I have been a client of Windansea recovery .They have helped me get to work on building a…read morefoundation to stay sober. They emphasize the need to do the 12 steps, which has changed my life and removed the obsession for drugs and alcohol. The staff are all in recovery themselves and really care about us clients. I have built life long friendships and fellowship here. I owe windansea my life. Aside from process groups and AA/NA meetings, we get all kinds of extras here: Jiu Jitsu, gym time, surfing, therapy with amazing therapists, and much more. The houses are all amazing and comfortable places to give yourself a break and get sober. I have been to a bunch of other rehabs/ sober livings and none of them even come close to Windansea. I am forever indebted.

From the owner: Windansea Recovery offers compassionate addiction treatment and dual diagnosis care in beautiful La…read moreJolla, California. Founded and operated by individuals with years of sobriety, we don't just teach recovery—we live it. Our holistic, health-centered approach combines proven treatment methods with unique wellness activities including surfing, cold plunge, hot yoga, and beach walks. Located just one block from iconic Windansea Beach, we create a supportive community where clients experience real recovery guided by real people who understand the journey. We accept most major insurance plans and provide personalized care that emphasizes nutrition, movement, and mental health in a serene coastal setting.

I was so fortunate to find this place because I truly believe it saved my life…read more I was caught in the grips of the relentless cycle of addiction. I would have periods of time when I wanted to get clean but no matter what I tried I could not get out of this devastating cycle. Addicted to drugs for 15 years I was hopeless and running out of options. I was not only hurting myself but hurting my family. I stumbled across La Jolla Recovery online while desperately searching through countless treatment centers in search of one with a long-term option. I knew 30 days was simply not enough for a case like mine. I called the number and spoke to man, Daniel, whom I later found out was the owner. He walked me through the different phases of the program over the phone and gave me a rundown of what my day-to-day would look like at La Jolla Recovery. When I arrived to San Diego I was greeted by a women, Michelle, who worked at La Jolla Recovery and was also in Recovery from addiction herself. I remember feeling so relieved and hopeful that I too would be able to recover and take back control of my life. I was set up with a case manager, William, who was there to help me set and achieve goals during my stay. All of the counselors that lead groups are absolutely amazing, especially mine, Ashely. I was able to develop trust with them and work on myself during group therapy and in individual sessions which I attended weekly. The program is set up to get you into a safe environment where healing can start. As you phase up in the program you get more freedom. I was able to attend regular 12-step meetings where I built a fellowship of other recovering people. We also went on several outings and I learned that I didn't need drugs and alcohol to have a good time. There's so much more to life. We went to concerts, had barbecues and went to the beach. I enjoyed football and baseball games, surfing and snorkeling. They took us to the gym, to the movies, and to local events that we're going on in San Diego. I also did yoga, trauma therapy, art therapy, and music therapy. I cannot stress enough how amazing the staff is here! Almost everyone who works here is in recovery themselves and is truly here to help and inspire people including the owner who is hands on and makes himself available. As I phased up in the program I was able to gain a lot of things I had lost back such as my driver's license, a car, and a job. I also gained a better relationship with my family, a network people that want to help me succeed and an understanding of myself. I got back my sanity, self respect and my love for life. The support I recieved from my case manager, therapist and the BHT staff played a major role in my success. Today I have just over all year clean and I will be forever grateful to La Jolla Recovery. If you or a loved one is in need of treatment look no further! A highly, highly recommend you come to La Jolla and see for yourself. You won't be disappointed! If I can do it, anyone can!

I can't really speak on the quality of the IOP or PHP programs…read more My experience just... was not what I expected at all and I had since found better sober livings (which is saying a lot, because those were still inherently stressful but I at least stayed long-term. La Jolla Recovery set the bar very low). I've been in sober living for a year now, and I am now leaving. Never any relapses, graduated a program, did all the things. I'm at least in a better place from it. La Jolla Recovery was NOT that place for me. I began in April 2025. I stayed for a total of two nights before I had to leave to go to the emergency room, back to the inpatient. I was inpatient for about two weeks before I came to La Jolla Recovery. I had recently quit cannabis and was seeking mental health treatment. At first glance, it seemed chill. I had friends who had gone here and apparently had a positive experience. The groups were decent, staff were friendly, there was available snacks, etc. They had outings at the cove, etc. However, the sober living was......... awful! I stayed at a sober living house where I was immediately prescribed medication I had not taken while inpatient, but was forced to take it. One of these medications were entirely new to me, Trazodone. There was a delay in getting my mood stabilizers, anti-psychotic, and anti-anxiety medicine. I had never taken Trazodone before, but having nothing else available to me, I took it as prescribed/was pressured into taking it by the sober living manager who organized medications. The first night, I had stayed up ALL night. I was hyper vigilant, no need for sleep, and a little paranoid. During the day, it was... okay. I didn't really know what was impacting me considering how vulnerable my mental health was and the chaotic nature of being in sober living for the first time. The second night, I took the medication again. Again, I was feeling overstimulated, overwhelmed and restless/anxious. The sober living manager gave me a 2nd one, and I felt pressured to take it/was told "it would help me calm down and sleep"; that's when the shit show began. Immediately, I started hallucinating visual shapes and became scared. The best way I could describe it was "my brain was on fire." I have a history of epilepsy in childhood, and my first thought was "Oh my god, am I going to have a seizure?" My mind began severely racing and I asked her if I could call my parents and I thought I needed to go to the hospital. Coincidentally, my aunt called during this time. She, and another house manager, told her I had gone to sleep and didn't let her talk to me. This was a lie. I sat on the sofa, feeling severely anxious and panicked. I was not aggressive, overly disruptive, anything of the sort. Everyone was in their rooms at that point, as it was time for bed. I did, however, kept asking for them to call my parents because I was afraid I was having a medical emergency (I definitely was) and asked to go to the hospital. I had never hallucinated like that EVER, I had no previous history of psychosis. Initially, she told me "I am NOT going to let you ruin this house for the other girls," meanwhile, I had gotten along with the roommates and even knew some of them from having been in recovery before. I was clean, kind, and tried my best to be considerate. I introduced myself to people, wrote a note explaining my situation, and tried to be as mindful as I could be considering I was already in a vulnerable state, having experienced a death in my family, a sexual assault, and other traumatic occurrences within the few months prior to me seeking support and help. Then, she and the other woman (a fellow house manager?) threatened to call the police and have me taken away in handcuffs. I had done NOTHING illegal; I had no substances on my person, I respected everyone's space and items, I broke no laws. Holy hell, I was there for 2 days and was trying to get acclimated to a new environment. What was the crime, having a mental health episode as a result of a new medication mishap? Eventually, I was able to get my parents on the phone. They spoke to her directly and said that if I could leave the sober living in an ambulance, they would meet me at the hospital. I waited patiently for the ambulance and went to the emergency room, where I waited all night and was placed back in inpatient in the ICU at Sharp Mesa Vista. There, I was restabilized and put in a different sober living. The aggression from the house manager, the lack of empathy, the lying, and the arbitrary difficulty to even get into communication with my support system was actually insane. She felt like a wolf in sheep's clothing; fronted as a kind and caring person, but then would switch and be quite scary once I was in crisis. I was told by one of my friends who works in recovery that she has since left/been replaced, but oh my god, I pray that they thoroughly vet their housing managers at this point if they want retention. 0/5 stars. Avoid.

