Meet Your Provider

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The talent, grace, attention to detail and sheer determination of every Solstice Pacific team member will not only surprise you, but help you find ease. Creating a team that is committed to do their own personal work (self-care including family, creative expression, rest, therapy and spiritual ties to mention a few) is fundamental to the founding of Solstice Pacific. When our cup runs over, we can better serve the community. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our providers. In the Solstice Pacific Family, everyone is trained to provide. Anticipating your needs shouldn't just happen when you go to a resort. It should be the heartbeat of healthcare. Delivering the best integrative psychiatric and neurological care is made possible through comprehensive on-boarding and training. But more, our combined emotional intelligence allows us to hold space, to connect and herein compassion is supplied without being self-serving or disingenuine. A team tethered by trust and a common core value moves mountains. Welcome to Solstice Pacific! The miles that led you to this moment are treasured by each provider, regardless of title or role. We are all here to serve you and to be a trauma informed witness to your preferences, strengths, needs, goals and abilities. 

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Britten Devereux

CEO

Completing her Master of Science in Addiction Counseling concurrent to a role as Clinical Supervisor, then Managing Director, Britten ensures patients are treated with dignity and that care is tailored, time-bound and specific.“Individual mental health is the axis point to family stability, marketplace innovation and overall wellness.” As a Licensed Advanced Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Britten has her MAC from the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals and is committed to see staff and patients reach the goals they did not believe possible. You will often hear her talking about Solstice Pacific being the leading force to change the landscape of psychiatry. Combining services neurological, social and psychological, she educates families and clinicians to move from scarcity and deficits; what she calls a wasteland, to psychiatric care that is collaborative and strengths-based, what she calls a capital city. “This ultra personal space of the service sector demands innovation and hospitality. Given over time, generations not just individuals live a different narrative ... one of courage, health and connection.” With a background in business and change management, Britten’s leadership spans more than visionary or clinician, but getting results.

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Dr. Randall Turner, DO

Psychiatrist

Dr. Randall Turner received his medical degree from TUNCOM in Nevada and completed his Psychiatry Residency training at Loma Linda University. He's board certified in Psychiatry and also in Addiction Medicine.He serves hospitals and institutions all over California. He has extensive experience with varied populations including geriatric psychiatry and addiction medicine across acute, subacute and everything after. He strives thoroughly to understand human psychology and psychopathology with a hope to relieve suffering and foster the growth of those he treats. Dr. Turner is a talented musician. In his spare he enjoys reading, bird watching, and traveling. He currently resides in Southern California with his wife and four children. Dr. Turner is a catalyst in Solstice’s growth, mission and quality.

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Brianna Riddlebarger

Physician Assistant

Brianna is a California native and has worked in healthcare since 2013. In her practice, she has consistently seen mental health to be the key to overall wellness. As a Board Certified Physician Assistant, Brianna integrates lifestyle, psychosocial factors, and other holistic interventions with conventional treatments to treat the whole person. Professionalism and empathy are her priorities in the vulnerable setting of psychiatric care. Pursuing psychiatric care can be difficult and scary. Brianna’s goal is to help each individual feel safe, welcome, valued, and capable of change. Brianna is also a teacher at heart and incorporates teaching in her sessions to help her patients understand more about their bodies and how they can heal.  She is driven by her own personal journey in integrative medicine, her own learning, and emotional healing. Brianna is a wife, mother, medical preceptor, and an adjunct instructor for local Physician Assistant programs. It is Brianna’s vision to ensure that Solstice Institute shapes minds and policies to ensure outcomes in psychiatric medicine.

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Narges Maududi

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Narges completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience from George Mason University and earned a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Southern California. As a licensed clinician, Narges strives to create a safe environment that can both guide and nurture patients to thrive and overcome obstacles. Her holistic approach to customer service starts with listening and ends with listening. Narges believes that when patients are treated with respect, dignity, and compassion, they are empowered to draw on their own strengths and realize their full potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. She carries this philosophy into her practice. She believes that “healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment and needs to take place in a safe and holding environment.” Part of what marks Narges’ career in mental health is her experiences growing up in Afghanistan. She leads women, by example and evidence-based modalities to become whole, heard mothers, spouses and neighbors who look after each other - not just their own. Narges’s experience is from acute, severe, chronic or persistent conditions.

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Lena Osborne

Case Manager

Lena seeks to combine her clinical knowledge and deep empathy to support individuals on their mental health journey, offering personalized care that emphasizes hope, growth, and recovery. With a focus on holistic healing, Lena integrates psychological, emotional, and relational support to help patients overcome challenges, focusing not just on symptoms but on building a life worth living.

“Everyone has the potential to heal and grow, and my role is to support each person in discovering their inner strength and resilience.” Lena approaches each case with the belief that lasting change is possible when treatment is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in a strengths-based approach. Guided by this philosophy, she is committed to helping patients and their families move beyond their struggles and toward a more fulfilling, connected life.

Lena brings a background of 10 years in secondary education, where she has developed a deep understanding of the intersection between mental health, family dynamics, and community resources. Passionate about making a positive impact, she is dedicated to fostering a therapeutic environment that prioritizes dignity, respect, and trust.

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Sapna Sareen

Patient Advocate, TMS Treater
Not too long ago, when I was struggling with my mental health issues, Solstice gave me tools to cope with my emotional dysregulation. This is where I learned skills like mindfulness, healthy thinking, the importance of connection and nurturing a positive view of myself and of the world around me. My circumstances have not changed since then but by practicing those skills my attitude towards life has changed completely!

