AMFM Mental Health Treatment provides compassionate and restorative residential inpatient care for men struggling with anxiety, depression, complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, or other mental health conditions. Our Dana Point facility offers our highest level of care, a residential mental health program that supports healing in an environment away from the stressors and triggers of daily life. Residential treatment in Dana Point could be the first step toward a better quality of life for you or your loved one.
Set in sunny coastal Dana Point, this harbor town makes the perfect backdrop for healing. During residential treatment, men can expect 24/7 clinical support, cognitive and psychiatric resources, and a combination of individual and group therapy. Customized treatment plans blend holistic modalities and evidence-based strategies for long-term recovery. Drawing male-identifying individuals from the San Clemente, Laguna Beach, and greater Orange County communities, our residential mental health program empowers men to develop the skills and tools needed for lasting wellness.
In the harbor bluffs of southern Orange County, clients at our Dana Point men’s residential mental health program enjoy a restful and soothing environment. Treatment involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) if deemed clinically appropriate, without distraction.
This residential facility is equipped with large rooms and an updated interior. With a passion for healing and the inspiring coastal setting, this AMFM Mental Health Treatment program is built on the promise of personal development and growth. Each client receives a customized treatment plan, informed by their clinical assessment and tailored to their specific needs.
Depending upon the treatment plan, men at this residential treatment center location can expect a combination of individual therapy, psychiatric support, and group sessions. Specialized focus groups at this location in Dana Point include weekly somatic therapy, music therapy, art therapy, narrative therapy, therapeutic gardening group, and twice-monthly equine therapy.
34142 Crystal Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
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At AMFM, we believe in going beyond traditional mental health care by offering a more personal, deeply compassionate healing experience.
Our Dana Point residential program for mental health in the southern Orange County area offers solutions, resources, and support for men facing a variety of mental health conditions.
AMFM is here to help you or your loved one take the next steps towards an improved mental well-being.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment has over a decade of experience in providing customized treatment plans to men seeking resources for mental health recovery at the inpatient level of care. After you or your loved one completes a clinical assessment with a member of our admissions team, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan designed to meet your specific needs.
At our residential mental health facility in Dana Point, CA, treatment plans vary, but all men at this facility engage in a combination of individual and group therapy, along with psychiatric sessions and case management appointments. Generally, men at this facility get the opportunity to grow through weekly somatic therapy, music therapy, art therapy, narrative therapy, therapeutic gardening group, and twice-monthly equine therapy.
Additionally, clients at our Crystal Lantern mental health program in Dana Point venture out into the surrounding area for nature walks, visits to local beaches and bluffs, and nearby museums.
Residential treatment centers (RTC) offer individuals live-in clinical support, designed to allow you or your loved one to unplug from your daily life and focus entirely on your mental health recovery journey. Open 24/7, this level of care is most helpful for men struggling with severe symptoms of mental health conditions like depression, C-PTSD, or anxiety.
With treatment plans personalized after a clinical assessment, AMFM Mental Health Treatment delivers compassionate care through comprehensive treatment involving individual and group therapy sessions. Men at our residential facility in Dana Point have the opportunity, upon completion of inpatient programming, to step down to a partial hospitalization program (PHP) or intensive outpatient program (IOP). These step-down programs at another location help support you or your loved one’s seamless transition back to daily life.
At AMFM Mental Health Treatment, we believe in addressing conditions with a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities to give you the greatest chance of lasting mental health recovery.
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Though treatment plans vary by individual, men at our Dana Point residential treatment center may encounter a daily schedule much like the sample below.
7:30 AM: Wake up, prepare for daily group therapy sessions
8:00 AM: Breakfast before group blocks begin
9:00 AM – Noon: Groups begin, varying in topic, led by specialized group facilitators
Noon: Break for lunch, before resuming additional group therapy sessions
1:00 – 3:00 PM: Groups continue, may include weekly therapeutic gardening group, or biweekly equine therapy
4:00 – 5:00 PM: Free time before dinner, fitness or yoga at the local wellness center
5:00 PM: Dinner time
6:00 – 8:00 PM: Dinner and evening activities, daily walks, local hikes, community outings to beaches and bluffs
10:30 PM: Lights out
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To speak with a caring member of our admissions team and to learn more about what AMFM Mental Health Treatment may be able to do for you, call today or fill out our insurance verification form. We’ll connect with you over the phone and walk you through the insurance verification process to learn more about your benefits and coverage.
