Addiction Treatment Tailored to Those Who Identify as LGBTQ in the Inland Empire

From social prejudice and discrimination to physical violence, members of the LGBTQ community face many stressors and challenges. Oftentimes, this can lead to substance abuse to try to cope. In fact, members who identify as LGBTQ are 11 to 21 percent more likely to develop a substance abuse disorder than the general population as a whole.

This is why LGBTQ-friendly addiction treatment is so necessary. At Ranch Creek Recovery, we understand the unique challenges that you face as an LGBTQ member and tailor our treatment program to address those specific barriers.

Learn more about our LGBTQ-friendly addiction treatment and contact us today.

Why Addiction Treatment for LGBTQ Community Members

Identifying as LGBTQ is only a small part of who you are. You have your own unique talents, skills and passions. But because of societal pressures and obstacles, your sexual orientation often becomes the only thing that people see.

Because of the following challenges that are faced on a daily basis, LGBTQ individuals are more likely to turn to substance abuse:

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Ranch Creek Recovery
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M HonM Hon
00:26 19 Jan 24
Staff: 4.5/5Owner, Director, therapists, nurses, counselors, and support staff are all really great. I had no issues with anyone in particular. They are all there to help you however they can. I found that everyone advocated for my well being, were available when I needed them, and did their best to support me, check in on me, and make sure I was happy and comfortable.(why not 5/5? They have had a bunch of turnover and need to update their website with their newer staff members and qualifications. Additionally the Doctors they partner with were not as thorough as I would have wanted, and were kind of pushy with medications)Program: 4/5Small groups for the win! You get a lot of attention if you need it. This is a Holistic approach rehab. They do not focus on any 12 step programs. You have daily classes with different counselors, focusing on the science behind addiction, anger management, talk therapy, art therapy, equine therapy, nutrition, and much more. You have one-on-one sessions twice a week with a Licensed Therapist, and you have access to a gym daily, with a yoga instructor and trainer coming a few times a week. You also have a docent that comes once a week to do sound therapy, and you can learn techniques such as tapping. They have 2 doctors on staff you will have Zoom appointments with, and someone is always present to distribute morning, afternoon, and bedtime medication. You can also always grab whomever is on-call to talk through any issues or questions you have.(why not 5/5? Overall I found that there was too much down-time. I got bored and restless with that much free time and I craved more structure. Additionally I thought that the family Zoom sessions could have served as a stronger resource for loved ones)Location: 4/5Murrieta is a quiet, tranquil area, with mountain views, a lot of farmland, and very little public noise to distract you. When you do leave the house, you get to visit a small farm that is very close by to interact with horses and goats, etc. You also have an outing on Saturdays for a few hours that allows you as a group to get out of the house. The immediate area has all the basic stores and activities you would want, like target/walmart/grocery/7-11/etc as well as mini golf, bowling... You do need to decide as a group where you want to go because you have 1 chaperone and need to stay together at all times.(why not 5/5? There are 2 different houses located about 10 minutes away from each other. The Bass house advertised on the website is much nicer and larger than the Doreen house. During my time the clients staying at the Doreen house were shuttled over to the Bass house for our daily classes and sessions, not being able to utilize their own kitchen, rooms, and bathrooms during the day. I was also told by clients that the Doreen house was not as nice as the Bass House)Amenities: 4/5Pool - (I was there in the winter, so it was not heated and basically unusable, however, I did do some cold plunges just for the shock)Hot tub - available once a week on Friday eveningsYard - Large Grass Backyard and cement patio with tables and chairsGym - Available daily. TV for movies or music. Free weights, yoga mats, and a few outdated cardio machines that mostly worked.Kitchen - Large kitchen, multiple Fridges/Freezers, Huge pantry for preparing anything you want, ovens, microwave, toasters, dishwasher, outdoor gas grill, etc...Pool table, ping pong table, arts and crafts table, outdoor TV, Indoor TV, Computer, land-line house phone.Comfortable rooms and bathrooms with laundry access, and provided bedding and towels.(why not 5/5? I was disappointed that it wasn't clear that the pool and hot tub didn't have daily access as advertised, and that the gym was more outdated than described/pictured. They also could make some very inexpensive recreation investments like a basketball for their outdoor hoop, soccer ball, frisbees, croquet set, bocce, etc for their giant lawn to be used during the extensive downtime)
Dorothy SmithDorothy Smith
00:29 12 Aug 22
Ranch Creek Recovery is the best way to start your new healthy way of life. This program actually saved my life and my sanity. Their Holistic approach was amazing and I learned so much from my counselors and Dr. Dena. With only a limited number of participants in the house at one time, you are guaranteed the one on one time, as well as the group counseling they offer in a safe and comfortable setting. They make you aware that they truly care and are there to support you , listen to you, and most important to teach you. Teach you information about triggers, cognitive behavior and how to stay sober. They include therapy through others means such as Yoga, Meditation, working with Horses and even Physical Training. Ranch Creek makes sure when you leave you are good, Mind, Body and Soul. They have an excellent Intensive Outpatient Program (10) weeks that helps navigate your way back into life. A year ago (received my one year chip June 8, 2022) I was lost and a raging out of control alcoholic. I can proudly say today that I am not. I will always be an alcoholic with an addictive personality. But now I have tools, personal contacts and the faith in myself that I have never had before in my 9 years searching for sobriety. I often reflect back on my time at the Bass house. I am probably one of the few that actually stayed 60 days because I had so much to learn. My insurance did not cover all of the last days, but it was worth it to me, so I stayed. I am so grateful to so many of the staff, Jimmie, Christine, Jonathon, Dr. Dena and countless extended staff to name a few, because there were more. I would not be here to tell you it works, because without the treatment and the help I received, I alive today to tell my journey. If you are ready to face the truth, please give them a call. I promise if you are committed, you will never be the same as when you walked in. Thank you Ranch Creek Recovery.
Martha BlackMartha Black
18:45 25 Jan 22
Also known as Angelica, I couldn’t recommend this place more . This treatment center really helped me get what I have always wished for , Peace with my past , healing , restoration . Ranch Creek Recovery’s program was such a tremendous blessing, life changing experience for me and my family. This week I celebrate 9years of living life in recovery, sobriety. Thank you RCR for saving my life .
R DR D
00:59 03 Nov 21
I had long term sobriety and was under a lot of stress from my professional position. I began to use cannabis recreationally and soon became dependent. I sought recovery, because I could not stop using cannabis on my own. It was causing issues with my family and in my professional life. I signed up with Rancho Creek Recovery, through my insurance. I attended the pm IOP zoom sessions with Lorri. Her group sessions and the materials she provided, helped me to get off of cannabis. Lorri was a big help in giving me strategies to stay sober and to manage the cravings and ways to deal with my work stress. I would strongly recommend Rancho Creek Recovery's outpatient program and the pm IOP zoom sessions with Lorri. She was a great professional to work with.
Courtney FergusonCourtney Ferguson
19:04 01 Aug 21
I've had a few stints with rehab and none even skinned the surface of what I learned here. Located on a beautiful property in the foothills of Murrieta, with in house groups led by instructors that break it down so in depth. My perspective had a total shift and I can honestly say I owe my life and the promise of a new future to this facility and it's faculty. If you're willing to do the work this is the place to get into your core issues and help you recover from the lifestyle and vices that one is addicted to. I recommend this place to anyone who wants something different from life. DBT, CBT, recovery education, family therapy are just a few of the groups and The program director and Clinical director hand picked a team that is progressive, informed, patient, caring and passionate about what they do. I encourage anyone who's seeking treatment to look into this program I first hand watched others and had my life transformed.
David KlentDavid Klent
09:17 16 Jul 15
Coming to Ranch Creek Recovery, I had been through three different inpatient chemical treatment facilities in CA. I was feeling lost and somewhat hopeless. The serene setting gave me peace and I began healing. The counselors were very inspiring and helped me grow in ways I haven’t experienced in years. I began to see the bigger picture that a life in sobriety can give you. Although I am somewhat scared to leave the comfort and security that Ranch Creek Recovery and staff has brought me, I am also excited to share my growth with my family and to start my new life. Thank you RCR!
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Our inpatient drug rehab and inpatient alcohol rehab program accepts several national insurance plans and is in-network with most carriers including HealthNet, MHN, Anthem BlueCross, Aetna, Cigna as well as others. To verify if your insurance is accepted and check your out-of-pocket costs call Ranch Creek Recovery at (877) 843-7180.

