my first visit…read more desiree was wonderful, helped w my request for a specific therapist. patrick was absolutely amazing and easy to speak to. Lisa DiGirolamo

Scott Fish was my therapist for approximately seven months. I've had therapists on and off…read morethroughout my life. And without a doubt, my overall experience with Scott Fish was the most disappointing, the most souring I've ever had with a therapist. It wasn't until months into our professional relationship that I finally caught onto Scott's true agenda. Let's just say I, the client, was never the number one priority when it came to my own therapy with Scott Fish. It truly blows my mind that there are people in this world who'll justify their actions and abuse their position of power to get what they want, however they can get it and betray a client's trust/confidence in the most abhorrent, despicable manner imaginable. And at the end of the day they're still able to look themselves in the mirror, pat themselves on the back and tell themselves, "What I did was not out of malicious intent!!!" It would seem unfair that I'm leaving a one star review for an entire establishment such as Hope and Healing Counseling Services, due to my experience with one therapist, but I stand behind my rating. This is because I reached out to Scott Fish's manager Vanessa and asked to speak to the owner about my grievances with Scott Fish. I was basically brushed off. I made it crystal clear I wanted to speak to the owner Ramon Hernandez. It's been months. Ramon never contacted me. What Scott Fish did with me has got to be the most damaging thing I've experienced in decades at the hands of a clinician, or anyone for that matter. It has significantly impacted my ability to trust in others. When I finally confronted Scott Fish about what he did, he snapped back real quick and said, "Well....! I didn't record anything...!!!" with a big shiteating grin on his face. All I can say to that is, when Scott Fish's same laptop he had open and active during every session, a "record" button doesn't need to be on in order for information during a confidential therapy session to be accessed by another entity. And curiously, he switched out his laptop to a different one when I confronted him again for our final session on December 2nd. I filed a formal complaint against him through his licensing board (Board of Behavioral Sciences).

Really strange guy. Quit seeing him months ago when he would act erratically on Telehealth…read moreappointments. Way too political for no reason in sessions. Lots of nervous energy, definitely not a relaxing environment to discuss trauma in. Hopefully takes some of the constructive criticism I see others have faced. I think Lee is the type of person who got into therapy in an attempt to battle his own demons instead of helping others. Something was very 'off.

