I've been on a long journey with my mental health, and it hasn't been an easy one. From the…read moreconstant dissappointment that's been my companion, to the depression that one day changed me into a different person without warning, it's been rough. And I understand that it hasn't just been rough for me. It's also been rough for the people around me. I consider myself to be brave. Getting out of bed each morning may not seem brave to most, but anyone who has battled through the self eclipsed war of depression knows otherwise. When the voices and forces within you want nothing more than to bring you down, you need to rise above. And that, is the bravest thing anyone could ever do. Depression can you turn you into someone you aren't. It will make your face unrecognizable in the mirror, your voice unrecognizable to your ears. When you're hurting, you do and say things you don't mean. You turn into an angry, ugly person. Someone you truly are not. To those who could not handle it, I'm sorry. I truly am sorry.  When you get into a really bad state, sleeping is rare. You lay awake through the night, thinking, weeping and panicking. Essentially, wishing you were dead. Waking up in the morning and carrying on like a "normal human" is not the easiest thing in the world to do, when just 12 hours ago you were praying to fall asleep and not wake up. Some would say I was unmotivated, boring or mean. They weren't wrong, but if only they knew. When you're depressed, it is difficult to reach out. You fear what others will think, and how they will treat you. "Get over it", "You're so dramatic", these are phrases I've heard more than enough. The thoughts that go on in our minds are scary, terrifying in fact. It takes courage to face them yourself, let alone take the first step in changing and reprogramming your thought process. I have seen the light. A light I once thought I would never find. My mental illness is not my reality. I would never choose this life for myself, or anyone, but i have finally overcome my demons. The Holistic Sanctuary gave me the power to take control of my life and stopped my battles with addiction and guided me in overcoming my mental health issues. From the various IV therapies, to energy healing, massages, to a well balanced diet and nutrition, after 17 years of nicotine addiction and my struggles with mental health have become a thing of the past. I have never felt more powerful than I do in this very moment. I am filled with so much self love that I could never ingest or cause any type of harm that is my body, my temple. I've realized that I haven't been the person I truly am, or the person I am meant to be. I've done, and said, some terrible things. I've made mistakes, and I've been an ugly person. If it wasnt for Johnny and his angels I wouldnt have continued on this path and for that I want to say thank you for your kindness. You will never know how often the smallest gestures made the biggest difference. On days when all I could do was cry, or all I wanted was to become invisible, your kindness mattered. Your listening ear, your gentle hug, your affirmation that I matter in this world all changed my outlook, or at least my day. It is in these smallest, quiet moments that my world slowly began to change for the better. Thank you for being there. There have been times when simply your presence in the room made me feel safe. Sometimes, just knowing in that moment I was not alone saved my life. How do I even begin to thank you for something so monumental? The words "thank you" seem so inadequate, and yet they are all I have to offer. I know I can never repay you, but please know I am eternally grateful. Without Johnny I would no longer be here. Thank you for making the effort to making my journey as easy as possible each and every day. Thank you for realizing that while I rarely ask, I often need help and support. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do in guiding all those that are lost in the world. In my experience, few are as faithful as those who stand by your side through depression or other mental illness. You are all remarkable human beings and thank you for saving my life. This is the greatest gift you can give to yourself or to anyone that is suffering from any addiction or severe mental health issues. TRUST AND LET GO

I'd give it 11 stars if I could. This week I will celebrate 10 years clean thanks to Johnny Tabaie…read moreand his staff at the Holistic Sanctuary. I dreamed of what it was that I needed and I just couldn't believe it actually already existed when I found and connected with The Holistic Sanctuary online. I tried everything else and I knew what I needed , but Johnny held the container and had it so perfected because that's what he does , he's 1000% committed to doing it correctly and cutting no corners. I am available anytime to share more personally my experience with The Holistic Sanctuary. I am Forever Grateful to Johnny Tabaie

After working in the healthcare and rehabilitation industry for over a decade, I can honestly say…read morethis is one of the best facilities I've ever experienced. The facility is extremely clean, the care is exceptional, and the nursing team is truly available 24/7 and always attentive. The rehabilitation department, including PT and OT, is top notch and genuinely focused on helping patients improve and feel supported every step of the way. What stands out most is the level of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork throughout the entire building. I would absolutely trust this facility with my own family, and that says everything. Truly outstanding care and services.