Great doctor! I would highly recommend Dr. Berger to anyone in need of help. He is professional and…read moreunderstands what is needed for a successful recovery.

Dr. Berger truly cares about his patients. His knowledge in addiction medicine is incredible. He is…read moreby far the best psychiatrist I've ever known and I would send any of my friends and family to see him. Highly recommend.

I was new to therapy in adulthood, and Victoria was recommended to me by a friend who had seen her…read morefor a few years, and who told me she had been instrumental in turning her life around. I came to Victoria after having experienced a bout of depression and crying spells. Simply talking to Victoria was therapeutic, but the energy psychotherapy work she did was profoundly and immediately healing. I am not sure how it works, and I admit that I felt odd going through the process, but the impact was clear and nearly instantaneous. In only two sessions, I experienced significant benefit, cleared a dysfunctional thought pattern, and returned to a sense of true well-being. Go see Victoria. Keep an open mind, and experience healing.

Fundamentally changed my life!…read more I've been to several psychologists over the years and can say that for me Victoria worked. I was able to overcome intense feelings of abandonment. She isn't your average arm chair psychologist that just listens to you talk and asks how you felt about it. She has strong opinions that are very useful. She isn't afraid to give you advice and take a stand. Many Thanks Victoria!

Coastal Detox has been such a tremendous help to our family !…read moreFrom the intake to the detox and aftercare plan, all the team members and staff are professional, knowledgeable, understanding and go above and beyond to help you and your loved one at a terrifying and traumatic time. Don't hesitate to call and start the process of receiving the best support possible !

If I could give more than 5 stars to Coastal Detox of Southern California, I would…read more From our very first phone call, Nina, the owner, was hands-on, compassionate, and immediately solution oriented. When someone makes the decision to seek help, that moment is critical and she understood that. There was no runaround, no delay. Within less than 24 hours, my loved one was admitted and safely beginning medical detox. What truly stands out about Coastal Detox is the combination of professionalism, evidence-based treatment, and genuine heart. This is not a one-size-fits-all program. The care is individualized and holistic, with a strong clinical foundation. Services included medical detox, addiction therapy, trauma-informed therapy, clinical support, DBT, CBT, individual therapy, music therapy, and more all thoughtfully integrated into a personalized treatment plan. Nina is incredibly present and involved. She doesn't just oversee the program she cares deeply and stays engaged. Her clinical staff reflects that same energy: professional, knowledgeable, warm, and truly invested in each client's recovery. The intake process was smooth and efficient, which matters more than people realize. When someone is ready for help, the process needs to meet them with open arms and immediate action and Coastal Detox absolutely did. This place has been a true blessing for our family. We are beyond grateful for the care, integrity, and compassion shown every step of the way. If you're looking for a program that combines evidence-based excellence with heartfelt, hands-on leadership, this is it.

I have been here for a while and I have nothing but good things to say about my experience here…read more Dr.Kuhn is the most sweetest psychiatrist I have ever had. She takes the time to listen to you and has no judgment whatsoever. I use Telehealth to do my appointments and it is very fast and easy. When I do in-person (which isn't often) it is so clean and organized inside. The waiting room has coffee, different drinks and snacks while you wait for your doctor. I couldn't recommend a better mental health doctor more than I could Dr.Kuhn!

I've been a patient of Mind Bloom La Jolla for a few years, and from the very beginning, Romi made…read moreme feel truly comfortable and seen--maybe for the first time in my life. She created a space where I could be honest, vulnerable, and begin to understand myself (and my "gifts") without fear or shame. But when my life took an unexpected and drastic turn, it was both Romi and Cynthia who became my people. They were my safe space--completely free of judgment, full of patience and compassion. They held space for me to process, to heal, and they never stopped advocating for me. I felt deeply supported in every way--clinically, emotionally, and humanly. The thought of leaving their care because of a move is devastating. Their love for what they do is real, and it shows in every interaction. I don't know if I'll ever find a practice like this again--and I'm endlessly grateful to have been in their care during the time I needed it most.