Dr. Stalcup saves lives and will help anyone who ever need anything. This is the ultimate place to…read morego to help Someone struggling. I had been to several other places and no one cared like they do. Judgment free treatment with incredible service 24/7. I've been a patient for over 8yrs and credit them all to saving my life and many others. Don't think twice if your in need of help!

I don't know if New Leaf still is open but Dr. Stalcup /Alex was truly a groundbreaker in the field…read moreof all types of addictions. No physician is perfect but he is kind/ warm and understands both addictions that is genetic vs iatrogenic (i.e. created by the Pharmaceutical companies marketing to doctors medications that simple are not safe and cause a dependency more than anything. The trial and the FDA actually let both medical devices; and medications slide by the rigorous testing. I truly am saddened by the death and passing of Dr. Prof. Ashton in England who I think Alex knew. During a time when bentos were ushered into the landscape as barbiturates were killing so many people - Marilyn Monroe; Judy Garland and countless older celebrities they offered a good alternative but were not meant for daily use. I think out society sees addiction or pain as a weakness whereas people are extremely strong and brave who face any type of illness. I find it interesting that Portugal has a per capita overdose death of .0001 percent compared to the U.S. since today even opioid death is often an overdose from something laced with fentanyl, and other substances. I think the DEA needs to pursue the true criminals and cartels and not doctors. Surely, there are bad doctors and I don't agree with pill mills or pill pushing but doctors are in fear of their license. I have friends who have children that went to college and tried a pill and it was laced with something. One time and they lose their child. It's unforgivable and a complex issues. But I know the people at New Leaf helped many. S

This review is not regarding the in house staff- this is regarding Avery Lane as a corporation…read more They lied to me and said my claim was denied through my insurance and charged me cash only to discover the insurance covered one week at the end of my stay. instead of comping me the offered a "free week". They also screwed up my disability claim- I received a letter from the state of Ca saying they are not accredited and they denied me. I emailed Avery Lane numerous times and was brushed off- the couple of times they actually replied. I plan to report them- just a public warning to get things started. don't waste a dime on these people- unless your insurance is covering every penny.

I am extremely thankful for the Avery Lane Recovery program. I was fortunate to have had a 90 day…read moretreatment program. It was my first and only residential program. I am sober 2.5 years. Avery Lane gave me to foundation for a healthy life of sobriety. Besides the delicious chef prepared meals, I loved my therapist, the counselors, and the staff. Learned great coping tools and modalities like tapping and brain-spotting A great place of healing and recovery. I recommend Avery Lane with highest of stars possible. Thanks, Mary M

Great Staff. Jay went above and beyond to get me situated at the most critical time in my life. If…read moreyou need to get your life in order I would not hesitate. The facilities and staff five stars in professionalism and they really have a genuine interest in recovering.

This recovery modality was suggested by a friend for my loved one…read more I was informed that inpatient rehab success rate is around 5% and most people don't say sober. Golden gate recovery integrates their clients into the community instantly doing step down system which really benefited my brother. He had been to about three rehabs with no success. I spoke with a guy Quinn and another Aiden who work here. Great experience and my brother has now been sober just over a year. Extremely grateful. It's funny because I went to a meeting with my brother when he got his one year chip and it's like this program has their own community/ fellowship. All the guys knew my brother and said hello and most of them previous clients. It was like these "ggr boys" were everywhere in the meeting. Just super cool idea for treatment

True, the pricing here is quite high, which often makes it difficult for me to refer my own family…read moreto CCFM. However, the level of diagnosis, treatment planning, and modern approach is genuinely worth the investment. Health is an integral part of life, and I have regrets about not having had specific information years ago--things I would have handled differently. That comprehensive, forward-looking guidance is exactly what CCFM provides. My health provider here, Tracey, is knowledgeable, smart, and everything she does exceeds my expectation. Additionally, Anita Hackman, the Client Liaison, is an essential part of the process. She is the one you communicate with regarding issues like pharmacy delays or appointment changes, and I find her to be excellent--she perfectly balances professionalism with understanding. Please do your body a favor and give CCFM a try. You will genuinely appreciate the results.

