Welcome to Changes Treatment Center, where recovery begins with rediscovering who you are. We provide a supportive, structured environment focused on building confidence, strengthening identity, and guiding you toward lasting change.
Our treatment approach is focused, evidence-based, and client-centered. We utilize CBT and DBT, practice trauma-informed care, and incorporate MAT when clinically appropriate. Above all, we take a humanistic approach that values the power of being heard, understood, and supported.
“It is astonishing how elements that seem insoluble become soluble when someone listens…“
— Carl Rogers
At Changes, our approach is rooted in the belief that recovery is an active, personal journey. We focus on helping individuals build self-awareness, strengthen identity, and stay present in the process. Through structure, support, and meaningful connection, we create an environment where real, lasting change can take place.
Recovery does not happen in isolation. At Changes, we believe healing is stronger when it happens together. While no one is forced to connect before they are ready, we know that growth is more sustainable when people feel supported, understood, and part of something larger than themselves. Community creates accountability, encouragement, and hope.
There is no single formula for recovery. Each person’s journey is unique, and progress looks different for everyone. Our role is not to define your path, but to help you discover and walk it. We do not expect perfection — we value honesty, effort, and a willingness to keep moving forward.
Addiction often takes more than time and health — it takes moments that matter. At Changes, we are intentional about creating an environment where new, positive memories can be formed. Through shared experiences, meaningful connection, and moments of laughter, we aim to help restore what was lost and build something lasting.
Changes Treatment Center helps individuals re-discover who they are as they step into their full potential through Community, Recovery, and meaningful Memories. We build self-esteem and identity as we teach clients how to stay present and engaged in their recovery. Recovery is not something that happens to you—it’s something you actively participate in while we walk beside you.
Dr. Eric Chaghouri, MD
Graduated summa cum laude from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of USC in 2011
Postgraduate training began with an internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Three years of general adult psychiatry residency at the Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center
At Changes Treatment Center, our leadership is rooted in experience, integrity, and a deep commitment to individualized care. Our clinical team brings together expertise in addiction and mental health with a compassionate approach that prioritizes each person’s unique journey.
Through thoughtful guidance and a focus on both structure and connection, we ensure every individual receives the support, clarity, and direction needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Dr. Eric Chaghouri is a distinguished forensic psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist with a thriving private practice in West Hollywood and Century City, California. He specializes in the treatment of co-occurring psychiatric and addictive disorders and is recognized for his work with attorneys, courts, and legal teams in both civil and criminal litigation. He also provides expert consultation on psychiatric issues for major television networks and oversees a growing team of mental health clinicians.
At Changes Treatment Center, we believe recovery is built on connection, structure, and purpose. Our approach combines personalized care with a supportive environment designed to help you stay engaged, build confidence, and create lasting change.
Our team of licensed professionals brings years of expertise in addiction and mental health treatment, ensuring the highest standard of care.
No two journeys are the same. We customize treatment programs to meet each individual’s unique needs for long-term success.
From detox to aftercare, Changes provides a full continuum of care, guiding clients every step of the way.
Located in the heart of Costa Mesa, our treatment center offers a calming, bright, and rejuvenating space for healing and personal growth.
Every journey is unique, but no one walks it alone. These stories reflect individuals who chose to take a step forward, rebuild their identity, and create lasting change with the support of a compassionate community.
“Changes gave me the space to slow down and really understand myself. For the first time, I felt supported without judgment, and that made all the difference.”
“The team truly cares. They didn’t just focus on my recovery, they helped me rebuild my confidence and start believing in myself again.”
“I came in feeling stuck and unsure. The structure, support, and community here helped me take real steps forward and stay consistent.”
“This place changed my perspective on recovery. It wasn’t just about getting better, it was about growing into the person I’m meant to be.”
