Center for Discovery Newport Beach Rehab in Newport Beach, CA

About Center for Discovery Newport Beach

Center for Discovery Newport Beach, located in Newport Beach, California is a private alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions including co-occurring mental health disorders. At Center for Discovery Newport Beach additional levels of care offered include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient.

Specialty rehab programs at Center for Discovery Newport Beach include tailored care focusing on women’s specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues.

For recreation, patients can use the yoga studio to work on active mindfulness and improve flexibility.

Center for Discovery Newport Beach has received accreditations from The Joint Commission.

Latest Reviews

Veronica H

4 months ago on Google

My daughter spent about six weeks in the PHP program. She was actually worse after her time there than she was before she started. The facility is extremely poorly run. It s disorganized and chaotic. There is little to zero follow through on anything. It takes anywhere from a week to never to get anything done. Communication is poor, especially with the psychiatrist. The staff are inexperienced. Parent training is literally being stuck in a room watching a 40 year old video with the program director intermittently reading from an accompanying handbook. I could go on but I m sure you get the idea. Definitely look elsewhere for your child in need.

Response from the owner2 weeks ago

We take patient feedback very seriously and would like to connect with you to discuss your comments. Could you please contact us at experience@discoverybh.com? Thank you.

Sharon Dobbs

4 months ago on Google

My 14 yr old daughter had a bad experience with the PHP (partial hospitalization day program). She felt unsafe to share and process her thoughts and feelings. She informed me that she the felt the staff "didn't really want to be there". She shared the other kids were "were rude, disrespectful to the staff, made inappropriate sexual innuendos and talked negatively about Jewish people" without consequence or even acknowledgement from the staff. She shared that one of the kids made a gun out of a fidget gadget and pointed it at her and the other kids. She did not feel this was a safe place to work on her emotional state. She became distressed and used her finger nails to self harm during group. The staff did not notice her mood change or the fact that she had self harmed. My daughter is going through a major depression and is requesting help herself. This was her first day at the PHP and I was horrified at her experience. I contacted the PHP program that same day and informed them of my daughter's experience and the fact that she would not be returning. She is now in a program that is better suited to her needs and is run by professionally licensed behavioral health providers. I do not believe the staff at the Discovery Mood and Anxiety were licensed behavioral health providers. I believe they were general mental health providers at a BA level or MA level post graduates working on their hours to then apply to take their licensing exams. Before you can bring your child to this program, a deposit of $980 (based on your insurance) is mandated. I have yet to receive a refund minus the one day my child attended. I have sense requested a full refund of this sum from this company and have informed my insurance company of their substandard practice. Do not send your child here for care. There are other options.1/14/25 UPDATEMy insurance has informed me that this agency has not yet attempted to bill for my daughter's one and only day of attendance. I have emailed and called this agency to find out what has happened to my money. I have yet to hear back from them. No one is responding to me and its been over a month now.

Amanda Tally

4 months ago on Google

Today was supposed to be my first day doing the adult outpatient treatment and when I arrived I wasn t sure where to go. Nobody came out to meet me and there was nobody to ask where to go. Then two other patients came into an open room and started to discuss extremely sexual topics to the point it was making me uncomfortable & nauseous. I started to have an anxiety attack and stepped outside. When I called to explain and asked if someone could help show me where to go nobody came to help me with intake. I called again and I told them I didn t think it would work out and they immediately closed my chart and hung up on me with no care to the way their patients were acting. I wouldn t recommend this place to anybody

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4.9 / 10

Accepted Insurance

Center for Discovery Newport Beach works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Managed Health Network (MHN)

Premera

Compcare

Employers Health Network

Fortified Provider Network (FPN)

HMC HealthWorks

Holman Group

IEHP

Indian Health Services (IHS)

Networks by Design

Sharp Health Plan

UHA Health Insurance

United States Family Health Plan (USFHP)

Other Forms of Payment

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Partial Hospitalization Program

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.

