6390 Meadows Court LLC - Passages 8

Non-12-Step Treatment Built Around Root Causes

Passages Malibu uses a non-12-step, holistic model centered on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of substance use. Its approach focuses on four core drivers, including chemical imbalances, unresolved past experiences, current life stressors, and unhelpful belief patterns. This framework shapes individualized care plans and supports a treatment experience that differs from group-centered, 12-step-based programs.

Extensive One-On-One Therapy With Clinical and Holistic Care

A central component of care is the volume of individual therapy. Clients receive 60 to 80 hours of one-on-one sessions each month with a multidisciplinary team that can include therapists, counselors, medical providers, and wellness practitioners. Treatment includes psychotherapy, trauma-related counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relapse prevention, family therapy, and medications for addiction treatment (MAT). Holistic services such as acupuncture, hypnotherapy, music therapy, yoga, meditation, tai chi, sound therapy, equine therapy, and personal training are integrated into the treatment experience.

Private Coastal Setting With High-End Residential Amenities

The campus overlooks the Pacific Ocean and spans 10 acres with landscaped grounds, gardens, and outdoor areas designed for reflection and movement. Amenities include a pool, hot tub, tennis court, fitness center, and beach access. Living spaces include private and semi-private suites with en suite bathrooms, workspace areas, high-speed internet, televisions, in-room safes, and daily housekeeping. Residents can use personal devices, allowing continued connection with family or outside responsibilities during treatment.

Continuum Of Care With Structured Aftercare Planning

Care includes medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programming (IOP), along with discharge planning and follow-up support. Continuing care services focus on helping clients build a stable path forward by connecting them with outpatient providers, sober living environments, and other recovery resources that support ongoing structure after treatment.

Client Reviews

Recent reviews describe Passages Malibu as a place known for individualized attention, holistic treatment, and a peaceful setting. At the same time, some clients and family members suggest the admissions process, medication follow-through, and parts of the facility experience could be more consistent.

• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (90% positive): Many reviewers say the program’s individualized, non-12-step approach helped them address underlying issues and make meaningful progress in recovery. "It saved my life"
• Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): A common theme is that staff are compassionate, respectful, and deeply engaged with clients. Reviewers often mention feeling treated as a whole person, though a smaller number of comments suggest follow-through could be uneven in some situations.
• Facility & Environment (85% positive): Clients frequently highlight the oceanfront setting, privacy, and comfortable surroundings as supportive for reflection and healing. Some reviews, however, suggest parts of the property or housing experience may feel dated or less polished than expected.
• Access & Process (65% positive): Several positive reviews mention smooth intake and strong treatment planning. Some clients and family members say communication around insurance, medications, and logistics could improve.
• Support & Community (85% positive): Reviews suggest the program’s mix of one-on-one therapy, holistic services, and broader support helps some clients feel understood and motivated. Family and friend reviews also describe seeing meaningful changes after treatment. "I have my friends back"