Turn the tide on your child’s mental health
Beachside Teen treats mental health disorders, such as depression, anxiety and ADHD, and substance abuse with evidence-based treatments, backed by expert research, in beautiful surroundings.
Our Team

Christine Tonoli,
MBA, BSHCA, AS, CDA
Executive Director

Dr. Sanjoy Sathpathy, MD
Psychiatrist

Rey Carungcong
Clinical Staff

Christopher Clavel
Primary Therapist

Mark Paladini
Director of Education

Janasha Austin
Facility Manager

Daniel Durant
Media Expressive Group Facilitator

Kyle Craft
Executive Chef

Dominique Baker
Program Director

Charlene Ovid
LVN

Brooke Bruneman
Facility Manager

Jasmine Vargas
Assistant Facility Manager

Juan Galvan
Program Assistant
You are not alone
Your teen will be one of a maximum of six staying with us. This is by design. It ensures each child receives an individualized treatment plan and the support they need to navigate their journey to healing and recovery.

Heal by the waves in Malibu
Set in Malibu, CA with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, your child will receive evidence-based clinical treatment complemented by life-skills education and holistic therapies. This approach promotes personal responsibility, improves behavioral habits, and teaches healthy methods to cope with daily life.
Drug Addiction
Smoking Addiction
Game Addiction
Cell Phone Addiction
Pornography Addiction
Sexual Addiction
Internet Addiction
Chemical Dependency
Teen behavioral health
We offer a safe home-like environment for clients who are struggling with behavioral health disorders, such as, disruptive behavior, anger, or mood disorders. Our tranquil setting, overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean is the perfect place for calming recovery.
Teen mental health
Teens with mental health disorders need specialized care. Beachside Teen Treatment Center offers tailored programs in a safe environment for healing and recovery.
Bipolar Disorder
Anxiety
Depression
OCD
Psychosis and Stress
Personality Disorder
PTSD
Self-Harm
Tangible results: life-changing testimonials from our alumni

How we treat
Embodying the key principles of mind-body health, our individualized and diverse treatment plans provide wholesome healing in a mostly unplugged and small group environment. We aim to cater to each client’s physical, emotional, mental, psychological and nutritional needs.
Education and schooling are of utmost importance. Our ultimate goal is for family and school reunification and reintegration post rehabilitation. Your loved one’s schooling should not suffer or be affected in any negative way during treatment.
At Beachside Teen Treatment Center, we make it a priority to ensure that your loved one receives the highest standard of professional care, in a safe, home-like environment, with all of the indoor comforts and amenities, as well as an outdoor expansive natural settling.
Behavioral Therapy
Daily Treatment
- CBT – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT – Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Emotional Intelligence Therapy
- Coping Skills for Mood Regulation
- Anger Reduction Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Daily Treatment
- Trauma/PTSD Therapy
- Psychodynamic Group
Personal Development
Positive Life Therapy
- Mindful Exploration
- Personal Development Group
- Self-Development Group
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Positive Psychology
Interpersonal Therapy
Healthy Relationship Therapy
- Healthy Relationships
- Boundaries Therapy
- Community Meeting
- Interactive Activities/Games
Expressive Therapy
Expressive Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Expressing Anger in Art Therapy
- Yoga Therapy
- Mediation Therapy
- Creative Writing
- Music Therapy
- Media Expressive
- Comedy/Improv