UPDATE: The staff at Beaches have (yesterday, at the time of writing), created a new account and posted a review directly slandering me in retaliation for my criticism. This is what you get with Beaches: Kyle Marcotte is such an insecure child, he will do everything he can to attack you when things don't go his way. Yelp, please have that phony review removed. The following is my review for Beaches as I wrote it for Google. It refers to reviews made by suspicious Google accounts that contradict some basic facts about the client whose name one of those accounts uses: You roll the dice with your chance at recovery with Beaches. The place is a completely disorganized, unprofessional joke of a program, and this shows in the fact that, during my 53-day stay there, there were at least half a dozen relapses (even one individual relapsing a second time) and at least one client organizing a Xanax sale over his phone in this program. Worse yet is the program's inattentiveness to getting patients their medication on time and in the correct dosage. I knew clients who weren't even receiving the correct medications at all. And most of the "therapy" here consists of therapists trying to reign in grown men acting like high schoolers and refusing to take their own recovery (and the recovery of fellow clients) seriously, not unlike a stressed out substitute teacher unable to control a classroom. At the center of this terrible program is Kyle Marcotte, a dishonest and very young man, known to have been given this business by his father-in-law, who lured my family out of six thousand dollars on the promise of helping me overcome my problems, only to remove me from the program against the advice of my therapists because he felt my problems with depression and social anxiety needed a higher level of care (from which he proceeded to recommend three extremely expensive programs we had no way to afford). In fact, I first new something was "up" with this creep when, in the first week, he isolated me in his office and bullied me in an attempt to admit to writing the negative review posted by "yoyo ma" here, despite the fact that, in the first two weeks, I had no access to the internet. Notice those two good reviews? (Edit: This is on Google: Michael Murphy and Brain [sic] Delk.) Those accounts were both created in the last week, and each of their reviews was written in the same time frame. One of the names reflects a person I knew in the program, and he has NOT been in the program four months; he's from a different state, so I'm not sure how he's had the opportunity to review so many Floridian businesses. The other one I've screen capped, written by "Brain." Kyle is himself barely literate, so it's telling this brand new account making a positive review belongs to a person who can't even spell "Brian" correctly. Further, staff in the program do nothing to curb violent threats made by clients against other clients, and they seem to find it very amusing when male clients make jokes about raping and beating female clients and therapists. I'm fortunately still sober and clean today, but that's through the help of 12-step programs and my new therapists at Flagler Hospital, which actually has a respectable program. Avoid this joke of a business if you want to ensure your continued health. EDIT: On a related note, Jim Griffis, President of Griffis & Griffis Consulting Inc., which specializes in consultation for mental health/addiction services, was called in by Kyle to help him harass me into confessing to posting a critical review despite having no internet access. If, for any reason, you have the opportunity to get suckered into hiring his firm, I recommend not doing so, unless your idea of promoting recovery is to remove a client from therapy to force him to apologize for hurting your internet-feelings. SECOND EDIT: I just realized that Beaches has a page on their website about how "Family is the Foundation of Recovery." My family was promised weekly phone call updates on my progress, as well as arrangements for them to meet with my theealiars. None of this happened, not even once. In fact, the only interaction the facility had with my family was Kyle to harass my father via text while reneging on his offer to refund the cost of my enrollment. read more

Beaches recovery is a great place to learn about how to live life on life's terms! I was a client there for 4 months. I finished out the program, plus more. Beaches Recovery is a program built on genuine care for clients. It is individualized so everything is not cookie cutter. That is one thing I did appreciate so much. This is a company that has saved my life. They work hard each day to make the next day better. They put together so much effort to try to satisfy ALL of the clients, however, of course that isn't possible. So there are a few sour apples. However, my experience at Beaches, I came into this program unwilling, resentful, and stubborn, like many others, however, I made it a point that I would not run away from this decision I made to come here. I made a decision that I needed to change a lot more than just my drinking, I needed to change how I live life all together. So I stayed, a few days in, I got so frustrated and I walked outside to smoke. Not even 5 minutes later, the clinical director was outside sitting next to me asking what she could do for me. That was the first time I'd been asked that in years. She didn't have to come outside, she never even spoken to me. I told her that I am going through changes, I hate changes, and this is apart of life that I will have to face and go through. Changes were not my friend. However, I knew at that time, I was finally at a place where people cared... About me! That is only one of the hundred stories I can tell you that proves that this place genuinely cares. I was blessed beyond my measures to be able to not only attend such a recovery home, but to be apart of. In my 4 months at Beaches, I learned to cope with things I couldn't have before, handle pressure under stressful situations, keep everything clean, have a daily routine, budget my money, peel back layers of my daggum onion of a life, and actually organize my thoughts to which I can think clearly and get things accomplished. I was stressing about moving out after, automatically, one of the therapist, Margaret was bringing up 100 topics for classes to prepare uus for what we will be handling in the future when we left the bubble. Now to me, that's really care. I'm not used to just saying I'm scared, and having at least 10people there to help me through what I'm going through at that time. I've never been able to get that anywhere else and there is no way I could ever repay them all that they gave me. When my parents came and seen me, they said ist was as I I went to the military and came back, due to how much changes I had made. My philosophy is that if u get a hundred people in one room to give a speech, not everyone will like it. But those who come in that room with the willingness to receive what they will hear, they will get something out of it. And for those people that speech saved their life, it was all worth it. Ive seen many people finish this program out to move on to reality with all the tools they need to stay clean and sober and live a full filling life. Beaches job is to provide us with the skills and tools neccary to live life, WE have the choice to receive this information or put it to the side. The choice of our actions lye in our hands. I just want to say thank you so much for the opportunity given. Thank you so much to all of the staff, and the house managers , and the leaders in the community who was all there whenever I needed. Y'all truly changed my life for the better and I will always be appreciative of that read more

