Morningside Recovery offers a comprehensive range of addiction and mental health treatment services, including detoxification, residential treatment, and intensive outpatient programs. Our team of expert staff members provides personalized and comprehensive care in state-of-the-art facilities, guiding our clients towards recovery and empowering them to make positive choices every day.
ABOUT MORNINGSIDE RECOVERY – IRVINE, CA
Morningside Recovery, located in Irvine, California, offers residential treatment, detoxification, and outpatient treatment to individuals who are struggling with addiction, mental health issues, and/or dual diagnoses. Situated in Orange County, the facility promotes an independent lifestyle that allows clients to engage in activities outside of their treatment.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Clients must contact the facility to schedule an assessment with the admissions staff in order to be admitted. The outpatient program at Morningside Recovery provides three hours of treatment per week over a period of three months. The duration of treatment in the residential and detoxification programs is tailored to meet the individual needs of each client.
The facility’s treatment program incorporates various methods, including evidence-based practices, experiential treatment, the 12-step method, SMART Recovery, and holistic approaches. Morningside Recovery also offers specialized treatment for LGBTQ clients.
Throughout the course of treatment, clients receive individual and group therapy, and those in the residential program benefit from 24-hour monitoring. The focus of treatment is to identify the underlying issues contributing to each client’s substance use, and clients are encouraged to foster healthy relationships with their friends and family while in treatment. In the detoxification program, medication is administered under the supervision of a medical doctor.
Morningside Recovery allows clients to bring their pets with them to treatment. While there are no breed or size restrictions, pets must not display aggressive behavior, be up to date on vaccinations, and be on a flea and tick control regimen. Pets are expected to remain in the residents’ rooms, and the use of a leash and collar is mandatory. Additionally, the facility offers yoga and art therapy. Morningside Recovery also provides an alumni program, which includes weekly support meetings, free social activities, and clinical follow-up.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
The treatment team at Morningside Recovery consists of master’s-level clinicians, doctors, psychiatrists, nutritionists, and personal trainers.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Residential treatment is conducted in a modern, home-like setting. Photos on the Morningside Recovery website showcase shared bedrooms. The facility is equipped with modern amenities, including a fitness center, ping-pong table, entertainment lounge, and yoga/tai chi studio. During treatment, clients also enjoy gourmet meals.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
At the time of this writing, 26 alumni who were polled by Best-rehabs.com gave an average rating of four out of five stars for the facility overall, indicating positive reviews. The alumni rated the facility as 3.3 out of five stars for affordability, 4.1 stars for exercise options, and 4.4 stars for cleanliness. Alumni mentioned that clients are able to live independently, appreciated the helpful and well-rounded curriculum, and praised the caring staff members. According to one alum, “Morningside is an ideal setting for anyone with a dual diagnosis of substance dependence and mental illness as the treatment options, allowance of pets, and supportive environment allow multifaceted healing.”
When asked about weaknesses, several alumni expressed disapproval of the facility’s new management and recent changes.
WHAT STAFF SAY
The six staff members who were polled by Best-rehabs.com provided positive feedback regarding Morningside Recovery. They highlighted the pet policy as a particular strength of the facility and praised the level of training and experience exhibited by their colleagues. One anonymous staff member wrote, “Genuine Staff program designed to help someone save their lives. The tools are there for those that wish to change.”
Regarding weaknesses, the reviewers stated that accommodations could be improved, clients were given too much freedom, the facility does not accept all insurance policies, and that 12-step programming is not available to those who desire it.
FINANCING
The cost of treatment is not disclosed by Morningside Recovery. However, the facility accepts insurance plans from Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Primera. Morningside Recovery also offers a financial aid program and treatment financing through Prosper Healthcare Lending.