There are not enough words to express the gratitude I have for the Rehabilitation Center of Beverly…read moreHills. My mother suffered a devastating stroke that left her unable to walk, unable to move her arms, and barely able to speak--at one point, the only word she could say was "ok." As a family, we were scared, overwhelmed, and unsure of what her future would look like. What this facility did for her... truly changed everything. Today, she is now speaking over 100 words. That transformation alone speaks volumes about the dedication and skill of the speech therapy team. They didn't just do their job--they gave my mother her voice back. The physical therapy department worked with her consistently, day in and day out. Even though she's still on her journey toward walking and regaining full use of her hands, the progress she's made has given her something priceless: belief. She now knows recovery is possible, and that mindset shift is everything. Let's be real--no place is perfect. But what sets this facility apart is the effort, the consistency, and the care. In a place where patients are going through some of the hardest moments of their lives, the staff still shows up with compassion and professionalism. From the valet to the front desk, from housekeeping to dietary staff, management, and especially the nurses and students putting in real, hands-on work--you can feel that people here care. And that matters more than anything. This is not just a facility--it's a place where real healing happens. To everyone there: thank you for giving my mother progress, hope, and dignity. Please keep doing what you're doing--you are truly changing lives.

One thing I really appreciate about Brentwood Health Care Center is how much they do to keep the…read morepatients happy and engaged during their stay. Besides the amazing Physical Therapy team, the Activities Room was such a great place. My uncle was able to get out of his room, socialize, and have fun! They always have different things going on, whether it's games, movies, music, or just opportunities for everyone to spend time together. It's really nice to see the patients laughing, interacting, and having something to look forward to. The Activities Room brings a lot of life and positive energy to the facility, and it's something I really enjoyed doing with my uncle while he was there.

In addition to the facts in my second review, I want to retract my positive comment about Andrea in…read moremy first review. Please tell that unprofessional B**** when an elderly man is dying and his wife of 38 years is crying on his shoulder, keep her mouth shut. She was patching up his other arm, cancer patients bleed easily. I was not in her way nor did she say I was. However, she said, disgustedly, how insensitive my crying was and she was surprised I hadn't been asked to leave. Yes, seriously. Our first experience when he wasn't as sick, I wrote positive things. We had to return when his illness progressed and were treated completely different. My tip is, if your loved one is recovering from a broken bone, or similar ailment this place is fine. If your loved one is unable to defend themselves against abusive staff, you do not want to come here. And yes, Andrea was only abusive to me. Read second review to hear how he was literally tortured by other staff. I've been too busy planning the funeral to file the law suit. See you soon, DJ.

Breathe has undergone new changes with it's new management. All the staff are nice and friendly…read more They seek takings care of their clients through their quality of care. They have range of help with cross addiction. Many forms of programs and support from counseling to therapy. Don't get me started with their Hot Tub and Gym!

