Mental Health Treatment In Laguna Woods, CA
Receive the mental health care you need and deserve in Laguna Woods, CA, with evidence-based, personalized treatment that meets you where you are.
If You Need Help Right Now
If you or someone you know requires immediate emergency services, call 9-1-1 or the 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For Orange County mental health crisis support, call 1-855-625-4657.
What Can NuView’s Mental Health Treatment Look Like in Laguna Woods?
Laguna Woods is a compact city in south Orange County, where much of daily life stays within a few minutes of home. In a community that close-knit, it can feel hard to admit when you're struggling, but reaching out takes real strength.
The drive from Laguna Woods to NuView Treatment Center runs about an hour and a half, and a first conversation with the intake team can clarify which level of care fits. NuView's programs include:
- Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs)
- Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs)
- Evening Intensive Outpatient Programs (Evening IOPs)
- Telehealth
Therapy is central, with coping work, holistic approaches and medication management available as part of the plan.
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Why Outpatient Continuum of Mental Health Care Can Be Right for You?
Mental health treatment does not always mean checking into a facility. Today's structured outpatient care offers clinical oversight while letting you stay connected to daily life. You can maintain your studies, jobs, and go home to loved ones each day. This structure lets you practice new coping skills in real-life settings, building a stronger foundation.
Clinical reviews have found that, for cases where it is clinically appropriate, structured day treatment can produce outcomes comparable to inpatient care.
The right care is not always the most extreme option - it is what fits your needs and evolves with you.
NuView is an outpatient provider. We do not offer residential treatment or inpatient care. If your diagnosis and needs show you need a higher level of care before you can step down to outpatient options, we will connect you with resources who can offer the best recovery pathway for you.
A Quick Mental Health Check-In: How Are You Feeling Today?
Taking a moment to check in with yourself can make a world of difference.
Please take a moment to reflect on how you are feeling now. This quick mental health check-in allows you to reflect on your feelings lately. By honestly answering these questions, you will gain insight into your emotional state and can better understand the support you might need moving forward.
Finding Mental Health Resources in Laguna Woods
OC Links – Orange County Behavioral Health Line
Orange County Sheriff's Department - Aliso Viejo Station
Behavioral Health Support Systems
Laguna Woods residents have three options for ongoing support after treatment: NAMI’s mental health peer groups, Alcoholics Anonymous with meetings in and around the area, and SMART Recovery’s skills-focused sessions.
Insurance and Payment at the NuView Treatment Center
NuView holds direct contracts with major private insurance companies. If you have a different insurance policy from another company, then we offer out-of-network benefits, which can also contribute significantly to your treatment:
In-network insurance providers are those NuView has direct contracts with, which typically means lower out-of-pocket costs and a simpler billing procedures for your treatment:
Out-of-network insurance providers are those NuView does not have direct contracts with, but still can provide meaningful benefits toward your treatment:
We Accept Most Private Insurance Policies
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Meet Your Care Team
Justin Cohen, CADC II
Meet Justin Cohen, a true powerhouse in the realm of recovery and the beating heart of NuView Treatment Center’s compassionate team. With an unyielding dedication to guiding individuals on their path to healing, Justin draws strength from his transformative journey through...
Linda Whiteside
Meet Linda Whiteside, MA, LPCC, a seasoned Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over a decade of unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch mental health services to those seeking recovery from substance abuse and other mental health disorders. Linda holds License...
Carolina Najera
Carolina is an experienced Operations Manager in behavioral health, specializing in intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP) treatment programs. She oversees day-to-day operations with a strong focus on compliance, efficiency, and client-centered care,...
Alena Voss
Alena Voss, LMFT, is a highly skilled Primary Therapist driven by an unwavering passion for assisting clients struggling with mental health and substance abuse challenges. Alena earned her Master's in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, from...
Daniel Lathrop
Daniel Lathrop was born in Ridgecrest California, where he spent his formative years. He showed an early interest in social justice and equality, which guided his academic and professional pursuits. Lathrop attended the University of California, Davis, where he majored in Gender...
Dr. Ryan Peterson
Dr. Ryan Peterson is a highly experienced physician with a profound understanding of substance abuse and recovery. After graduating from The George Washington University School of Medicine, he completed his anesthesiology residency at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York...
Joseph Mwangi, PMHNP-BC
Joseph Kihara Mwangi, PMHNP-BC, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), License #95026653. He carries an overall 21 years of experience in healthcare, extending from acute inpatient care,...
Julia Gache
Jules earned dual master’s degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling from Antioch University. With over seven years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment, she is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward...
Ross Williams
Ross Williams holds a Master of Marriage & Family Therapy from the Phillips Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program at Campbellsville University. He is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (BBS AMFT #163982) who works with clients navigating anxiety, trauma,...
Antonio Hill
Antonio is deeply rooted in the community and passionate about helping individuals achieve sobriety and wellness. With seven years of personal sobriety, Antonio understands firsthand the challenges and triumphs of the recovery journey. Throughout Antonio’s career, they have...
Dakota Kreger
Meet Dakota Kreger, a certified RADT Technician, driven by a fervent passion for extending hope and healing to those battling substance use. With over three years of experience in the recovery field, Dakota possesses a profound understanding of the journey clients endure, having...
Thomas Green
Thomas Green is a compassionate and dedicated Case Manager specializing in substance use and mental health rehabilitation. With extensive experience conducting intakes, coordinating care, and connecting clients to essential resources, Thomas is committed to supporting...
Cesar Resendiz
César I. Reséndiz is a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in behavioral health and substance use treatment. Raised in East Los Angeles after immigrating from Ixtapa Zihuatanejo, Mexico, César brings a community-centered and culturally responsive...
How Can You Get Started With NuView?
Taking the first step to your healing from mental health is a life-changing step; this is why our team is going to be there with you every step of the way to ensure you feel safe and comfortable.
Here is how you can begin your healing journey with us:
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Reach Out
Reach out to us at (323) 307-7997. We are here for you 24/7.
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Clinical Assessment
We conduct a clinical assessment to understand the diagnosis and your needs/goals and refer you to the right level of mental health care.
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Begin Healing
Meet with your clinical team and peers as you begin your journey toward recovery.
NuView Treatment Center is Fully Accredited and Trusted By
Choose Care You Can Trust
NuView is Joint Commission accredited, licensed by the California Department of Health Care Services (License 190093AP), and LegitScript approved. So, when you reach out to us, you know you are in safe, qualified hands.
Our licensed clinical team, including Joseph Mwangi, PMHNP-BC, and Linda Whiteside, MA, LPCC, works alongside the medical oversight of Dr. Ryan Peterson to deliver care you can rely on.
