California Highlands Addiction Treatment in Banning, CA

ABOUT CALIFORNIA HIGHLANDS ADDICTION TREATMENT

California Highlands Addiction Treatment is a luxury residential rehab facility for adults struggling with chemical dependency, as well as co-occurring disorders. Located on 32 serene and secluded acres outside of Palm Springs, Calif., the facility also provides holistic detoxification services on-site to minimize the discomfort of withdrawal.

TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT

Before admission, clients participate in brief phone interview. Typically, clients then begin treatment within 24 hours of initial contact. If necessary, California Highlands Addiction Treatment provides a holistic detoxification protocol that emphasizes physical recovery through healthy meals, exercise, rest, as well as methods designed to help manage pain and stress, such as yoga and mindful meditation.

Once the client is stabilized, residents begin core programming, which includes a range of holistic and evidence-based treatment approaches. While residents must commit to at least 30 days of treatment, the average length of residential treatment program is 45 days, but may last up to 60 days.

During the residential program, clients participate in full days of therapeutic programming, from breakfast at 6:00 a.m. to an hour-long period set aside for relaxing before sleep at 7:00 p.m. Depending on individual needs and circumstances, a typical day in treatment incorporates several group counseling sessions, individual therapy, psycho-education classes, personal time for relaxation and reflection, exercise sessions, and recreational activities.

Among the evidence-based treatment modalities, California Highlands Addiction Treatment utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing to help clients set obtaining goals and identify the links between thinking patterns and behavior. Family therapy sessions are also available. To treat dually diagnosed clients, the facility may utilize eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) sessions to minimize the client's response to traumatic events, and clients may also attend educational classes on various mental health topics.

Along with evidence-based approaches, clients also participate in art therapy sessions, nature hikes, guided meditation, and yoga sessions. Before the client is discharge, clinicians help the individual to create a personalized discharge plan, which may involve transitioning into an outpatient-based program, obtaining sober housing, and locating community-based resources.

STAFF CREDENTIALS

California Highlands Addiction Treatment employs a team of biomedical techs who hold licenses in vocational nursing, master’s level therapists, and psychiatrists. Many staff members have years in recovery themselves. According to information provided by the facility, the program maintains a staff-to-client ratio of 1:1.

ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES

California Highlands Addiction Treatment is a spa-like facility that houses up to 16 residents. Clients share comfortably furnished rooms decorated in warm and calming colors. The facility also features modern communal living and dining rooms with large windows that offer stunning views of the desert setting. Residents also enjoy chef-prepared meals, an activity rooms with a billiard table, a fitness room, and outdoor pool with lounging areas. Staff members assist clients in coordinating travel to California Highlands Addiction Treatment.

WHAT ALUMNI SAY

The two alumni polled by Rehabs.com at the time of this writing had polarized opinions of the facility. One former client praised most aspects of the facility. Out of five stars, alum A.J. offered perfect five-star rating for the treatment staff's level of experience and training and the facility's overall cleanliness and upkeep. They also have a four-star rating for the level of family involvement, but have more moderate three-star rating for the facility's counseling options. "Overall a great experience and would highly recommend to a family member or friend," A.J. wrote.

However, alum G.G. disagreed and offered a poor one-star rating for the facility's overall treatment effectiveness, citing poor discharge planning and reporting "drama at every corner." G.G. also felt they were mistreated by other clients without any staff intervention.

WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY

The two loved ones polled by Rehabs.com to date supported the positive opinions of the facility. Both survey respondents gave high four- and five-star ratings for the treatment staff's level of experience and training, as well as the facility's ability to treat co-occurring disorders. However, their opinion regarding the level of family involvement was split, offering a five-star and a three-star rating. "Told things that the family member would get to do and go that didn't happen," K.L.B. wrote. However, loved one V.C.B. wrote: "Personal attention and comprehensive program. They are very involved in each attendee's treatment."

WHAT STAFF SAY

The seven current or former employees polled by Rehabs.com to date were overall positive. Collectively, the seven staff members gave an average rating of 4.57 stars for the inclusion of holistic treatments, the amount of family participation, and the treatment staff's level of experience and training. "Staff is amazing, very professional and most importantly caring," one representative reviewer wrote. Another survey respondent added: "The treatments are individualized and the therapists are always looking to help their clients with whatever is needed."

FINANCING

According to the facility, California Highlands Addiction Treatment's costs are $1,500 per day or $45,000 per 30 days of treatment. California Highlands reports that out-of-network insurance benefits cover at least part of the treatment for a majority of clients. The facility’s website provides a tool for beginning the process of checking on coverage.

Published on January 2018