My child was a resident at Beaches. My highest rating is given after experience that includes my communication with Beaches at the very beginning, my child's full residential recovery period, continued and involved communication, in person meetings with administrators and counselors and medical professionals, and on-going reports from my child. I am not reviewing a restaurant or a car. I am reviewing an entity entrusted with my child's life. Every single member of its staff who I got to know, with whom I met in person, emailed or talked to on the phone, was understanding, highly responsive, empathetic and informed. The administration, the support staff, the business office, all display a deep understanding of the importance of their work and are fully mindful of the perspective of the patient/resident and the families. They do their jobs with excellence. All of the component parts of Beaches are also excellent---- the apartments, the meeting facility, transportation, gym access, and the substantial opportunity for enriching outdoor experience. Beaches is safe, flawlessly consistent with its testing, and guides the resident to the best chance to be his or her best self. The counselors are outstanding. Our experience with our child's counselor, was not just completely positive but gave us concrete and profound tools to help us live better, more fulfilling and healthy lives. No matter where Beaches would be located, I would want my child to be there, because of the people. read more

I had a great experience while I was a client at Beaches. I learned valuable insight from my therapist and the daily process groups. It was a safe place for me to find a network of people who wanted to get clean like myself. They gave me an opportunity to create a network outside of the office by taking me to AA/NA/Refuge Recovery meetings in the area every night. There is a great recovery community in Jacksonville. They had activities such as equine therapy, ropes courses, yoga, boating, surfing, camping and paddleboarding. Jax Beach is like paradise to me. I now call it home. I have been to a lot of rehabs (unfortunately) and there are ALWAYS clients that do not want to be there and are there for reasons other than personally wanting to get clean. They will look for any excuse to point the finger at the administration so they do not have to look inward. I personally know the gentleman that wrote the negative review, and I honestly pray that he can find happiness in his life, wherever that may be. I have nothing to hide so you can contact me personally if you need help. I stuck with the winners and now have 15 months clean, a job, a bank account again, and that is a miracle. Freedom is an amazing thing. I feel that if anyone has any questions about Beaches Recoveries rules, policies and procedures, they should contact Beaches Recovery. read more

This place is ran by a bunch of criminals, crack and meth heads. Don't let the 5 star reviews fool you. The owner was arrested for money laundering and now the ownership has changed names. Administration is unprofessional and have no experience, neither do the therapists. They lie and tell the patients anything to get them to come, then hold them hostage and their belongings when ready to leave. This place is all about insurance scams. Chris the administrator is a crack head himself and is sleeping with Michelle. Patricia doesn't give a damn what is going on at the facility. The doctors don't care about the patients and whats best for them. The nurse manager is extremely ghetto, unprofessional, and unresponsive. The facility lacks communication, and professional structure. If you need treatment go elsewhere! They are always short staffed. Facility is also not equipped to handle a national pandemic. They have little to no supplies or masks. Not properly screening patients and have positive COVID results but are lying to staff and patients. Oh if you are interested in working here, please don't bother. Low pay, no raises, no holiday pay or incentive pay, poor benefits, no 401k, no room for growth or other opportunities, If you express any concerns or complain you will be fired. read more

