Addiction treatment should always include numerous new and innovative programs and methods. While psychotherapy is always an effective method, other programs should come into play in a treatment plan. Morningside Recovery takes a holistic approach to treatment to help our clients find sobriety while
Creative, Expressive, and Healing Arts for Addiction Treatment Clients
Drug Use and E-Cigarettes
On Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 9:45AM PST/ 12:45PM PST Dr Gerald Grosso, Clinical Director at Morningside Recovery was interviewed on the Fox News program America's News HQ about the recent trend of dangerous drugs being sold at smoke shops for use in electronic cigarettes, namely the
SMART Recovery Alternative to Traditional 12-Step Programs
Morningside Recovery happily offers SMART Recovery groups as one of our many group therapy options. Self-Management and Recovery Training is a self-empowering, science-based recovery program. It advocates for the individual to take responsibility for their actions. It also encourages them to find
Morningside Recovery Sponsor of OC Pride 2013
Morningside Recovery is pleased to announce we are an official sponsor of OC Pride 2013. OC Pride is a festival supporting the LGBTQ community. It hosts several events including a comedy lineup and various shows from local dancers, musicians, and DJs. The festival can be found in downtown Santa Ana,
Advice about Mental Illness and Children
While Morningside Recovery doesn't offer treatment for children and teens, we strive to provide help for the community. Our own clinical psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Waterman participated in an article with Fox News to discuss mental illness and children. We want to do our part in providing our
Synthetic Liquid produces the same effects as Marijuana
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., August 2, 2013/PRNewswire – The country is now facing a synthetic drug epidemic. There’s yet another dangerous legally-obtainable substance trending among young people. A synthetic cigarette liquid "Blue Blossoms” is rising in popularity. Available at most smoke and head
Morningside Recovery Supports FeedOC SoCal Event
At Morningside Recovery, we believe in helping our community both in and out of our facility. While we provide services that help individuals find lasting sobriety, we help our community beyond our programs. Through our volunteer work, we're able to support our Orange County community. Last Friday
Morningside Recovery Gives Back
Alcohol drug rehab centers throughout the country are increasingly suffering from a growing negative opinion within their communities. Locals tend to stigmatize these centers, saying they're a "drain" to the community. Unfortunately, this means the contributions these centers make both in and out of
Performing Arts Substance Abuse Treatment Scholarship
The recent death of actor Cory Monteith is a somber reminder of the young people struggling with substance abuse addictions. Members of the performing arts professions suffer since those fields contain high levels of unemployment and stress. Morningside Recovery primary therapist Karen Alonso







