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Lake Forest, California, United States
AMFM Mental Health Treatment
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AMFM is in-network with many providers and works with most PPO insurance plans, which can cover 100% of treatment costs after deductibles are met. Our insurance experts offer a free, confidential benefit verification to provide you with a clear understanding of the potential costs at our facility and how to make the most of your insurance benefits.
About AMFM Mental Health Treatment
AMFM Mental Health Treatment is an integrative residential mental health treatment provider specializing in primary mental healthcare for adults. Their Lake Forest location for women offers a supportive and warm environment with personalized, 24/7 care. AMFM embraces a comprehensive approach to wellness, recognizing that recovery extends beyond conventional therapy and medication. Every element of their program is meticulously crafted, from the evidence-based treatments and nurturing therapeutic relationships to the chef-prepared, nutritious meals, all designed with warmth, strategic intent, and keen attention to detail.
Specialized Mental Health Treatment
AMFM California uses comprehensive assessments to learn more about client’s symptoms, history, challenges, and strengths. With this understanding, they craft treatment plans that match their strengths and challenges. They treat primary and co-occurring:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Suicidal Ideation
- Bipolar Disorder
- Paranoia
- Social Isolation
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
- Panic Attacks
- Life Adjustment Transitions
- Self Harm
- Mania
AMFM provides 60 hours of weekly clinical programming that includes medication management, multiple individual sessions weekly, weekly family therapy, and case management.
Individualized, Evidence-Based Care
AMFM’s evidence-based, compassionate approach addresses the root causes of the mental health concerns, complemented by medication when necessary. Licensed practitioners use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and more. Uniquely, they offer transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Clients receive a weekly individual session with a psychiatric provider and twice weekly individual therapy sessions with a counselor. AMFM incorporates mindfulness practices throughout their program to enhance the evidence-based treatments effectiveness. Clients engage in life skills training and psychoeducation.
A Comfortable Residential Home in California
Nestled in tranquil Lake Forest, AMFM’s residential center offers a serene, home-like environment. The facility boasts private and semi-private rooms, cozy living areas, specialized therapeutic spaces, and a picturesque backyard complete with a relaxing porch. Embracing a holistic approach to recovery, the center provides a diverse array of therapeutic modalities, including somatic experiencing, psychodrama, art therapy, yoga, and expressive arts therapy. Following residential care, AMFM extends comprehensive aftercare services, including group therapy, family follow-up counseling, professional re-entry support, and engaging alumni events, ensuring a supportive continuum of care.
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Insurance Accepted
Provider's Policy:AMFM is in-network with many providers and works with most PPO insurance plans, which can cover 100% of treatment costs after deductibles are met. Our insurance experts offer a free, confidential benefit verification to provide you with a clear understanding of the potential costs at our facility and how to make the most of your insurance benefits.
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Center Overview
Executives
Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.
Young Adults
Emerging adults ages 18-25 receive treatment catered to the unique challenges of early adulthood, like college, risky behaviors, and vocational struggles.
LGBTQ+
Addiction and mental illnesses in the LGBTQ+ community must be treated with an affirming, safe, and relevant approach, which many centers provide.
Midlife Adults
For adults ages 40+, treatment shifts to focus on the unique challenges, blocks, and risk factors of their age group, and unites peers in a similar community.
Pregnant Women
Addiction and mental health treatment meets the clinical and psychological needs of pregnant women, ensuring they receive optimal care in all areas.
Professionals
Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.
Veterans
Patients who completed active military duty receive specialized treatment focused on trauma, grief, loss, and finding a new work-life balance.
Women only
Women attend treatment in a gender-specific facility, with treatment delivered in a safe, nourishing, and supportive environment for greater comfort.
Treatment Focus
This center specializes in primary mental health treatment and offers programs for co-occurring substance use. You receive collaborative, individualized treatment for whole-person healing.
Care Options
Treatment
Specializations
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that causes hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
Trauma
Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."
Approaches
Evidence-Based
A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.
Medical
Medical addiction treatment uses approved medications to manage withdrawals and cravings, and to treat contributing mental health conditions.
Gender-Specific
Separate treatment for men or women can create strong peer connections and remove barriers related to trauma, shame, and gender-specific nuances.
Therapies
1-on-1 Counseling
Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.
Meditation & Mindfulness
A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.
Trauma-Specific Therapy
This form of talk therapy addresses any childhood trauma at the root of a patient's current diagnosis.
Online Therapy
Patients can connect with a therapist via videochat, messaging, email, or phone. Remote therapy makes treatment more accessible.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Localized magnetic pulses stimulate areas of the brain to increase brain activity and reduce abnormal functions.
Mindfulness Therapy
This ancient practice can be mental, emotional, and even spiritual. In meditation, you focus your attention on the present moment without judgement.
Attachment-Based Family Therapy
ABFT is a trauma-focused therapy that teaches you to form healthy relationships by rebuilding trust and healing attachment issues formed in childhood.
Art Therapy
Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.
Equine Therapy
Guided interactions with trained horses, their handler, and a therapist can help patients improve their self-esteem, trust, empathy, and social skills.
Conditions We Treat
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that causes hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.
Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but severe grief can interfere with your ability to function. You can get treatment for this condition.
Personality Disorders
Personality disorders destabilize the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. If untreated, they can undermine relationships and lead to severe distress.
ADHD, ADD
ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.
Bipolar
This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.
Burnout
Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.
Codependency
Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.
Depression
Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.
Substances We Treat
Co-Occurring Disorders
A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.
Aftercare
Experience
Personal Amenities
Amenities
Special Considerations
Gender-specific groups
Patients in gender-specific groups gain the opportunity to discuss challenges unique to their gender in a comfortable, safe setting conducive to healing.
Activities
Yoga
Yoga is both a physical and spiritual practice. It includes a flow of movement, breathing techniques, and meditation.
Off-Site Activities
Off-Site Amenities
Professional Staff
Angeleena Francis
Vice President of Operations
LMHC
Dr. William Dodge
Chief Medical Officer
MD
Dr. Geoffrey Phillips
Psychiatrist
ABPN
Dr. Meghan Marcum
Chief Psychologist
PsyD, ABPP
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