If you care about anyone suffering from addiction, DO NOT SEND THEM TO BREATHE. This is a…read moreclient-based treatment center, which means MONEY is ALL they care about. You say you'll stay for 30, they say you need to stay for 60. While the longer you remain in a CREDIBLE patient-based (usually under the care of a hospital with doctor overseeing the program) the greater chance of staying sober, BUT if you stay 60, they push for 90. God forbid you announce after 17 days that you will be leaving in 30, the staff becomes very passive aggressive and vascillates between trying to threaten clients with relapse and ignoring them altogether. The staff has ZERO accreditations other than being in recovery themselves. HIPPA and privacy is completely ignored, and have no medical background whatsoever. They do not treat the clients with any compassion or respect, unless you/your family has money. There were three people out of 65 who were solely there for alcohol (no cross-addiction). They were handed The Big Book and that was it. Those with eating disorders, methamphetamine, or pill addictions had separate groups for counseling daily. Those three never had any sessions where they were able to discuss their addiction or were given any help. The entire group went to AA speaker meetings 7 days a week, but never got delve into their own issues. Kathleen made a point to dress down the entire group over unhappy staff and actually said, "We DO NOT CARE how you got here. We don't care about your past. Stop whining and listen to your counselors, they have heard every lie and excuse coming out of you and know you better than you know yourself!" Sobriety 101, addiction is a symptom of the problem that brought them to rehab. There was absolutely no communication with family members, which is essential as it is a family disease. One person who completed their treatment after 90 days, was back the very next day as they relapsed that night. They had something called Family Week, that only those who had been at the facility for at least 90 days MIGHT be able to attend, but it was months away. Family members were encouraged to take an entire week off of work and pay for a week's stay at a hotel where they held it. Some of these people's loved ones spent every last dime to keep them there and could not take off work for a day, let alone an entire week. Kathleen's "special talent" is to single out a client and proceed to rip them apart in front of their peers (and was said to do this at Family Week repeatedly over the course of the week). Nothing she said was in the vein of healing. It was 45 minutes of verbal abuse that left people completely traumatized. MacKenzie Phillips wasn't an active member of the program, she just wandered the halls, if she was there at all. Breathe has a lot of glossy pictures and empty promises (equine therapy...there was none, a swimming pool...clients were not allowed to use it, trips to the beach...nope, too much liability). The founder bought up all but two houses on a street in Laurel Canyon (you do the math) and it looks great on their website, but that's it. It is NOT a safe place to heal. ***Bottom line, if you or someone needs help with addiction, please find a PATIENT-BASED rehab facility, that encourages family participation through visitation and group therapy. The counselors should hold degrees in psychology, drug and addiction counseling, etc and have done clinical hours during their studies. Places that show you pictures of what looks like a 5-star resort with promises of gourmet food, a spa-like atmosphere, and an easy process do not have their client's best interest at heart. As with any facility, you need to do your due diligence, ask questions, and review their qualifications. If I can educate just one person on what to look for and what to avoid, so that they can help a loved one or themselves acheive sobriety in a safe and healthy environment, then I will consider writing this incredibly worthwhile.

If you are reading this review it's because you or a love one is being referred here and you want…read moreto know as much as possible on where you are going. I understand because I did the same thing. Early September my Dad suffered a stroke and the doctors at Cedar Sinai said my Dad was a candidate to come here. So naturally I looked CRI up. Lots of mixed reviews so I can only tell you about our experience. Out of the 18 days my Dad was there, I was with him for 16 of those day & nights. So here it goes for my Dads stay on the 6th Flor - Nurses are amazing. Hilda, Ellin, Nellie and they went above and beyond every single time they were with my Dad. They were very kind. - Melissa from Food Services was kind, attentive and always making sure my Dad knew what food options he had. She's amazing! - Sonia with House Keeping, always making sure we had everything we needed. Including me. - Therapist: Jackie (PT), Laurent (OT) and Hailey (ST) did everything they can to help my Dad get better. They were patient & kind. NOW THESE PEOPLE WENT ABOVE & BEYOND FOR MY DAD. Physical Therapist: Lindsay & Josh. You both stood out above the rest. Josh was in training and he did great! Lindsay you are INCREDIBLE! Thank you for encouraging and pushing my Dad! You really made him work while also training Josh. He's going to be amazing because of you! I appreciate you both so much for pouring into my dad. Having you for therapy would always bring a big smile to his face. Nurse Assistant: JEREMY! This man needs a RAISE! Out of everybody there he spent the most time with my dad. He gained my dad's trust and my dad loved him. He was always kind, funny, attentive. He always made sure my dad was comfortable and was patient with him and took his time with whatever he needed. He was also very respectful not only to me but to my dad. Treated him like a really good human. I will be eternally grateful I will never forget him. If you have made it this far, one of the biggest suggestions I can give to you is make sure you are there to advocate for your loved one. If you notice I have not named any of the doctors because I had a terrible experience with the first assigned doctor. Terrible bed side manner and in and out like a toaster oven. I had to remove him from my Dads. I did get to speak with the medical director CHRISTOPHER BADOUKIAN however it seamed more like a "save face" room call so I wouldn't file a grievance against Dr. Shin for minimizing, my dad's symptoms and delaying care. Regardless I still give this place five stars because of the wonderful THERAPIST & SUPPORT STAFF they have here. They truly wanted me Dad to get better. ADVICE. ADVOCATE for yourself and your loved one. DON'T LET THE DOCTORS RUSH YOU & SPEAK UP. If you or your loved one put in the work, YOU WILL SEE PROGRESS. Still 5 Stars.