After the insurance verification process, you or your loved one will speak with a member of the admissions team, who will guide you through a clinical assessment. This assessment helps our team determine the most appropriate level of care and gain a better understanding of the mental health conditions you’re facing. From there, we can begin developing your personalized treatment plan.
Before you arrive in Dana Point, we will answer any questions you may have, let you know what to bring (and what not to bring), and coordinate transportation to the facility. Our on-site team will be ready for your arrival.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment is committed to helping you understand your insurance benefits. Our friendly admissions team is trained to answer any questions you may have as we go through the insurance verification process.
Costs vary by policy, insurance provider, level of care, and more. AMFM Mental Health Treatment also accommodates private-pay and PPO plans. At our residential treatment center for men in Dana Point, we aim to assist you through the payment process with compassionate care and attention to detail.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment accepts many insurance plans to help cover mental health services:
Depending on your situation, we may be able to provide financing options and payment plans.
You can also use credit or debit cards to pay for your behavioral health services.
We will provide most things you might need. Personal cell phones and computers are not permitted unless approved prior to admission or deemed necessary by the clinical team, and any approved use must be closely supervised. Clients have access to a house landline during designated “Choice Block” times for ten-minute phone calls to supportive contacts.
Clients at this residential mental health program attend three or more clinical groups per day, with additional activities and outings throughout the day. All scheduled activities and groups are monitored by a professional clinical staff member.
Family members are contacted within 24 hours of admission, with regular updates to follow. Family members are also welcome to visit on Sundays between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM, with virtual visits available for out-of-town individuals.
When preparing for your stay at our men’s residential program in Dana Point, remember to pack lightly. For those who vape or smoke, smoking and vaping are permitted only in a dedicated outdoor area during non-programming times. Any products brought into the facility must be closed and in sealed packages.
Personal belongings must fit within the client’s designated personal space. Outside electronics are generally not permitted, though personal instruments (such as a guitar) are allowed if not disruptive to other clients or their space.
This Dana Point residential treatment facility has a capacity of six men at a time, with double-occupancy bedrooms.
Clients at our residential program usually meet with their individual therapist twice per week.
With scenic cliffsides and harbor sights, the beaches and bluffs of Dana Point provide a stunning backdrop for healing. Outside of the bright and sunny residential facility on Crystal Lantern, clients have the opportunity to experience the local Dana Point landmarks during experiential outings and activities.
Whether you’re whale watching or enjoying live music and waterfront dining, the Dana Point Harbor is a hotspot for locals and visitors alike, year-round. Clients at our Dana Point facility are brought on supervised excursions in this location.
A smaller offshore reef makes this beach a local favorite for its surf swells. With tidepools for exploration, bodysurfing, and swimming, clients at our men’s residential program frequent Salt Creek Beach on sunny days.
An oceanic museum with educational exhibits and whale watching excursions, this center is open seven days a week. Proceeds benefit the Ocean Institute programs, and you can stop at the Chambers Gallery gift shop on your way out.
For those traveling from out of town and looking for a place to stay, we’ve included a list below of hotels close to our residential men’s facility.
The Hilton Garden Inn in Dana Point is steps away from Doheny Beach. With an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and an on-site restaurant, this hotel has everything you could need in one stop.
An elevated coastal stay, this Orange County resort offers panoramic views of the ocean, an outdoor heated pool with an interactive splash deck for kids, and a full-service spa.
“The only hotel on the harbor,” the Dana Point Marina Inn offers harbor views and a swimming pool. Though less ritzy, this hotel promises affordable rates and proximity to the water.
Take a tour of our residential mental health facilities located in California. Our locations offer peace & comfort within a residential environment where you can relax and focus on yourself.
Our well-appointed facilities are located in Carlsbad, Dana Point, Fallbrook, Laguna Hills, Laguna Nigel, Lake Forest, and San Juan Capistrano.
Additionally, we offer both in-person and virtual outpatient services in California so you can be supported after leaving residential.
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