About Us

Our Team

Gregory M. Young, B.A., Psychology and Social Behavior, C.A.S., Counselor

Gregory M. Young, B.A., Psychology and Social Behavior, C.A.S. | Counselor

Greg brings new light to the field of recovery. He utilizes a multi-dimensional approach in his counseling and therapeutic methods by incorporating science, spirituality, existentialism and cognitive behavioral therapy. Greg‘s seven years of personal experience in the 12-step program, and previous counseling experience also adds significant anecdotal value which helps our clients gain a new perspective of life’s tribulations, and how to make safe, healthy transitions. In Greg’s own words:

“Awareness is the key to change. Without it, we routinely function using our maladaptive coping strategies that have proven to be harmful to ourselves and those around us. My awareness approach focuses on re-directing these thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that promote effective coping methods, a healthier outlook, and development of the tools necessary for long term recovery.”

Mark R. Kisner, MSW, CADC-II, Clinical Director

Mark Kisner is an effective, popular and conscientious Counselor. Clean and sober since 2001, he is-passionate about helping people find breakthrough. His primary methodology is assisting people to achieve more adequate, productive and satisfying social adjustments through applied psychotherapy pertaining to thinking, emotions, and behavior. In his one-on-one sessions, Mark helps clients examine their own intrapersonal and interpersonal processes leading to a new understanding of the ideas, structures, and motivations that have affected the life's course. Simply put, Mark Kisner helps clients find out who they are, why they are, and forge a new path becoming who and what they want to be.

Rozanne Miller MSW, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Rozanne Miller MSW, LCSW | Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Rozanne Miller received her Masters of Social Work from California State University, San Francisco, CA. Rozanne has refined her impressive clinical skills in diverse settings, including extensive experience with assessment, treatment planning and crisis intervention. She has treated clients in adult mental health rehabilitation treatment, residential drug/alcohol and lifestyle addiction programs and medical hospital settings. She also has multi-purpose senior case-management, family and group psychotherapy and psycho-education experience. To round out her skill set, she has also done crisis counseling and resource acquisition with patients within acute hospital settings.

Larry Bert, BA PSY, CAADE Cert, Program Counselor

Larry Bert brings a wealth of experience to Laguna Beach Recovery. He has been in the field of chemical dependency for over 30 years. Larry jokes that he has been around so long in this work he has treated "a small town" of people by now. Larry is appreciated by his clientele as being a very compassionate and perceptive counselor. In his years of working with addicts, Larry has specialized as a Family Counselor, an Interventionist and worked in Program Development. His approach is very "reality based" helping clients get a clear, realistic picture of how to overcome addiction on a daily basis. Larry is CAADE Certified as an addiction specialist, has a BA in psychology, and many, many years of successful counseling experience.

Dr. Edward Smith, MD, Medical Advisor

Laguna Beach Recovery is proud to have a “doctor's doctor” serve as medical director in charge of client evaluation and medical services.

Dr. Edward Smith, former Medical Director at Men’s HealthCare of Orange County and Hillsdale medical group (Burlingham, CA) provides the absolute best in medical care. Board certified from the American Acedemy of Family physicians and member of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California, Dr. Smith has faithfully served the citizens of Orange County for many years, and built a wonderful reputation abroad doing volunteer work with the non-profit Flying Samaritans organization.

Terry Baldwin, CAS, Facility Director

Terry Baldwin comes to Laguna Beach Recovery after having served faithfully at another residential treatment center in Orange County. Terry is truly a “jack of all trades.” Known for his compassion and empathy, Terry has earned the respect of many clients who look to him as a “real life” example of the power of working a good program. Whether it is leading small groups, fixing a broken door, or just putting his arm around a hurting client, Terry has “been there” when he needed to be for many in the program. Having overcome many extreme personal difficulties and challenges, Terry brings a wealth of wisdom and understanding to his work helping people find their own path to Recovery.

Keri Smith, BA PSY, CAS (Int/Cand), Director of Client Services

Keri Smith is a San Diego State University Psychology graduate and is currently a student pursuing a drug and alcohol counseling certificate. Keri says she was once bound with fear and faced many obstacles in her own Recovery path, but today she enjoys sobriety and her new life of helping others. Keri serves as Assistant House Manager at Laguna Beach Recovery. She is an understanding, compassionate, and patient person who feels that her life calling is to share with others the pathway to freedom. Keri's perspective is that she was given invaluable tools that showed her a new and better way to live and her joy and passion in life is to pass those tools on to others.

Daniel Bietz, BS, CSCS, MT, Massage Therapist/Fitness Consultant

Professional massage is an integral part of alcohol and drug detox and is a wonderful tool to help relax and release stress. Daniel Bietz brings to Laguna a love for people and a passion for his healing art. Daniel's impressive resume begins with earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA.

While at Westmont, he interned in Sports Medicine. In 2005, he completed a Massage Therapy program at Santa Barbara School of Massage, becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT). He has worked in two Physical Therapy clinics as a Physical Therapist Aide and as a full-time Massage Therapist at a clinic in Santa Barbara. He earned his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), in 2006.

Not only does Daniel work with Laguna's clients, but also works as a Massage Therapist in a Chiropractic office and as a Personal Trainer. Daniel uses Swedish, Deep tissue, Sports, Myofascial release, Shiatsu, and Reflexology modalities in his successful healing massage practice.

Teo - Per. Trainer, Gym Specialist

TEO is one of Laguna Beaches most beloved and successful personal trainers. His works Laguna's clients at a full-scale gym with a complete program that includes stretching, cardio work, and strength training. His passion is to help people realize their full potential physically, and get in the best shape of their lives. With his extensive training and experience, TEO works individually with our Laguna Beach Recovery clients, meeting them where they are, and helping them to make measurable physical progress during their time at Laguna.