Matthew Longoria
Compliance Specialist
Matthew Longoria is a behavioral health consultant and industry professional with more than a decade of experience spanning substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health operations, regulatory compliance, accreditation, and organizational development.
Beginning his career in 2013 in direct client care, Matthew developed a strong foundation in counseling, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, and recovery support before advancing into leadership, compliance, quality assurance, and program development. This combination of clinical and operational experience gives him a practical understanding of what it takes to build treatment programs that are both client-centered and operationally sound.
Since transitioning to full-time consulting in 2023, Matthew has partnered with behavioral health organizations to strengthen operations, navigate complex regulatory requirements, and prepare for licensing and accreditation. His expertise includes DHCS licensing and compliance, Joint Commission accreditation, CARF ASAM accreditation, quality and performance improvement, policy development, EHR implementation, utilization review, staff development, and organizational readiness.
Matthew works closely with executives, clinical leaders, and operational teams to transform regulatory requirements into sustainable systems that improve accountability, quality, and organizational performance. His approach emphasizes more than achieving compliance—it focuses on building strong behavioral health organizations capable of consistently delivering safe, effective, and high-quality care.
