Testimonials & Reviews
Diablo Valley Drug and Alcohol Services
Daniel Smeester, MD
Addiction Treatment Center located in San Ramon, CA & Walnut Creek, CA
Dr. Daniel Smeester always appreciates feedback from his valued patients. To date, we’re thrilled to have collected 255 reviews with an average rating of 4.96 out of 5 stars. Please read what others are saying about Dr. Daniel Smeester below, and as always, we would love to collect your feedback.
Gary C.
Submitted 07/16/25
I totally feel comfortable when talking about my personal issues. Positive feedback to help me deal with my pain issues. He’s a good man.
Daniel M.
Submitted 07/14/25
All I can say I that Dr Dan has been a gift to me. He's a very caring person that happens to be Dr. .he's helped me successfully treat my anxiety with Ketamine.
Wow it works..very different experience, but the treatment is administered by
A skilled MD like Dr Dan it's very save...and it works like nothing else.
Ralph N.
Submitted 07/09/25
I went to Dr Smeester in 2017 when I was a complete train wreck, the care and support and understanding he provided turned my life around, if you ever need help with life and getting back on your feet Dr Smeester will help you and actually care about you Great Man he’s the Best Dr I have had and I’m 69 years old don’t hesitate go see him
Nancy B.
Submitted 07/09/25
I’m grateful and thankful that I have found treatment in such a professional and caring atmosphere. Thanks to Dr. Smeester and his staff i feel like I’ve regained my life back.
Patricia A.
Submitted 07/05/25
Dr Smeester is very caring. I highly recommend!
Cheryl W.
Submitted 07/04/25
Thank you Dr.Smeester for taking such good care of me.
David F.
Submitted 06/11/25
Dr. Dan has given compassion and understanding without judgment. He gives detailed explanations which are easy to understand.
Denis G.
Submitted 05/29/25
Super fast great service. Doctor Daniel is great and Summer is fantastic. Thank you for your help and support.
Brian W.
Submitted 05/28/25
Best dr . In California- i would recommend this dr. to anyone that needs help with addiction. He has help me in all aspect. When it comes to addiction. He treats you like family. Thank you
Michael B.
Submitted 05/15/25
This is a great comprehensive program. Dr Dan is great a man whom actually cares for your well being. Michael is also one of a kind a great moderator for group. I owe this program my life and cannot say enough good things about it.
Cindy W.
Submitted 04/19/25
Diablo Valley alcohol and drug treatment center is Awsome! i Love Dr Smeaster and Summer his asst, they are both very nice and always give me the special treatment i would need. i especially love the IOP morning group sessions. Kristine is the Therapist and she’s the best !! i love going to the aftercare days. and all the rest of the clients going are also very kind and very caring.
Cheryl W.
Submitted 04/16/25
Dr. Smeester is such a great doctor.
He is always here for me whenever I have a question. He’s very knowledgeable and kind every time we speak. Thank you Dr. Smeester for always being here for me.
Patricia B.
Submitted 03/20/25
Dr. Smeester’s group has truly changed my life, along with continuing with AA after treatment. I would highly recommend his practice to anyone who is struggling with addiction.
Sandra A.
Submitted 03/14/25
Wonderful
Cindy W.
Submitted 03/07/25
I am super satisfied with all the treatment i’ve been getting with Dr Smeester . I feel much better and i would recommend Diablo alcohol and drug to others. very satisfied.
Nancy B.
Submitted 03/04/25
I attended my first group session last night and was so impressed with the topic that was covered and the comments that the class made. Very informative. The atmosphere was extremely welcoming to each member of the group. I’m looking forward to attending each class and achieving my goal of sobriety.
Daniel G.
Submitted 02/27/25
Dr. Daniel is extremely professional, knowledgeable, supportive, understanding, organized, and respectful. From the start he made everything calm and nonjudgmental. He explained everything he was doing and why he was doing it. He treated me like a person and not a statistic or lost cause. Even when I slipped in my program he was there to help me up and continue my progress. He did not give up on me or judge me. And I made it through and was able to recover from something I thought would be a slave to the rest of my life. Great doctor.
James S.
Submitted 01/21/25
Dr. Smeester came prepared with a thorough plan to execute for success. Goal upon arrival to his office was to be off pain medication. Problem presented 35 y/o patient 4 months post knee replacement where the orthopedic surgery team wanted to slowly taper medication. After speaking to network, Dr. Smeester was told to be the best at helping achieve the goal of getting off pain narcotics safely and aggressively. The plan he presented and offered was and is great. Thank you Dr. Smeester.
Arlie A.
Submitted 12/24/24
In the time I have been with Dr Smeester, my outlook on life has improved and I don't panic often. He is informative, not pushy, and listens intently. I have gained a lot of confidence.
Edward C.
Submitted 12/20/24
Always the best treatment and respect over a year with this doctor, he never changes, he is still as wonderful as the first visit. Dr. Smeester is a rare gem. Hard to find the care he provides.