Healthy Life Recovery
Pro-skater, Brandon Turner, discusses his journey to sobriety and how he has been able to utilize his skills with skateboarding to help others find recovery at Healthy Life Recovery.
Brandon Novak and Brandon Turner, pro-skaters, talk about how they have been able to help others find recovery by sharing their experiences with addiction.
Tips on how to deal with come downs and crashes from drugs. Cocaine and LSD comedowns can be challenging, but with treatment, recovery can be found.
Michelle English, LCSW, the cofounder and clinical director of Healthy Life Recovery, shares how loneliness is an epidemic and social media is partly to blame. Michelle recommends taking a break from social media from time to time.
Michelle English, the co-founder and clinical director of Healthy Life Recovery talks about how women and men are affected differently by substance abuse in this recovery podcast.
Clients from Healthy Life Recovery share how Brandon Turner’s, pro-skater, skateboarding program there has helped them rediscover their passions in recovery. Brandon discusses his life experiences with addiction and how now he believes he is meant to help others.
Ryan Witt, the Director of Operations at Healthy Life Recovery, discusses how important relationships are in business and to grow your network as well as with personal growth.
Michelle English, LCSW, the cofounder and clinical director of Healthy Life Recovery, presents the idea that people with bipolar disorder may try to use drugs and alcohol to replace the euphoria they feel when they are manic.
Brandon Turner, pro-skater, shares his struggles with addiction and how he found helping others in their recovery. Ryan Witt, the director of operations at Healthy Life Recovery, discusses how having Brandon on the team has helped their clients.
Michelle English, LCSW, the co-founder and clinical director of Healthy Life Recovery shares how realizing the amount of work your spouse and family members put in makes you appreciate what they do and compare how much work you put in.
Brandon Turner, pro-skater, presents his foundation of the skateboarding recovery program at Healthy Life Recovery in June 2020 in hopes of providing a community for those struggling with addiction.
Dr. John Allen, a licensed psychologist and medical director of Healthy Life Recovery shares his findings that developing psychosocial skills can help with social anxiety and the challenges of everyday life.
Brandon Turner, a professional skateboarder, discusses his involvement in Healthy Life Recovery as an active recovery coach. He is able to use his skills as a skateboarder to help those find a new passion in their life of recovery.
Brandon Turner, pro-skater, discusses how he developed the skate program at Healthy Life Recovery to give people hope. Brandon expresses how grateful he is that society’s perceptions around mental health are evolving and growing.
Healthy Life Recovery shows effective ways to overcome substance abuse. Brandon Turner, Mike Gibson, and Lil Dallas are involved in the center. Healthy Life’s client-focused program focuses on mental health and substance abuse.
Healthy Life Recovery is leading the path to addiction recovery with a long-term program to battle substance abuse and mental illness. We work with health insurance to give patients treatment for at least 12 month
Lil Dallas discusses his incarceration, life changes, and rap career. As soon as he was release from prison, he started working with Healthy Life Recovery to share his experiences and bring hope to those new in recovery.
Natalie Tysdal discusses with Healthy Life’s Mike Gibson how to recover from addiction. Mike Gibson was a professional football player for the NFL and found recovery after his football career.
Healthy Life Recovery was featured as the treatment center that helped Tim recover. In this episode, Christine and her three adult children use dangerous amounts of fentanyl together in their studio apartment in Garden Grove, CA. After 90 Days at HLR, Tim moved on to sober living.
Healthy Life’s Michelle English discusses the importance of taking responsibility when making a sincere apology.
Healthy Life’s Michelle English discusses seeking professional help to stop drinking in this exploration of alcohol’s effects on the brain.
Healthy Life Recovery’s Michelle English discusses the best mental health apps available in 2023 and how they can be beneficial in recovery.
Healthy Life Recovery’s Michelle English talks about Shadow Work, the mental health trend hitting TikTok.
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.
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.
Dr. John Allen, MD is a psychiatrist in El Cajon, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Allen has extensive experience in Addiction & Substance Abuse and Psychotic Disorders. He graduated from Baylor University in 1976.