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Since 1962, the Gooden Center has been providing the path to health & wellness for men and women suffering from mental health and substance use disorders.

The Gooden Center offers a rare environment created specifically for men who are on their road to recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. The First Gooden “Recovery Family” was establish in 1962 by five members of Alcoholics Anonymous and Episcopal Bishop Robert Gooden. On a quiet tree-lined street in the historic section of Pasadena, these men created a “Culture of Caring”, a unique environment where men could “come home to recovery” and escape the ravages of a killer disease: Alcohol and Drug Addiction. The Gooden Center also offers a primary mental health program that is based on the same values and principles. The program is DBT-based and works at meeting clients where they are at and helping them cope and grow from that point. Free Aftercare for life is offered to all clients and their families. We are in-network with most HMO, EPO, and PPO insurances.

11/03/2025

Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron said: “You may not think you’re going to make it. You may want to quit. But if you keep your eye on the ball, you can accomplish anything.” And Babe Ruth said: “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.”

The Gooden Center congratulates the Los Angeles Dodgers on winning the 2025 World Series.

And to everyone – a reminder that good things – and change -- can come if you don’t give up.

Founded in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

Call us today at (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling and needs help.

www.goodencenter.org

10/23/2025

The Gooden Center’s outpatient facility in Pasadena, California has a new look.

Founded in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

The recent improvements — everything from new carpets and furniture to freshly-painted walls — were made possible by a grant from the Susan E. Riley Foundation.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

Call us today at (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling and needs help.

www.goodencenter.org

10/15/2025

Holliston Court, built in 1921, is one of The Gooden Center’s mental health residences.

It is first and foremost a home, albeit a temporary one, and a place of healing.

Founded in Pasadena in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

This is Substance Use Prevention Month, the purpose of which is to highlight the importance of substance abuse prevention and support for individuals and families.

Call us today at (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling and needs help.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

www.goodencenter.org

10/10/2025

The change of season means shorter days and leaves falling – and for some it also means sadness, anxiety and fatigue.

Seasonal Affective Disorder can result in loss of interest in activities usually enjoyed, difficulty concentrating and social withdrawal, among other things.

Founded in Pasadena in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Call us today at (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling and needs help.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with mental health and substance use disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

www.goodencenter.org

09/22/2025

The Gooden Center was honored to participate in Saturday’s Walk Out of Darkness organized by the Delhaven Community Center. It was a wonderful event.

Founded in Pasadena in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with mental health and substance use disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

Call us today at (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling and needs help.

www.goodencenter.org

07/03/2025

The Fourth of July is about family and spending time with people we love. It's also about freedom and independence. Freedom from addiction, and helping people and families rebuild their lives, are things The Gooden Center strives for on Independence Day and every day of the year.

Founded in Pasadena in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with mental health and substance use issues find themselves in a supportive community.

Call us today at (800) 931-9884 or (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling with these disorders.

www.goodencenter.org

05/15/2025

May is a time to recognize those with mental health disorders and help end the stigmatization of mental illness. We can all play a part in this, starting with how we talk about it, so people who need help aren’t afraid to ask for it, to get the help they need.

Founded in Pasadena in 1962, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are an example of what can be accomplished when those with mental health and substance use issues find themselves in a supportive community.

Call us today at (800) 931-9884 or (626) 356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling with these disorders.

www.goodencenter.org

04/18/2025

Easter is a day to celebrate resurrection and renewal. It renews in us a sense of possibility, and that change can come if we don't give up.

Founded in 1962 by Bishop Robert Burton Gooden, The Gooden Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are a shining example of what can be accomplished when those with substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

02/14/2025

🌿 Now Accepting MFT Interns! 🌿

The Gooden Center is seeking passionate Marriage & Family Therapy (MFT) graduate students for our internship program! Gain valuable, hands-on experience in outpatient mental health and substance use treatment while earning supervised hours toward licensure.

✨ What You’ll Gain:
🔹 Direct client hours with individuals, couples, families & groups
🔹 Training in evidence-based modalities like EMDR, IFS, CBT, DBT & more
🔹 Mentorship from experienced, compassionate clinicians
🔹 A collaborative, trauma-informed learning environment

📍 Location: Pasadena, CA

🖥️ Apply today by sending your resume & cover letter to vmendez@goodencenter.org or visit us at goodencenter.org.

Join us in making a meaningful impact! 💙

01/21/2025

This week we recall the hopeful vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and that change can come if you don’t give up. Our thoughts are also with those impacted by the Eaton and Pacific Palisades fires. The Gooden Center stayed open for business but many people and community members weren’t so fortunate.

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1962, The Gooden Center offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs. Call us today at 626-356-0078 if you or a loved one is struggling with mental health or substance use disorders.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are a shining example of what can be accomplished when those with substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

01/17/2025

For sixty-two years, The Gooden Center has been a beacon of hope for thousands of persons and their families. We are now faced with smoke abatement, cleanup and repair costs at our seven facilities – six in Pasadena and one in La Crescenta – as a result of the Eaton fire.

Your support helps us make a difference in the lives of those who need our help.

https://goodencenter.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general-donation

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Gooden Center offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are a shining example of what can be accomplished when those with substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

All donations are fully tax deductible.

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12/19/2024

In 1962, Bishop Robert Burton Gooden and five local members of Alcoholics Anonymous established the Bishop Gooden Home in Pasadena as a haven for people to escape the ravages of alcoholism and drug addiction and begin putting their lives back together.

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Gooden Center offers residential inpatient treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, outpatient care and transitional housing, and is in network with most HMO, EPO and PPO insurance programs.

Gooden Center clients and alumni are a shining example of what can be accomplished when those suffering from substance use and mental health disorders find themselves in a supportive community.

Help us make a difference in the lives of those who need our help. We know we cannot do this alone.

All donations are fully tax deductible.

https://goodencenter.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general-donation

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191 N El Molino Avenue
Pasadena, CA
91101

Telephone

+16263560078

Website

http://www.goodencenter.org/

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