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New Bridge Foundation - Helios

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Overview

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Nestled on a quiet residential street near the University of California, Berkeley campus, New Bridge Foundation’s Helios program provides short-term residential care for adults addressing substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. Clients participate in 12-step work, evidence-based therapy, and mindfulness recovery groups. Adapted recovery tracks are available for veterans, trauma survivors, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The center offers a free Aftercare for Life program with ongoing counseling and group meetings.

Address

2323 Hearst Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Service members
  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Military families
  • Mental health disorders
  • Veterans

Short-Term Residential Structure

Helios is a short-term residential program offering a focused 4–6 week stay for adults beginning recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. The program’s 24-hour residential environment provides structure, safety, and daily accountability, helping clients stabilize while building healthy routines. Days follow a consistent rhythm of group therapy, education, physical activity, and time for reflection, so clients can practice new skills in a supportive setting. The multidisciplinary staff includes licensed clinicians and counselors who help clients identify triggers, strengthen coping tools, and prepare for a sustainable return to daily life.

Evidence-Based and Holistic Therapy

Treatment integrates proven behavioral therapies with holistic wellness practices that address both the mind and body. Core services include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relapse prevention counseling, and family education. Complementary supports such as acupuncture, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness-based recovery groups help clients manage stress and reconnect with their physical and emotional health. Group sessions promote communication and accountability among peers, while one-on-one counseling gives space for deeper personal work.

Lifelong Aftercare and Continuing Support

Every graduate of the Helios program receives free aftercare for life. This includes ongoing group meetings, relapse prevention workshops, and access to counselors familiar with each client’s treatment history. These sessions help individuals stay connected, accountable, and supported as they navigate life after residential care. Alumni can return for check-ins or join virtual aftercare groups, ensuring support remains consistent even when schedules or locations change.

Specialized Care for Veterans, LGBTQIA+ Clients, and Trauma Survivors

The center adapts care to the needs of specific groups who face unique barriers to recovery. The veterans and active-duty military program includes coordination with VA providers, stress-management training, and counseling for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and reintegration challenges. A dedicated LGBTQIA+ track ensures affirming, inclusive care, addressing issues such as identity stress, discrimination, and strained family relationships. For individuals healing from trauma, therapy focuses on safety, empowerment, and skill-building rather than re-exposure.

Client Reviews

Clients highlight compassionate staff, strong therapeutic programs, and meaningful recovery support. A few note occasional challenges with peer dynamics and communication.

  • Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): Many reviewers describe the team as supportive, professional, and committed to clients’ success. “The staff genuinely care and go above and beyond.”
  • Treatment Quality & Outcomes (80% positive): Multiple clients report personal growth, lasting recovery tools, and effective counseling. “New Bridge offers an exceptionally talented team and life-changing therapy.”
  • Access & Process: Admissions and scheduling are often described as smooth and straightforward. A few mention room for improvement in communication between staff and clients.
  • Support & Community: Several reviewers appreciate ongoing encouragement from peers and alumni, noting that the sense of belonging helps sustain recovery.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MHN
  • Optum
  • Blue Shield of California
  • TriWest
  • Other Private Insurance
  • TRICARE

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$$$ - High-end Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Acupuncture therapy
  • Case management support
  • Help with transportation
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • Job training and educational support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Activities

  • Secular meetings
  • Yoga
  • Fitness activities
  • Job training

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust

Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

CARF reviews rehab programs to make sure they provide respectful, effective, and personalized care. For addiction treatment, CARF uses standards developed with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), so this accreditation shows the program follows trusted, evidence-based guidelines for treating substance use.

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