Healthy Life Recovery
San Diego Addiction Treatment
Addiction Treatment in San Diego
The core philosophy at our addiction treatment center is to care for the whole body, mind, and soul. A healthy life starts with a healthy body.
We believe that one of the best ways to reconnect with your body is to use it to it’s fullest potential.
Why choose us
Healthy Life Recovery is not just an addiction treatment center. It is a place where individuals come to recover from drug and alcohol addiction by healing their mind, body, and spirit through experiential therapies.
Our Team
We are a team of highly trained professionals who have a high degree of empathy for the people that we work with. The connection that our clients feel with the staff is what makes Health Life Recovery different and creates a lifelong impact on the person receiving addiction treatment.
The expert staff at our outpatient drug rehab provide addiction therapy using various psychological and holistic modalities. We offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Experiential Therapy and Family Therapy to help our clients find long-lasting recovery.
Our Mission
We are a place where people can come and feel like they are being cared for with individualized care. Our highly trained professionals have up-to-date licenses, certifications, and experience in addiction treatment. We provide specifically tailored care based on the needs of the person receiving care.
More Than Just Another Treatment Center
We provide the opportunity
for clients to enjoy experiential therapies as a means of relapse prevention and goal setting. Individuals have the opportunity to experience sober activities seven days a week with our outdoor recreational therapists. Clients experience a life of sobriety in a beach community while learning what their passions are and building healthy relationships.
We promote education
on the connection addiction has to the mind, body, and spirit. Our staff teaches clients about physical fitness, nutrition, and spirituality outside of the traditional addiction treatment setting. Healthy Life Recovery believes in providing people with opportunities to feel comfortable in their own skin while building self-confidence through movement and healthy eating.
We give insight
on emotional well-being in and out of the ocean through sports recreation and physical fitness training. These healthy habits will replace the old behaviors of substance abuse that have kept our clients in the cycle of addiction and relapse. We know that idle hands are dangerous for addicts. So we show them firsthand how to use their time to establish a positive relationship with the outside world.
We offer education
on nutrition and healthy eating habits to help people leave treatment with the knowledge of how to live a healthy lifestyle in sobriety. At our outpatient rehab, we know that nutrition is closely tied to mood and mental health. That’s why we set our clients up for success with a treatment program that works from the inside out.
Testimonials & Reviews
Posted on Debra OliversenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am a recent client just retuning home from Healthy Life Recovery in San Diego, California. My intention was to stay only 30 days, however, I stayed almost one year. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and kept me engaged. I stayed at two sober living homes throughout my stay and they were both very clean and nice. The treatment and therapy I received was also quite helpful. I am sober today because Healthy Life allowed me to grow. I have found a new passion for life and will Forever, be grateful.Posted on Jill StrengerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m very grateful to Healthy Life Recovery for the amazing help given to me on my sobriety journey. I’ve spent years fighting childhood trauma and with the help of my wonderful therapist, Rachel I’ve been able to move past it. I can’t thank enough the owners Ryan & Keith, the Clinical Director Dr. Bonnie or the outstanding staff. The HLR staff are a wonderful bunch of kind people who really care about others success at long term sobriety. They were fortunate enough to survive this disease and they want you or your loved one to survive too. If you are looking to get sober and Stay Sober Healthy Life will get you and Keep You There!Posted on Mark BuccolaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had been struggling with some major mental issues since August of 2024, which is when I admitted myself into a mental health facility for six nights and seven days in the San Fernando Valley. I wasn't able to get the proper after care treatment in Los Angeles due to Red Tape and lack of facilities. I reached out to Mädchen Amic who is the Founder/President of the Don't Mind Me Foundation in Palm Springs, Ca.I worked with her on Twin Peaks , Then Twin Peaks:The Return, and knew about her Foundation, and let her know my current situation. She was aware my past struggles. She contacted Keith Blanenship, who is the Executive Director at Healthy Life Recovery in San Diego,Ca.Within minutes, Keith contacted me. After a few minutes on then phone, He invited me down to check out their programs and facilities. The next day I drove down and was greeted by Keith. He gave me a guided tour of their operations. I was then introduced to Bonnie Mitchell, who is the Clinical Director at Healthy Life Recovery.Within seconds, I knew I had found the right home to get the help needed.What I didn't realize is that Mädchen had