Testimonials
Voices from Our Community
At Pasadena Villa, our goal is to help people heal and empower them to grow. We strive to ensure clients feel supported, heard, and equipped for success during treatment and beyond. We’re honored to receive feedback from former clients, their families, and our clinical partners, sharing how our care has positively impacted their lives.
“I went to Pasadena Villa for treatment after I was diagnosed with a mental health condition, prescribed the wrong medication, and endured some traumatic experiences. The lodge and environment are beautiful. The medical staff helped me get my meds corrected with grace and ease. The staff are willing to listen to you AND make sure they change what needs to be improved. They truly value their residents' feedback, which you don’t see everywhere."
Grateful Alum
Smoky Mountain Lodge
“I want to start by repeating what has been said in a few other reviews — Pasadena Villa literally saved me and updated the projection of my entire life. The therapists, staff, and peers I met while participating in treatment helped me gather essential skills to cope with stressors and triggers while also allowing me to return to baseline. If you buy into learning and growing through multiple avenues, you'll get something out of being here!"
Grateful Alum
Smoky Mountain Lodge
"This program changed my life. Thank you to the amazing staff for their kindness and compassionate care. I highly recommend The Stables to anyone looking to know themselves more. In addition, the animal-assisted therapy program is exceptional and helped me with my parent's dog, whom I did not have a good relationship with before The Stables. The staff is phenomenal, and I also built relationships with my fellow residents. If you want a superb experience, look to The Stables."
Grateful Alum
The Stables Autism Program
"For the first time in my life, I feel I have benefited from an outpatient program, thanks to Pasadena Villa. All the therapists are more than amazing. I was met with kindness and empathy since the first phone call to become a client. I would absolutely recommend this program to anyone seeking help for their mental health. Everyone that plays a part in this program is truly great."
Grateful Alum
Outpatient Troy
“I might’ve been in the darkest time in my life mentally and emotionally, but Pasadena Villa was here for it all. I’m extremely grateful and appreciative of the staff. They were knowledgeable and supportive. I have learned so much and gained several skills that have helped me navigate life more successfully. I plan to continue this journey with the knowledge, skills, and abilities obtained from this wonderful group.”
Grateful Alum
Outpatient Knoxville
“This place is filled with loving staff who helped me when I was at my lowest. I truly feel that I’ve grown through the help of Pasadena Villa, and I recommend it to anyone struggling and needing help. My only wish is that I had gone here earlier.”
Grateful Alum
Outpatient Tampa
"Words do not encompass how grateful I am for Pasadena Villa and its staff — I cannot recommend this treatment center enough. I'd been struggling with my mental health declining for far too long before finding treatment here. I felt like nothing would work for or help me, but in my last efforts, I was referred to them by my psychiatrist. The facility is welcoming and comfortable. I immediately felt safe opening up to the therapists and group. I wish I had found them sooner. You won't regret your decision to find treatment here."
Grateful Alum
Outpatient Raleigh
"Truly amazing program. The staff are kind and respectful, and while the group therapy structure can take some adjustment, it was a key factor in my progress. The adjuncts are well thought out, as is the program's overall structure, which provides ample transition time to ensure that discharge is as smooth as possible — something I've been very grateful for. I was lucky enough to receive inpatient treatment at a top-tier facility before coming here, and I'd consider Pasadena Villa to be on par with that care."
Grateful Alum
Outpatient McLean
"When I started PHP, I didn't know if I'd get better. By the time I left, I had reached every goal I set. This place is amazing, and everyone is so nice. This is my first PHP/IOP experience, but others have said it's their best experience out of the ones they've done. I don't think I'll ever need to return based on the skills I've learned, but it'll be here if I ever have to.”
Grateful Alum
Outpatient Chantilly
"A family member was a client at The Stables during the summer of 2023. He received professional and compassionate care during his stay. The environment is skillfully designed to promote healing. The staff exhibited genuine concern for all clients in the program. Client-to-staff ratios are exceptional, providing plenty of informal counseling and guidance opportunities. The bucolic country setting with horses, goats, and other animals promotes recovery and growth. There were plenty of opportunities for engaging in off-site activities, as well. Our family is eternally grateful that we entrusted the care of our loved one to The Stables Autism Program.”
Grateful Family Member
The Stables Autism Program
"My daughter received excellent treatment at Smoky Mountain Lodge. She loved the group therapy sessions and the variety they provided. She always felt she was progressing with her struggles to cope with life. She loved the food served and the ability for substitutions when she didn't like the planned meal. She was released with a much better understanding of her condition and tools to help her in daily life. Control of medications and changes with medications were handled very well. She liked that all therapies and activities occurred in one facility. The seclusion and natural beauty of the surrounding area were very peaceful."
Grateful Parent
Smoky Mountain Lodge
"Family and loved ones of individuals with complex psychiatric disorders coupled with addiction should strongly consider Pasadena Villa. Their care management team approach toward developing life and coping skills is highly effective in improving the quality of life for the residents and their families. They use various patient-specific therapies and techniques to take a macro, “whole-body” approach. Pasadena Villa provides a safe and nurturing environment while offering transitioning levels of care. They succeed where others fail.”
Grateful Family Member
Pasadena Villa Treatment Network
"Other than my son’s determination, Pasadena Villa has been the reason he has stabilized and been so accomplished in reaching the goals he sets for himself. Your structure, support, compassion, experience, and meeting individualized needs are outstanding.”
Grateful Parent
Smoky Mountain Lodge
"I highly recommend Pasadena Villa. Their program is sound, and the staff is highly trained and therapeutic. My daughter said she felt safe, supported, and cradled by staff. I have never heard those words from her mouth — this speaks volumes. The staff was always available if I needed to talk to someone about questions or concerns, and I could talk to my daughter whenever necessary. She enjoyed connecting with nature, and the food was healthy."
Grateful Parent
Smoky Mountain Lodge
“Pasadena Villa has been a great referral source for me as a therapist. They have top-notch providers who are extremely knowledgeable and responsive. I've seen excellent results from patients I've referred to them. I am so thankful to have this resource available in Knoxville. I would trust any of their admin or clinicians with my own family. Thank you, guys, for the recovery you provide to our community!”
Grateful Clinical Partner
Outpatient Knoxville
“As a fellow provider in the area, I love referring clients to Pasadena Villa! They are excellent collaborators. Kat A. has been particularly helpful throughout my clients’ stays — she is compassionate, responsive, and thorough. I’d highly recommend sending clients to this facility!”
Grateful Clinical Partner
Outpatient Raleigh
“Pasadena Villa Outpatient is a very welcoming and warm atmosphere. The staff are all friendly and knowledgeable. As an LMHC, I feel very comfortable referring my clients to their program if needed.”
Grateful Clinical Partner
Outpatient Tampa
"I appreciate having Pasadena Villa as a referral option for PHP or IOP mental health treatment for folks who need more support than outpatient. I trust their leadership and program and would recommend my therapy clients with no reservations. I highly recommend contacting their executive director, Katharine, for a consultation if you’re uncertain — you’ll be in good hands!"
Grateful Clinical Partner
Outpatient Raleigh
