Southern California Sunrise Recovery Mental Health

"TLDR: Avoid at all costs. Promised mental health care was completely absent during my 48-hour stay, marked by negligence and unprofessionalism. Initial Expectations: I sought help for panic attacks, agoraphobia, and generalized anxiety disorder. The intake process seemed promising, with assurances of regular therapy, meals, experienced staff, and a structured schedule. Unfortunately, these promises were unmet. Arrival: Contrary to promises, no psychiatrist or case manager welcomed me. Instead, I faced disorganization and a triggering environment reeking of tobacco smoke. Staff and Environment: The staff, termed "techs," lacked medical training and were primarily tasked with basic monitoring and meal preparation. The promised group therapy sessions never happened. The staff's unprofessional behavior included constant phone use, internal conflicts, derogatory remarks about residents, and ignorance about conditions like agoraphobia. Location and Living Conditions: The Sabina location was substandard. The house was dirty, with inadequate facilities like threadbare towels, limited hot water, and pervasive smoke odor. The only entertainment was a TV with limited access, and the house was under constant surveillance, except in private areas. Resident Demographics: The residents were primarily state-ordered ex-convicts, contributing to an uncomfortable atmosphere. The lack of activities and social engagement left me feeling isolated and anxious. Food: Despite promises of three daily meals, food availability was scarce, and staff reluctance in meal preparation was evident. The lack of basic kitchenware further complicated matters. Therapy: I did not meet my assigned therapist. An encounter with another therapist, albeit helpful, revealed that the promised frequency of therapy sessions was overstated. Sleep Quality: Frequent checks by staff using flashlights disrupted sleep, compounded by uncomfortable bedding and unclean rooms. Conclusion: My experience at Socal Sunrise was distressingly far from what was promised. The facility's approach to mental health care was severely lacking, characterized by an unprofessional staff, poor living conditions, and a complete disregard for client wellbeing. I strongly advise against this facility based on my experience."

"Socal sunrise greatly improved my mental health and stability. Heather was amazing and truly helped me out."

"I have nothing but positive things to say about my treatment team, they helped to make this experience comfortable and even enjoyable. I started with 5 days in detox and completed 25 days in their residential program. The houses were both in beautiful neighborhoods, the accommodations were great. This was overall a good experience and I would recommend this to anyone who is in need of drug addiction rehabilitation. My case manager Heather went above and beyond to ensure my personal business was taken care of, as well as a solid aftercare plan setup. The techs were also wonderful, Brittany is amazing, and Benny helped me out with tons of real advice to help me in my recovery."