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Newport Academy Castro Valley

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Overview

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Located in the scenic hills of Northern California, Newport Institute offers residential and outpatient care for young adult men with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. The program combines evidence-based therapies with experiential practices like equine-assisted therapy and horticulture. With male-only residences, academic and vocational support, and a focus on whole-person wellness, the Sunol campus provides a structured, private environment where young men can build resilience and prepare for long-term recovery.

Address

37455 Palomares Road
Castro Valley, CA 94552

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Ages Served

  • Youth (Ages 12-17)

Genders Accepted

  • Male

Languages Served

  • Spanish
  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adolescents
  • LGBTQ
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders

Restorative Nature-Based Setting

The facility is a residential and outpatient program for young adult men, located in the quiet, rolling hills of Sunol, California. The private, nature-immersed campus provides a restorative environment that supports healing, reflection, and growth away from everyday pressures.

Specialized Care for Young Men Ages 18–35

The program focuses on the unique needs of young men navigating mental health concerns, substance use, or co-occurring challenges. Treatment is designed to help clients strengthen emotional resilience, build independence, and prepare for the responsibilities of adulthood while sustaining recovery.

Evidence-Based and Experiential Therapies

Clients engage in a blend of proven clinical methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed counseling, alongside experiential practices. Activities like yoga, horticultural therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and expressive arts provide creative outlets for processing emotions and developing healthier coping strategies.

Male-Only Residences and Skills Development

Gender-specific residences foster community, accountability, and structure among peers with shared experiences. Beyond therapy, the program includes academic and vocational support like GED preparation, college coursework assistance, and career readiness services. Life skills programming, covering nutrition, communication, and financial management, helps clients gain confidence for independent living.

Long-Term Recovery and Aftercare

Newport Institute emphasizes continuity of care through personalized aftercare planning, mentoring, and peer support. Transitional services and outcome follow-up ensure that progress extends beyond the residential setting, equipping young men with tools and connections to maintain recovery in daily life.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst
  • ComPsych
  • Highmark
  • Other Private Insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$$$ - High-end Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Regular outpatient treatment
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Job training and educational support
  • One-on-one counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Intervention and education support
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Substance use assessment
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Fitness center
  • Gourmet meals
  • Access to nature

Room Amenities

  • Bathroom essentials
  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor space
  • Private bathroom
  • Private rooms
  • Shared bathroom

Activities

  • Games
  • Movies
  • Yoga

Settings

  • Country

Policies

  • Allows internet access
  • No smoking allowed

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.