Owner, Clinical Psychologist PSY25350
Matthew Tatum, PsyD received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Rosemead School of Psychology. Early in his career, he played a key role in helping develop two integrated behavioral health departments for Federally Qualified Health Centers in Fresno County. In 2015 he assumed the Executive Director role at First Steps Recovery. There he grew a single, six bed residential drug and alcohol treatment center into a six bed detoxification facility, 16 bed residential treatment center, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program, and 30 bed sober living program. Expanding services such as this is a passion and life’s work for Dr. Tatum. His goal for Shine Mental Health is to expand services to the entire Central Valley and be able to provide care for all those in need.
Scotty grew up in the Fresno area and was a student athlete. However, in his teens he found drugs and alcohol. After a 12-year battle with addiction, and multiple visits to rehab, Scotty found recovery. Scotty immersed himself in the recovery community, and immediately found that he had a passion for helping others. He worked diligently to lead others to the path of recovery and a new way of life. It quickly became evident that his passion for recovery needed to be put to good use, and in 2018 he founded My Time Recovery in Fresno California. Scotty ensures each client knows they are not just in recovery, but they are part of the Shine Mental Health family.
MS, AMFT #130019, Chief Operating Officer of Mental Health Division
Meet Alicia Alva, our dedicated Chief Operating Officer of Mental Health Division, a distinguished figure in the field of behavioral health with a wealth of experience and expertise. Holding a Master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy, Alicia’s passion for enhancing mental health and well-being is palpable in her every endeavor.
With a background as an Executive Director of Day Treatment and Crisis Response programs in the Central Valley, Alicia has honed her leadership skills and deepened her understanding of the complexities within the behavioral health landscape. Her strategic vision and commitment to excellence drive the operational success of our company, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that positively impact individuals and communities.
Nolen Burchett serves as Chief Operations Officer and Partner for Touchstone Recovery Center, Visalia Recovery Center, Bakersfield Recovery Center, and Shine Mental Health. He is dedicated to building treatment programs that combine clinical excellence with compassion, integrity, and genuine human connection.
Having experienced the life-changing impact of recovery firsthand, Nolen understands that lasting transformation begins with hope and is sustained through accountability, community, and purpose. While engaged in his own long-term recovery, he brings both professional leadership and lived experience to his work, believing that every person deserves the opportunity to rebuild their life regardless of where their journey began.
Throughout his career, Nolen has helped lead the growth of comprehensive behavioral health programs that provide detoxification, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient services, and integrated mental health care. His leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that strong organizations exist to serve people—not the other way around. He is committed to creating environments where clients receive exceptional care, staff are empowered to grow, and recovery communities can thrive.
Known for his authenticity, humility, and unwavering commitment to doing the next right thing, Nolen believes that recovery is about far more than abstinence. It is about restoring relationships, discovering purpose, and becoming someone others can trust. He often reminds those he works with that meaningful change is built one intentional decision at a time.
As a partner and executive leader, Nolen remains focused on expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based treatment while preserving the values that make recovery possible: honesty, compassion, accountability, and hope. His mission is simple—to help build organizations that change lives and to ensure every person seeking help is treated with dignity, respect, and the belief that lasting recovery is possible.
Louisa was born and raised in Scotland and attended the University of St. Andrews, where she earned her MA in Social Anthropology. After finishing school, she emigrated to the United States and earned her MA in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling. She is devoted to working with attachment, grief and loss issues, and helping clients learn to accept and embrace their emotions. Her clinical orientation is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) perspective. In her personal life, Louisa is a wife and mother of two amazing boys. She is passionate about helping people love who they are and find inner peace.
MSN PMHNP-BC, Director of Psychiatric Services
Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo, MSN, PMHNP-BC is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with training and experience treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across practice environments; including inpatient and outpatient settings. Her education includes a Master of Science in Nursing degree with a focus on Executive Healthcare as well as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specialization from the University of St. Louis. Stephanie provides personalized, compassionate, and comprehensive care for patients. When not caring for patients Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and collecting plants.
Program Manager
Kate White serves as the Program Manager for Shine Mental Health and Oasis Eating Disorders Recovery. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from California State University, Fresno and is currently pursuing her M.A. in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Change Leadership at Gonzaga University.Kate began her career nearly 3 years ago in the nonprofit sector as an Office Manager, where she discovered a passion for organizing complex systems and supporting multidisciplinary teams. She later stepped into a Program Manager role, focusing on operational efficiency, staff coordination, and community partnerships. Today, she oversees the daily operations of Shine and Oasis, working closely with clinical and administrative teams to strengthen workflows, streamline communication, and create an environment where high quality care can thrive.She is most passionate about designing systems that make meaningful work feel sustainable. Kate loves helping teams gain clarity, reduce friction, and stay connected to the purpose behind their roles. Her work is grounded in a commitment to accessible, ethical, person centered mental health care.Outside of work, Kate enjoys spending time with friends, discovering new music, and attending live music events all over California.
Clinical Supervisor
Gabby Gatewood is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field, working across a wide range of treatment settings and levels of care. She began her career supporting foster care and adoption youth before spending more than two years as a Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) coach for transitional age youth in San Jose. After earning her master’s degree, Gabby moved into group home settings, where she served as a lead clinician in specialized programs, and later stepped into the role of Clinical Director at an inpatient hospital for adolescents.
Fully licensed for over two years, Gabby brings both clinical depth and leadership experience to her current role as Clinical Supervisor at Shine Mental Health and Oasis Eating Disorder Recovery. She is passionate about supporting both clients and clinicians, and is known for her collaborative, grounded, and compassionate approach.
Outside of work, Gabby is a former Division I college tennis player (yes, she still has a competitive streak) and a devoted animal lover, which explains both her energy and her soft spot for the underdog..
Catherine Spears is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #141638) and Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP) who serves as the Director of Clinical Services – SUD Division. In this leadership role, she oversees the delivery of mental health services across the organization’s substance use treatment programs, ensuring clients receive high-quality, evidence-based, and trauma-informed care that supports long-term recovery. She provides clinical direction and program oversight to promote excellence in treatment and positive client outcomes.
Catherine earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Master of Arts in Psychology from Brandman University, part of the Chapman University System. She brings extensive experience in behavioral healthcare across residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient treatment settings. In addition to her leadership role, she owns and operates a private psychotherapy practice specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in treating the whole person, recognizing the important connection between mental health and recovery. Catherine integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help individuals address the underlying causes of addiction, strengthen emotional wellness, and build a sustainable foundation for lifelong recovery.
Catherine is passionate about helping individuals grow, heal, and discover their capacity for lasting change. She believes that recovery is about more than overcoming addiction—it is about building resilience, restoring hope, and creating a meaningful, fulfilling life.
