New Directions For Women

New Directions For Women Women, women with children and pregnant women are welcome at our nationally recognized, certified, oldest gender-specific addiction treatment center in OC.

New Directions for Women is a gender-specific facility exclusively for women suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, chemical dependency, and other addictive disorders. We offer addiction detox and rehab services for women, pregnant women, and women with children. We believe that all women deserve care despite their ability to pay for treatment. Every woman and child who comes through our doors receives some amount of scholarship funds. Our aim is to raise half a million dollars a year, which goes directly to the Pamela Wilder Scholarship Fund to ensure more women and their children are able to receive the quality treatment they need. By providing exceptional, gender-separate and specific addiction treatment services that are grounded in 12-Step principles, New Directions for Women assists women, families and their children to achieve sustained responsible recovery from addiction.

As we close out the year, we want to pause and say thank you. To our community, our supporters, our partners, and every ...
12/24/2025

As we close out the year, we want to pause and say thank you. To our community, our supporters, our partners, and every woman who has trusted New Directions for Women with her journey. You are the reason this work matters.

This season is about reflection, gratitude, and hope. We are deeply thankful for the support that allows us to show up every day with compassion, care, and belief in second chances and new beginnings. None of this happens without you standing alongside us.

From all of us at New Directions for Women, we’re wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a New Year filled with healing, strength, and possibility. We’re honored to walk into the next year together. 🤍

🎄✨ A heartfelt thank you to Pastor Jorge Molina, Alisha Maxwell, and Johs Wu for their incredible generosity in donating...
12/23/2025

🎄✨ A heartfelt thank you to Pastor Jorge Molina, Alisha Maxwell, and Johs Wu for their incredible generosity in donating Christmas gifts for the women at New Directions for Women! We also want to extend our gratitude to Mariners Church and its amazing congregation for their support. Your kindness is spreading joy and hope this holiday season! ❤️

Nestled on a serene 3.5 acre campus in Costa Mesa, just steps from the Newport Beach Back Bay and Nature Preserve, New D...
12/12/2025

Nestled on a serene 3.5 acre campus in Costa Mesa, just steps from the Newport Beach Back Bay and Nature Preserve, New Directions for Women offers a peaceful and private environment designed to support healing, comfort, and long term recovery. Our property features outdoor courtyards, quiet garden pathways, a volleyball court 🏐, a butterfly sanctuary 🦋, and calming fountains that create a soothing atmosphere for reflection and connection.

Our campus provides both detox and residential treatment services in one location, giving women a seamless and supportive experience throughout their recovery journey.

Whether you are seeking treatment, a community member, or a treatment professional, we invite you to come tour the campus to experience it for yourself and learn more about New Directions for Women.

Contact us at (888) 312-5499 or visit www.newdirectionsforwomen.org to learn more.

✨ Our Story: Nearly 50 Years of Transforming Women’s LivesIn 1977, Pamela Wilder was brave enough to stand up during a m...
12/11/2025

✨ Our Story: Nearly 50 Years of Transforming Women’s Lives

In 1977, Pamela Wilder was brave enough to stand up during a meeting of the Junior League of Orange County and declare the need for a space for chemically dependent women to be treated for their disease. There was a shortage of affordable rehabilitation treatment services. NDFW is the vision Pamela, and our other two founders Marion Schoen and Muriel Zink, spoke of. Our adherence to this original vision can be seen in our willingness to work with all women.

• 1977-NDFW is founded as a response to the severe shortage of affordable rehabilitation beds for women
• 1982- Officially becomes a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a volunteer board of directors
• Progressed from a peer-oriented recovery home to providing a full continuum of chemical dependency treatment services
• 2001- Established The Pamela Wilder Family Home for treatment of women with children. Women may obtain treatment without giving up custody of their children!
• 2005- New Directions initiates Early Childhood Development Services on campus. A full time Child Development Coordinator is hired to work with children living in residence, while their mothers focus on their treatment during the day.
• 2007- NDFW becomes CARF Accredited for the first time.
• 2009- Our IOP begins. At the same time, Courage House is licensed as an Intensive Sober Living home where women attend IOP treatment services while working, going to school, or volunteering in the community during the day.
• 2011- Seeking Safety is integrated into the curriculum, adding a vital component to our recovery program by actively addressing trauma.
• 2014- Detox services have been added into the continuum of care
• 2015- Founders House is renovated into an 18-bed healing sanctuary.
• 2017- NDFW celebrates 40 years of service and hosts its first Jeffersonian Dinner

From then to now, our campus has witnessed thousands of moments filled with healing and hope. We extend heartfelt thanks to our board, donors, and community for nearly 50 years of unwavering support.

