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Residential Mental Health Treatment Near Solana Beach

Solana Beach shines with ocean views, local art, and calm walks. Families gather at Fletcher Cove. Music fills the Belly Up. Cedros Avenue brings color and sound. The train pulls in, close to the sea. From the outside, life feels easy here. But inside, do your thoughts feel heavy

 You do not have to carry this alone. We help people nearby through our centers in San Diego and San Juan Capistrano. Our homes are calm. Our staff is kind. You can find space to rest, learn, and heal. Would a slower, softer day feel good to you?

Oceans Calm, Mind Still Hurts

Do you watch the waves crash yet feel no peace? Do the sounds of kids playing remind you of what you miss? Even the calmest coast cannot always calm the mind. Hard feelings can show up anywhere.

Our
residential mental health treatment near Solana Beach gives support when the ocean alone is not enough. Would a quiet room help you breathe? Would steady care make mornings easier?

Why It’s For You

Healing grows in cozy rooms. It grows when people listen with care. Our facilities feel like homes, not hospitals. Here you will find:

You’ve Delayed Long Enough. Let’s Move.

Your zip code doesn’t define your recovery. But residential mental health treatment in Brea does give you a place to start. One call is all it takes. Whether you’re managing panic, depression, trauma—or all three—help is real, close, and available now.

You Are More Than Labels

You are not only “anxiety.” You are not only “depression.” You are a full person with hopes and dreams. We look past labels. We see you. And we listen. Then we create a plan that fits your life. Would a slow morning help you? Would quiet evenings bring steady sleep?

Our team includes:

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Dr. Araz Tawfique, M.D.

Medical Director / Psychiatrist

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Suzan Alhakeem

Primary Therapist

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Stacy Darwish, PMHNP

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

We set small goals. We check in each day. Do you want art, talk, or both?

Tried Before? Try Soft Support

Did therapy in the past feel too quick? Did medicine feel hard to manage? Did you quit because it felt wrong? You can try healing again in new ways. Which tools sound right to you?

We match the pace to you. We repeat the steps until they fit.

Small Routines Make Big Peace

When worry grows, small tasks slip away. Do you miss meals? Do chores stack up? Do bills sit unpaid? We help rebuild gentle routines. What would a kinder day look like to you?

Aerial view of Solana Beach, California, showing turquoise ocean waves, coastal cliffs, and beachfront homes along the Pacific Coast Highway.

Beach Walks, Parks, and Calm

Sunlight and movement help the mind heal. Short outings and nature help healing grow. We keep rooms neat and quiet. We set gentle daily rhythms. We guide small groups. We plan to calm fear before it grows.

Brea Has Questions. Alter Has Answers.

Yes. A sweater, a photo, or a favorite book. What helps you feel safe?

Fresh, warm, and healthy. Have allergies? We plan for them.

Yes. Our licensed staff listen with care. Want to meet them first?

Yes. We set visits that support healing. Video calls are also an option.

Yes. We work with many plans. We can check your benefits quickly.

Most people do. Do you sleep better alone?

Many stays last 30–90 days. We plan the length with you. Would you like to step down slowly?

Yes. We set up safe rides. Would that ease your worry?

Bring ID, meds in bottles, comfy clothes, and a notebook. Do you like to draw or write?

We write a clear plan for care near Solana Beach. We help set up local therapy and support. Do you want in-person or telehealth?