By Judith Jordan on July 2, 2026 Verified by Google

Just to let you know Kim is back on track and with Barnlife in Costa mesa! She could have gone back to Anchor tides but she would have started where she left off so she opted to start over with Barnlife, great decision I think! She has a great group of friends she has made and is still seeing in her sobriety! She just loved you so I wanted you to know you are a real part of her recovery!

By Elyse Hart on June 15, 2026 Verified by Google

As the founders of True North SC, we work closely with treatment providers and understand how important communication, clinical excellence, and genuine compassion are when entrusting someone to a program.

We recently had the opportunity to place a client at Desert Willow Wellness and our experience was exceptional. From the beginning, their team was responsive, communicative, and truly collaborative. We always felt informed about our client’s progress and knew they were being cared for by people who genuinely had their best interests at heart.

What stood out most was the level of individualized attention and care. Recovery is not one-size-fits-all, and it was evident that the team at Desert Willow Wellness takes the time to understand each person’s unique needs and provide thoughtful, client-centered support.

We are grateful to have trusted partners like Desert Willow Wellness in the recovery community and would confidently refer future clients to their program. Thank you to the entire team for the incredible work you do.

By Victoria Aron on June 12, 2026 Verified by Google

Working with Desert Willow Wellness has been an absolute pleasure.
The care, clinical acumen and attention to client wellbeing are beyond! I am so grateful for this program.. a true stabilization and foundation for the next step in the lives of who they serve.
I always look forward to the opportunity to partner with them.

By Ryan O Roy on June 11, 2026 Verified by Google

Desert Willow is one of the most collaborative, mindful, clinically astute, and, above all, compassionate teams I have worked with.

These are not fawning marketing words from some random observer. I am a long-time industry professional who works exclusively in the complex behavioral health space, and most importantly, I have trusted Desert Willow with clients.

They have been seamless in how they communicate, collaborate, and hold the clinical work. Thoughtful, responsive, clear, and deeply humane.

Trust these guys!

By renee capela on June 2, 2026 Verified by Google

Desert Willow Wellness

I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding care you and your team consistently provide to the clients you serve. As a referral partner for my out patient program, I have consistently found your team’s communication to be clear and timely, and your level of care to be truly exceptional. You’ve kept me and my team well-informed every step of the way, and when clients have transitioned back to me, it has been seamless and appropriate. I deeply value our collaboration, and I look forward to continuing to work together in the future. I highly recommend Desert Willow Wellness residential SUD treatment program to anyone seeking help. I would personally send my own family members to this program without hesitation.

Renee Capela

By BWB B on January 8, 2026 Verified by Google

This was not my first rehab. I believe it is the last. Very 1 on 1. Tons of therapy. Groups are great. Wellness as well (EOS gym). Pool at the center. Beautiful 1 bedroom casitas with a full kitchen. Living room. Tv. I felt at home. Everything is brand new. Clean. Staff was amazing.

By Allyson Santucci on November 21, 2025 Verified by Google

When I decided to seek treatment for my alcoholism, I searched for hours online to find a place. I discovered Desert Willow Wellness and agreed that it could be a good fit. Well, it was more than that. I was initially committed for detox only, yet I felt so comfortable that I decided to stay for treatment. The facility is very peaceful and relaxed. The privacy- to be able to have your own casita is such a bonus when you need to have some solitude or time to unwind or meditate. The therapy, group sessions and varied treatment tools are amazing. Although it is a lot of work (mentally and emotionally) to attend these treatment sessions, I always looked forward to participating.

The staff is beyond amazing. The founder, Kurtis Girard, is the real deal. He is gifted, respected, and has a way to make people feel comfortable. He has also done an awesome job at hiring such a diverse group of employees; each with their own incredible knowledge, experience, gifts, and personalities.

I am forever grateful that I chose to give myself the gift of sobriety and I am forever grateful that Desert Willow Wellness was and is a part of my journey.

By Daniel F. Alvarado on October 2, 2025 Verified by Google

Nobody ever wishes to end up in jail or dead, no one really wants to be alone, and nobody actually thinks that the decisions we make in life will cost us dearly. Most of the time, we believe we can be ok after the choices we make, but life gets real really fast, and the time to think about what you're doing runs out, and when that alarm goes off, we lose everything, and everyone you cared about is in pain with broken hearts!! If you had one choice to make before your time is up, choose to call Desert Willow Wellness, they are the picture portrayed in the meaning explained and describing the word FAMILY. People, professionals, yes, but people more, who actually care about your well-being and really mean it when they say, "I GOT YOUR BACK!" Thank you ALL at D.W.W. for being there for me and showing me that there really are people who care!! I LOVE YOU!!

By Deborah J. Quinn on August 21, 2025 Verified by Google

Desert Willow Wellness Detox Center sets a high standard for compassionate, professional care. Their addiction treatment, dual diagnosis, and medical detox programs are designed to keep clients safe and comfortable, and the staff goes above and beyond to create a welcoming environment for recovery. It’s clear the team is deeply committed to each individual’s success, offering both clinical excellence and genuine human connection. The facility is well-run, the staff is attentive, and the supportive setting makes a real impact. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Desert Willow Wellness to anyone seeking a trusted drug and alcohol detox center in Southern California, or to families looking for a reliable place to begin the recovery journey.

By Becky Gatdula on May 26, 2025 Verified by Google

Would highly recommend Desert Willow Wellness. They have taken true healing into account on every level, from the grounds to the clinical staff.

By Alfred Tsaturyan on April 24, 2025 Verified by Google

The best place for substance abuse recovery and mental health treatment!!!

By sasha antoun on March 15, 2025 Verified by Google

The team here is incredible, reputable and long standing members of the behavioral health community coming together to provide intentional and quality services! The facility is a beautiful and welcoming container for meaningful work to be done here.