Address:
23712 Birtcher Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Phone:
(866) 955-1607
Business Hours:
24/7
12 South Recovery provides trusted, client-centered addiction and mental health treatment near Dana Point, CA. Our programs blend evidence-based therapies with a supportive environment where individuals can rebuild their lives, strengthen their mental health, and begin long term recovery with confidence. We are committed to helping clients heal with compassion and expert clinical care.

Services We Offer
Addiction Treatment Programs
- Detox Placement
- Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Outpatient Program (OP)
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Mental Health Treatment
- Depression and anxiety treatment
- Trauma and PTSD care
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Personality and mood disorder support
Therapy Services
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family counseling
- Trauma-informed care
- Holistic wellness support
Why Choose 12 South Recovery?
Personalized Treatment Plans
Each client receives an individualized care plan tailored to their symptoms, goals, and life circumstances.
Dual Diagnosis Expertise
We specialize in treating addiction and mental health issues at the same time for stronger, more sustainable recovery outcomes.
Supportive, Caring Environment
Clients benefit from structure, accountability, and compassionate support throughout every stage of treatment.
Accredited & Trusted Facility
12 South Recovery is state-licensed, Joint Commission Accredited, and widely recognized as one of Orange County’s top treatment centers.
Location and Accessibility
Located close to Dana Point, our Lake Forest center is easily accessible to individuals from:
- Dana Point
- San Juan Capistrano
- Laguna Niguel
- San Clemente
- Mission Viejo
- Lake Forest
- Surrounding South Orange County areas
GPS Coordinates: 33.6412° N, –117.6937° W
Testimonials
“I highly recommend 12 South Recovery for anybody struggling with mental health or addiction issues. The staff are very welcoming. Also willing to work with your needs.”
– Ross Trinidad
“12 South Recovery has been great to me.
I highly recommend you come here if you’re suffering right now. The case managers were helpful”
– A.C Rios
“I had a great experience at 12 South the staff was extremely nice and tended to my needs the housing was just as pleasing”
– Joseph Dobbs
Contact Us
Start your recovery today by connecting with our admissions team.
Phone: (866) 955-1607
Email: ADMISSIONS@12SOUTHRECOVERY.COM
Address: 23712 Birtcher Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Driving Directions
From Dana Point
- Take CA-1 North
- Merge onto I-5 North
- Exit Lake Forest Drive
- Turn right onto Lake Forest Drive
- Turn right onto Rockfield Blvd
- Turn left onto Birtcher Drive
- Arrive at 12 South Recovery
From San Juan Capistrano
- Take I-5 North
- Exit Lake Forest Drive and turn right
- Turn right onto Rockfield Blvd
- Turn left onto Birtcher Drive
From Laguna Niguel
- Take Crown Valley Parkway
- Turn left onto Greenfield Drive
- Continue onto Lake Forest Drive
- Turn right onto Rockfield Blvd
- Turn left onto Birtcher Drive
Nearby Landmarks
- Dana Point Harbor – 8 miles
- Doheny State Beach – 7 miles
- Mission San Juan Capistrano – 6 miles
- Lake Forest Sports Park – 3 miles
- Irvine Spectrum Center – 7 miles
Take the First Step Toward Recovery Today
Call (866) 955-1607 to begin addiction and mental health treatment near Dana Point, CA, and let our team support your path toward long-term recovery.



