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AMFM Mental Health Treatment

Mental Health
Residential
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AMFM believes in going beyond traditional mental health care, offering a more personal, deeply compassionate healing experience. Their care delivers results: 87% of AMFM clients say they'd recommend the program, according to the company's 2025 outcomes data. That standard shapes the men's residential program in Carlsbad, where a maximum of 6 clients receive care for depression, anxiety, trauma, and other primary or co-occurring conditions.

Develop Skills for Long-Term Stability

Weekly Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) groups help men connect past experiences to present-day symptoms, working alongside cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and narrative therapy. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is available for men whose depression hasn't responded to therapy or medication alone. Case managers coordinate psychiatric support and medication management throughout each resident's stay, adjusting plans as needs change.

Unwind in an Oceanview Home

Up to 6 men share the home's ocean views, in-home movie theater, and meditation area for downtime between sessions. Residents also have access to an in-house gym, three weekly fitness or somatic sessions, and daily walks through nearby parks and beaches. Weekend outings to the beach, local museums, and downtown Carlsbad round out a full recreational schedule each week.

Receive Tailored Long-Term Support

Discharge planning starts early in a client's stay, and clinicians can help arrange a step down to outpatient care so the transition home happens gradually rather than all at once. Aftercare plans may also include ongoing group therapy, family follow-up counseling, and professional re-entry support, plus alumni events and online check-ins for those who want to stay connected after care ends.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
1155 Hoover St, Carlsbad, CA 92008 View Map
Part of
Primary Focus
This center treats mental health conditions and co-occurring substance u...
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
30-60 days
Founded in 2011
15 years in business
Occupancy
6-15 beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Burnout +14 More
Substance Use We Treat
Co-Occurring Disorders
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Accepts BlueCross BlueShield
Accepts United Healthcare
Not Accepted
Does not accept Medicaid
Not Accepted
Does not accept Medicare
Accepts Aetna
Accepts Cigna
Accepts Anthem
Accepts Tricare
Accepts Highmark
Accepts Optum
Accepts Carelon Behavioral Health
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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Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

If you are not using insurance, the pricing listed below is an estimate of the cash pay rate.
30-60 days
$54,000
(844) 418-1191
Heal Deeply in a Men-Only Space
Heal Deeply in a Men-Only Space
At AMFM's men-only facility, men and male-identifying clients find a warm, welcoming space where they can feel comfortable and safe. This setting allows for focused, distraction-free treatment, tailored to the unique challenges men face, promoting honest connection, deeper self-understanding, and lasting skills to support mental health long after leaving care.
Address Root Causes in Weekly ACEs Groups
Address Root Causes in Weekly ACEs Groups
Weekly adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) groups help residents connect past experiences to present-day symptoms, working alongside cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative therapy. This structured approach gives residents language for patterns that talk therapy alone can miss, building insight that carries into daily life well after treatment ends for good.
Access Relief with TMS Therapy
Access Relief with TMS Therapy
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is one of AMFM's most distinctive offerings, available for clients at this Carlsbad location. TMS gives men a non-invasive option when depression or other mood symptoms haven't fully responded to therapy and medication alone. Sessions are integrated alongside individual therapy and psychiatric support for a complete treatment plan.
Rebuild Connection through Family Visits
Rebuild Connection through Family Visits
Weekly family therapy sessions give loved ones a real chance to reconnect and rebuild trust throughout a client's stay, backed by ongoing family support groups and resources for family members. Families who can't travel to Carlsbad can join virtually, so distance never has to interrupt the relationships that sustain long-term recovery.

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Joint Commission Accredited

Joint Commission Accredited

Licensed by California DHCS

Licensed by California DHCS

NAATP Member

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Ted Guastello

Ted Guastello

CEO

Angeleena Francis

Angeleena Francis

Vice President of Operations

LMHC

Dr. William Dodge

Dr. William Dodge

Chief Medical Officer

MD

Dr. Geoffrey Phillips

Dr. Geoffrey Phillips

Psychiatrist

ABPN

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Schizophrenia
Anxiety
Bipolar
Depression
Trauma

Who We Treat

Men
Executives
Young Adults
LGBTQ+
Midlife Adults
Professionals
Veterans
Men Only

Treatment Services

Licensed Primary Mental Health
Residential

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Gender-Specific
Medical
Trauma Informed

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Family Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Equine Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Expressive Arts

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Burnout
Codependency
Depression
Grief and Loss
Neurodiversity
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Substances We Treat

Co-Occurring Disorders

Aftercare

Family Follow-up Counseling
Online Aftercare
Aftercare Home Support
Follow-up Sessions (online)
Aftercare App
Ability to Call a Counselor
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Outpatient Treatment
Private, Online Alumni Groups
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
Bathroom Essentials
Desk
Shared Bathroom
Shared Rooms
Welcome Package

Amenities

Access to Nature
Basketball Court
Wellness Center
Fitness Center
Chef-prepared Meals
Outdoor Lounge
Walking Trails

Special Considerations

Dietary Accommodations
Kosher
Gender-specific groups
Other dietary needs (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.)

Activities

Yoga
Games
Hiking
Movies
Physical Fitness
Reading

Off-Site Activities

Beach Walks
Adventure Outings
Cooking Classes
Hiking

Off-Site Amenities

Airport Transfers
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs $54,000.
The following therapies are included: mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, stress management and more.
Carlsbad, California, United States.
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.
The typical length is 30-60 days.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment provides licensed primary mental health, residential and more.