The Gooden Center is a nonprofit behavioral health organization located in Pasadena, California, that provides treatment for individuals experiencing substance use disorders and mental health conditions. Founded in 1962, the center has developed a continuum of care designed to support clients through different stages of recovery, including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs, and ongoing aftercare services. Treatment plans are typically individualized and may include evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and group counseling, along with structured recovery support and life-skills development.
Programs at the facility focus on both clinical care and community support, allowing clients to transition between levels of treatment as their needs change. The organization also incorporates family involvement through education sessions and group activities that address the broader impact of addiction and mental health challenges. Services are delivered in licensed residential and outpatient settings across Pasadena, with gender-specific housing options available. As a nonprofit provider, the center works with many insurance plans and aims to expand access to care while maintaining long-term recovery support through alumni programs and continued therapeutic resources.