Our team had such a great time at 9th annual Jingle & Mingle. Thank you for creating this event and supporting the kids...
12/02/2025

Our team had such a great time at 9th annual Jingle & Mingle. Thank you for creating this event and supporting the kids at New Directions for Women and Miriam’s House. 🎁❤️

12/02/2025

We’re sending a huge thank-you to and their team for another amazing Jingle & Mingle. Hard to believe this is the 9th year.

They create such a cheerful and meaningful event for the kids at New Directions for Women and .house . Our little ones are always showered with toys and get to enjoy the magic of sitting with Santa and opening gifts while they’re in our care. These donations also help us celebrate birthdays and holidays throughout the year, which means more joy and more special moments for every child who comes through our doors.

Thank you to and everyone who donated and continues to show up for our families and our community. Your support truly makes a difference. 🎁✨

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us. 🧡 Today can bring joy, connection, and gratitude, but it can also bring triggers, mix...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us. 🧡 Today can bring joy, connection, and gratitude, but it can also bring triggers, mixed emotions, and challenges—especially for those in recovery or supporting someone who is. Wherever you are in your journey, we want you to remember that you are not alone, your progress matters, and your well-being is worth protecting. Whether you’re spending the day with family, connecting with community, or simply focusing on staying grounded and sober, we see you, we support you, and we’re proud of the work you’re doing. Wishing you peace, strength, and moments of genuine gratitude today and every day.

The holidays can be beautiful, but they can also be triggering, overwhelming, and full of old patterns. If you’re choosi...
11/25/2025

The holidays can be beautiful, but they can also be triggering, overwhelming, and full of old patterns. If you’re choosing sobriety this season, you’re not just avoiding a drink… you’re choosing clarity, peace, and the version of yourself you’re working so hard to grow into. 🤍

You don’t have to justify your sobriety.
You don’t have to match the energy in the room.
You don’t have to say yes to anything that costs your peace or progress.

Staying sober through the holidays is an act of self-respect, and it matters.

It’s one day at a time, one choice at a time, one win at a time.

If this is your first holiday sober or your tenth, I’m proud of you. You’re changing your story, and that is powerful.

11/06/2025

Welcome to New Directions for Women — a place where healing begins and hope grows. Our campus is a peaceful, nurturing space where women and families can recover together and rediscover their strength. Every part of our community is built on compassion, connection, and the belief that recovery is possible for everyone.

New Directions for Women is a gender-specific substance use treatment center offering detox, residential, outpatient, and sober living services designed to support women on their path to recovery. Our serene campus provides a safe, healing space for growth and transformation. Learn more at www.ndfw.org.

Meet Rachel Rosenbaum, a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 11 years of ...
11/03/2025

Meet Rachel Rosenbaum, a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 11 years of invaluable nursing experience in the field of substance use disorder and mental health treatment. Rachel began her journey in 2012 as a vocational nurse, laying the foundation for her career in mental health. With a profound commitment to improving the lives of individuals struggling with substance use disorders, Rachel has honed her expertise, providing unwavering support, and compassionate care to countless clients throughout her career. Rachel’s experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of the complexities of addiction and its impact on mental health.

Rachel possesses a unique blend of clinical proficiency, empathy, and a comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based practices in the realm of psychiatric care. Not only is Rachel an expert in detoxification and withdrawal management, but she is also a strong advocate for holistic well-being. She is dedicated to fostering a sense of hope and empowerment in her clients, helping them on their journey towards recovery and mental health stability. Throughout her career, Rachel has remained at the forefront of the field, continually expanding her knowledge, and staying current with the latest advancements in psychiatric nursing. Her unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive, client-centered care has made her a trusted and respected figure in the mental health and addiction treatment community.
With Rachel, you will find a caring, experienced, and knowledgeable professional who is truly making a difference in the lives of those they serve.

At New Directions for Women, Rachel is not just a healthcare provider – she is a pillar of strength, kindness, and advocacy for the women she serves. Her skill, dedication, and ability to connect with others make her a vital part of the team, and we are grateful for the positive impact she has on the lives of those navigating difficult circumstances.

Rachel, thank you for your tireless efforts, your exceptional care, and your consistent dedication to your clients. You are truly making the world a better place, one woman at a time.

Happy Halloween! Thanks again for coming to our event! We had a great time! 🤍🎃
10/30/2025

Happy Halloween! Thanks again for coming to our event! We had a great time! 🤍🎃

10/30/2025

🎃 We had such a wonderful time connecting and painting pumpkins with everyone at today’s event! A huge thank-you to all who joined us, and to our incredible community partners who continue to support New Directions for Women — since 1977! 🤍

It’s always inspiring to gather with professionals who share a common goal: helping women and families heal and thrive. We’re so grateful for this network of compassion and collaboration.

We hope you had as much fun as we did. We wish you a safe, joyful, and spooky Halloween weekend! 👻🧡

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