Our team at La Cima Behavioral is a diverse group of compassionate, highly skilled professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experiences, ensuring that we can offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the individual needs of our clients.
Steve Thomason is a Licensed Master Social Worker with more than twenty years of experience in the behavioral health field. Throughout his career, he recognized that individuals living with higher-acuity psychiatric conditions were often underserved in traditional treatment settings. This awareness became the driving force behind his professional mission: developing programs specifically designed to meet the complex needs of adults who have experienced repeated hospitalizations and ongoing mental health challenges.
Steve earned his Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at San Antonio and his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Texas State University. He also holds licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, bringing a comprehensive understanding of co-occurring conditions and the intersection of mental health and substance use.
Steve believes that effective, long-term mental health recovery requires more than short-term stabilization. He is a strong advocate for structured, clinically sophisticated care models and a seamless continuum of support following residential treatment. With both clinical and executive leadership experience across numerous behavioral health programs, Steve is known for building strategic partnerships, advancing community awareness, and shaping systems of care that provide clarity, stability, and lasting outcomes for individuals with complex psychiatric needs.
Josh has a passion for helping individuals find their path to continued success. He brings to Alta Loma over a decade of experience working in the Substance Abuse field and has succeeded in jobs as direct care staff, business office administrator, Admissions, Marketing, and Operations.
As the Director of Operations for Alta Loma, Josh oversees daily operations and facilitates all admissions into our program. Josh is an avid consumer of all things geek culture and feels that celebrating our differences can truly bring individuals together.
Josh is passionate about helping individuals build stability, purpose, and long-term success in their mental health journey. With more than a decade of experience in behavioral health, he has developed a broad understanding of program operations and client-centered care through roles including direct support, business office administration, marketing, and operations leadership.
As Chief Operating Officer, Josh oversees the daily functioning of clinical and residential services, ensuring that programs operate with consistency, efficiency, and a strong focus on quality care. His leadership emphasizes creating structured environments that support growth, accountability, and meaningful progress for individuals navigating complex mental health challenges.
Josh is an avid enthusiast of geek culture and believes that embracing individuality and celebrating differences helps foster connection, belonging, and community. These values he integrates into both his professional work and personal life.
Robert’s personal and professional journey has shaped a deep commitment to supporting individuals navigating complex mental health challenges. While he faced personal struggles earlier in life, it was during his career in sales that he experienced a pivotal shift in purpose. Despite professional achievement, he recognized a desire for more meaningful, mission-driven work centered on helping others build stability, clarity, and long-term recovery.
That realization led him into the behavioral health field, where he discovered a passion for creating structured, supportive environments that foster growth, accountability, and personal transformation.
As Chief Development Officer, Robert brings a unique blend of lived experience, operational insight, and strategic vision. He is dedicated to expanding programs, strengthening partnerships, and advancing care models that promote lasting mental wellness. His leadership is grounded in authenticity and a strong belief that meaningful change is possible when individuals are supported with the right structure, community, and clinical guidance.
Robert struggled with addiction from an early age, but it came truly apparent to his friends and family while he was attending the University of Denver.
Robert initially worked in sales and became very successful in his career but realized he was unfulfilled and took a side job managing a sober home. During this time, he realized his true passion was working in recovery and mental health. With this newfound passion, Robert went on to open his own sober living company and is Co-owner of Sunlight Sober Living. Robert has a true passion for recovery, mental health, and helping others.
His passion along with his wide range of personal and work experience allows him to help residents bring real change to their lives while at Alta Loma. He is currently working on getting a PRS (Peer Recovery Support Specialist) certification. After completing his PRS certification, he plans to continue his education further to become a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.
