Martha Koo, M.D.
Supervisor
Dr. Martha B. Koo, M.D., completed her undergraduate studies at Princeton University, and her medical training at The UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. She completed her residency in psychiatry at the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute and then pursued psychoanalytic training at the New Center for Psychoanalysis. For over twenty years, Dr. Koo has enjoyed her private practice, providing outpatient psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and pharmacological treatment for individuals, couples, and families. Valuing a holistic approach and striving to provide the most innovative care, Dr. Koo founded the Neuro Wellness Spa to offer novel treatment interventions such as IV nutrition, rTMS, photobiomodulation and ketamine. Additionally, Dr. Koo is the clinical supervisor at Clear Recovery Center. She is Board Certified in Psychiatry and Board Certified in Addiction Medicine.
Mike Joly
Director
Mike has spent the last 20 years devoted to helping individuals and their families heal and recover from substance abuse, addiction and mental health struggles.
Mike now spends his time educating and working with his staff in a behind the scenes role. He is passionate about providing his team with the tools and training to assist them in being the best they can possibly be. He is a prominent figure in the South Bay, and gives back through a variety of non-profit, education and community service organizations.
Scott Dohren, CADC-II
Director / Intake Coordinator
Scott Dohren attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a focus in Business Administration. He also holds a CADC-II certification in addiction studies. Scott brings a wealth of experience with both the administrative and interpersonal aspects of behavioral health. His background in health extends to counseling, mentorship, outreach, admissions, and business development. Scott’s leadership and passion in the field of wellness has played a fundamental role in the expansion and development of Beach Cities Coaching. In his free time, Scott enjoys maintaining a healthy exercise regimen, attending concerts, spending time in nature, and traveling.
Coaches
Derrick Crowe, BA, CPC
Life Coach
Derrick holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in Addiction, SUD’s, and Maladaptive Behaviors. He has worked in the mental and behavioral health field for the past 5 years, helping both adults and adolescents find alignment between their passions and purpose. Derrick has a passion for motivating individuals to actualize their goals through a supportive, yet structured approach, individualized for each client’s needs. Additionally, Derrick is experienced in coaching families with struggling loved ones. Providing education, supportive guidance, and the necessary skills, Derrick guides families in how to properly support a struggling loved one.
In his personal life, Derrick enjoys going to the beach and being active in his relationships. Outside of his work, Derrick insists on enjoying the beauty that life has to offer!
Karen Blase, MS
Life Coach
Karen has her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science (UNC-Wilmington) and her Master of Science in Applied Nutrition (Northeastern Univ.), with a primary focus on consulting and education. With almost a decade of experience, she has developed a versatile wellness background , from working 1:1 as a certified personal trainer and nutritionist, to working with total populations, as a corporate wellness consultant.
Her true passion, lies in health coaching, where she has the ability to have her clients work towards the best version of themselves, through a healthy relationship with nutrition, exercise, and general lifestyle management.
Her approach uses a balance between motivational interviewing, education, and collaboratively creating short and long-term goals. She dives deep into understanding who her clients are, their past and current relationship with food & exercise., and is not a proponent of straight-forwards meal or diet plans, as they do not allow for flexibility. Instead, Karen works with her clients to develop a very flexible approach towards healthier eating and physical activity – knowing that life happens.
Karen enjoys spending her free time outdoors at the beach and hiking with her husband, and “fur child.” Her ambitious goal is to one day, trek up K2 – but for now, she will settle with the beautiful local trails throughout Southern California. She also enjoys working out in the gym, and cooking up a delicious storm in the kitchen.
Jeff Pesner, BA
Life Coach
Jeff has worked in the mental health and addiction recovery space for 7 years and has provided insight, counsel, and support to countless individuals. Having worked in every position from house manager, to case manager, to group facilitator, Jeff has the experience necessary to help your loved one.
He’s worked with both adolescents and adults and tries to empower each person to find the motivation to heal themselves.
Jeff received his BA in philosophy from Loyola Marymount university, is a certified Breathwork facilitator through the David Elliot system of Healing, and has a Sex Educator training through EDSE. Jeff has also completed the necessary hours and training for a CADAC II.
READY TO MAKE A CHANGE?
We are ready to hear from you if you are looking to make a change in your life. We serve the South Bay and Greater Los Angeles areas. Contact us via phone, e-mail, or simply submit this contact form to get your new life started.