Aspire Health Network
Facility Highlights
- EMDR therapy weekly
- Walk to the beach
- Waterfront location
Specialization
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is a highly specific, research-validated form of therapy that can help people overcome traumatic stress, anxiety and depression. With EMDR, a trained practitioner uses bilateral stimulation, eye movement and touch to stimulate parts of the brain as a patient recounts certain experiences and memories as a way to more thoroughly process uncomfortable, painful feelings.Family Program
Research shows that the odds of successful, sustained recovery from addiction are far higher when family members and loved ones are involved in treatment. Drug and alcohol addiction often have genetic roots, whether related to substance abuse, mental illness or both. Family dynamics also play a role and, often, family members are the first to realize a loved one has developed an addiction. Also, it’s important for family members to understand and embrace the lifestyle changes that are required to sustain recovery.
Facility Settings
- Resort
Meet the Staff
Dr. Alejandro AlvaMedical DirectorDr. Alva received his education at the California State University of Fullerton and the Autonomous University of Guadalajara Medical School. After he completed his education and training in Guadalajara, Mexico, he returned to California to finish his residency at the University of California Irvine. Dr. Alva was involved in multiple endeavors including inpatient and outpatient work as well as clinical research in both Los Angeles and Orange counties. Dr Alva's focus is on the latest treatments available for psychiatric disorders, chemical/alcohol dependence as well as aspects of ethnicity and their correlation within pathological states. Dr. Alva has many years of experience in serving the medical community in various capacities; as a patient advocate, clinician, researcher and medical director. Dr. Alva's expertise in adolescent, adult and geriatric psychiatry as well as chemical/alcohol dependence and his treatments in psychiatric disorders make him one of the nation's most prominent psychiatrists. Dr. Alva is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Medical Association, the Orange County Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the California Psychiatric Association, the American Board of Forensic Medicine, the American College of Forensic Examiners, the American Board of Psychopharmacology, the California Hispanic American Medical Association, the New York Academy of Science, the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the American association of Hispanic professionals.- Sue Ferren, MFTClinical DirectorSue Ferren is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and our Clinical Director here at Aspire. Sue has a breadth of experience and knowledge and has been a vital part of our team for over 2 years.
Treatment Center Links
Rehabs 360 Guide
ABOUT ASPIRE HEALTH NETWORK
Situated in the laid-back beach community of Huntington Beach, Calif., Aspire Health Network is a luxury, oceanfront treatment facility that provides residential programming and aftercare for adults struggling with chemical dependency and co-occurring mental health disorders. Aspire Health Network offer a full spectrum of treatment from detox to sober living. If necessary, the facility does provide medication-assisted treatment to alleviate the discomfort of initial withdrawal.
TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT
Aspire Health Network offers a number of treatment options for clients. Clients may be treated for alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs, or heroin. Treatment may be done through the 12-Steps, a non-12-step program such as SMART Recovery, or evidence-based modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy or trauma therapy.
Treatment can also include life skills development, relapse prevention, and motivationally focused groups. Clients also undergo rigorous medical prescription supervision. Holistic treatments, including seaside Yoga, outdoor meditation, nature walks, sports, and beach trips, are offered to those undergoing treatment. Aftercare is available for clients following treatment.
STAFF CREDENTIALS
Aspire Health Network employs a team of clinicians, therapists, and medical staff to monitor and treat clients' physical and mental symptoms of addiction. Five reviewers polled by Rehabs.com all rated staff's level of training and experience a perfect five stars.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
Aspire Health Network's treatment center sits close to the beach and near a marina. Pictures depict comfortably furnished rooms; spacious kitchens, bathrooms, and dining rooms; and a verdant front yard.
WHAT ALUMNI SAY
Of the ten alumni to submit user reviews, most were positive, awarding high four and perfect five-star ratings for the categories of treatment effectiveness, accommodations and amenities, and meals and nutrition.
Of the ten alumni, the four alumni polled by Rehabs.com to date rated Aspire Health Network high marks, and all indicated that they would recommend the facility to others. They rated the facility a perfect five stars in every category, including counseling options, holistic treatment offerings, and exercise and leisure options.
In comments, alumni praised the caring staff, beautiful accommodations, and strong 12-step foundation, though one alum suggested that the facility could expand its accommodations to make more room. Alum Joshua wrote: "Employees that care, clean and organized IOP environment, strong AA foundation, and beautiful homes."
On the facility's Facebook page, which it can manage, one reviewer to date rated the facility a perfect five stars.[1]
WHAT STAFF SAY
One staff member polled by Rehabs.com to date rated Aspire Health Network a perfect five stars in every category. Employee Ted wrote: "This is one of the best places I have ever worked."
FINANCING
To date, no information is available on Aspire Health Network's costs or accepted methods of payment on the facility's website.
[1] https://www.facebook.com/pg/aspirehealthnetwork/reviews/?ref=page_internal
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