Locations & Services
First Responder Wellness provides specialized treatment and support for first responders and their families in California and Washington state. Across both locations, programs are designed specifically for law enforcement, fire, EMS, dispatch, government agencies and other public safety professionals navigating operational stress, burnout, substance use, and other symptoms of post-traumatic stress injury.
Whether entering care locally or traveling for treatment, all clients receive the same focused, first responder–only approach—grounded in cultural understanding, clinical expertise, and real-world application.
Wellness should not be viewed as an added expense. It should be viewed as a cost-control and performance strategy.
California Locations
Drug & Alcohol Detox
First responders experience rates of trauma far above those of the regular population. Drug and alcohol are often the easiest way to numb the pain, leading to substance misuse and substance use disorder. Our medical detox helps first responders stabilize safely so they can begin the work of treatment.
Residential Treatment
A structured, immersive program in Newport Beach, CA, designed for first responders who need space away from the stress of the job to stabilize, reset, and begin deeper work.
Residential care includes:
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Daily clinical programming
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Individual therapy
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Group therapy with other first responders
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Resilience-building treatment
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Medical and psychiatric support
This level of care is ideal for those experiencing significant impact from stress, trauma, or substance use and who benefit from a fully supported environment.
Clients live in home-like communities throughout Orange County that allow for support and down-time outside of treatment hours.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
The California Intensive Outpatient Program provides a flexible treatment option for first responders who need structured care while maintaining certain personal or professional responsibilities. It’s appropriate as a step down from residential treatment, or for those with less critical symptoms.
IOP includes:
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Scheduled group therapy sessions
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Ongoing clinical support
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Continued focus on trauma, mental health, and substance use
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Integration of tools into daily life
Washington Locations
First Responder Outpatient in Kent, WA
In 2025, First Responder Wellness expanded its reach with the first brick and mortar treatment offering outside of California. Outpatient treatment services in Washington make resources more accessible to millions of first responders across the Pacific Northwest.
Core Services
Trauma & Mental Health Treatment
First responders are exposed to repeated, high-impact experiences that can lead to cumulative trauma over time.
Treatment focuses on post-traumatic stress injury and its symptoms, including:
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Anxiety and depression
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Chronic stress and burnout
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Emotional regulation and resilience
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Relationship issues
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Overspending
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Gambling
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Sleep issues
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And more
All levels of treatment at First Responder Wellness are designed to address both the events experienced on the job and the long-term effects they create.
Substance Use & Relapse Prevention
For many first responders, substance use develops as a way to cope with untreated stress and trauma.
Substance use treatment services include:
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Detox, stabilization and support around substance use
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Identification of underlying drivers
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Relapse prevention planning
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Long-term recovery strategies
The focus is not just on stopping behavior—but on understanding and addressing what’s behind it.
Family Support & Education
The impact of the job extends beyond the individual.
First Responder Wellness provides:
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Education for spouses and families
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Support around communication and boundaries
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Insight into the first responder experience
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Guidance on navigating treatment and reintegration
This helps create alignment and stability both during and after treatment.
Reintegration Planning
Returning to work and home life is a critical part of the process.
Clients leave with:
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A structured reintegration plan
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Practical coping tools for real-world application
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Strategies for navigating triggers and stressors
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Ongoing support recommendations
The goal is to ensure that progress made in treatment translates into sustainable change.
Alumni Support
Recovery and wellness don’t end after treatment.
Ongoing support includes:
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Continued connection to the First Responder Wellness community
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Access to resources and guidance
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Long-term accountability and support
This network helps reinforce progress and maintain momentum over time.
Mental Health & Resilience Tools
Throughout all levels of care, clients develop practical tools they can use immediately.
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Stress management techniques
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Emotional regulation strategies
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Communication skills
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Healthy coping mechanisms
Everything is designed to be applicable on the job, at home, and in daily life.
A Consistent Approach Across Locations
While programs are offered in both California and Washington, the approach remains consistent:
First responder–only environment
Clinically sound, trauma-informed care
Practical, real-world application
Focus on long-term outcomes—not short-term fixes
Clients are respectfully treated within the context of the work they do and the realities they face.
Getting Started
Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, a colleague, or someone in your department, First Responder Wellness is here to help.
Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services
License/Certification #/ Expiration Date: 300405BP 112/31/2026; 300405CP 6/31/2027; 300405EP 10/31/2027
As required by Assembly Bill 2081, this is a link to the DHCS website that displays all revoked and suspended programs.