First Responder Wellness

20351 SW Acacia Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660

First Responder Wellness

About First Responder Wellness

First Responder Wellness is located in Newport Beach, California. Treatment for mental health and addiction are provided. Residential and outpatient services are available. Their programs are designed to treat the specific needs of firefighters, paramedics, EMT’s, law enforcement offices and corrections officers. Insurance and worker’s compensation are accepted.

Detox will be the first step in the recovery process. During detox you’ll stay in a partially private room where you’re free from distractions. Medication assisted treatment can be provided. You will be under medical supervision and undergo a psychological assessment. During this time your individualized treatment plan will be developed. Your length of stay in detox is flexible. It will depend on your individual needs.

The residential treatment program is not in a hospital setting. You will be in a private home environment. This program is for individuals who need a structured recovery setting. It is for those who have been unsuccessful in intensive outpatient treatment and day treatment. This environment is beneficial for individuals with a history of relapse and those who struggle with dual diagnosis substance abuse and mental health disorders.

Outpatient treatment is also available. Individual and group therapy are included. Other services include chemical dependency education, relapse prevention, trauma services and a 12 Step program.

Latest Reviews

Lainey Thwing
9 months ago on Google
1
I would not recommend Tiffany Hernandez as a counselor at this place.
PAUL VINCENT
10 months ago on Google
5
This program is absolutely amazing. This program saved my family members life. I highly recommend this program to any first responder who is suffering from addiction. Scott Irwin and his team is amazing.
Response from the owner9 months ago
Thank you for your review, Paul. Our team of dedicated clinicians goes above and beyond to make sure our clients get the help they need while they are with us.
shelbi stanley
1 year ago on Google
5

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Accepted Insurance

First Responder Wellness works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

insurance iconInsurance accepted

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal. The length of stay at the detoxification program is determined according to the specific needs of the patient.
inpatient iconInpatient
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
partial-hospitalization iconPartial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Clinical Services

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (888) 443-4898
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20351 SW Acacia Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660

Fact checked and written by:
Jenise Alvarez
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

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4.2 (5 reviews)
Lainey Thwing
9 months ago
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I would not recommend Tiffany Hernandez as a counselor at this place.

PAUL VINCENT
10 months ago
5

This program is absolutely amazing. This program saved my family members life. I highly recommend this program to any first responder who is suffering from addiction. Scott Irwin and his team is amazing.

Response from the owner10 months ago
Thank you for your review, Paul. Our team of dedicated clinicians goes above and beyond to make sure our clients get the help they need while they are with us.
shelbi stanley
1 year ago
5

Brooke Sullivan
2 years ago
5

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3 years ago
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