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Discrimination by the General Public

LGBTQ individuals can find themselves discriminated against because of their specific sexual orientation. They may experience employment and housing discrimination, public bathroom discrimination or other prejudice from coworkers, classmates or the general public.

Shame or Rejection by Loved Ones

Parents, friends and other family members may struggle to understand and accept a loved one who identifies as LGBTQ. This rejection can negatively impact this individual’s confidence, self-esteem and personal identity. In some cases, LGBTQ members are kicked out by angry family members, leaving them vulnerable to violence and additional discrimination out on the streets.

Self-Loathing Due to LGBTQ Discrimination

LGBTQ members face extraordinary discrimination, prejudice, emotional abuse and rejection. On top of all that, there are still states throughout the country that leverage conversion therapy practices. This lack of acceptance and pressure to change can lead to self-loathing and make LGBTQ members believe something is wrong with them.

Hate Crimes

Hate crimes against LGBTQ individuals are still prevalent throughout the United States. In fact, one in five hate crimes in 2015 was a result of sexual orientation. Members of the LGBTQ community face bullying, verbal harassment, emotional and physical abuse and death threats.

Our Approach to LGBTQ-Friendly Addiction Treatment

Effective addiction treatment needs to address the discrimination and trauma LGBTQ individuals experience. Treatment needs to be tailored to their individual needs and provide a safe, judgment-free environment to recover.

This is what you get at Ranch Creek Recovery. When you come to our treatment center, you won’t be judged or rejected for your sexual orientation. During individual and group therapy sessions, our expert staff will help you face the trauma you’ve encountered and teach you how to gradually accept and be proud of who you are.

During cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions, you’ll learn how to reject negative thoughts and emotions and replace them with positive ones. We also provide dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) sessions to help you recover from any self-harm behaviors you’ve struggled with.

Diagnosing and treating any mental health issues is a very important step in addiction recovery. As one of the leading dual diagnosis treatment centers in southern California, we leverage a holistic, non 12 step approach that focuses on healing your mind, body and spirit from co-occurring disorders. Therapy modalities like equine therapy can help you face and work through challenging thoughts and emotions you may not be able to communicate in your individual therapy sessions.

Other therapeutic activities like yoga, meditation, fitness can help strengthen your body, improve your mental state and increase the effectiveness and productivity of your individual therapy sessions.

At the end of the day, our mission is to help you recover from addiction, be comfortable in your own skin and develop healthier ways to cope with triggers and any future discrimination you may experience.

Get Started at Ranch Creek Recovery Today

You should never be ashamed of who you are or what your sexual orientation is. At Ranch Creek Recovery, our LGBTQ-friendly addiction treatment is designed to help you overcome the substance abuse and trauma you’ve experienced as a member of the LGBTQ community.