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Yellowstone Recovery - Boston House

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Overview

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Yellowstone Recovery – Boston House offers affordable residential treatment for adults with substance use disorders. Services include monitored detox, residential treatment, vocational support, and sober living. Just a 15-minute drive from Upper Newport Bay, the program blends twelve-step–based care with evidence-based therapies, creative outlets like art and music, and peer community. Clients leave with practical life skills and resources for lasting independence.

Address

154 East Bay Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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Ages Served

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

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential

Special Programs

  • Court referrals

Affordable Nonprofit Care Near The Coast

Yellowstone Recovery – Boston House is a nonprofit in Costa Mesa offering treatment for adults with substance use disorders. Its residential homes provide a grounded and approachable setting for recovery. The program is designed to be affordable and accessible, while still offering comprehensive care that supports people through every stage of the recovery process.

A Full Continuum Of Residential Support

Clients begin with monitored detox to ensure safety during withdrawal, then transition into residential treatment built around the twelve-step model. Extended care programs provide additional structure for those who need more time before moving toward independence. To bridge the gap after treatment, Yellowstone offers step-down care including sober living homes and aftercare planning—ensuring stability beyond the initial stay.

Therapies And Community Connection

Treatment includes individual counseling, daily group sessions, and evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. Experiential therapies like art and music are incorporated to help clients express emotions and develop new coping strategies. Relapse-prevention groups, family discussions, and anger management sessions foster awareness and practical skills. Alongside clinical care, peer connection and the wider recovery community of Orange County play a central role in helping clients feel supported.

Preparing For Life After Treatment

Yellowstone places a strong emphasis on real-world readiness. Clients receive job placement support beginning after their first month in residence, including resume writing, interview preparation, and guidance in connecting with local employers. Life-skills workshops reinforce everyday stability through communication, routines, and problem-solving. By combining therapy with vocational tools and sober community ties, the program helps clients not only achieve sobriety but also rebuild sustainable, independent lives.

Client Reviews

Clients share that Yellowstone Recovery provides meaningful support for sobriety, with many pointing to lasting change and a sense of community.

  • Treatment Quality & Outcomes (100% positive): Many clients describe meaningful progress in recovery, crediting the program with life-changing results. "Great treatment center!!"
  • Facility & Environment (75% positive): Reviews often mention the living spaces and overall setting. "Wonderful place to build a foundation in sobriety."
  • Support & Community (100% positive): Clients highlight peer support, sponsors, and long-term connections as a major strength of the program.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Other Private Insurance

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


Financial Assistance

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

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Group therapy
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Activities

  • Art therapy
  • Music therapy
  • Fitness activities
  • Job training
  • Life skills workshops
  • Offsite outings

Settings

  • City
  • Coastal

Policies

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

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Reviews and Ratings

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  • Dr. Honey Thames is highly praised for her dedication and support in the recovery process.
  • The program emphasizes community and connection, helping clients build lasting relationships and support networks.
  • Many clients report significant life changes and long-term sobriety as a result of their time at Yellowstone Recovery.
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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.