I spent years going to different doctors and trying all kinds of things, but no one could figure…read moreout what was wrong. I always felt like something was off and no one could explain why. CCFM actually took the time to dig in and look at the full picture. We looked at my diet, stress, sleep, and everything else going on in my life. They found things no one else did and I finally feel like I'm getting somewhere after years of searching. Incredibly grateful to the team for helping me move forward.

AVR is a special place…read more They break the mold of the standard residential treatment facility. Cell phone use is allowed and encouraged, so you never feel too disconnected from home and can effectively take care of business (it isn't realistic to be disappearing from the world for 30+ days). Tons of fantastic healthy snack options, along with the unprecedented option to have a small personal stash of your favorite snacks (again, helping me keep that connection with home). Amazing counselors like mine, Eddie and Joey, get you through the day-to-day. Every person there, from the Program Director to our "sober fun" escorts, short of the cook, is a certified counselor in recovery (at minimum, if not an LMFT); and is a fabulous sounding board and source of strength for your daily struggles in early recovery. And the cook is fabulous (man, did I eat well there)!!! You can tell everyone there, right down to said cook, really cares about the clients while they are there and beyond. AVR's program includes a wide breadth of education and therapy including: one-on-one sessions with an LMFT, family/couples therapy with an LMFT, tons of counseling staff onsite at any given time, public outings in the real world with various recovery meeting formats and "sober fun" events, CBT (how to handle those nasty thoughts), DBT (how to handle those rough emotions), traditional Process group therapy (get your gears grinding and open your eyes to reality and life), relapse prevention, anger management, self-esteem, top-rated-recovery-literature study groups, transition planning and assistance, and even alternative/eastern medicine therapy like Qui Gong Tai Chi, yoga, acupuncture, and eco-therapy. There is even regular visits from a certified personal trainer to make the most of the fantastic gym/exercise equipment! The environment is bar-none. The grounds are huge and beautiful for taking a walk or exercising. A wonderful garden to work in if you like. The house is spacious with multiple TVs for downtime. Along with board games, a pool table, a basketball hoop, a pool, and a hot tub. Lots of extra space for personal time and personal calls. And no more than 6 clients at any one time. Don't get me wrong. Recovery is hard. Lots of emotions, realizations, and work to be done. But the environment is incredibly comfortable and fosters personal growth. I spent 60 days there, and they flew by. Between the staff and the environment, AVR makes all that hard work as painless as possible. If you want to not only sober up, but get the tools to stay sober and enjoy the rest of your life with your family, this is the place to go for residential treatment.

This care facility was amazing…read more They offered a wide variety of coping skills, therapeutic techniques, and served very healthy meals. I was still in my addiction when the last review was left and was not fair in my assessment. This place is worth looking at as an option to begin a journey in recovery.

I was admitted to Serenity Knolls in June of 2014. I haven't had a drink since. During my 28 days…read moreat "The Knolls" I was given the tools necessary to begin a life free of alcohol and drugs. The counselors were understanding and knowledgeable. My assignments were based on the 12 steps and I completed the first three steps during the four week stay. The groups were designed to educate the clients on the disease of chemical dependency. Families visited and participated in their loved ones recovery and were invited to keep coming back afterwards at no additional cost. The aftercare program at Serenity Knolls is a great way to stay connected after leaving the center. I've attended the alumni meetings at both the San Francisco and Marin locations. The facility is located in the beautiful hills of West Marin, and a perfect setting for a new beginning. Between treatment sessions I participated in a vast array of recreational activities: hiking, swimming, volleyball, basketball, and ping pong tournaments. I made a host of clean and sober friends whom I still stay in contact. I would recommend Serenity Knolls to anyone inflicted with the disease of addiction.

