At Akua Mind & Body, we offer comprehensive treatment programs for the mind, body, and spirit in the beautiful Southern California region. Our unique and holistic approach combines clinical excellence with a healing and rejuvenating environment. We integrate the latest advances in addiction medicine with eastern traditions to provide our clients with the best possible care.
ABOUT AKUA MIND & BODY
Akua Mind & Body is located in Newport, California and provides a healthy and relaxing environment for individuals struggling with substance abuse. Our treatment approach focuses on addressing the entire person, integrating physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects, along with evidence-based methods. We offer gender-specific detoxification, residential treatment, and intensive outpatient services for individuals seeking rehabilitation from alcohol, prescription drugs, cocaine, and heroin addiction. Our facility is a part of the 15.1% of facilities in California that offer detox services.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
We pride ourselves on delivering highly personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Our team of clinical professionals work alongside creative and fitness therapy practitioners to provide a comprehensive blend of traditional and holistic therapy methods in a rejuvenating environment.
Treatment at Akua Mind & Body is based on a combination of Eastern Medicine and Western Science. We utilize holistic therapies like Reiki and meditation alongside evidence-based modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and more. Our individualized programs may include substance-specific detox, meditation, trauma therapy, psychotherapy, 12-step self-help groups, life purpose coaching, yoga, music therapy, and work with family and friends. We also offer medication management for individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders.
Residential treatment typically lasts 30 days, and our intensive outpatient programs (IOP) provide similar services while also offering specialized psycho-educational groups focused on relapse prevention, forgiveness, grief and anger management. Additional services include community service opportunities, life skills seminars, and resume and career building workshops.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
At Akua Mind & Body, our team consists of two dozen staff members who hold an array of advanced degrees, licenses, and certifications. Our medical director is a board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in detox, dual diagnosis, and PTSD. We also have registered therapists with master’s degrees in counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, nursing, and social work. Our staff also includes certified substance abuse counselors, a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, registered dietitian, chef, and Reiki II Practitioner. The aptitude of our staff members has been highly praised by individuals who have experienced our program.
Staff Experience and Training: 4.9/5
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Akua Mind & Body is a high-end treatment facility located near the beach in Orange County. Our facility features shared bedrooms, a kitchen, a pool, and a comfortable lounge area. We offer amenities such as sauna therapy, a hot spa, massage, and a private gym. Clients also receive nutritional counseling and three meals a day prepared by a private chef. The quality of our facilities has been praised by individuals who have experienced our program.
Facility Cleanliness and Upkeep: 4.9/5
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
Alumni reviews of our facility have been extremely positive. They appreciate our excellent therapists, emphasis on the mind and body connection, and holistic treatment options. One alum describes their experience: “Art and music therapy, meditation and yoga, individual and group therapy were all outstanding. All of the clinical staff and group therapists are knowledgeable, insightful and supportive in an overall calm and balanced environment.” Alumni have given perfect five-star ratings for our counseling options, holistic offerings, and ability to treat co-occurring disorders. One alum states, “I actually, for once in my life, do not want to do drugs anymore.”
In a dissenting negative review, one alum criticized our facility for not accommodating their health needs.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
Friends and family members who have experienced our facility have given positive reviews. They appreciate the quality of our treatment and the results their loved ones have achieved. Some have expressed a desire for better insurance coverage. Overall, they tend to give perfect five-star ratings in various areas, including holistic treatment options, family participation, counseling options, and treatment of co-occurring disorders. One loved one strongly recommends our facility to anyone in need of treatment.
WHAT STAFF SAY
Our staff members have praised the collaborative and caring environment at Akua Mind & Body. They prioritize client care and work together to ensure successful treatment outcomes. Staff members also appreciate our holistic offerings, counseling options, and family participation.
Counseling Options: 4.9/5
Family Participation: 4.9/5
Holistic Offerings: 4.7/5
FINANCING
Akua Mind & Body accepts many private insurances, including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Humana, Health Net, Multiplan, Amerihealth, United Healthcare, Optum, Allcare Health, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Financial counseling is available during the admissions process. Individuals who have experienced our program appreciate the cost of our facility.
Affordability: 4.9/5