AMFM (A Mission for Michael): Reviews, Insurance, Locations

Is AMFM the right fit for you?

AMFM offers structured residential care for adults with primary mental health needs, including co-occurring substance use. Treatment commonly includes CBT/DBT, trauma-focused approaches, experiential therapies, medication management, and regular progress tracking.

AMFM may be a good fit if you…

• Need more support than weekly outpatient therapy 

• Are dealing with complex or persistent conditions such as mood or anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma-related conditions, psychosis, or dual diagnosis

• Do better in a small, calm, home-like setting rather than a large hospital unit

• Want evidence-based care (therapy + medication management when appropriate) with outcomes tracked over time

• Value family involvement 

• Want a clear step-down pathway from residential into outpatient levels of care

AMFM may not be a good fit if you…

• Need acute inpatient or hospital-level care (e.g., medical detox or 24/7 medical monitoring)

• Are looking for a substance-use–only program without a strong mental health focus

• Prefer a luxury/resort-style experience over a clinically driven program

• Want minimal structure or a mostly self-directed program

• Aren’t open to therapy, medication management, or family participation (when clinically appropriate)

• Need care in a state where AMFM doesn’t currently operate

AMFM Reviews

Across AMFM locations, 206 Google reviews average about 4.4 out of 5 stars. Clients and families consistently describe a warm, supportive program with strong clinical care, personalized treatment, and a calming, home-like environment.

• Treatment quality & outcomes: Reviewers report meaningful progress in mood, coping skills, and overall mental wellness, often describing their experience as transformative and highly recommendable.

• Staff & care experience: Staff are frequently praised as attentive, kind, and professional, providing personalized encouragement and guidance that helps clients and families feel heard and supported.

• Support & community: Many reviews highlight a welcoming, peer-supported community where group programming and shared experiences help people feel less alone.

• Facility & environment: Clients describe clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained homes with a serene, home-like feel that makes it easier to focus on healing.

• Access & process: Healthcare partners and clients note clear communication, efficient referrals, and early aftercare planning that help ease the transition into treatment and back home or to community care.

How Much Does AMFM Cost?

Your cost depends on your insurance benefits, level of care, and length of treatment. AMFM is in network with many major insurers (varies by location). Most people pay far less than the posted “sticker price” once insurance or financial assistance is applied.

Call your plan and the facility to confirm in-network status and any prior authorization, and request a written estimate before admission. If you’re paying out of pocket, self-pay, sliding-scale fees, and payment assistance are available.

Additional Details

Medical Leadership

Meet the clinicians guiding AMFM’s care across the country:

Dr. William Dodge, MD-MMM, FACEP, FAAEM

Chief Medical Officer (National)

Emergency physician and clinical leader with USC training in medical management; oversees AMFM’s medical standards and multidisciplinary care across programs.

Dr. Geoffrey Phillips, ABPN

Psychiatrist (National)

Board-certified psychiatrist with Beck Institute training in cognitive therapy; blends medication management with evidence-based psychotherapy and has led inpatient programs, including at the Long Beach VA.

Dr. Meghan Marcum

Chief Psychologist (National)

Leads AMFM’s psychology services; specializes in trauma treatment (EMDR) and co-occurring disorders, ensuring consistent, high-quality clinical practice across sites.

Looking for state-specific medical teams? See more about AMFM’s clinical leaders here.