Beit T’Shuvah

8831 Venice Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90034

Beit T'Shuvah CA 90034

About Beit T’Shuvah

Beit T’Shuvah’s offers hope to those wrestling with substance use disorders by providing integrated care in a community setting. This facility is located in Los Angeles, California. They deliver an individualized and ‘whole person’ treatment rooted in the spiritual principles of Judaism, authenticity and transparency.

Their accreditation by the Joint Commission validates their commitment to quality care delivery. Their core services encompass intervention, residential treatment and family programming. They also offer jail diversion services.

Their intervention services provide guidance and support to help individuals and families address substance use issues and encourage entry into treatment. This service may involve assessment and consultation with family and friends to determine the best treatment options. It may even include developing a detailed family history, crafting a treatment plan and providing education on how addiction affects family dynamics. They use various intervention models to foster authentic soul connection, hope and compassion.

Their residential recovery program involves three phases. The first phase serves residents in their first three months of recovery. This phase focuses on safety, self care and healthy relationships. You’ll live in the house and participate in all programming as an integral community member. You’ll receive individual, group and spiritual counseling as well as therapeutic support. Psychiatric care is provided as needed for those requiring mental health support during treatment. This is especially the case for clients with co-occurring disorders.

The recovery team will also introduce you to 12 step support groups like AA or NA. Additionally, you’ll attend Shabbat and Holidays. This makes sense since the program is grounded in Judaism. Extended care is provided for six months following the first phase as you transition back into the community. The last phase involves aftercare support provided upon leaving the residents.

You can stay connected with the vibrant and thriving Jewish communities through Shabbat for ongoing support. You can also take advantage of their work therapy internship and externship programs to gain valuable work experience that will benefit you in future employment.

The family program at Beit T’ Shuvah involves family education, process groups, mentoring, and immersion. Their jail diversion services help substance use offenders avoid incarceration by offering treatment and support programs as alternatives to jail time. Comments from past clients reflect a positive experience and outstanding quality of care.

Latest Reviews

Robert Button
1 month ago on Google
5
My name is Mark and I live in Alaska. A long time ago (about 20 years) I went to treatment there, and being non Jewish, I was a tad afraid of what was to come.Rabbi Mark and Hariette (sp?) were still there, they are beautiful people. A beautiful lady named Aileen (sp?) found me online and hooked me up with Beit T Shuva. Thank God for her!I can say now that the people there helped me SO much, I have great love and respect for this place.If your thinking you need help, this place is the bomb!
Barry Stern
4 months ago on Google
5
Thanks to Rabbi & Harriet, 15 yrs Sober after 50+ yrs of being a closet alcoholic
LA Tay
1 year ago on Google
5
This place literally saved my life! I could not get out of the traps in which I found myself. I highly recommend it. You don't have to be rich or Jewish; just need a desire to live a better quality and more meaningful life. I loved the spiritual atmosphere for community that Beit T'Shuvah provides. I was able to explore the roots of my own Christianity, and I changed in fundamental ways.I found my soul mate counselor, Dr. Valerie Rope, at BTS, and we worked together from 2012 to 2022, when she passed away of MS. I owe her, Yael, Harriet and Rabbi and so many wonderful teachers, my recovery and abstinence from gambling. Freedom from the toxic gambler's lifestyle I was living, I cherish! Grateful doesn't even begin to say it!Yael Landa is from Israel, and really understood me. I highly recommend her as an advisor and life coach! She now directs the program of recovery from gambling that I attended.My Mom found this place for me, and I wonder if it would benefit you? I needed all the help I could get in 2012, and being at Beit T'Shuvah was forever life-changing. There are so many friends I made among the community of recovering people, and we still keep in touch and care about each other! I highly recommend the amazing Beit T'Shuvah!