I normally don't write reviews. I tend to keep my experiences between the provider and me. But…read moreCHRIST, my last session was awful. I poured out my pain about my dysphoria, and he minimized it to... unrealistic expectations. I had only shared facts about transition, and YES, I WAS DRAMATIC when I said maybe they had a point that we were caricatures and that there wasn't any true change. I was able to see the views of transphobic people (which I think is a healthy thing... being able to see it from the opposition's side, even if it wasn't true) and felt that nothing could truly be done... we couldn't have self-cleaning vaginas, carry our own children, and not have to dilate. Those were just facts I was despairing over. Is that unrealistic expectations? I think not. Is wanting to look feminine unrealistic? No. But guess what. He immediately says, "Not everyone gets to look pretty," which I countered by saying that looking feminine has nothing to do with attractiveness... you could look ugly and feminine. I hate when people try to falsely connect vanity to transition... that shows how little you understand us. And then he offers me a plant... feels I need change and caring for something will help me. Then asks me about my interests. Which has been an extremely hard ordeal as a person diagnosed with Level 2 ASD. Tries to push online relationships NOT OFFER THE IDEA BUT LITERALLY PUSH... I'm talking like PRESSURING. "Why not? There's good people in the world. I think you need to get out there and sell yourself." Sounds good but very pushy... if someone ain't ready they just aren't. I had to say online relationships weren't for me and that they aren't real like in-person ones. (Maybe if you're one of the lucky ones.) I had prior experience with online friendships. I ain't even ready for relationships of any sort, and he can't even see that. The damn idea puts me in fight or flight due to my own social trauma. I wish I were comfortable enough. Really... I do, but for right now, I am taking small steps with support groups. One of them is IN-PERSON. During the session, like I swear, this guy will focus on his dog SEVERAL TIMES during an appointment or pause mid-session to go pull some flowers in his garden for a glass of water... things like that. He was nice enough to go over a long document about some toxic family history. But he reduced my negative life experience to, "oh that's normal... Latino families deal with this all the time". I'm not even Latino... to me, that's divisive language. We are all human... no? Why'd you have to make it about race??? Furthermore, he also laughed when I told him that a family member had touched my breast. He did a grabbing motion with both hands while doing so. He also said something inappropriate as well, but I can't remember what it was. Normally, if I can't remember, I'll leave it out, but I feel it's important to note he was inappropriate towards something like this. He decided to drop me as a client as I declined to do a safety plan. The only reason I didn't do it was due to not being suicidal. In my head, I'm like, what's the point? Even if I were suicidal, I wouldn't call him, as he shows no empathy or takes your problems so lightly that he brushes them off. I wouldn't even bother calling the cops as a black person, as they're potentially racist themselves. I already have enough trauma with the world. I don't need more as I try to recover & gather courage. If I had a friend, I'd call them instead of this guy. Also, as a lesbian, he asked me if I saw a man sexually attractive... what makes this worse is that again, I'm trans. Do you even see me as a person, or do you see a gay man that doesn't exist? I was never into men... always women, and he knows that. Maybe he's too focused on himself? He knows how I feel about being seen as a man in a dress, and decided to tell me to go to a club and shake my ass (twerk). I feel dysphoric, and you're gonna hit me with that??? That would exacerbate my symptoms!!! Why I present as masculine in public. I didn't want the reminders of having a dick, nor do I want to hear transphobic comments about being a man in a dress, or get stared at like I'm a freak. Like, where's the empathy... the compassion? If he feels his practice is in jeopardy, he'll just run and legally protect himself. Literally gave him the chance to talk about it more, and he doesn't bother to respond in private. Even apologized for shaking my phone while angry, which he perceived as me punching my phone... how is a shake anywhere near a punch? But I guess it doesn't matter, as that was an aggressive action. I owned up to my mistakes in an email (or at least attempted to), but will he recognize his own? Thinks he deserves a call for a safety plan after dismissing all of my experiences... but no, he didn't put in the work for it. He lost that trust. Also had to remind him of my history since he keeps forgetting... there's just better people to go to.

For help with long-standing treatment-resistant depression, I approached Ketamine infusions with an…read moreopen mind, but with a healthy degree of skepticism. Having completed a series of 6 infusions, I am extremely pleased with the outcome -- a marked improvement in my symptoms. Moreover, I can't help but also recognize the notable "consciousness-expanding" effects (not something I was necessarily seeking out). Everyone at Reset Ketamine were absolutely wonderful. Dr. Ko, in particular, operates his office with professionalism and integrity. As Ketamine goes more "mainstream", I believe it is important to find a provider who is has a deep interest and passion for Ketamine therapy, and not merely someone jumping on the bandwagon to cash in on the trend. Reset Ketamine is top-notch and deeply committed to advancing the professional practice of Ketamine therapy.

I saw Dr. Ko for treatment for Fibromyalgia, which I've had for 40+ years. I have not had any…read moresymptoms for 1 1/2 years. Dr. Ko and his nurse, Barbara stayed with me the whole time, physically in treatment room, but emotionally as well. Totally supportive! I mostly highly recommend!

Robin has been my long time therapist and I can't say enough about how wonderful she is! She is…read morevery authentic in the way she talks to you and always has the most useful insights. I think more than anything she is so specific and 'productive' in her approach to her work. She really wants to help you make decisions and change behaviors that are not helpful. She is super direct and honest, which I WANT in a therapist. So if you want someone who will just sit quietly and listen endlessly, find someone else. Robin will be very honest with you about yourself and help you see, hear and move forward from things you are struggling with. I really can't recommend her enough. In fact, I have recommended her to so many of my friends who wind up using her and finding her SO helpful!

