Cerebrum Exploration - Laguna Hills, California.

23161 Mill Creek Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Accepts Insurance

TREATS

Substance use disorder
Mental health

LEVELS OF CARE

Detox · Outpatient

INSURANCE

Accepts insurance

Medicare · VA Community Care

Also accepts private pay

About Cerebrum Exploration

Cerebrum Exploration provides specialized mental health counseling services in Laguna Hills, California. Founded by Gladys Newbury, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, the practice focuses on delivering evidence-based psychotherapy for adults navigating complex health-related challenges. The facility emphasizes a compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to help individuals improve their overall quality of life.

The clinical team specializes in supporting individuals with neurological conditions, chronic pain, and traumatic brain injuries. As a licensed professional corporation in California, Cerebrum Exploration offers diverse therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. Their services extend to veterans and caregivers, ensuring comprehensive support for those managing significant medical conditions or professional burnout.

Key Facility Details

  • License and Registration: California Behavioral Sciences Board, LCSW #105523
  • Verified Rehab Accreditations: State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California and Montana)
  • Primary Disorders Treated: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, and Depression
  • Treatment Facility Location: Laguna Hills, Laguna Hills, California, United States
  • Cerebrum Exploration Contact Number: +1-949-409-1709

Senior Healthcare and Medical Team

 

Cerebrum Exploration provides specialized mental health counseling services in Laguna Hills, California. Founded by Gladys Newbury, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, the practice focuses on delivering evidence-based psychotherapy for adults navigating complex health-related challenges. The facility emphasizes a compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to help individuals improve their overall quality of life.

The clinical team specializes in supporting individuals with neurological conditions, chronic pain, and traumatic brain injuries. As a licensed professional corporation in California, Cerebrum Exploration offers diverse therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. Their services extend to veterans and caregivers, ensuring comprehensive support for those managing significant medical conditions or professional burnout.

Key Facility Details

  • License and Registration: California Behavioral Sciences Board, LCSW #105523
  • Verified Rehab Accreditations: State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California and Montana)
  • Primary Disorders Treated: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, and Depression
  • Treatment Facility Location: Laguna Hills, Laguna Hills, California, United States
  • Cerebrum Exploration Contact Number: +1-949-409-1709

Senior Healthcare and Medical Team

 

Cerebrum Exploration Photos and Images

The facility features professional clinical spaces designed to foster a sense of safety and tranquility for patients. The interior environment is arranged to support focused, one-on-one therapeutic sessions, providing a comfortable setting for individuals to process personal challenges and develop healthy coping strategies.

Outdoor views and the surrounding Laguna Hills landscape contribute to a grounding atmosphere for those visiting the office. The clean, modern design of the consultation rooms reflects the practice’s commitment to high standards of care and professional dignity for every person who enters treatment.

Cerebrum Exploration Detox and Rehab Services

Cerebrum Exploration offers outpatient psychotherapy and mental health counseling rather than inpatient medical detoxification. Their clinical services focus on long-term emotional stability and psychological health for individuals managing chronic illnesses, neurological conditions, or significant life transitions through evidence-based behavioral interventions.

The practice provides specialized counseling for “addictive behaviors” within a mental health framework, emphasizing symptom reduction and personal growth. Patients benefit from personalized treatment plans that incorporate mindfulness and dialectical strategies to address the root causes of distress and improve their daily functional outcomes.

Levels of Care

Detox CentersEvening TreatmentMedical DetoxOutpatient RehabRehab TransfersWeekend Rehab

Substances and Addictions Treated

Chronic Pain and Substance UsePain and Addiction Treatment

Mental Health Disorders Treated

Co-Occurring Mental Health ConditionsDepression and AnxietyDepression and PTSDMental Health ConditionsMental Health TreatmentPTSD Treatment

Counseling and Therapy

Activity TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Counseling and TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Evidence-Based TherapyIndividual TherapySpecialized Therapy

Specialized Programs

Adult RehabSenior DetoxSenior Outpatient RehabSenior RehabVeterans and Military RehabVeterans DetoxVeterans Outpatient RehabVeterans PTSD RehabVeterans Rehab

Cerebrum Exploration Address, Location and Contact Information

Cerebrum Exploration is conveniently located at 23161 Mill Creek Drive in Laguna Hills, California. The office is situated in a central professional district, providing easy access for residents of Orange County and the surrounding South Coast metropolitan areas.

The facility is located near local landmarks such as the Laguna Hills Mall and is easily reachable via the I-5 freeway. Individuals seeking to schedule an assessment or learn more about services can contact the team directly through the number provided in this directory.

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Cerebrum Exploration Prices and Payment Options

Cerebrum Exploration provides professional counseling services with rates that are competitive for the Laguna Hills and South Orange County area. For private pay clients, individual psychotherapy sessions in this region typically range from $150 to $250 per clinical hour.

The facility works with clients to navigate insurance benefits, though specific in-network status can vary by provider and plan type. It is recommended that individuals contact the office directly to receive a specific quote based on their unique clinical needs and insurance coverage.

Payment Options

Self Pay Rehab

Insurance Accepted

Medicare
VA Community Care

Public Insurance Accepted

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23161 Mill Creek Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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Cerebrum Exploration

23161 Mill Creek Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Accepts Insurance

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Last updated 1 October 2026.

Cerebrum Exploration Reviews and Ratings

As of March 25, 2026, Cerebrum Exploration maintains a professional reputation within the Laguna Hills healthcare community. Online feedback for the practice highlights the clinical expertise of the staff and the specialized nature of the neurological and caregiver support services provided.

Patients frequently mention the empathetic and culturally sensitive nature of the counseling sessions. The practice’s focus on complex medical-legal and health-related mental health issues has garnered positive recognition for filling a specific niche in the Orange County behavioral health landscape.

5.0
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2 reviews on Google
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Chris Woo7 months ago

I highly recommend Gladys Newbury at Cerebrum Exploration Counseling. She provides thoughtful, personalized care and has a strong background working with complex mental health and medical-related conditions, including… PTSD, anxiety, and depression Her approach is evidence-based and culturally sensitive, incorporating therapies like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to truly meet each client where they are. What stands out most is her ability to support not only patients, but also caregivers and professionals dealing with burnout. If you’re looking for a therapist who is knowledgeable and genuinely invested in your growth, recovery, or mental health journey, she is an excellent choice.

★★★★★
Jenna Samuels8 months ago

Gladys is an incredibly knowledgeable and trauma informed therapist. She brings a sophisticated blend of EMDR, CBT, and somatic approaches to her work, ensuring that her clients receive holistic and effective treatment.… I cannot recommend Cerebrum Exploration Counseling enough for bilingual, evidence based therapy services.

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