River City Recovery Center Inc - Starlight

Historic Victorian Home Setting

Starlight operates from a multi-level Victorian home in midtown Sacramento, offering 24-hour residential care in a non-medical environment. With a low client-to-counselor ratio, the program provides a calm, structured space where clients can focus on recovery while forming meaningful peer and staff connections.

Evidence-Based Therapies and Supportive Services

Treatment includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and 12-Step facilitation. Anger management, trauma counseling, and substance use education provide additional support. Family counseling and scheduled visits strengthen outside relationships, while life-skills workshops and social skills development help clients prepare for long-term stability. The program also offers domestic violence services when needed.

Programming for Distinct Populations

Starlight provides gender-specific services, and supports veterans, clients involved with the justice system, and people who have experienced trauma. This targeted programming helps address specific recovery challenges, while gender-specific groups create safe spaces for discussion and healing. Self-help meetings and peer mentoring expand community connection throughout treatment.

Transition Planning and Recovery Tools

From intake to discharge, Starlight emphasizes planning for life after treatment. Clients can continue medications prescribed off-site, access case management, and receive housing assistance. Transportation support and telehealth therapy make care more accessible. A senior resident pathway allows clients to take on new responsibilities as they prepare for independence. Smoking is allowed in designated areas, though vaping is not permitted.

Client Reviews

Clients highlight River City Recovery as a supportive program with lasting impact. Many share gratitude for the counselors and environment, though a few note areas for improvement.

• Staff & Care Experience: Many reviews credit the counselors for their compassion and professionalism.
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes: Several people describe the program as life-changing and credit it with helping them sustain recovery. "River City Recovery saved my life"
• Facility & Environment: Clients describe the center as a comfortable, professional place to focus on recovery.
• Support & Community: Alumni highlight the program’s supportive peer environment and ongoing impact.