Century City, CA My…read moreclient got transferred here for recovery after a brief hospitalization. And I can't Thank You enough the staff for helping and caring about her health and wellbeing. My client received care from PT, OT, SLP and they really worked hard on her recovery and she is now back home with 24/7 private care for continuous support. I am in the medical field and I have learned a lot from the nurses from wound care to drawing blood. The nurses were very supportive and gladly shared their knowledge to me. Maybe I can work here someday after getting a much needed experience..

I limped when I came in and I'm walking now - wow from one appointment such a difference!!! Esther…read moreshowed me exercises and manipulated my knee and Julie was an awesome woman who did the ultrasound and tens! This is a wonderful place - they even have coffee and sweeties too!!! Even the receptionist was so sweet and organized - my appointment was on time and I felt very cared for.

Great people, professional, friendly and most important helpful during my painful days. I have…read morelearned to stretch correctly, enjoy my work out and massages. Professional, holistic approach to live a pain free life. I lost 10 lbs by simple tips shared with me. Motivated by the work out and results gave me more confidence. Very much recommend staff, the treatments and the results!

Best Physical therapy I have ever received!!…read more They actually care here! Everyone is incredible friendly, polite and genuinely wants you to feel better. I recently injured my shoulder and had to go for some rehab and from the moment I walked in it's been an amazing experience. Dr. Ellen is incredibly professional and has helped me so much already. The rest of the staff are great as well. This is the fastest recovery I've ever made on my bad shoulder and I am improving quickly. They have so much great equipment and weights here to help with whatever type of recovery you are making. I'm so glad my doctor recommended this place and I am so grateful to everyone here who has helped me so far. Also, everyone who works here wears masks (I don't wear a mask anymore) which I respect and I know some people still feel strange going places that don't, if you are that person this is a great place since they do still wear them but it's not mandatory for patients. I love this place!!

It was the worst experience I have ever had in my history. Usually, I don't leave any negative…read morecomments, but this time, I will. There was the "glitch" of my charge. Because they charged me upfront before my insurance applies, they had extra money on my account. So, I requested a refund, and I even gave them an email before visiting them last. The issue was the receptionist. Regardless of what I say, everything I say to her somehow translated to "I refuse to pay." To her. ?????? NO!!! I tried so many ways to explain her, but she ended up saying, " she doesn't want to pay. It was my huge mistake engaging the conversation with her, but this back and forth conversation made me really angry. She didn't give me any information about how and when I get money back. I didn't even know why I couldn't use the funding they had for my last visit. The worst part was her attitude. She even said "Why do you care so much about the refund. It's just $20." Well, on that case, why does she care to charge $12 even if I would end up getting the refund. Because she is the manager, I cannot even talk anybody higher. It was so unfortunate I cannot see my PT after my cancer surgery.

I have to admit, after reading some of the Yelp reviews, I was hesitant about bringing my dad to…read moreAlcott. A friend of mine had a good experience there with her mother, though, so we decided to give it a chance. I'm glad we did. My dad stayed at Alcott for about 4 months, and overall we had a very positive experience. The nurses, caregivers, PT, and OT staff were wonderful with him. They were patient, attentive, and genuinely caring toward my 90-year-old dad. Most importantly, he left much stronger and in much better physical condition than when he arrived. One thing that really stood out to me was how clean the facility was. There always seemed to be someone cleaning, and the staff truly tried their best to care for the residents. I know people complain about the food, but realistically it's hospital-style food, and they have to prepare meals that work for elderly residents with different health needs. We ended up bringing some of my dad's favorite foods whenever we visited, which helped. I also want to give a special thank you to Ms. Fern from Social Services. She was incredibly helpful in guiding me through the process of finding an assisted living facility for my dad, and she even followed up after his discharge to check on how he was doing. That meant a lot to our family. My dad was lucky and ended up having great roommates who looked out for each other, which was really sweet to see. Thank you to the entire Alcott team for taking care of my dad and helping our family through a difficult time.

