Therapies & Services at First Light Recovery
Evidence-Based, Individualized, and Compassionate Mental Health Treatment in Orange County
At First Light Recovery, we believe healing is personal. That’s why we offer a wide range of evidence-based therapies and supportive services tailored to each client’s unique needs, history, and goals. Whether you’re managing trauma, navigating a mood disorder, or learning to regulate intense emotions, our clinical team is here to help you build insight, stability, and long-term wellness.
Our therapeutic approach combines clinical excellence with compassion, allowing clients to safely explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors — all within the structure of a residential program that feels like home.
What Sets Our Therapeutic Model Apart
- 1-on-1 therapy twice weekly
- Licensed therapists and clinicians on-site 5 days a week
- 24/7 support staff trained in emotional regulation and harm reduction
- Small community with only 6 clients per home
- Opportunities for family therapy and psychoeducation
- Real-world integration — electronics, outings, and natural environments
- In-network with Kaiser, Cigna, Aetna, Anthem, Optum, and more
Our Core Therapies & Services
Individual Therapy
Work one-on-one with a licensed therapist to explore your history, emotional patterns, and treatment goals. We meet you where you are — with empathy, not judgment.
Group Therapy
Build connection, trust, and emotional insight in a supportive peer environment. Groups focus on emotional regulation, communication, and psychoeducation.
Family Therapy
When appropriate, we include family members to support long-term recovery and relational healing. We guide families toward healthier communication and boundaries.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A structured, goal-oriented approach that helps identify and reframe negative thought patterns that drive emotional distress and behavior.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
A gold-standard treatment for emotional regulation, self-harm, and personality disorders. Teaches mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal skills, and more.
Trauma-Informed Care
Everything we do is trauma-informed — meaning we prioritize safety, empowerment, and emotional pacing in every interaction, not just specific sessions.
Additional Supportive Services
Life Skills Development
Daily Routines & Goal Setting
Community Outings
Aftercare Planning
Family Involvement
Why Our Clients Thrive
100% mental health–focused (no detox or substance use treatment)
True relational support and long-term emotional investment
Emphasis on dignity, autonomy, and compassion
Focused on progress — not punishment
Daily therapy in a healing, non-institutional setting
Start Your Journey Toward Healing Today
If you’re struggling with your mental health, you don’t have to face it alone. First Light Recovery offers compassionate care, expert treatment, and a real-world approach to empower you.