I saw Robin for therapy for many years back when she lived in the Bay Area. She was unbelievably…read morehelpful and transformative in my life. She is bright, witty, warm, funny, and very personable. Robin is passionate about her work and cares deeply about her clients. She has integrity and deep dedication to her work. I would work with her again in a heartbeat if I lived closer!

No stars. I came to see Rebecca for certain reasons. I have no return in phone calls. I have had no…read morehelp with the situation I am dealing with. My corporation sent me to her for help, and I have yet to get anything. When I do see her, she does nothing but blame and refer me to her cell number. Yet, no phone conversation. All I deal with is rude voicemails and conversations from her staff. I work a very valuable job to this community, and all I get from this "therapist's" staff is nothing but a bunch of rude voicemails.

I highly recommend Dr. Ravicz's services because she is a real gem. She's a good listener with…read moreinteresting insights, and I found her to be kind, patient, and empathetic throughout our sessions. I can honestly say that I experienced more learning and growth with her than with any of my previous therapists in life. Not only was she able to help me with unresolved trauma and negative thought patterns, but she also guided me through some unexpected creative breakthroughs as well.

I am super grateful for her help. My unresolved trauma that's difficult process but I feel like…read moreI'm getting somewhere and feeling better even though the therapy is difficult for me personally. I recommend her highly

-35 years and older is what first sold me! -Stacy over the…read morephone helped me feel safe. -ONE ON ONE therapy with Qualified LCSW -Respectful and Caring staff!!! -Great, Fresh Foods!! -Dr. Botwin totally knows what he is doing!!!! Excellent assessment. -I won't go anywhere else Betty Ford is too Big you don't feel like just another patient getting shuffled around a schedule. -Very personalized treatment!!!

This center is incredible. It is an exquisitely refurbished property from the '50's. The San…read moreJacinto mountain provides a stunning backdrop to the serene environment they created here. The treatment team is friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the recovery process. They are really invested in client success. The 90 day program really prepares you for the future. I have hope for the first time in decades. My family was also included in the process. The staff helped us re-learn how to communicate in a healthy manner. I am excited about the thought of getting my family back. Thank you Ascension. I like the new version 2.0 of myself. You have given me hope for a better future through your "discovery" approach to change. I have been to treatment at two other places that didn't begin to teach me what I learned here.

Great sales job, but not impressed. My family member said they had bedbugs. Did not feel like…read morethe plans were individualized. When family member was moved to sober living facility, he did not feel safe. Do not recommend.

Do not waste your time and money. They are more interested in notoriety and having fancy cars. No…read morereal lasting help. Do not treat the individual. Do not reinvest in their facilities. Now they don't even live in California, but manage from HAWAII! Treat their employees like dirt.

Great place to start your journey I learned to live life with a passion mindset.Attending meetings…read moreI always learned new skills everyday staff were very helpful and friendly people I gained new friends and I been sober for 2years 6months I'm grateful for Michaels house

I was privileged to take a meeting there. The residents are…read morealways very respectful and engaged. That comes the care I believe they receive. It is a very meaningful experience.

She is right on especially with recovery from addiction. I think anyone who doesn't like her can't…read moreface the truth about themselves, or their problems. She has great insight and I count myself very fortunate to have found her.

HOLY MOLY! We were assigned to this crazy wing nut through our insurance. From the start, she was…read moredismissive, rude, condescending, asking all sorts of questions that had NOTHING to do with our son possibly going to her for therapy. After multiple phone calls and conversations, this went from bad to worse. She would ask questions and then interrupt rudely with her take, without fully understanding what we had to say. I told her she was rude and that I was going to get off the phone with her because there is no way my son would go to a therapist with this kind of attitude. She began screaming that she was the one deciding not to provide my son service and hung up on me. Total whack job. Read the other yelp reviews. I did but it was too late.