Location

Accepted Insurance

Beit T’Shuvah works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements. The Primary Residential Treatment program is tailored to residents in their first 90-120 days of recovery. The program includes individual and group counseling, therapy, spiritual counseling, Shabbat and Jewish holiday services, and an introduction to Alcoholics Anonymous and the principles of the 12-Steps. Beit T'Shuvah provides an array of group instruction: covering such topics as substance abuse education, relapse prevention, AA step study, Jewish ethics, relationships, life skills, health, anger management, conflict resolution, personal responsibility, and hygiene. Primary residents are also offered the opportunity to participate in their Complementary Programs, which include a wide array of creative programming such as: choir, recording studio sessions, theater arts (Freedom Song), organic gardening, and more. Recognizing that substance abuse is not only a disease of the mind, soul, and spirit, but of the body as well, Beit T'Shuvah primary residents can also engage in activities like yoga, fitness training, surf therapy, snowboarding and the LA Marathon our "Run To Save A Soul" team and training program.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient programs are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs. The Intensive Outpatient Program at Beit T’Shuvah is for adults, 18 and older, who are ready to make the commitment to recovery, but due to personal and professional obligations, inpatient treatment is not an option. Their individualized program is unique in that they are the only not-for-profit community-based IOP providing clients with their own team of professionals dedicated to their recovery. Each client is assigned an addiction counselor, a psychotherapist, and a spiritual counselor, which allows them to provide truly individualized treatment. As a not-for-profit, they are able to focus on recovery and to help each of their clients create a sustainable foundation upon which they can rebuild their lives.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs offer clients in addiction recovery a robust continuum of care after clients have completed active treatment. These services address recovery as a life-long process and are designed to evolve with clients' changing needs. Clients may partner with their case managers and/or addiction recovery team to identify the rehab aftercare services that are right for them. They may receive career counseling, housing assistance, peer coaching, 12 step program induction, among many other services.
12-step icon12-Step
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
By the time a resident is ready to complete the Extended Residential Treatment program, it is anticipated that the resident's awareness and acceptance of their commitment to recovery is sufficient to maintain a recovery plan with a greater level of independence. For their graduates, Beit T'Shuvah offers off-site housing within walking distance of their main campus. These residents are encouraged to facilitate their transition into life by paying rent, managing their own work and social lives, while still living within a supportive and loving sober community.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
When an individual is in denial about their substance use disorder, their loved ones may organize a drug intervention in California. This effort involves gently but assertively confronting the individual about their substance use and sharing how it has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist may also attend this gathering. Their expertise with intervention services can prove helpful in guiding the conversation to a positive result.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Cognitive behavioral therapy in California is a method that therapists often use for the effective treatment of substance use disorders. It is based on the principle that substance abuse stems from unhelpful ways of thinking and patterns of behavior, which can be changed by helping the individual learn better ways of coping.

While participating in dialectical behavior therapy in California, you'll focus on four key areas of skill development: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Treatment includes weekly individual and group sessions.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

Individual therapy for drug addiction includes a customized treatment plan that considers your history and life circumstances. During your therapy sessions, the therapist helps you uncover underlying issues and triggers for addictive behavior that support a holistic approach to recovery.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

The Family Program understands that addiction affects the entire family. Dedicated to providing emotional and spiritual healing, this program guides each family through the process of recovery at Beit T'Shuvah. The Family Program offers comprehensive family treatment including: family support groups, family education groups, multi-family process groups, out of town family immersion weekends, a parents focused Al-Anon group, individual family therapy, as well as consultation and intervention services for families and individuals in crisis.

While in rehab treatment, you may work on developing various life skills to help you in long term recovery. These may include resilience, interpersonal skills, and self awareness. The focus will be on developing healthy habits for self care and relationships so you have the skills you need to manage day to day life.

Recreational therapy is included in alcohol and drug addiction treatment to focus on engaging you in healthy activities that reduce your cravings and improve your overall health and well being. When you participate in group sports, art, or nature walks, you develop new interests and find a meaningful way to spend your time and reduce your cravings.

Amenities

  • recreation iconRecreation Room
  • weight iconGym
  • art iconArt Activities
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • meditation iconMeditation Room
  • massage iconMassage Room
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (310) 204-5200
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8831 Venice Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90034

Fact checked and written by:
Chika Uchendu
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

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4.3 (44 reviews)
Robert Button
1 month ago
5

My name is Mark and I live in Alaska. A long time ago (about 20 years) I went to treatment there, and being non Jewish, I was a tad afraid of what was to come.Rabbi Mark and Hariette (sp?) were still there, they are beautiful people. A beautiful lady named Aileen (sp?) found me online and hooked me up with Beit T Shuva. Thank God for her!I can say now that the people there helped me SO much, I have great love and respect for this place.If your thinking you need help, this place is the bomb!

