Meet Your Exist Team

Meet the Exist Team

Founder + Executive Clinical Director

Founder + Executive Clinical Director


Dr. Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD, CCTP, C-PD


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Dr. Courtney Tracy, LCSW, PsyD, CCTP, C-PD

Dr. Courtney Tracy is the Founder and Executive Clinical Director of Exist Centers. She is a USC-trained, licensed doctoral-level clinician with over 10 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Dr. Courtney developed Exist Centers because for a long time, she didn't want to exist (due her own personal substance use and mental struggles.) Now, she serves the team by ensuring every decision made in our programs is made with excellent clinical client care in mind.

Dr. Courtney is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and a Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider (C-PD). She holds a Masters in Social Work and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Courtney has a proven track record of success in founding and directing

co-occurring (mental health + substance use) treatment centers, developing and implementing evidence-based and purpose-driven clinical programs, and advocating for mental health reform.

Dr. Courtney is also an award-winning mental health public figure who has spoken at national conferences, been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times and the LA Times, and is respected by both her clinical field and the general population.

 A SoCal native (born, raised, and currently residing), Dr. Courtney prides herself on treating the communities she and her family live, work, and play in. Dr. Courtney has been with her husband for 18 years and they have two young children.



Dr. Courtney Tracy,
LCSW, PsyD, CCTP, C-PD


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Co-Founder + Operations Director

Co-Founder + Operations Director


Max Tracy, BA


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Max Tracy, BA


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Max Tracy, BA


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Licensed Psychotherapist

Licensed Psychotherapist


Emily Forotan, LMFT


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Emily Forotan, LMFT


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Licensed Psychotherapist

Licensed Psychotherapist


Mikaela Karpinski, LCSW


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Mikaela Karpinski, LCSW


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Associate Therapist

Associate Therapist


Kat Day, ACSW


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Kat Day, ACSW


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Group Facilitator

Group Facilitator


Steven Shaw


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Steven Shaw


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Somatic Practitioner

Somatic Practitioner


Maggie Scotto, BS, RADT, RYT-500


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Maggie Scotto, BS, RADT, RYT-500


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Medical Directors

Medical Directors


Dr. Randall Turner, DO

Dr. Randall Turner embarked on his distinguished medical career after receiving his degree from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, further specializing in Psychiatry with a residency at Loma Linda University. Recognized for his expertise with board certifications in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Preventive Medicine, Dr. Turner has become a cornerstone in his field. As a founding member of the Progeny Psychiatric Group, he is deeply committed to understanding and treating various aspects of human psychology and psychopathology, focusing on general adult psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine. His holistic approach aims to alleviate suffering and foster the growth of his patients, combining compassion with comprehensive care.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Turner is also a passionate musician, proficient in guitar, piano, and drums, which complements his medical profession by offering a unique blend of creativity and healing. His interests extend to reading, bird watching, and traveling, enriching his personal and professional life with diverse experiences and a deep appreciation for nature and cultures around the world. Residing in Southern California with his wife and four children, Dr. Turner's life is a testament to a balance between professional dedication, artistic expression, and family, embodying excellence, talent, and integrity that resonate both within and beyond the medical community.


Dr. Randall Turner, DO

Dr. Randall Turner embarked on his distinguished medical career after receiving his degree from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, further specializing in Psychiatry with a residency at Loma Linda University. Recognized for his expertise with board certifications in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine by the American Board of Preventive Medicine, Dr. Turner has become a cornerstone in his field. As a founding member of the Progeny Psychiatric Group, he is deeply committed to understanding and treating various aspects of human psychology and psychopathology, focusing on general adult psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine. His holistic approach aims to alleviate suffering and foster the growth of his patients, combining compassion with comprehensive care.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Turner is also a passionate musician, proficient in guitar, piano, and drums, which complements his medical profession by offering a unique blend of creativity and healing. His interests extend to reading, bird watching, and traveling, enriching his personal and professional life with diverse experiences and a deep appreciation for nature and cultures around the world. Residing in Southern California with his wife and four children, Dr. Turner's life is a testament to a balance between professional dedication, artistic expression, and family, embodying excellence, talent, and integrity that resonate both within and beyond the medical community.


Dr. Nathan Ngo

Nathan Ngo is committed to enhancing access to and the quality of mental health care. Fluent in both English and Vietnamese, he specializes in a diverse array of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and trauma-related issues.

He is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while actively participating in community outreach and mental health advocacy.

In his leisure time, Nathan enjoys discovering new culinary experiences, weightlifting, and spending quality moments with his family, valuing the importance of connection and overall well-being.

Nathan Ngo is committed to enhancing access to andd issues.

He is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while actively participating in community outreach and mental health advocacy.

Nathan Ngo is committed to enhancing access to and trauma-related issues.

He is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while actively participating in community outreach and mental health advocacy.


Dr. Nathan

Nathan Ngo is committed to enhancing access to and the quality of mental health care. Fluent in both English and Vietnamese, he specializes in a diverse array of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and trauma-related issues.

He is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while actively participating in community outreach and mental health advocacy.

In his leisure time, Nathan enjoys discovering new culinary experiences, weightlifting, and spending quality moments with his family, valuing the importance of connection and overall well-being.


To learn more about Exist Centers Outpatient Treatment Programs, call us at
(844) 708-2323 or email us at [email protected].

To learn more about Outpatient Treatment Programs, call us at
(844) 708-2323 or email us at [email protected].