Accreditation
- Joint Commission Accredited, LegitScript Approval
Amend Portshead House is a residential mental health treatment facility located at 6766 Portshead Road in Malibu, California. It is one of two residential locations operated by Amend Treatment and serves adults experiencing conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and other mental health concerns. The residence accommodates a maximum of six clients, allowing treatment to take place in a small residential setting with individualized clinical support.
Treatment at Portshead House is individualized according to each client's mental health needs and treatment goals. Amend's residential program combines psychiatric and clinical care with individual and group therapy and other evidence-based or complementary approaches. Treatment may address trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, and co-occurring concerns, with the specific therapies and services selected according to each client's assessment and treatment plan.
Portshead House provides residential treatment in a private Malibu setting between the Santa Monica Mountains and the Pacific coastline. The residence accommodates up to six clients and includes private room options, indoor and outdoor living areas, garden spaces, and rooms with access to patios or outdoor areas. Accommodations and room availability should be confirmed directly with Amend before admission.
Amend provides continuing care options that may support clients after residential treatment, including its Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program. Transition planning depends on each client's progress, clinical needs, living environment, and recommended level of care. Clients and families should confirm current continuing care options, program schedules, insurance coverage, and any additional costs before transitioning from residential treatment.
Amend Portshead House's treatment focuses on substance use disorders, with particular emphasis on opioid and alcohol dependency alongside co-occurring mental health conditions.
ADHD, ADD
Alcohol
Anger
Anxiety
Bipolar
Burnout
Co-Occurring Disorders
Codependency
Depression
Drug Addiction
Gambling
Gaming
Grief and Loss
Internet Addiction
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Personality Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Self-Harm
Sex Addiction
Shopping Addiction
Stress
Trauma
Pornography Addiction
Amend Portshead House accepts adults of any gender, with therapy groups at the facility typically mixed rather than gender-separated.
Men
Women
Men and Women
Young Adults
LGBTQ+
Midlife Adults
Older Adults
Professionals
Executives
Clients at Amend Portshead House can move between levels of care as needed starting in residential or day treatment and stepping down to IOP or outpatient without leaving the facility.
Residential
Intensive Outpatient Program
Virtual & In-Home Care
Individual Treatment
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Amend Portshead House's clinical team combines evidence-based therapy with trauma-informed and holistic practices, tailoring treatment plans to each client's history and needs.
Individual Treatment
Evidence-Based
Family Involvement
Wellness
Recovery support at Amend Portshead House continues after program completion through an active alumni network, including regular reunions and social get-togethers.
1-on-1 Counseling
Group Therapy
Family Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acupuncture
Adult-Child Therapy
Animal Therapy
Aromatherapy
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Family Therapy
Body Image Therapy
Couples Counseling
Didactic Group Therapy
Equine Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Expressive Arts
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)
Horticultural Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy
Introduction to the 12 Step Program
Ketamine Therapy
Life Skills
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Mindfulness Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing and Enhancement Therapy (MET)
Music Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Neurofeedback
Play Therapy
Psychodrama Therapy
Psychoeducation
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Recreation Therapy
Relapse Prevention Counseling
Relaxation Therapy
Seeking Safety
Solution Focused and Goal-Oriented Therapy
Somatic Experiencing
Sound Therapy
Stress Management
Surf Therapy
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Trauma-Specific Therapy
Yoga
Recovery support at Amend Portshead House continues after program completion through an active alumni network, including regular reunions and social get-togethers.
Ability to Call a Counselor
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Alumni Reunions
Family Follow-up Counseling
Follow-up Sessions (in-person)
Follow-up Sessions (online)
Private, Online Alumni Groups
Amend Portshead House's campus includes indoor and outdoor spaces designed for both structure and downtime, from a fitness center and pool to walking trails and private bedroom options.
Access to Nature
Fitness Center
Gardens
Gourmet Dining
Luxury
Outdoor Dining
Outdoor Lounge
Pool
Recreation Room
Chef-prepared Meals
Internet Access
Airport Transfers
Internet
Daily life at Amend Portshead House includes a mix of peer support and physical activity, with clients regularly attending AA/NA meetings alongside yoga, fitness, and swimming.
AA/NA Meetings
Yoga
Physical Fitness
Adventure Outings
Swimming
Acupuncture
Beach Fitness
Biking
Cooking Classes
Farming, Gardening
Games
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Massage
Movies
Museums
Reading
Tennis
Volleyball
Amend Portshead House's facility is wheelchair accessible, supporting clients with mobility needs throughout treatment.
Gender-specific groups
Flexible technology policies
Dietary Accommodations
COVID-19 Measures
Executive Program
Gluten-Free
LGBTQ group
Vegan
Vegetarian
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Last reviewed: September 2026