Since 1977, New Directions for Women (NDFW) has been serving women of all ages, women with dependent children, and pregnant women. We were founded, in part, by Pamela Wilder in 1977, with the support and assistance of the Junior League of Newport Beach. Our treatment facility was created in response to a shortage of affordable and accessible rehabilitation treatment services for women suffering from alcoholism, substance use disorder, and other chemical dependency problems.
New Directions for Women is committed to the healing of the entire family that has been profoundly affected by the disease of addiction, and specialize in treating the children both living and not living with their mom throughout their treatment experience.  In addition to individual therapy sessions and process groups, we offer specialized psycho-educational groups such as relapse prevention, communication, grief and anger management, and life skills workshops to facilitate growth.
By far my most important relationships are with my children. Parenting class at New Directions for Women gave me a new perspective on myself as a parent… Because of the work I did with New Directions, I am proud to say that I gave birth to a healthy baby girl.” -Lesley (NDFW)
The entire environment – from the recovery homes to the meeting rooms to the headquarters – is luxurious, inspiring and tranquil, with a markedly spa-like, sanctuary feel. Meditative decor and soothing water fountains burble of a safe place where patients learn holistic, multifaceted methods to heal their bodies, minds and spirits; free to pursue recovery with dignity and respect.
New Directions is exclusively for the mothers, wives, sisters and daughters among us who suffer in silence, steeped in shame. If a wife, mother, sister or daughter in your life is struggling with addiction, call: 1-800-93-WOMEN or email , because to love her is to help her. Visit us at http://www.newdirectionsforwomen.org.