encourages success.
Our multidisciplinary team is composed of professionals who specialize in a wide range of treatments. Each expert works together to provide comprehensive support, combining their skills to address both substance abuse and mental health concerns.
Tom Nemat is the founder at OceanRock Recovery. In addition, Tom is a Co-CEO of Beginnings who provides inpatient and outpatient services to individuals and families suffering from substance abuse and mental health issues. Tom was the founding CEO of a company and helped grow the company from Startup to a 100-employee multi-location, multi-million revenue company from 2015 to 2019. Tom is currently in a Co-CEO role within the company as well as a Shareholder and member of the Board of Directors. Tom is the founder and practicing attorney at the Law Firm of Tom Nemat. Tom advises clients on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and asset protection in his law practice. Tom has been practicing law for over 10 years and has been repeatedly named a Rising Star in Southern California by Super Lawyer Magazine, a highly respected honor that only 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40 receive.
Before practicing law and pursuing entrepreneurship, Tom earned his J.D. from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles with an emphasis on corporate law. Before law school, Tom graduated from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley.
At Berkeley, Tom was involved in several consulting and entrepreneurial activities in conjunction with his business courses, including Technology Entrepreneurship and Strategic Planning/Consulting.
Lawrence V. Tucker, M.D. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Addiction Medicine, practicing in pharmacological management of psychiatric disorders and addiction medicine. Dr. Tucker attended UCLA for his undergraduate degree, where he obtained a B.S. in Physiological Sciences. He then attended UCLA School of Medicine for his Medical Degree and stayed at UCLA for his residency in Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Tucker feels most accomplished with his blended family of 5 children and his wife. Dr. Tucker has had extensive experience within the county of Los Angeles department of mental health and jail systems, State mental health systems and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, as well in the Federal Veterans Administration Medical Center, where he established the first suboxone clinic within the VA system nationwide. In addition, Dr. Tucker has a private practice in Newport Beach CA.
His paradigm of treatment is that he: “Treats a person Not a Diagnosis”. He uses a holistic model and incorporates sobriety, exercise, diet, therapy, supplements, as well as psychopharmacological therapies. He is a nationally recognized speaker regarding the treatment of dual diagnosis.
Allyson is from Tustin, California. She is our Clinical Director. Allyson went to Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, California for her Undergraduate & her Masters. She got her degree in Sociology and her Masters in Clinical Psychology. She has been working in this field for 6 years now. Allyson says she is passionate about helping people overcome their own personal trauma and to help them on the path to healing and recovery to help find who they really are. She is inspired by the quote by Carl Jung that says “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”
Tania Acevedo, LPCC, is a seasoned Therapist and Clinical Director with nearly a decade of experience in evidence-based treatment of substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. She has led programs enabling clientele from various socio-economic backgrounds to achieve stabilization, recovery, and rehabilitation. Tania earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Redlands, and her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California Baptist University. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #6034 with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Tommy works a group facilitator for Ocean Rock Recovery. He is certified in the state of California with the Association for Alcohol & Drug Educators (CAADE) CATC I. Tommy uses his knowledge to better serve the community seeking treatment and help guide them through the process of recovery. “My goal is to help the client feel safe and understood so that they may be comfortable growing into themselves again from a healthy place.”
Elizabeth believes it is her calling and passion to offer a supportive, safe space to venture into psyche. Through a collaborative process, her goal is to cultivate hope, meaning, and transformation as she explores the deeper narratives of her clients life. She believes that it is not uncommon for our unconscious patterns of behavior to limit or sabotage reaching our highest potential. Elizabeth’s hope that you will awaken to a more authentic sense of self and learn a felt sense of safety as you engage in life with new perspective and deeper meaning. Her therapeutic style is warm, accepting, and supportive.
Originally from Wisconsin, Katie moved here in February 2020. She has been personally affected by addiction and has made it her mission to help others find a better way to live. Katie has a passion for helping others overcome the disease of addiction and helping others see how much more beautiful life can be without drugs and alcohol.
Audra is a content creator and business development strategist living in Los Angeles, CA. Aside from her career ventures, Audra is an advocate for de-stigmatizing addiction and mental health struggles. She is in recovery herself from alcoholism and volunteers alongside several organizations to assist in solving these issues.
Anna is originally from Las Vegas but has called Southern California home for the past 12 years. She is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) and earned her degree from California Baptist University. With four years of experience in the field, Anna is deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate challenges related to self-esteem, grief, and loss. She finds the greatest fulfillment in guiding people as they rediscover joy and learn to truly live again.
Danielle is a CADC II and holds a bachelor’s degree in human communications from California State University, Fullerton. Originally from Orange County, California, she has been working in the field for 11 years. Danielle began her career as a Behavioral Technician and quickly advanced to Operations Management, where she spent three years overseeing key functions.
She then transitioned into HR and Compliance, dedicating another three years to ensuring organizational excellence. In 2019, Danielle moved into the clinical side of the field, where she discovered her true passion—helping others through direct care and support.
The Oceanrock Health team stands apart due to a shared commitment to excellence and compassion. While professional credentials are important, the dedication to building meaningful relationships with every client is what truly defines our team. From your first interaction to every milestone achieved, you will feel supported at every step.
Building trust and creating a safe space have always been priorities for the Oceanrock Health team. Reach out today to learn how our professionals can help you achieve lasting change.
Let’s take the first step together. Meet the Oceanrock Health team and experience the care, expertise, and compassion that set us apart.
OceanRock is proudly accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in substance abuse and mental health treatment.
Your privacy is our priority. We uphold HIPAA compliance to protect all personal information, including EMR and communications.
Our team has supported thousands on their journey, providing compassionate and skilled care.
The California Department of Health Care Services certifies OceanRock’s California outpatient program Certification #: 300428AP, Expiration: 11/30/2025.
The California DHCS requires a treatment program to pass an extensive audit of all policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality standards.
