Akua mind & body

Was recommended to us and was considering for a family member. Called admissions once and it was pretty negative experience - not empathetic or engaging when asking questions about program and daily schedules etc. Referrer told me to try again a week later and was same experience, so had no interest in pursuing care for family member there. Can t speak on the actual facility, but when going through admissions process seeking care it s an extremely stressful time and this was one of the least desirable experiences on phone.

I have never been to a detox facility before but have heard the stories and was worried. Akua Mind & Body Newport Beach place made the detox process easy and not as pianful as I had anticipated. The staff were very helpful and kind. So thankful I sought help here.

I had an amazing experience at Akua! I recently got my chip for over a year of continuous sobriety- and that all began here. The staff were compassionate and it is clear they truly care about their clients. Akua is NOT ghetto and NOT one of those "for profit" treatment centers. It is unfortunate to read some people feel that way. They obviously have not been to very many other treatment centers in the area. Orange County has become a hub of treatment and recovery. In the beginning many of these treatment centers were reputable and had the goal of truly helping people. Like most industries, as these treatment centers grew, many other businesses followed suit- only for the wrong reasons. Akua is NOT one of these sketchy treatment centers. Prior to attending Akua I had never been able to maintain more than 30 days sober upon finishing my stay at a rehab. Their program helped me connect with a solid sober community for once I left. I can honestly say Akua saved my life during a time when I felt there was no point in continuing to be alive.

I've put off writing this review for so long because I'm still trying to deal with the trauma of going to Akua. I went to Akua's mental health program over a year ago and it has caused significant harm. If you are a high-functioning person who is being responsible and just needs some extra mental health support - DO NOT go here.

The therapy was so lacking, I was constantly under-stimulated and the therapist I had was terrible and manipulative. Not to mention the house was incredibly dirty, the food expired years ago, they take you to AA meetings every single night even if you don't have alcohol issues (because they just group you together with the substance abuse houses) and they treat you like children.

The people that went here seemed to come from very low-income homes, were uneducated and many came from the 'streets.' No judgement on that, truly, I met some great people but the environment isn't really for mature, intelligent or high functioning people. It was like if the 'bad' kids from high school all ended up in one place. Lots of "what did you say to me b****", slamming doors, and fights. I don't mean to sound rude, but I don't really know how to describe the clientele without sounding rude.

Most of the techs are former drug addicts and most of them vape all day, right into your face. So inappropriate. And our 'outings' were to Circle K (to get cigarettes) and to the vape store.

So if you need a place because life knocked you down, please look at other options. I felt like I was in juvenile detention, even though I am an adult, and it had Motel 6 vibes. Other residential facilities blow this place out of the water - massages, housekeeping, horses, true yoga, resorts, wholesome people, etc. And insurance will pay for those ones just as much as they will with Akua. At Akua you'll be doing chores, washing your own bedding because it smells, washing their cars, breathalyzing twice a day and giving random urine samples as they watch. This is very demeaning to those who have no alcohol/drug issues and are at the mental health house.

It's too hard for me to even think back to that horrific time to even write a proper review - I had to check out against medical advice because they made some accusations that were completely inappropriate, false and offensive. Then I was mocked as I left. I felt like I had to be the adult and yet I was infantilized. But they have been reported to the board, as well as my insurance and the CA gov't. I have been told they've had problems with Akua before.

Don't let the nice website, nor name fool you. This was a joke of a place. I would truly never recommend it...BUT it seems to be a great place for those who need to be treated like a child. Honestly, some people may need that and it may work out great for them. But don't come here looking for any type of 'therapeutic' anything. Terrible. Terrible. Terrible. It's going to take years to undo the trauma from the couple of weeks I was there for.

I truly have Akua Mind & Body to thank for getting me through one of the hardest stages of my life and setting me up for continued success. Within minutes of arriving, the Akua staff made me feel comfortable, and throughout my 30 day program everyone went above and beyond my expectations.
To get my life back, I needed a full Mind & Body overhaul. This is why I chose Akua.
Now that I am back home, I am extremely thankful for their alumni program. After building such a bond with staff and fellow clients, it s wonderful to see them at weekly meetings and regular bbqs and outings. My family and friends are forever grateful to Akua for bringing back the wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend they know and love.

Thanks for the help and peace of mind you give the whole family.

I went to akua 3 almost 4 years ago . Although I have relapsed since and recovered again. I know I wouldn't of recovered a secods time if it qaawas for the help I seeked here. I'm so VERY grateful for this facility. I learned A LOT about myssmy and felt it was beyond genuinely personal concern coming from every single staff member. I love all of you thank you so much

Akua saved my life. Went to detox/men s residential and IOP all through akua. The staff and friends I made during my stay will be with me forever. Therapists and staff go above and beyond to actually help and understand you. And now I m almost 6 months clean as of today.

My time in treatment at Akua was totally rewarding. They have a highly effective program with the best staff and councelors in California. The groups are excellent and beneficial with a great atmosphere. They were always there for me during a very difficult time in my life. I feel so blessed for the help they provided to me. The after care is wonderful with alumni meetings and special events. They have been so supportive in my recovery and there are many of them I can call any time for advice and help when needed. You can't go wrong making a phone call to them. Good Luck

One year ago today I sent you my son. He was completely broken and hopeless. After 60 days you sent me back someone I knew he could be. Someone I prayed for so many years. Today we are celebrating 1 year of his recovery. Thank you to God and Akua.