This program is bar none the best treatment facility/program out there for drug and alcohol abuse. It is located in a beautiful beach setting. The living arrangements are in immaculate new condos. I came into the program at my lifetime low. I had a number of traumatic life events, and my drinking had rapidly accelerated. I was in a very dangerous space. The therapists on staff there are the best of the best. As a patient, you are assigned to a therapist hand picked for you after your intake interview. They even have a therapist who specializes in loss and trauma. Among other things, I was assigned a weekly one on one therapy session alongside a small 5 day a week morning therapy group. There is a very good balance of specialized therapy treatment time and fun activities designed specifically to experience sober living fun. There are even a yoga, art and equine therapies patients can elect to be included in. Some of the adjunct fun activities include Top Golf, zip lining, canoeing, the list goes on. As intensive as this program is, it is also fun. I feel so passionate about the efficacy of Beaches, I cannot stop spreading the word. There is help out there, Beaches saved my life. read more

checked myself into treatment one year ago as I was hopeless, shameful, and guilt ridden. I battled alcoholism, drug abuse, and mental illness my whole life. I had gotten clean and sober by myself several times, but it never stuck. I learned at Beaches how to work a recovery program and that I could not do this on my own. I have been clean and sober for a year and its because I chose to go to Beaches Recovery. I earned about triggers, substance abuse, mental illness, and most of all I learned to talk about what was going on in my head. I now have a full tool belt which I use everyday. I never felt like I fit in anywhere. After a few days, I finally felt like I fit in somewhere. These were my people. If you are looking for help I would highly recommend getting treatment at Beaches Recovery. I learned so much from the therapist and from the other clients. I am grateful for my experience at Beaches. Rick Lenzi read more

I entered beaches on 6/21/21 after many other attempts to get sober. I'm elated to say I recently picked up my year medallion. From intake calls, to detox, to completion of the program the staff accommodated my needs while encouraging me and helping me set up a tool box for when I left. The php program gives you enough freedom that you don't feel forced to do the work instead you want to do the work. In our free time we would go to the beach, ride bikes, cook out, and many other things. Since I left beaches nearly a year ago I've stayed in contact with much of the staff as they continue to encourage me to be a better version of myself. I've never felt judgment from them at all. If you are ready to get sober or have a loved who is I highly recommend Beaches Recovery. read more

Beaches Recovery has helped saved my life more than I can count. If you're looking for full to step down care this is the place to go. If your like me and need all levels of care to help with sobriety this place is a great fit. Most of their staff is in recovery and make it easy to relate. I also had health issues outside of addiction and mental health and there medical staff has helped me regulate issues like type 2 diabetes. Plus, there's nothing more serene and blissful having a view of the ocean 24/7. This is the only rehab I've attended that has therapists that understand medical professionals who need help. 7 years later and I still have staff checking up on me! Thanks again for saving my life! read more

Beaches recovery saved my life. In Jacksonville beach there is an amazing recovery community. During my stay at beaches recovery we went golfing and boating. Great staff who actually care about the clients. I was struggling with addiction, when I arrived at beaches, I was kept busy and active. They showed me how to have fun again. Today, I'm doing well living in the area. Between the recovery community and the nice Florida weather, I decided to relocate to Jacksonville Beach, not far from the center. I periodically stop by and say hello to staff that helped me get to where I am at today. Beaches recovery played a strong role in my recovery and where I am at today. Great place, great people read more

I went to Beaches Recovery when I felt like my life was at its end. I can remember when I first got there the staff was so nice and the atmosphere was so calming that it was hard to remember everything that I had gone through in my life beforehand to get to that point. I am so grateful for the healing that I found through the safe environment that was provided. When I was there I learned healthy coping skills that I still take with me today. I wouldn't change a thing and I thank God for every single person that imparted into me while I was there. I highly recommend them to any person seeking help and recovery. read more

Going to this rehab saved my life! Beaches has a great team of hard working individuals that truly care about their clients. I would consider this a luxury rehab center, they have several kinds of nice apartments where clients stay, some with a pool and gym. They offer a variety of classes and activities, things like healing with horses, Surfing off the Florida coast, Camping in nearby state parks, zip lining and team building exercises, just to name a few! It was very helpful in my recovery to have these engaging classes to pick from. I highly recommend Beaches recovery! read more

A little over 7 years ago I became an employee of Beaches Recovery and I cannot say enough about what it has done for my life! To watch the lives of these clients go from the dark despair of hopelessness to watching their lives change into useful whole members of our community once more, is to me, what makes my job worth coming back to everyday! I feel so lucky to get to work with the clients and wonderful staff that make all of it possible. read more

I've been to beaches recovery twice and had a great experience both times. There's so many activities, it really prepares you for life outside of a controlled environment. Therapy really helped me get to the root of my addiction. Every thing I've learned there continues to help me three years later in recovery. read more

I haven't been the best client. Beaches recovery has given me chance after chance. the staff actually cares about your life. even when I couldn't go to beaches the staff helped me get somewhere else. Theresa has went above and beyond the call of duty. I can never repay her read more

Amazing place it saved my life. They have a great facility, great staff, great therapists, great activites. If you are struggling I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to change their life. read more

Beaches recovery , i highly recommend. The counseling, and physiological treatment were just what i needed anb hadn't received ay previous treatment centers read more

This place completely changed me life! I'm incredibly grateful for the people at beaches recovery.

Awesome staff , awesome service ...if you want to change your life they will help you !!