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    My bed situation that was horrendous

    I went there and I did not feel safe with the sleeping arrangement they had for me considering the fact the nurses office was not inside of the house but attatched outside. They proceeded to put these hard chairs together for me to sleep on with a blanket and pillows that had hairs on them which were indeed not mine. The two girls working in office were indeed talking shit most likely on their computer about me in front of my face. The WiFi is jank as hell and doesn't work. Horrible staff never again zero star repulsive do better do not come here the house is nasty as hell smells rancid. The guy picking me up from the airport port who transported me his car smelt like cigs as well. Just don't go here.

    Monica W.

    Cliffside is amazing. The living space, food, nursing staff, housekeepers, management, Drs and counselors/ therapists. I would not go anywhere else. Don't waste your time trying other places as I had.

    My adult son had been in two prior outpatient rehabs. When insurance covered his treatment at Cliffside, I was initially skeptical of such a luxury experience with weekly massages, sound baths, acupuncture, cleaning and laundry service, fresh, organic cooked meals, outings, yoga, trips to the gym and spectacular views. It seemed more like a vacation I thought. But, it turned out to be just what my son needed. With these experiences and the small ratio of clients:providers, he was able to finally open up and start addressing the pain he had been numbing with substances. Tanya, his case manager, helped him with his needs and setting him up with outpatient care. Roxan, his therapist, was a tremendous help to him. Family sessions are available and the nurses and tech staff also offered great support. My son didn't want to leave! My only suggestion would be to have online family meetings available in the evenings/after work hours.

    Beach walk.... therapy without walls.
    Rich M.

    What can I tell you about Cliffside Malibu? First, it is the first truly luxury rehab facility I've ever stayed at. I loved everything about it. The catered food has been incredible (I've been here two of my four week stay). I don't think they've ever repeated a meal, except for spaghetti and even then it was different meat or vegetable toppings. The staff is amazing, especially the techs and the house manager (Gretchen) at Cliffside Malibu Access (one of several different Cliffside locations. The view is stunning all day long and is therapeutic in and of itself. I think if you come here with reasonable expectations you will be more than satisfied. Remember, you're coming to a six bed facility, so personalities are going to come into play. I have thoroughly enjoyed meeting all the other clients, but I love meeting new people in general. The weekly massage is awesome and I look forward to it. Yoga is also very relaxing and Brian and Alison are awesome teachers. Alison also provides the weekly soundbath, a truly unique, healing experience if you aren't familiar with it. They keep the groups to a minimum and I appreciate that. You meet with your personal therapist, case manager, and after care manager once a week as well. The therapist might be more often if you need it. The beds are super comfortable and are changed often. You can send your laundry out almost every day and get it back in 24 hours, cleaned and wrapped. It's all included. You go on beach walks and Cliffside even buys the Starbucks for the trip home from the beach. You are only minutes from the beach by car. The view from the cliff is amazing. I will miss hanging out here a lot. Oh, you also go to a movie every Sunday, and it's all covered by Cliffside, even your concessions. They go above and beyond, at least above and beyond my expectations! Remember, though....you're in rehab with people in various stages of detox and recovery. As long as you're open and empathetic to that, you'll love it here.

    Kalani C.

    Before arrival, I called the toll-free number and checked if they took BCBS. At the time, they did, but refused to get pre-approval for the inpatient stay until I arrived. I was very high and out of it, so I barely remember the checkin process. I do remember being picked up at the airport in a GMC Denali. Also, while you are in the office doing paperwork, staff members unpack your bags during the search for contraband. The next thing you know, all your belongings are neatly tucked away in the closet, dressers, and night stand. That was a very nice touch. I self referred to Cliffside and entered treatment in November of 2017. I experienced a very comfortable detox off of benzodiazepines and opiates with suboxone and phenobarbital. You are not required to participate in groups or any programming for the first three days. For the first few days, you are forced to give-up your electronics. That kind of sucks, but is tolerable. The staff was very nice, accommodating, and responsive to your needs and requests. They are very client-centered. More so if you are paying cash rather than utilizing insurance. I did notice a difference in the way clients were treated based on this factor. All med refills are handled by Kramer's, who charges a fee for delivery and repackaging pills into bubble pack mediset. This gets expensive and isn't usually covered by insurance. Again, the staff readily accepted my objection to this arrangement and picked up my prescriptions from the local CVS or Walgreen's. The day starts with coffee and breakfast, which are prepared by the chef. You also do a daily morning meeting where clients are informed of appointments, and staff goes over that day's schedule. Before group sessions start, depending on the day, you can participate in yoga or exercise with a trainer. There are two group sessions that are facilitated by art therapists, "Rock to Recovery," psychologists, and other process groups. Snacks and soft drinks are available throughout the day. The group sessions are split by a lunch break, again prepared by the chef. Occasionally, you are scheduled for a massage, reiki, a session with you psychologist, or other therapeutic sessions throughout the week. I always looked forward to the 60-minute massage every week. There are generally AA/NA meetings available to attend, offsite. Drivers take you there and are also there as sober support while away from the facility. The chef also prepares dinner every evening. That day's left overs are available in the client refrigerator if you get hungry later or miss a meal because you were out. Staff takes the clients to the movies once a week. There aren't theaters in a Malibu, so this usually involves a 30-60 minute drive to Thousand Oakes. They also cover the cost of up to three items from the concession stand! Over all, Cliffside offers an excellent inpatient experience. This was my first rehab facility, and I have yet to find one that compares. Individual results, obviously, will vary. I relapsed, so I've been to a few other facilities. When you go to Cliffside, please try to relax and completely focus on your recovery. It's a great place to do so, as you don't have to do chores, and all your needs are met here. Best of luck in your recovery!

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    Love this place it saved my life. The people here really care and go out of their way for you here.

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    Cliffside Malibu helped save my life...And the insurance deductible was a HELL OF A LOT LESS THAN MY ANNUAL LIQUOR BILL.

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    Ask the Community - Cliffside Malibu

    I'd like to go here but I'm conflicted, is it just for upscale people, I honestly need alot of therapy, I've been to two rehabs before and I need to really just work on me and not aa or constant groups about education on alcohol?

    Go to creative care. I found Cliffside Malibu to be inflexible with a complete misunderstanding about what a rehab center should focus on. In my opinion they are all about the money. Creative Care really does care. You won't be forced to do… Read more

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    The structured program is truly life-changing and teaches you to have confidence and take control of your life and sobriety.

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