Clinical leadership

Meet the team behind New Leaf Detox

Medical detox and residential treatment depend on experienced clinicians — not just a facility. Our physicians, nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists work together in Laguna Niguel, Orange County.

Physician-led detox
Licensed therapists on site
24/7 nursing coverage
Accredited Orange County program

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Confidential admissions

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Ask how our clinical team approaches your substance, health history, and insurance — confidential.

Leadership

Physicians and clinicians you can trust in early recovery.

These leaders shape protocols, staffing, and the standard of care from admission through discharge.

Dr. Sanjai Thankachen
Medical Director
Dr. Thankachen leads medical detox protocols, oversees withdrawal management for high-risk substances, and ensures physician-guided care across detox and residential levels.
Stacy Sheller, LMFT
Executive Clinical Director
Stacy directs clinical programming — therapy models, trauma-informed standards, and the day-to-day therapeutic environment clients experience in early recovery.
Dr. Lori Bohn, PMHNP-BC, DC
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Bohn supports psychiatric and medical needs during detox and residential care, including medication evaluation, symptom monitoring, and co-occurring disorder support.

How we work

Collaborative care — not siloed departments.

Medical-first detox
Physicians and nursing define safe withdrawal before therapy intensity increases.
Therapy integrated early
Licensed clinicians address trauma, family dynamics, and coping skills while you're stabilized.
MAT & psychiatry
Medication decisions are made with full substance and mental health history in view.
Trauma-informed culture
Staff training emphasizes safety, dignity, and choice — especially for clients with PTSD or abuse history.
Admissions advocates
Admissions staff translate clinical criteria into plain language for families and out-of-state callers.
Accreditation & partners
We maintain relationships with payers, referrers, and accrediting bodies that expect documented quality.