I do pro bono career counseling. My observations are based on multiple full days spent on site…read moremeeting with clients and staff. This review reflects what I personally observed and experienced during that time. Clients arrive and spend one to several days in Detox. Up to six people share one bathroom, and each client has a roommate. Nursing staff brings in food and checks on Detox clients around the clock. Then, clients move to cabins or two shared houses, and have to be driven to and from the main site at the start and end of the day with backpacks and no access to their rooms for about 15 hours per day. Clients spend from 9 am until about 9:30 pm in sessions, which consist of various types of therapy and AA-based meetings. There are occasional off-site activities including horse therapy and hikes. LISTENING TO SHARES is common. I witnessed various levels of staff preparedness. Taking attendance and dealing with paper appointment reminders can take significant time. There are three meals per day, and clients are served in two shifts. I heard clients share that the food is good if high in calories. Breakfast includes a daily scramble with various ingredients and there are sometimes short-order items; clients can also have instant oatmeal, smoothies, yogurt, fresh fruit, toast, coffee, fountain drinks, tea. Lunch and dinner are served hot and usually contain meat; salad is always present. Fare is generally American-grilled salmon, sandwiches, ribs, grilled vegetables, nachos, chicken breasts, pork cuts, etc. Special diets are accommodated, often with tofu. I witnessed many closures and significant waits with the office and nursing. Clients are required to do chores daily, such as working as dishwashers in the kitchen with professional equipment for 45-90 minutes. Clients get one nicotine run per week, rare haircuts, access to laundry every 10-14 days, and unannounced urine tests and K-9 visits. In my time there, I perceived the client base to be predominantly white. I heard multiple mentions of Burning Man, "spirituality," Jerry Garcia (whose death in or around here spawns many rumors), Buddhist centers in Berkeley, temples in the woods, henna, travels to Asia, dharma recovery as Buddhist rather than Hindu. I witnessed many racially-implicated incidents, as well as white-male shares numerically dominating many sessions. Sometimes there are readings from the LGBT AA book; flags went up for Pride Month. I witnessed some clients being allowed to curse at others publicly. There are views of a valley, and deer walk through daily. There are significant hills and stairs. Many of the 12 acres are off-limits. There is a small gym. In summer, you can use the pool, but it can be closed by staff due to client behaviors. At times, there are not enough seats for clients. After five days with no device access, clients can use their phones and/or laptops from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm during free time. There are rules around vaping, smoking, device use, sleeping during sessions, but I witnessed a wide range of compliance, staff response, and staff breaking rules. Families can bring clients ONE bag ONE time per 30 days with various supplies, which are checked. Clients can order FIVE Amazon items per 30 days. Family or friends can visit every Saturday, and are expected to participate in some programming. I often felt very upset in this space.

Dr John schick aided and abetted my ex husband to use my mental health against me in systemic and…read moreescalating abuse that eventually became physical. I do not recommend him at al for women because he doesn't listen to a word they have to say. Dr Weisz was very kind but also useless for my situation. They should have recognized the signs, kicked my ex out of my appointments, and helped me divorce him and protect my children.

I have chronic illness and asked for the intake to be split in two. the psychiatrists refused to…read morework with me because I asked for that. shame on them for not accommodating a disability.

My husband and I have been very impressed with the Schurig Center and it's services…read more My husband attends a computerized program for improving and maintaining cognitive skills twice a week for the past several months. It has been a godsend for him. He has brain cancer and a stroke and has significant deficits in cognition and memory. I attend a caregiver support group once a month. Unlike the other reviewer, we have enjoyed excellent service and response to his needs. I am so sorry this other family had such a different experience.

This place is an absolute joke!!! Anyone who has a family member with a TBI knows how exhausting…read moreand stressful it can be during the recovery process of a loved one. I mistakenly reached out to this place since it calls itself "brain injury network" and never received any follow up email to my initial email sent. I even copied the director and still did not receive a response back. Not sure if this is even a real place of business at this point. Sadly, I don't think the current staff is living up to the legacy left behind by Founder, Karen Schurig, who I'm sure would be very disappointed by the lack of response for someone in the community that is reaching out for help! For those like my family and I looking for help we found some wonderful support groups on Facebook which have been so insightful and helpful. I highly recommend those groups rather than going through the hassle of the Schurig Center.