arranged a sponsorship thru The Don't Mind Me Scholarship Fund. I checked in two days later and had my Intake meeting with Bonnie. When that ended, I was then sent to my house I would be living at for a undecided amount of time. I want to thank Jody (House Captain) and my other six roommates who made me feel welcome and relaxed during my stay. My day consisted of four classes, medical checkups and weekly one on ones with Bonnie. Weekend events such as giving back to the community (Trash Clean Ups, Graffiti Removal), Hiking, Kickball, Volleyball, Softball, Canoeing are just some of the weekend events provided. After three weeks I felt I was ready to get back home, which was a tough decision because I enjoyed every second of my experience at Healthy Life Recovery. I am am now on their Out Patient program which includes daily assignments, Telehealth appointments and in person appointments with them once a month.I enjoy having the opportunity to still be involved with Healthy Life Recovery. I am now part of their Alumni Group, which means I can share my story with people with the same issues I have, and to inspire them the way I have been. I want to thank all of the staff and fellow clients at Healthy Life recovery. for helping me getting my life back on track.Posted on Chad YoungTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I definitely wanted to add a positive review from my time at Healthy Life. Recently finished my program and I am cannot say enough good things about their program or “community” of staff / clients / owners. Like many, I have been in many rehabs and sober living houses and almost always felt like a number or just money for the programs. I came out to California for rehab and everyone there served as a secure replacement for family at home. To my surprise, I found nearly everything from their groups, community outings, individual therapy, and options for exercise / MMA training the perfect combination for myself. Added, I have sat through endless rehab groups over the years and basically watched the clock for them to end. Healthy Life’s groups and therapy actually sunk into my stubborn head. The therapists / case managers / group facilitators are very knowledgeable and organized with goals to better you emotionally and physically. Anyways, I will always be grateful for my time in their program, something I cannot say for most of my rehab experiences.Posted on Seif AbutayehTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Healthy life saved my life and I am so grateful to them. The staff were super understanding and compassionate. I was able to process and accept a lot of my life through individual therapy as well as group therapy with my peers.Posted on Tristen SnowTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Healthy Life Recovery is place to recover, change your life, and make connections with people trying to do the same thing. There are sober housing options as well. Basically Healthy Life is a key into a fantastic recovery community, as well as the knowledge you walk away with. They really teach you "how to fish sober" at this place. Big shout out to all the staff as well everyone I met really fostered growth. THANK YOU HEALTHY LIFE.Posted on Kirill MiroshkhinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been deeply grateful for the benefits I received from their program. The group sessions bring together individuals from very diverse backgrounds, often creating powerful spaces for vulnerability, insight, and moments of real healing. That said, true recovery begins when you make a wholehearted commitment to yourself and take full accountability for your journey. After all, you’re the only one who is with yourself 24/7. During the group sessions, be honest and open. Listen not only to the facilitators, but also to your fellow peers—everyone has something valuable to offer, especially when the group is engaged and present. Healing is possible—and it begins with you. Good luck!Posted on Allison SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to HLR for a year and it is hands down the best program in SD. The staff go above and beyond for the clients and truly care about their well being. I would recommend HLR to anyone looking to get better.
Edited for Clinical Accuracy By
Sean Leonard is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. He received his master’s degree in adult geriatric primary care nurse practitioner from Walden University and a second postmaster specialty in psychiatry mental health nurse practitioner from Rocky Mountain University. Sean has experience working in various diverse settings, including an outpatient clinic, inpatient detox and rehab, psychiatric emergency, and dual diagnosis programs. His specialty areas include substance abuse, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD.
Medically Reviewed By:
Dr. Sanjai Thankachen graduated from Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medicine in 2000. He completed his residency in psychiatry in 2008 at Creedmoor Psychiatric Center in New York. Dr. Thankachen is currently working with Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists in an outpatient practice, as well as working at multiple in-patient psychiatric and medical units bringing his patients the most advanced healthcare treatment in psychiatry. Dr. Thankachen sees patients with an array of disorders, including depression, bipolar illness, schizophrenia, anxiety, and dementia-related problems.
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