Recovery Begins at Casa Palmera
At Casa Palmera – part of the Discovery Addiction Centers family – people can heal from a mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) by embracing the unexpected every day. Our multidisciplinary, whole-life approach can bring lasting recovery for your mind, body and spirit.
And with our unique, measurement-based system, we have the clearest possible view of your needs while you’re in our care and beyond.
5,500+ Patients Helped
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20+ Years of Experience
Excellence in Clinical & Holistic Treatment
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Round-the-Clock Care
Conditions We Treat: Substance Use, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
We are one of the few facilities in California to be licensed to treat both primary mental health and substance use diagnoses. If you’re battling with mental health, addiction or a co-occurring disorder, we have the experts to help you on your healing journey. Here’s a look at the conditions we treat using our measurement-based approach and personalized treatment planning methods.
Measurement-Based Care for Emotional, Mental & Physical Wellbeing
Measuring where you’re at before, during and after treatment is critical to helping you find lasting recovery. We use these measurements to help provide you with care that is fully personalized to you. Here’s a look at what to expect:
Thorough assessment at intake
Look at 27 wellness indicators—including depression, anxiety, substance use screening, etc.—in treatment
Post-treatment analysis continues with our Discovery for Life™ program
Recovery Results
When care is measured, people get better. Our measurement-based approach to treating substance use disorder is truly transformative, as seen in our former patients*:
99%
can identify triggers and know when to ask for help.
99%
believe they can handle what happens in life
97%
understand how to control symptoms
95%
leave treatment with a plan to feel well
Levels of Care at Casa Palmera
Find complete care no matter where you are in your journey to healing a mental health or substance use disorder.
Residential
Get measurement-based treatment in a luxury home away from home.
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Find a full day of treatment, then relax in the comfort of your home.
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Get partial day treatment during the day or in the evenings.
Detox
Experience stability with the right medication and expertise.
Treatment Programs at Casa Palmera
Every person is one-of-a-kind and needs a treatment program that will encompass their full needs. From the moment you step through the doors, you will be seen as an individual and provided with the coping skills that work best for you. Once you’ve mastered them, a full and lasting recovery is possible.
Here’s a look at our different programs to see what is right for your needs:
Clinical Therapies
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Attachment therapy
Acceptance & commitment therapy
Exposure therapies for trauma and more
And more...
Holistic Therapies
Yoga
Expressive art therapy
Ropes challenge course
Meditation
Psychoeducational interactive groups
Fitness activities (gym access, nature walks, etc.)
Stars & Stripes: Veterans Program
A tailored program to help veterans and first responders on the road to recovery from substance use disorder and help manage a mental health disorder, as well as specifically reintegrate veterans into their community.
Aviation & Transportation Professionals Program
Specialized treatment that understands the challenges those in the aviation or transportation industry face.
Family Program
Our family program introduces the strong belief that the behavior of every member of a family impacts every other member of that family.
Alumni Program
Through our alumni program, you will be connected to people who’ve been through treatment with us and offered fellowship activities.
Clinical Therapies
Clinical Therapies
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Attachment therapy
Acceptance & commitment therapy
Exposure therapies for trauma and more
And more...
Holistic Therapies
Holistic Therapies
Yoga
Expressive art therapy
Ropes challenge course
Meditation
Psychoeducational interactive groups
Fitness activities (gym access, nature walks, etc.)
Stars & Stripes: Veterans Program
Stars & Stripes: Veterans Program
A tailored program to help veterans and first responders on the road to recovery from substance use disorder and help manage a mental health disorder, as well as specifically reintegrate veterans into their community.
Aviation & Transportation Professionals Program
Aviation & Transportation Professionals Program
Specialized treatment that understands the challenges those in the aviation or transportation industry face.
Family Program
Family Program
Our family program introduces the strong belief that the behavior of every member of a family impacts every other member of that family.
Alumni Program
Alumni Program
Through our alumni program, you will be connected to people who’ve been through treatment with us and offered fellowship activities.
Our Casa Palmera Locations
We have two locations to serve you: residential and detox at our Del Mar campus and PHP and IOP at our nearby office. When you stay with us, expect the following amenities to help you stay comfortable:
Small staff-to-patient ratio
Luxurious setting with ocean breezes
Gourmet chef-prepared meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Private and semi-private rooms
World-class gym
Adventure therapy
Off-site excursions (beach days, hiking, etc.) groups (grief & loss, spirituality)
Leadership Team
Meet our experienced professionals dedicated to your recovery and wellness journey.
Phyllis Meagher, MBA
CEO
Jess Thill, RN
Director of Nursing
Jessi Gibson
Director of Operations
Scott Barrett, AMFT, APCC
Clinical Director
Robert Bradley Sanders, DO
Medical Director
AJ Foster, MD
Internist
What Former Patients Are Saying
“Casa Palmera has changed my life. I now have self-worth and a true understanding of my disease. The therapists are incredible and nurses everyone here met my needs.”
Former patient
“Casa Palmera gave me a second chance, it showed me how to love myself and that I’m not a bad person, I just make wrong choices. I’m grateful.”
Former patient
“If you are ready and willing to embrace what the program teaches, this program can certainly change your life, and help you to prevent relapsing and eliminate unhealthy thinking patterns.”
Former patient
Most Major Insurance Providers Welcomed
New Hope Ranch firmly believes in eliminating barriers to treatment. It’s why we closely work with major insurance carriers to ensure everybody receives the treatment they deserve.
Aetna
Anthem BlueCross
Carelon health (formerly known as Beacon health options)
Cigna PPO (Evernorth)
Comcast (formerly known as Compsych)
Halcyon Insurance
HMC HealthWorks
Kaiser Permanente
Magellan Healthcare (carved out from Blue Shield)
Managed Health Network (MHN), A HealthNet Company
Most EAP Programs
Multi-Plan
OPTUM, A UnitedHealthcare Company
Sharp Health
TRICARE West Region
TriWest / VA benefits
Zelis Healthcare
Dedicated to Your Recovery – for Life
Once you discover your newfound confidence after treatment, rest assured that you’re never alone. You’ll have unlimited free access to Discovery365™ – our exclusive app that uses breakthrough AI technology to intervene when you need additional support during the first year post-treatment. This is part of our exclusive Discovery for Life™, which includes:
Support groups (online and in-person)
Social events dedicated to Discovery alumni
Educational content through the alumni app
Proudly Accredited by the Joint Commission & Certified by LegitScript
Proudly Accredited by the Joint Commission
Casa Palmera is proud to be certified by the Joint Commision. This recognition means we only provide the highest standards for safety and quality to all patients who walk through our door.
Our standing with LegitScript certifies that we have been formally certified to meet their legal, safety and transparency standards.
Start Your Journey Today
New Hope Ranch is a leading treatment center just outside of Austin, Texas. We’ll help you build your best life in a serene, safe and stable environment. To learn more about our program, reach out to us today.
“Percentage includes patients who admitted to Discovery Addiction Centers in 2023 (1/1/23 – 6/30/23) and completed the Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS; N = 338). As patients admitted to Discovery Addiction Centers present with addiction as their primary mental illness, “addiction” here also refers to “mental illness experience” as written in the RAS