I attended a stem cell lecture here. it was very informative and brought up amazing ideas with ways…read moreto use and improve them. It was really fast pace and well thought out. the speackers all knew what they were talking about and were able to answer questions in a technical way and connect all their ideas into one big picture. While everything was amazing I do want to add that with some much information is such a small amount of time it was hard to comprehend a lot of it. but overall this was an amazing lecture that thought me alot about new and incoming innovations in the medical field and makes me curious what the future of medican will look like in the upcoming years.

On Friday night, January 30, 2026, during an incredibly stressful situation involving my father's…read moreskilled nursing facility, the ER team at UCLA Medical Center in Orange stepped up in a way I will never forget. It was a busy Friday night, yet the staff treated my father with urgency, dignity, and genuine compassion. What could have been a chaotic and impersonal experience instead felt human and attentive. After we arrived, the ER team worked tirelessly -- not just medically, but administratively -- coordinating with insurance, social workers, and case management. When my father became stuck in the ER due to complications with his prior facility refusing readmission, the UCLA team did not give up on him. They continued advocating, communicating, and ultimately helped secure placement in a better facility after nearly a week in limbo. That level of follow-through meant everything to our family. I especially want to recognize Nurse Claire in the ER. Her kindness and humanity were extraordinary. She gave my father blankets, made sure he was comfortable, and even offered me blankets, food, and water during a long and emotional night. She cleaned my father up with such care and dignity. After 10 hours of uncertainty, she brought calm, reassurance, and genuine bedside compassion that I will never forget. I also want to thank Dr. Carson Dangberg for advocating for my father during a very unfortunate situation. His professionalism and willingness to step in made a real difference. In one of the hardest moments for our family, this ER team reminded us that healthcare can still be compassionate and patient-centered. We are deeply grateful.

Mina and Ivy are so helpful when it comes to helping you find your prescription when it's out of…read morestock at seemingly every pharmacy. They both went above and beyond to help me when they really didn't have to and were extremely kind in the process. Also, we all know Josie is the best human, ever. The entire staff has been and continues to be extremely friendly and helpful and that's why I have been going here for almost 8 years. Thank you again Mina and Ivy. I appreciate you both and I'm sure there are many patients there who feel the same!

Life savers . I've never felt more open to be vulnerable about my situation. I'm heard understood…read moreand help with no judgement. This isn't just a regular clinic this is the first step to the right direction.

Today I had an apt. with PA YEA. My appointment was very disappointing…read more Dr. Yea was speaking so fast, her words didn't have spaces between them. I couldn't understand her words. She seemed to have a lack of composure, and today I received poor bedside manner and a complete lack of professionalism. She rushed through everything cutting me off the whole time. She asked if it was possible for me to be pregnant to which I replied. Yes, it's possible, as I had unprotected sex a couple times a week or 2 ago and missed a few days of my BC, so there is a very very small chance, and she asked if I was using birth control after I said that, to which I kind of stared at her for a minute to try to understand what she was asking, and I said yes, I take the birth control I just told you about. she asked what's it called? I told her. she responded, oh oral, THEN SHE Said You weren't using condoms or any other kind of birth control and my response was nooo... and I felt that was a judgy weird question. (I've been with 1 person the last 18 years)and she said well don't you think you should take a preg test ?.. in a condescending tone, which I responded that I do test if I have sex, especially if there's ejaculate that goes into me, I definitely do. And then she continued asking several more times, Don't you think you should know if you're pregnant in a condescending tone and facial expression. "Don't you think you should find out if you're pregnant" to which I replied well it "takes a couple of weeks after you have sex for you to get an efficient test result and I have the date which I need to test in my phone." and her response was "oh that's true." It was very weird. I was surprised at how uneducated, rude, contentious, and condescending she was. She seemed to not remember how pregnancy works until I reminded her, and made me feel uncomfortable by seeming to shame me about not knowing if I was pregnant yet. Meanwhile I've been with the same man for 18 years. But this PA had poor composure let alone decent bedside manner and continued to express her bias. She acted Pompous, shaming the use of medications, xanax and ambien, that I worked really hard to come to the solution of w a medical team, over 4 months cycling through many medications. And I've been successfully using the medications as needed without any negatives for over 5 months. She pushed more anxiety and depression type prescriptions I wasn't interested in taking because my anxiety is circumstantial from a toxic relationship and some harassment, but she jumped right into shaming the use of Xanax and ambien saying they were "just bandaids." A unbiased conversation about medications would have been appreciated more than shaming me in a condescending tone. Briefly mentioning a stimulant can not be mixed w Xanax or ambien, which I was clear on. She tried incessantly to push a daily depression/anxiety medication on me and it became very uncomfortable as she seemed to become agitated. She knew very minimal medical history of mine and didn't want to hear about anything that went against her opinion to push me on meds. SHE WAS Not trauma informed, I explained my CPTSD diagnosis and being diagnosed with SEVERE MEDICAL TRAUMA and AFTER HER PUSHING MEDICATIONS FOR ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION WHEN I NEEDED HELP WITH AN ADHD DIAGNOSES, PLUS HER SHAMING ME ABOUT POSSIBLY BEING PREGNANT WITH OUT KNOWING, AND FURTHER SHAMING MY need/use OF XANAX AND AMBIEN, I NEEDED A MOMENT to walk out of the office to help me process the treatment I was receiving and she was visibly confused AND ANNOYED and even interjected with telling me I would be taking the time away from our session and we only have 20 minutes, to which I replied that's fine. Clearly not trauma informed and that's weird because she works under a psychiatrist. I went in there for help finding out if I HAVE ADHD, and I just needed guidence, maybe talk about medications. I left feeling like a number. I told her we do not have a relationship with any prescriptions because she made me feel very uncomfortable. I told her I have been on a healing journey, and I've found my voice, I respect and appreciate her opinion and thanked her for her time, but I don't agree with it ( needing an ssri etc). And I told her I am uncomfortable and the door is now closed with any and all medications through her. Needless to say, I will never see that PA again. I absolutely did not receive "individualized care and compassion", as the medical director claims about this place. I strongly recommend PA YEA gets some training in trauma and someone to oversee her medication use as the treatment I received today exhibits someone unstable. At the very least she showed a lack of life experience, lack of medical experience and medication bias.

