Gratitude Lodge - Newport Beach

Who is this facility a good fit for?

• Best fit if: Adults seeking a highly structured treatment environment with daily accountability; individuals looking for a small, intimate treatment setting; those seeking treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions; people who value family involvement in recovery; clients interested in a full continuum of care from detox through aftercare; individuals seeking a luxury-style, home-like treatment environment.

• Not a fit if: Adults seeking a highly independent or self-directed treatment experience; those who prefer private accommodations rather than shared living arrangements; individuals looking for a larger peer community with dozens of residents; people seeking specialized executive, adolescent, or other niche treatment programs not specifically offered by the facility.

What to expect

Developing your care plan

• Initial assessments: A comprehensive substance use assessment, mental health evaluation, medical screening, and history review is done at intake.
• Collaborative treatment planning: Clients are active participants in building their treatment individualized treatment plans. Family input may go into this as well if approved by the client.
• Continued reassessment: Treatment plans are continuously reviewed with clinical teams modifying goals based on progress, challenges, and new goals that come about. An advantage of the small population at this facility allows staff to closely monitor progress and make adjustments quickly.

Who you will meet with

• Medical Team: Clients may meet with physicians, psychiatrists, and medication providers for detox and addiction treatment services during their stay.
• Clinical Team: Members of the clinical team include therapists, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), and group facilitators.
• Support Staff: The support team helping clients may include case managers, behavioral health technicians (BHTs), a program director, the clinical director, and other support staff.

Typical schedule

• Overview: Participation in this program involves about 43 hours of group therapy, and one or two individual therapy and case management sessions weekly.
• Example daily schedule: A typical day starts at 9 a.m. with a BHT-led reflections group. From 10 a.m. to noon, where there is group therapy focused on recovery. Then, lunch is at 12 p.m. In the afternoon, group therapy continues from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. After that, recovery assignments take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Dinner is served at 5 p.m. Evenings include recreation at 6 p.m., a recovery meeting at 7 p.m., and another BHT-led reflection group at 8 p.m. Then, there is quiet reflection from 9:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., with lights out at 11 p.m.
• Evidence based therapy: A variety of evidence-based therapies are in place to support clients during their recovery. These can include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused counseling, 12-Step facilitation and relapse prevention.
• Family communication and visitation: Family involvement is encouraged with parents and extended family members being allowed to stay involved upon client approval after an approximately one-week blackout period at the beginning of treatment for detox and stabilization.

Living experiences and amenities

• Shared living environment: Residential clients typically stay in shared rooms in a comfort-focused, home-like setting with chef-prepared meals.
• Structured free time: During downtime clients may be able to read books, work on recovery assignments, go for walks, gym visits, and community outings, and participate in other recreational activities.

Aftercare

• Aftercare planning: Every client is offered a comprehensive aftercare plan, outpatient treatment referrals, and continued therapy.
• Recovery support: Medication management support is available in addition to recovery group participation and sober living placement when found to be appropriate for the client.

Pre-Admissions Experience

We conducted a series of pre-admissions calls, the most recent on April 1, 2026 to evaluate response time, transparency, and patient experience.

Our experience contacting Gratitude Lodge was positive. They were knowledgeable and easy to talk to. They provided clear details about the facility’s treatment model for six clients, clinical programs, costs, and the admissions process. The conversation was informative and friendly, not high-pressure. He showed a clear grasp of the program’s focus on long-term recovery.

Client Reviews

Reviews of Gratitude Lodge are overwhelmingly positive and frequently highlight compassionate staff, meaningful recovery support, and a welcoming treatment environment. Across reviews, clients often describe feeling genuinely cared for by staff, supported through withdrawal management and residential treatment, and connected to a strong recovery community. A small number of reviews raise concerns about medical oversight, communication, and treatment expectations.

• Staff & Care Experience (95% positive): Most reviewers describe staff as compassionate, attentive, knowledgeable, and deeply invested in clients’ well-being. Many specifically praise therapists, case managers, behavioral health technicians, and support staff for creating a supportive and respectful atmosphere. "The staff truly care for you and your well being."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (90% positive): Many clients report life-changing experiences, successful withdrawal management, increased sobriety, and valuable recovery tools. "It saved my life."
• Support & Community (100% positive): Reviews frequently emphasize peer support, meaningful relationships with housemates, and a sense of belonging throughout treatment. Clients often describe feeling understood, supported, and connected to others working toward recovery. "Great support and community."
• Facility & Environment (100% positive): Clients regularly mention clean, comfortable homes, welcoming accommodations, chef-prepared meals, enjoyable outings, and a healing environment. Several reviewers note that the setting helped them feel safe and at home during treatment. "The environment is clean, calm, and focused on healing."
• Access & Process: Feedback about admissions, case management, and aftercare is largely positive, with many reviewers praising admissions staff, individualized treatment planning, and discharge support. A few reviews mention concerns about treatment expectations, length-of-stay discussions, or administrative communication.

Facility Transparency

• Verified by Start Your Recovery: On June 8, 2026, our research team conducted a comprehensive review of this facility's advertising claims, registrations from public health departments, national accrediting bodies, and SAMHSA.

• Pre-Admissions Experience Evaluation: Most recent call conducted on April 1, 2026.