ABOUT BEACON HOUSE
Founded in 1961 and located in Northern California’s picturesque Monterey Bay area, Beacon House is recognized as one of the pioneering residential 12-step treatment centers in the United States. The facility offers medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient care for adult men and women struggling with substance abuse, dual diagnosis, and various process addictions such as gambling, Internet, sex, and eating disorders.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Upon admission to Beacon House, each individual undergoes a comprehensive assessment by a medical consultant and clinical psychologist to determine the optimal level of care.
Medical detox is conducted on a residential basis, providing clients with medical monitoring and participation in individual and group counseling.
The center’s inpatient residential treatment program follows the 12-Step approach and incorporates evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing (MI). The program is tailored to each individual’s unique needs, and may include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) utilizing approved medications like Vivitrol. In addition to individual counseling and group therapy, clients participate in family therapy, addiction education, and experiential services. Beacon House’s location allows for outdoor recreational activities such as surfing, birding, and equine therapy. An extended residential program with an emphasis on relapse prevention is available.
Outpatient programming is offered at two levels: full-day partial hospitalization program (PHP) and half-day intensive outpatient program (IOP). Both programs provide individual and group counseling, education, family support, case management, and discharge planning.
The center also provides lifetime aftercare for all clients who successfully complete the program.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
Beacon House’s treatment staff includes addictionologists, psychologists, chemical dependency counselors, marriage and family therapists, as well as experiential and holistic specialists. Best-rehabs.com has received positive feedback regarding the staff’s level of training and experience.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Residential clients are housed in a charming historic Victorian home surrounded by scenic landscapes. The center offers both private and shared bedrooms, and the common areas are tastefully decorated to create a warm and welcoming environment. Clients have access to various amenities including yoga, meditation, nutrition, and exercise programs.
Feedback from past clients and individuals polled by Best-rehabs.com highlighted the quality of the accommodations and the available exercise and leisure offerings.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
Alumni who provided feedback to Best-rehabs.com gave mostly positive reviews of their experience at Beacon House. They praised the facility’s holistic approach to treatment and its effectiveness. Some alumni highlighted the compassionate and supportive nature of the staff, expressing gratitude for helping them achieve sobriety. While there were a few isolated criticisms regarding the food and staffing, the majority of alumni reviews showcased appreciation for the amenities, staff, and the facility’s nurturing environment. Yelp reviews echoed similar sentiments, with reviewers attributing their sobriety to Beacon House and lauding the staff, amenities, and overall atmosphere.
WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY
Feedback from friends and family members was mixed but generally positive. Some loved ones credited Beacon House with long-term sobriety while others expressed concerns about the program resembling “glorified AA meetings & extracurricular activities.” The exercise and leisure provisions, affordability, holistic treatment options, visitor policies, family participation, and counseling options received varying ratings.
FINANCING
To secure a bed, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required. The daily rates for specific programs vary, with detox priced at $840, inpatient residential treatment at $715, full-day outpatient treatment at $495, and half-day/evening outpatient treatment at $350. The total cost depends on factors such as insurance coverage and length of treatment. Beacon House accepts various insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Magellan, and TriCare. The facility also offers private pay and accepts major credit cards.