From the owner: Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) is a leading mental health medical group that provides…read moretreatments for various mental health issues, including ADD/ADHD, depression, adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, anxiety, psychotherapy, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and dementia. PNS treats patients suffering from trauma, abuse, ADHD, addiction, alcohol, anxiety, asperger's disorder, autism, bipolar disorder, chronic physical illness, conduct disorders, discipline issues, divorce, drug abuse, eating disorders, manic depression, obesity, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, parenting, pet companionship, PTSD, pregnancy, postpartum, and more.

Dr. Tucker is an amazing doctor. He has helped our family very much. He takes a holistic approach…read moreto knowing the mind and the patient. His knowledge is amazing, and he is brilliant. He takes his patients seriously and goes up and above to really help the individual. He has always been there for us, really been there with so many big mountains. Plus, he's a great guy and his staff is wonderful. Highly recommend him.

I had saved $$s for this referral appointment, Dr. Tucker, was so worth the money. Wish I can…read moreafford more time with him. However I left feeling like I've been doing the right thing and my daughter is doing the right thing. So a bit more peace, I understand this all takes time. I've been dealing with my beautiful 21 year daughter condition for two years. So hard. As one would know. he is passionate and really shows knowledge, he gave me clarity. I And a great second opinion .

Update: I just received a bill from them, for a copay that I already paid a month ago. Because of…read morecourse they'd do that.

This review is on behalf of my mother, who had been under the care of a woman provider here. My mom…read moreis a senior citizen. She has been prescribed benzodiazepines from a variety of her providers in the past. She states that she's had a Rx for them about 20 years now. The provider she saw from this office also had her on benzodiazepines, but recently moved out of the area. She refilled my mom's Rx for 60 days to bridge the gap of a provider change. My mom's first apt with her new provider was scheduled for late September via tele-health. No call! When she asked about it she was told that she had no appointment by reception & that she didn't pay her co-pay by billing. A new appointment was set & credit card number was provided. Again, no call!!! Again, she didn't pay her co-pay. Remember, they had the card # & my mom's authorization. B U T, it gets better! Billing tells her today that they won't let her speak with a provider until she pays what she owes. What does she owe? Nothing! She has already paid the out-of-pocket max, so there is/was no co-pay!! They cancelled 2 months in a row because of bad billing management. In an effort to avoid reports of elder abuse, a 'provider' called her today. If she wants to continue seeing them, he will prescribe her a new med. she should COLD TURKEY benzodiazepines that's she's taken 20 years. Please Google the consequences of that proposition. It's not good. I read their website, the CEO boasts the practice has won awards & they spearhead new treatments. I'm left wondering what award is given to providers who direct their patients/clients to do something that countless medical sources advise can cause seizures, delirium tremens (DT), catatonia, hallucinations, psychosis, suicide, & death?????? If you're looking for a new mental health provider, I encourage you to keep looking.

