Our Staff - Clinical Team

Scott has been working at Casa Palmera and Discovery Behavioral Health since 2022. He brings over two decades of diverse leadership skills to the organization in a variety of corporate, start-up, and small business settings. He also brings a blend of professional and lived experiences which enable a deep desire to help and support those in need.

Scott began as a primary therapist at Casa. His therapeutic approach is very integrative, patient-centered, and focused on third-wave modalities. Specific interests include existential exploration, mindfulness, DBT and IFS. Prior to Casa, Scott worked at an acute psychiatric facility in San Diego.

In late 2023, Scott was promoted to Supervisor of Clinical Operations and Engagement where he enacted efficiencies and teambuilding to facilitate an environment where the clinical staff could thrive and focus on excellent patient care. In late 2024, Scott was promoted to Clinical Director where he is continuing to lead the team towards dynamic growth and job satisfaction.

Scott has an undergraduate degree from San Diego State University. An Aztec for Life, Scott was a ball boy for the SDSU Basketball in his youth and then played intercollegiate baseball at SDSU. Scott received a MA in Counseling Psychology form National University. Scott is a native San Diegan and has been married for over 30 years. He and his wife have two children. In his free time, Scott enjoys training for short triathlons, attending sporting events, and sound healing experiences.