Ocean Ranch Recovery

Ocean Ranch Recovery is a residential substance abuse treatment facility for men located on an actual ranch in Elfin Forest, California. It’s near Escondido and local attractions like Grape Day Park. At the core of their services accredited by The Joint Commission is helping you find your appreciation for life and using that as a motivator for recovery. The rural setting includes incredible views of hills, the ocean, and other natural features that support healing.

This location is ideal for anyone looking for an intimate recovery experience. They treat a small number of residents at any one time, ensuring deeply personalized treatment experiences.

It’s also worth noting that this location has a scholarship program.

Hands on Recovery

A big part of the recovery experience at this facility is experiential therapy, which uses hands-on experiences to develop recovery skills and express themselves. Art therapy is the prime example of this approach, but many creative endeavors can be used to alleviate symptoms and build self esteem and resilience. This location, for example, also utilizes music and gardening to promote mindfulness and relieve stress.

The most notable form of experiential therapy offered here, however, is equine therapy. Clients get to tend to horses on the ranch as part of their treatment plan. Equine therapy has been shown to improve one’s self awareness, leading to clearer thinking and better decision making.

Extensive Aftercare Planning

You’ll work closely with staff to craft your treatment plan, including your exit. Aftercare planning will focus on your next steps following completion of the program, whether that means continuing to outpatient therapy or finding a local support group. This planning starts well before the program’s end, giving you more time to plan your next move.

A Serene Recovery

The ranch in Elfin Forest will keep you far away from the distractions of the outside world and let you focus on your recovery efforts. The surrounding scenery makes for a peaceful setting where you can think clearly and focus inward without the worries of your everyday life hindering your progress toward sobriety.