Treatments

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

Amenities

Private Setting
Yoga Studio

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Matthew Ruble, MD

Chief Medical Officer

Stephen Register

President for Mental Health Division

Maria Piccirilli

Program Administrator

Alexis Cooke, AMFT

Primary Therapist

Whitney Larson

Primary Therapist

Michael Louie

Psychiatrist

Lei Mortiz, APCC

Associate Therapist

Clarie Rodrian

Associate Therapist

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

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Reviews of Center for Discovery Newport Beach

1.9/5 (11 reviews)

Google Reviews

1.9 (11 reviews)

Donald Gilkey (Student CHSI)

3 months ago

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Hi, Donald ! We really appreciate you taking the time to review. Wishing you all the best going forward!

5 months ago

My daughter spent about six weeks in the PHP program. She was actually worse after her time there than she was before she started. The facility is extremely poorly run. It’s disorganized and chaotic. There is little to zero follow through on anything. It takes anywhere from a week to never to get anything done. Communication is poor, especially with the psychiatrist. The staff are inexperienced. Parent training is literally being stuck in a room watching a 40 year old video with the program director intermittently reading from an accompanying handbook. I could go on but I’m sure you get the idea. Definitely look elsewhere for your child in need.

Today was supposed to be my first day doing the adult outpatient treatment and when I arrived I wasn’t sure where to go. Nobody came out to meet me and there was nobody to ask where to go. Then two other patients came into an open room and started to discuss extremely sexual topics to the point it was making me uncomfortable & nauseous. I started to have an anxiety attack and stepped outside. When I called to explain and asked if someone could help show me where to go nobody came to help me with intake. I called again and I told them I didn’t think it would work out and they immediately closed my chart and hung up on me with no care to the way their patients were acting. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anybody

Kenneth Gildar

6 months ago

Hi, Kenneth! We are filled with gratitude that you took the time to rate us. Wishing you a wonderful day today and always!

Jacklyn Yearwood

7 months ago

I worked as a Mental Health Technician for nearly two years at this facility. During my time here, I encountered several challenges that made the experience less than ideal. One of the primary concerns was the high degree of micromanagement from supervisors, which impacted both morale and autonomy in the workplace. Additionally, I was often the only staff member assigned to deep clean the entire facility, which felt overwhelming and outside the typical scope of my role. The organization’s policies around time off for medical reasons were also difficult to navigate; for instance, despite providing a doctor’s note, I was penalized with a write-up. When I gave a 30-day notice of resignation, they delayed payment on my last day. The Newport Beach office lacks ADA-compliant facilities, specifically with no elevator access. This created accessibility issues for both staff and patients, and I once had to call out due to an ankle injury aggravated by the stairs. Wheelchair-bound patients, unfortunately, had to be redirected to other locations, which affected their continuity of care. There is also a significant turnover rate among employees; during my time, 5 to 6 colleagues, including newly hired therapists, left soon after joining due to dissatisfaction with working conditions. I would advise prospective employees to clarify pay and benefits details thoroughly, as there were discrepancies between what was promised during the interview process and what was actually provided. Overall, this position has offered me some insights into the mental health field, but I believe there is room for the organization to improve its policies, management style, and facility accessibility to better support both staff and patients.

Steven Rodriguez

1 year ago

Steven, we would appreciate hearing more about your experience. Could you contact us at (866) 308-0035 ? Thank you.

ajax

2 years ago

the therapists treat the kids awfully, they don’t care. they target the addicts and they defend abusive parents.

Thank you for your feedback. We take great pride in the quality care each client and family receives while in our program. For the sake of privacy compliance, we are not able to publicly discuss any specifics but feel free to contact us at feedback@discoverybh.com.

Aaliyah Romero

Their rude the people who go there they target the people who actually need more help and call them out

Kelseylol19 Gonzalez

They yelled at me and treated me horribly because of my tourettes and I wasn't the only one. Randy would yell at the kids terribly. He should not be a therapist with that kind of patience.

Eric Steins

4 years ago

I was there in the early days of quarantine/ZOOM so I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt, but I hated this program with all of my being while I was in it. Ella the therapist was unhelpful and I dropped the program because I felt like she was pressuring me into doing things that I had stated I was uncomfortable with. Everyone there seemed super happy though, especially the kids who had known each other before quarantine. I just didn't mesh well with them and I felt left out.