Working at Solstice as a patient Advocate has been a full circle moment for me, namely giving back to the patients what I have learned here. My true reward is to see a patient’s transformation from a negative mindset to that of a positive outlook. The way I prioritize my commitment towards patients is through selfcare, mindfulness, keeping things in perspective, making new connections as well as making time for my hobbies and volunteering in my community.

I have learned through my mental health journey how important family connections are in a patient's recovery. Family members provide happiness, security, support and a sense of purpose and that’s why patients and their families come first. I have a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology and I have worked in the field of scientific Research and Development for many years.

Every adversity in my life has taught me that I can not control the circumstances around me but I can control my thought, action and my behavior towards it. I continue to learn and grow everyday and I am grateful for what I have.
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Aljan Morales

Intake and Utilization Manager

I hold a bachelor’s degree in business and bring 8 years of customer service experience, which has shaped my professional, empathetic, and client-focused approach to care. Growing up with a resilient single mother, I was deeply inspired by her unwavering dedication, which continues to fuel my passion for making a positive impact. At Solstice, I’m honored to apply my skills in a meaningful way, helping others in the mental health field and improving the lives of our patients and their families—an experience that is truly fulfilling.

To stay fully present for those I work with, I prioritize self-care through activities I enjoy and by spending quality time with my family. Their support is crucial in helping me remain grounded and recharged. I also focus on maintaining both my physical and mental health, knowing that balance is essential to showing up with the energy and focus required for my role. Being attuned to the needs of those I work with allows me to offer the best support possible.

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Patricia Gail de Jesus

HR External Affairs Manager

I am an advocate for mental health. I am one instrument of peace for those who seek it, and I get to do this through using my skills in business. One of the many reasons I chose to work at Solstice, a place where I can feel comfort and at the same time, have a sense of purpose—to make this superior standard of care accessible to those who want more from life. I have pledged to give my all to my chosen profession, to put in my best effort, and to help others take flight because I love this side of the healthcare industry—it's where physical health and emotional wellness come together! It is my everyday intention to contribute to the development and precision of the Solstice Team. As the HR External Affairs Manager, I work on our digital platforms, public communique, regulatory affairs, financial analysis, key performance indicators and quality assurance.

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Les Johnson

Vice President of Business Development
Les Johnson is the Vice President of Business Development at Solstice Pacific, bringing a diverse background in real estate, hospitality, and recovery home management. With a strong foundation in managing and scaling businesses, Les leverages extensive experience to foster growth and strategic partnerships for the company. Before stepping into the role at Solstice Pacific, Les honed skills in the restaurant management industry, where he gained expertise in operational efficiency, team leadership, and customer service.

Transitioning into real estate, he became a licensed realtor, further expanding their business acumen and understanding of property investments and market trends. Passionate about improving lives and creating sustainable business solutions, Les is dedicated to driving Solstice Pacific’s mission forward while building meaningful relationships with stakeholders and clients alike.

Solstice was attractive to Les because of their approach to changing the landscape of psychiatry. Accompanied by thoughtful medications, Les gravitates to the 13 skills that are essential to living a manageable life.
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Oscar Rivas

Group Facilitator and Life Coach
Oscar became an advocate for mental health after witnessing the growing challenges faced by youth and their families while serving on various committees in his local school district. His commitment to this cause led him to join Solstice Pacific, drawn by its core value of Family.

As he deepened his work in supporting families, Oscar recognized that everyone is vulnerable to emotional dysregulation and the development of unhealthy coping mechanisms. This realization inspired him to prioritize his own well-being through mindfulness exercises, healthy relationships, continuous learning, and self-reflection. By consistently "filling his cup," he has been able to better serve others and maintain a patient- and family-centered approach.

With four years of experience as a life coach, Oscar has dedicated himself to mastering the skill of facilitation to create meaningful and effective group sessions. His family remains his strongest source of support, and he remains committed to learning, growing, and serving the family.
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Ashly Fox

Group Facilitator
Ashly Fox is a dedicated mental health professional, group facilitator, speaker, and thought leader in the field of addiction treatment, with over a decade of experience. Ashly is a Level II certified addiction counselor (CADC-II) through the California Association of Alcohol and Drug Educators. Her extensive background includes working in residential dual diagnosis settings, supporting individuals on their path to recovery.
 
Ashly’s journey into the world of mental health is deeply personal. Having experienced the high-pressure lifestyle of a top-producing real estate professional, she understands the toll that stress and anxiety can take on individuals and families. Her own family has faced the challenges of addiction and chronic illness, leading her to believe wholeheartedly that these are family diseases, often rooted in trauma. This belief forms the foundation of her compassionate approach to counseling, particularly her expertise in codependency as a cross addiction.
 
Ashly specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma, recognizing the critical importance of nervous system regulation and mindfulness in managing triggers and improving relationships. She has developed a uniquely designed evidence-based system that combines the best practices of Western psychology with the holistic benefits of yoga and somatic awareness, creating a comprehensive approach to support her clients’ individual and collective health journeys.
 
As a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) trained at Loyola Marymount University and an experienced registered yoga teacher (E-RYT 500) through Yoga Alliance, Ashly specializes in trauma-informed, therapeutic yoga. She customizes her practices to meet the unique needs of each client. 
 
Ashly is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for her clients. Her ability to communicate effectively and build trust allows her to create long-lasting relationships that empower individuals to embark on their healing journeys. Ashly is not just a counselor; she is a guiding light in the field of mental health and addiction treatment, dedicated to creating meaningful change in the lives of those she serves.