Barry Stern
4 months ago
5

Thanks to Rabbi & Harriet, 15 yrs Sober after 50+ yrs of being a closet alcoholic

Devon Conrad
1 year ago
5

Kind place with kind people. Really cares a lot about residents and goes above and beyond

Reena Coffman
1 year ago
5

LA Tay
1 year ago
5

This place literally saved my life! I could not get out of the traps in which I found myself. I highly recommend it. You don't have to be rich or Jewish; just need a desire to live a better quality and more meaningful life. I loved the spiritual atmosphere for community that Beit T'Shuvah provides. I was able to explore the roots of my own Christianity, and I changed in fundamental ways.I found my soul mate counselor, Dr. Valerie Rope, at BTS, and we worked together from 2012 to 2022, when she passed away of MS. I owe her, Yael, Harriet and Rabbi and so many wonderful teachers, my recovery and abstinence from gambling. Freedom from the toxic gambler's lifestyle I was living, I cherish! Grateful doesn't even begin to say it!Yael Landa is from Israel, and really understood me. I highly recommend her as an advisor and life coach! She now directs the program of recovery from gambling that I attended.My Mom found this place for me, and I wonder if it would benefit you? I needed all the help I could get in 2012, and being at Beit T'Shuvah was forever life-changing. There are so many friends I made among the community of recovering people, and we still keep in touch and care about each other! I highly recommend the amazing Beit T'Shuvah!

susan white
1 year ago
5

This is a Jewish faith based addiction rehabilitation center. Not just alcohol and drugs, but gambling, eating disorders, etc. This is also my family. How do you describe your family? As well as i describe my birth family, i describe this place as the reason i am alive. Intelligent, dramatic, loving, insightful, in the know, innovative, pioneering, rigorous but most importantly a safe haven to find yourself with like minded people and just home. They forever changed my life. I am so grateful for the opportunities they offered me and the lifelong friendships that i formed and participate in to this day. If you feel like you dont belong anywhere and your Jewish or not in some cases, if you struggle with any kind of addiction or something that keeps leading you to a place you dont want to be anymore. If you love music, yoga, surfing, people you can count on to show up for you, if you are willing to make changes in your life and discover what your real passion is. Well....welcome to beit t'shuvah(which means in hebrew House of Return)....and welcome to the rest of your life. As the rabbi used to say when the community welcomes you into the house at your first shabbos...HANG ON ita going to be a wild ride.Oh yeah, highly recommended!!!!!!!

Barbara Treves
1 year ago
5

Love this place - my son has blossomed since being here.

Thurman Merman
1 year ago
2

BTS is overall a good place. The Gambling Director though is very poor. She takes her sessions with all gambling addiction addicts in the car while eating McDonalds and after you share, she says "I love it" with no substance to take in. There are other therapists that do a phenomenal job in this program. I just wish hope everyone gets well.

Susan Rogel
2 years ago
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Rieve Reynolds
2 years ago
5

My daughter, mother of 3, is about to graduate Shasta College Summa Cum Laude and will continue on to get her Master's Degree.Last year she was "Student of the Year."I have no doubt that Beit T'Shuvah inspired my daughter to not only turn her life around but to reach for the stars as well!One thing she particularly loved was the sense of humor that seemed to prevail there despite so many stories of struggle.I will forever be grateful for the Incredible staff at this Amazing facility- Well deserving of 10 Stars; I could not more highly recommend Beit T'Shuvah!

Yvette Ames
2 years ago
5

This is very special place to live right and be one with God and yourself. I owe my life to this place

Adam Rubin
3 years ago
5

Beit T Shuvah saved my life. There is no place like it in the world. I have so much gratitude for this place, I just can not say enough. It s more than a rehab, it s a synagogue, a congregation and a beautiful community.

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