Trauma, PTSD and Depression Treatment Centers

Alter Behavioral Health provides compassionate, evidence-based treatment for adults living with trauma, PTSD, depression, and co-occurring conditions. Through residential, crisis stabilization, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs, clients receive personalized support from skilled clinicians. Southern California facilities offer a full continuum of care designed to promote safety, stability, healing, and meaningful progress beyond treatment.

Clinician speaking with an adult client in a calm behavioral health treatment setting

Our Trauma and PTSD Treatment Services

A full continuum of personalized mental health, trauma, depression, crisis, and co-occurring addiction treatment programs.

Residential Treatment

Residential mental health treatment provides structured care for adults experiencing depression, trauma, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders, with evidence-based therapies, family participation, and individualized treatment planning.

Crisis Stabilization

Crisis Stabilization and Intervention offers acute care, clinical assessment, psychiatric stabilization, risk assessment, safety planning, and family sessions for adults experiencing a mental health crisis.

Partial Hospitalization

Partial Hospitalization provides intensive outpatient support for adults with depression, trauma, PTSD, substance use, and other mental health conditions through CBT, DBT, EMDR, and family therapy.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient treatment offers structured mental health and substance use care at a lower level than residential or partial hospitalization, with therapies tailored to individual needs.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Dual-diagnosis care addresses addiction alongside depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and other mental health conditions through coordinated treatment across multiple levels of care.

Trauma-Focused Therapy

Trauma-informed treatment may incorporate EMDR, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, family sessions, and other evidence-based approaches selected around each client’s clinical needs.

Whole-Person Treatment

Personalized Care for Lasting Healing

Alter Behavioral Health combines evidence-based clinical therapies, compassionate support, and personalized care planning for adults facing trauma, PTSD, depression, and co-occurring disorders. Programs span residential treatment, crisis stabilization, PHP, and IOP, allowing care to adjust as needs change. Across Southern California locations, clients can access structured support that addresses body, mind, spirit, recovery skills, and continuing care.

Adult client receiving supportive counseling from a behavioral health clinician
Support That Continues

Stories of Transformation

Discover how personalized behavioral health care can support stability, healing, and meaningful progress beyond discharge.

"It is such a blessing to be in the hands of the best care our country has to offer!! I am grateful that they offer so many therapies to help you heal from PTSD, or any other disorders or addictions. There is no other facility that has the Spirit of..."

Amber T.

"My experience was an amazing one. The staff were absolutely amazing. I couldn't give enough stars."

Maria D.

"I had a beautiful experience here and the staff was amazing. Everyone was so caring and sweet. They’ve turned my life around for the better."

Ellie A.

"Alter helped me get through one of the toughest times of my life. I want to say thank you to the treatment team for going above and beyond every day!"

Burgess W.

"It is such a blessing to be in the hands of the best care our country has to offer!! I am grateful that they offer so many therapies to help you heal from PTSD, or any other disorders or addictions. There is no other facility that has the Spirit of..."

Amber T.

"My experience was an amazing one. The staff were absolutely amazing. I couldn't give enough stars."

Maria D.

"I had a beautiful experience here and the staff was amazing. Everyone was so caring and sweet. They’ve turned my life around for the better."

Ellie A.

"Alter helped me get through one of the toughest times of my life. I want to say thank you to the treatment team for going above and beyond every day!"

Burgess W.

"It is such a blessing to be in the hands of the best care our country has to offer!! I am grateful that they offer so many therapies to help you heal from PTSD, or any other disorders or addictions. There is no other facility that has the Spirit of..."

Amber T.

"My experience was an amazing one. The staff were absolutely amazing. I couldn't give enough stars."

Maria D.

"I had a beautiful experience here and the staff was amazing. Everyone was so caring and sweet. They’ve turned my life around for the better."

Ellie A.

"Alter helped me get through one of the toughest times of my life. I want to say thank you to the treatment team for going above and beyond every day!"

Burgess W.
The Alter Difference

Why Choose Alter Behavioral Health?

Compassionate, evidence-based care is built around each person’s needs and recovery goals.

Full Continuum

Access residential, crisis, PHP, IOP, outpatient, transitional, and therapeutic support services.

Personalized Care

Individualized treatment plans address trauma, depression, addiction, and co-occurring mental health needs.

Clinical Expertise

Psychiatrists and doctorate- or master’s-level clinicians oversee evidence-based treatment and support.

24/7 Support

Admissions and clinical support are available around the clock across Southern California programs.

Meet the Alter Behavioral Health Team

A compassionate leadership and clinical team supports whole-person behavioral health care.

Portrait of Michael Castanon, Founder and CEO of Alter Behavioral Health

Michael Castanon

Founder and CEO

Michael Castanon is the Founder and CEO of Alter Behavioral Health, a Southern California-based organization dedicated to advancing the future of mental health care. With a vision rooted in combining scientific rigor, genuine compassion, and lasting transformation, Michael has built Alter Behavioral Health into a comprehensive provider offering a full continuum of care, including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient services. He is committed to ensuring that every client receives individualized, evidence-based treatment delivered by skilled psychiatrists and clinicians. Under his leadership, the organization has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and recognition as a Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility. Michael's mission is to empower individuals and families across Southern California and nationwide to heal, thrive, and achieve sustained recovery through innovative, whole-person care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the treatment options for PTSD and depression?

Treatment options may include residential mental health treatment, crisis stabilization, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient care. Alter Behavioral Health uses evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness, family therapy, risk assessment, and safety planning. The appropriate level of care depends on clinical needs, safety considerations, symptoms, co-occurring conditions, and the recommendations of the treatment team.

How to help someone with PTSD and depression?

What levels of care are available for trauma and depression?

Does treatment address PTSD and depression together?

What happens during a treatment consultation?

Is family involvement included in PTSD and depression treatment?

Does Alter Behavioral Health treat co-occurring addiction and mental health conditions?

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Have More Treatment Questions?

Speak with the Alter Behavioral Health team about available care options.

Southern California Treatment Locations

Alter Behavioral Health provides behavioral health programs across Southern California and supports clients nationwide.

Need Help Finding the Right Location?

Contact the admissions team to discuss available programs and locations.

Accredited & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval accreditation

Gold Seal of Approval accreditation from The Joint Commission

Accreditation listed by Alter Behavioral Health.

Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility recognition

Care Predictor Certified Treatment Facility

Recognition listed in company information.

The Joint Commission National Quality Approval recognition

The Joint Commission National Quality Approval

Recognition listed by Alter Behavioral Health.

DHCS recognition and certification

DHCS recognition and certification

Recognition and certification listed in company information.

Best Residential Mental Health Treatment Center in California nomination

Nominated for Best Residential Mental Health Treatment Center in California, 2024

Nomination listed by Alter Behavioral Health.

Begin a Conversation About Treatment

Contact Alter Behavioral Health to discuss symptoms, levels of care, locations, admissions, and insurance verification.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (866) 248-9285.