Michael Castanon

Michael Castanon is the CEO of Alter Behavioral Health San Diego. He turns evidence-based treatment into real-life recovery. With 20+ years in finance and behavioral healthcare, he dives into mental health, addiction recovery, leadership, and how to make quality care accessible. Michael founded Alter Behavioral Health San Diego to offer specialized treatment for adults facing mental health and substance use disorders. He launched BeWellLine, a support initiative, and created Mindfuli, a virtual care platform that’s clocked over 130,000 care encounters. He hosts the Alter’d Life podcast, too. His work helped snag a $5 million grant from the California Mental Health Services Authority. You’ll find him in Authority Magazine and on panels at the BHASE Behavioral Health Summit. When Michael writes, he delivers evidence, not buzzwords. He offers practical guidance, not theory. His mission is to help people find a clear path to lasting recovery.