I love coming to this clinic. The front ladies are very welcoming and very respectful. My therapist…read moreBrenda helped me deal with my struggles. I am thankful to have Joyce as my case manager for helping me to be financially stable. I started seeing Joyce when I didn't have anything to even know where I could get something to eat. Joyce assisted me with applying for EBT and connecting me to a disability advocate lawyer to get my social security benefits. I am blessed to have the La Mesa team.

La Mesa Family Counseling Center Has been great to me. I've had Multiple meetings with Nancy North,…read moreand let me tell you she is Great! she really opens up and listens to what you have to say. The way she talks and listens to you is very calming and makes you feel at ease from the first session, it's not just like she's asking questions from a script but she actually gets into wanting to know you and offers excellent counseling. I've really enjoyed every session with her, She's just a great lovely person! Thank you, Nancy!

Sam was recommended to me by a coworker who lived up north. She and another coworker who lived up…read morenorth were patients of his and drove to his office in the El Cajon area. I decided to give it a try and made an appointment with Sam! I believe in therapy and think it's a luxury to be able to talk to someone. That being said, Sam right away took me knee deep into taking a good look at myself. It was not just talk therapy--hardly--maybe 5 mins. This is because I chose EMDR therapy which came recommended to me by my colleagues. I was so impressed with Sam, his disposition, and the EMDR therapy. I only wish I had left this review for Sam many years ago when I saw him. When I am having a challenging time in life or growing in life and consider outside resources I think of Sam the therapist first and highly recommend him!

I've been working with Dr. Bruno for a little over a year. He's been a huge part of my recovery…read morefrom addiction and other life destroying behaviors. I thought he was a little intimidating at first but also noticed his great compassion. That was exactly what I needed to help me wake up, a strict but compassionate teacher. How many times he asked me, "Do you want to get better?" I don't know. Denial is a high wall to break through. But eventually I came to the realization that I did want to heal. Hard work, but he knows what he's doing and I felt like I was in good hands. Thank you Dr. Bruno

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.

I am incredibly impressed with this amazing Dr…read more Where do I start? What a kind hearted and knowledgeable person. He spent an hour and a half with me asking questions and trying to brainstorm reasons for my symptoms. He was thorough and gave me the impression that he was really interested in my experience. He is the only Cardiologist who has spent this kind of time with me and who has talked openly about his passion for his work. I am very glad to have been referred to Dr. Bajo and feel that I may actually get some answers.

As a family member, choosing a treatment center for someone you love is one of the hardest…read moredecisions you'll ever make. I cannot express how grateful we are for the care our loved one received at Pacific Bay Recovery. The 30-day program was truly life-changing. From the very beginning, the staff made us feel supported and reassured. The one-on-one counseling sessions were incredibly impactful they took the time to really understand our loved one's struggles and create a personalized path toward healing. The group therapy sessions were just as powerful, providing connection, accountability, and a safe space to share and grow. One thing that stood out to us was how accessible and attentive the medical staff always were. They were consistently available to answer questions, address concerns, and make sure every patient felt heard and cared for. The entire staff from counselors to support personnel were compassionate, professional, and genuinely invested in each person's recovery journey. The property itself is absolutely beautiful. Being surrounded by nature creates such a calming and healing environment. It truly feels like a place where you can breathe, reflect, and focus on recovery. Pacific Bay Recovery gave our family hope again. We will forever be thankful for the compassion, dedication, and support they provided during such a critical time in our lives. Totally recommend to anyone looking for a place to start their journey to recovery.

am extremely disappointed with pacific bay recovery San Diego !My discharge paperwork contained…read moreincorrect dates and false information, and despite multiple emails and messages requesting corrections, I received no response. I am also concerned about how the facility handles personal information and insurance, as I had to demand written confirmation that my insurance was not being used improperly. I was shocked to learn that my husband was allowed to return to the program with another woman, even though the facility claims to support married couples and family reunification. This decision caused significant personal distress and has negatively impacted my child, who deserves to have her parents together.

I've had a very positive experience with Sheena Shah. She listens, treats me with respect, and…read morereally cares about helping her patients. I appreciate her patience and understanding and am grateful for her care. Highly recommend.

I have been seeing Dr. Cabading for almost two years now and she has been wonderful. She was able…read moreto bring me from being ashamed and embarrassed to talk about what I had going on, to being open and relaying any changes that may be affecting me. Dr. Cabading is very sweet, calm, and willing to work with you. She went above and beyond to help me trial the right medications, she suggested alternative treatments such as meditation and more, and she was just willing to listen to what I had going on which was really important. She remains neutral and offers her best advice. Because of Dr. Cabading and the team of KMG Psychiatry, I am on a road to becoming healthier mentally and trying to be the best person that I can be. I highly recommend KMG to anyone who may be interested in TMS or Psychiatry services.

I wanted to share a five year update because I truly believe in giving credit where it is due. I…read morehave been seeing Dr. B for the past five years for ADHD management, and his care has made a significant impact on my life. When I first started, I was overwhelmed and struggling to stay focused and organized, especially while navigating nursing school and balancing family life. With his guidance, thoughtful medication management, and consistent support, I was able to build strategies that actually worked for me. I'm proud to say that I've now graduated from nursing school with honors, something that would have felt out of reach years ago. Managing ADHD isn't just about prescriptions; it's about feeling understood and supported, and that's exactly what I've experienced here. I'm incredibly grateful for the role Dr. B has played in helping me reach this milestone. If you're looking for a Doctor who listens, collaborates, and genuinely cares about your long-term success, I highly recommend him.

If i could leave zero i would, all the reviews of him ranting are very true, the man loves to talk…read moreyour ear off. That being said he will choose to prioritize his talking over providing aid to you, i find this a sad and scary experience coming from a mental health professional who's supposed to be there to aid and support you.

We were looking for faith based family counseling in San Diego..... my wife found him and scheduled…read morean appointment. We are so happy to have found Mark. He's got us to focus on the issues, giving step by step instructions to identify our blind spots. We weren't necessarily on the verge of divorce.....but definitely needed help in communicating and understanding each other! I couldn't recommend Mark any more.... We thank God for him!

I was looking for help to regain perspective and mend my marriage that was in trouble after…read moremultiple counts of infidelity over the years (caused by a significant difference in libido with my partner). Alas, after explaining my situation in detail, we did not receive any useful advice. Mark did not really want to understand the origins of the marital problems nor did he give any suitable advice. He has bad judgement as evidenced by him refusing to get a covid vaccine and still meeting clients in person w/o masks. Also, he feels it's ok to take personal calls while in session. He failed to follow up with us after a few sessions, so it looks like he's not really interested in helping. He actually made the situation worse. We are now both with a new counselor who is listening, understanding and non-judgemental and truly interested in helping to get a good outcome. Don't waste your time with Mark