Upon arrival, I noticed that the waiting area is very clean and modern. There is a full office…read morestaff of about 5 who work behind the counter. There is seating for about 15 people in the waiting room. The staff seem pretty normal in terms of customer service and helpfulness. Nothing too special here. We had an appointment at 9:30a and they called us back around 10:00a. I will test the appointment time and the time it takes to be called back. 15-30 minutes is within reason. The nurse and the doctor were fine. They were quick and efficient. The doctor had a sense of humor. We felt comfortable here and we will continue to come back when necessary. Updates to follow.

This office is my new primary care physician, I had an accident with my hand just before 4th of…read moreJuly, they were able to get me in access my hand and made sure no infection and check all my vitals as I was pretty shook up. They are all such great staff, that handle so many ethinic languages, clean , spacious, and all so friendly. Thank you all for the great comfort I have received. They are a great asset to our community.

Aptly named, the Lighthouse Treatment Center serves as a beacon of light and hope for those…read moresuffering the afflictions of substance use disorders. I was on a path of self-destruction and was able to right myself towards a path of recovery wholly due to the care, compassion, counseling, therapy, and education imparted by the Lighthouse Leadership Team and Staff. This is a truly an exceptional program focused on a holistic approach to rehabilitation and recovery. All facets crucial to a healthy and successful launch to recovery are carefully addressed, focused on restoring physical, mental, and emotional states of well-being. Physical health is carefully monitored and medical needs are addressed and met by a competent and compassionate medical team. In addition to 24 hour access to snacks and beverages, nutritional needs are met by an outstanding kitchen staff, where healthy, well-balanced, freshly prepared and delicious meals are provided three times a day. Psychological education essential to the recovery process is imparted by well-trained and empathetic personnel whose compassion and dedication is readily apparent from day one. Both a licensed counselor and therapist are personally assigned to each client for one-on-one weekly meetings, who also have an open door policy to effectively address any needs related to your treatment progress. The facility itself is clean, peaceful, and well-maintained, providing comfortable accommodations and an overall environment conducive to a smooth and successful recovery. It is important to emphasize how critical and effective the Lighthouse Staff and Team were in launching me to an overall state of well-being, where the daily encountered challenges of life we are overcome with understanding, patience and compassion. These are the attributes I encountered from the staff during my treatment at the Lighthouse and I am proud to be an alumnus to carry on this tradition of a program that ultimately saved my life and paved the way for a happy and healthy future. I apologize in advance if I miss (or mispell) any names who were instrumental in my recovery and to whom I would like to express my deep gratitude: - Carlos : whose outstanding care and efficiency in the admission process went above and beyond expectations and who continues to perform at an extraordinary level as shown by his responsiveness to recent client admissions - Teresa : for the strong, inspirational and compassionate leadership which naturally commands respect and gratitude, ultimately resulting in the implementation of a successful treatment program - Jessica and Sochi : who warmly welcomed me to the program on day one - Delia and Eunice : who diligently and effectively addressed any medical needs with warmth and compassion - LaDonna, Julie, Stephanie, Paula and Linda : who always met me with a genuine smile and heartfelt interest in my well-being, as well as words of wisdom and support - Austin, Alfonso and Joey: whose sincere commitment to our recovery was expressed through interactions in the med room and leadership at group meetings - Jorge, Noah, Kay, Will and Robert: who provided moral support and fearlessly transported us to the gym, Walmart, outside meetings and critical appointments - Steve : who, with a beaming smile, effectively set-up needed outside appointments and transportation - Yesenia, Sonia, Lulu, Spencer, Sarah and Mario: whose heartfelt love and care was manifested in the scrumptious meals they so carefully prepared for us - Dana and Cup of Joe : whose attention and dedication to facility maintenance needs was readily apparent (and Joe's) deliciously strong coffee turbocharged our energy levels during treatment - Johnny : whose Psych Education classes were instrumental in reframing thought processes and were executed with the perfect balance of laughter and seriousness - Marlene : my well-respected therapist who so expertly and compassionately guided me to a path of psychological recovery - Candice : my counselor who is loved by all and has an impactful positive effect on those she guides Thank you to all the Lighthouse Staff all for your love and support. I am forever grateful and look forward to being of service to the Lighthouse family.

In 2023, the last time I was in Orange County was in 1985. I found myself at the Lighthouse after a…read more5-day detox in Los Angeles. I was taken to the Lighthouse and the experience was amazing. The staff, in June of 2023, were dedicated, compassionate, and had life experience. There were classes in which we learned about the different aspects of our afflictions and we were given resources to assist us when we graduated the program. This facility has had a profound impact on my life. That's why I still have a commitment in which I'm able to give back.