Team

Monica Ferreri, MS, LMFT, CCTP, CAIMHP, earned her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University in Riverside after completing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at California State University, San Bernardino. She has been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2018 and holds additional certifications related to trauma-informed and integrative mental health care.

Monica is trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Watch, Wait, Listen, and has experience with trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, crisis intervention, and grief and loss. Her approach to addiction treatment incorporates CBT and IFS while also helping clients develop practical skills for managing anxiety and stress.

Monica believes each person should be treated with dignity and have an active voice in their therapeutic process. She works to provide individualized care that respects each client’s experiences, needs, and goals throughout treatment.

Patt Ochoa is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor III (CADC III) passionate about helping people recover from addiction. His personal experience with addiction and his journey to recovery led him to pursue a career in counseling. Patt started by creating a Recovery Component for a sober high school and focused on treating the whole family to ensure a successful recovery. He co-founded OCTLC, Inc., Sustain Recovery in Irvine, California, which provides a 24-hour structured home for young people to recover for a minimum of six months. Patt also runs groups in high schools throughout Orange County and created 11:11 Intervention Inc. and 11:11 Coaching, which offer services such as interventions, case management, sober mentoring, and transport. Patt believes in educating families and addicts, helping them make the decision to seek treatment, and providing support to achieve sobriety.

Serenna serves as a Utilization Review Specialist at Liberty House Recovery, bringing a strong understanding of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria and behavioral health insurance processes. Her work helps support appropriate levels of care while assisting clients in making the most of the benefits available through their insurance plans.

Known for her communication skills, attention to detail, and understanding of utilization review requirements, Serenna works closely with the treatment team to help coordinate coverage and support continuity of care. Her commitment to clients and knowledge of the insurance authorization process make her a valued member of the Liberty House team.