Update: The nurses here have been extremely rude and dismissive toward both patients and their…read morevisiting family members. I witnessed one of the nurses interacting with a patient in a particularly disrespectful manner. The patient is bedbound and simply asked the nurse to throw away a used tissue. Instead of helping, the nurse appeared annoyed, gave the patient attitude, and refused to assist. What concerned me most is that this happened right in front of me, as a family member. It makes me wonder how patients are being treated when their loved ones aren't there to witness what's happening. Patients deserve to be treated with dignity, patience, and basic respect, especially when they are completely dependent on staff for their care. That same nurse also told me that I'm not allowed to give my family member an ice pack. If the patient were being checked on regularly and their needs were being addressed in a timely manner, I wouldn't feel the need to step in and help with basic comfort measures in the first place. Please check in and visit your loved ones regularly.

I am lucky to have known some of the staff of NuView for a few years now. The role they play in…read moregetting people sober is absolutely pivotal. Every staff member has a very thorough education in addiction and recovery. I'm talking book knowledge as well as years of (sometimes harrowing, often inspiring) experiences. They have an authentic passion for recovery. And they know what this kind of transformation should look like. The clinical staff at NuView possesses a diverse range of skills. These skill sets include pragmatic things like self-development training, which can help clients get jobs, write resumes, or even just manage their own money better. But they also teach important qualities like emotional intelligence, conflict management, and how to handle not wanting to get out of bed in the morning. These are important skills to learn after someone has stopped using drugs and alcohol. Why? Life gets hard when you can't rely on alcohol or drugs to make it SEEM good. So you need to do the hard work of MAKING your life better. At NuView's outpatient programs, they support and guide you through that process. Much of that involves group therapy and other kinds of counseling, including family therapy and one on one meetings. They locate your weak points and help you create a plan for dealing with them, always making sure you take it one step at a time. They also share their own knowledge with you. They know what addiction is from a medical perspective. And there's no reason why someone with an addiction shouldn't know that as well. Sometimes people don't know why they feel such a strong compulsion to drink or do drugs. The staff at NuView help clients realize that it's not some moral failure - it's a legitimate mental health condition with neurological, emotional, and interpersonal causes. And it can be treated. NuView is especially good at helping people who have a history of relapse or who have struggled with getting sober even after attending other rehabs. This is because they put more personal care into their treatment approaches than most other rehabs. Their treatment plans are generally customized for each individual client. This makes sense, since addiction is a pretty wide category, and it is not the same for everyone. Their outpatient programs provide a holistic approach to addiction. Clients have access to a safe and supportive community. They also get a social network of other people in recovery, so they can all grow together. You won't feel alone even for one minute throughout this process. For family members, they also put on many events and try to include them in the treatment process. Literally everyone gets a chance to heal and to work on themselves. If you're dealing with addiction now or if you just quit, it's time to treat yourself to a clean and sober life that's actually good. Why get sober and be miserable? At NuView, no matter how broken down you are, you WILL experience a transformation. Simple as that.

Working with Daniel and their team has been a pleasure. Their commitment to client care is evident…read morein every interaction. I run a Sober Living Home in Culver City, and our residents who transition from this facility arrive well-prepared and motivated for the next step.

My expectations for a quality experience to help set the stage for building, healthy habits that I…read morecould fall back on once I was on my own was met with a high standard. The nutrition needs were met with quality food prepared at a high-level that taught me to appreciate good food, and fostered a desire to continue feeding my body, and respecting my body by limiting processed foods and high sugar items that only serve to retrigger the reward pathway. The next most important reason I chose 1Method was for their commitment to an exercise program that was built into the weekly schedule that included the guidance of a professional trainer who worked with me to build new habits that have stayed with me. I have stayed sober since August 25 of 2019 . I am grateful to live at the beach where I ride my bike every day and prepare healthy, real foods for myself and my family, because those things helped me build new habits that were foundational to my long term success. I will complete my bachelors degree in December of this year and plan to enter the graduate program in January. It's never too late to make a new start and transform your life.

This was a great place that actually really changed my life. Now, the place is not great…read more... and good luck getting in...used to be able to get into the facility within a day. Now, they take in Veterans and the wait list is about 2 weeks long. I am a female Veteran and that's what I was told. I came to 1 Method 2 years ago and it was no where near as inaccessible or mean as Shannon was (admissions lady) Was to me, even though I am just trying to get a friend in crisis into their facility. Sanctuary treatment is a great place. I would recommend them. They're a little further north, but they're a way better treatment center, as far as availability and care