Fred Brown Recovery Services – West 19th Street

856 West 19th Street
310597223
San Pedro, CA 90731

Fred Brown Recovery Services - West 19th Street CA 90731

About Fred Brown Recovery Services – West 19th Street

Fred Brown Recovery Services – West 19th Street is a substance use disorder rehabilitation center for adults in San Pedro, California. This is a nonprofit that accepts donations and insurance. They are CARF accredited, and they are licensed by the California State Department of Health Care Services.

This location is a residential treatment facility for substance use disorder. This is a 12 Step based program that incorporates best practices from the National Institute of Drug Abuse. They provide a home-like setting and atmosphere with small groups to make it more comfortable for you. They have a philosophy of love, patience and kindness.

Their program consists of four phases. The time that you spend in each phase is based upon your needs and goals. The counselors and therapists will work with you to assist you with your individual needs and situation. Most participants complete their program in 90 days. While here, you have the opportunities to increase your personal responsibilities, learn coping skills, enhance your self esteem, reunify your family relationships, create a structured lifestyle and establish a new way of living.

They provide an experienced and caring staff of licensed and certified professionals that give you individual attention. You will receive individual, group and family counseling. You’ll also participate in anger management classes, meditation and stress management classes, relapse prevention and vocational planning. Staff also provide discharge planning and aftercare which includes community resource referrals and social service assistance.

Many former clients have said that the staff is wonderful and very caring. Some have stated that this program changed their life after having tried several programs and relapsing through the years. While some clients have expressed frustration with the strictness of the program, others have noted this structure is a positive part of their treatment.

Latest Reviews

Laci Edwards
10 months ago on Google
5
I absolutely love there services
Response from the owner6 months ago
Thank you for the comment!
Abba Polaris
1 year ago on Google
1
Great program with helpful staff EXCEPT 505 s. Pacific ave. Director "Adrian" He's so rude and handling client like Criminal & human terminal Scabies.I think he's a homicide detective, he always does like that. CEO Roxanna Natale Brown should fire him right away.
Response from the owner1 week ago
We will follow up on your complaint. Please feel free to reach out to us at (310) 519-8723
Tr
1 year ago on Google
1
Do not put your full faith in this program. They will throw you out for not having a sponsor. I understand a sponsor is supposed to help you with the 12 steps. But, to throw someone out for not having a sponsor is backwards. I thought you throw people out if they relapse. But, even when they relapse. You supposed to help them get back in inpatient. Witch some people they do help. An, these are the one's they have favoritism for. Funny how you can be sober. An, get throw out for not having a sponsor. Are they what to put a curfew on you for not having a sponsor. Curfew is 10:00pm. An, if you don't have no sponsor. They try to make your curfew 8:00pm. The start time to leave the house is from 6AM to 10PM. Every time I look up. It's some drama with the staff. Are some drama at the RBH housing. There are only a few staff members that are cool. But, most of them want to play mind games with the patience.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Fred Brown Recovery Services does have high expectations and we've helped thousands of men and women recovery since 1983. We wish you the best on your recovery journey!

Location

Accepted Insurance

Fred Brown Recovery Services – West 19th Street 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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

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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.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) 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.
inpatient iconInpatient
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.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
Intervention services helps family or friends of addicts stage an intervention, which is a meeting in which loved ones share their concerns and attempt to get an addict into treatment. Professional intervention specialists can help loved ones organize, gather, and communicate with an addict. They can guide intervention participants in describing the damage the addict's behavior is causing and that outside help is necessary to address the addiction. The ideal outcome of an intervention is for the addict to go to rehab and get the help they need.
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.
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).
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

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.

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.

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

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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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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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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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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 (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

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.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

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.

Amenities

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  • metro-city iconMetropolitan Area

Accreditations

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: California

Contact Information

Phone icon (310) 833-7400
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856 West 19th Street
310597223
San Pedro, CA 90731

Fact checked and written by:
Linda Dotson
Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

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Laci Edwards
10 months ago
5

I absolutely love there services

Response from the owner7 months ago
Thank you for the comment!
Regina Cotton
1 year ago
5

This place is awesome! They help my brother obtain sobriety after 40 years of using drugs. I wish they had more programs modeled after this recovery program.

Abba Polaris
1 year ago
1

Great program with helpful staff EXCEPT 505 s. Pacific ave. Director "Adrian" He's so rude and handling client like Criminal & human terminal Scabies.I think he's a homicide detective, he always does like that. CEO Roxanna Natale Brown should fire him right away.

Response from the owner1 year ago
We will follow up on your complaint. Please feel free to reach out to us at (310) 519-8723
Tr
1 year ago
1

Do not put your full faith in this program. They will throw you out for not having a sponsor. I understand a sponsor is supposed to help you with the 12 steps. But, to throw someone out for not having a sponsor is backwards. I thought you throw people out if they relapse. But, even when they relapse. You supposed to help them get back in inpatient. Witch some people they do help. An, these are the one's they have favoritism for. Funny how you can be sober. An, get throw out for not having a sponsor. Are they what to put a curfew on you for not having a sponsor. Curfew is 10:00pm. An, if you don't have no sponsor. They try to make your curfew 8:00pm. The start time to leave the house is from 6AM to 10PM. Every time I look up. It's some drama with the staff. Are some drama at the RBH housing. There are only a few staff members that are cool. But, most of them want to play mind games with the patience.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Fred Brown Recovery Services does have high expectations and we've helped thousands of men and women recovery since 1983. We wish you the best on your recovery journey!
j.r king
2 years ago
5

Fred Browns treatment is by far the best treatment center I've been to, and ive been to handful. I'm proud to say its the last treatment I've been a client at. I will forever be grateful for them helping build my foundation of recovery. Big thank you to all the staff and a big thank you to in the sky to Fred Brown for opening the door's to help us with our addiction. My clean date is 12/16/2011 and im still pushing forward on this beautiful journey of recovery... love always J.R.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Congrats on all your recovery success J.R. Come back to our Alumni Meeting Tuesdays at 6:30! We'd love to see you!
Zigmund Capulong
2 years ago
5

I highly recommend this place. The staff is really nice and caring overall excellent.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Thank you Zigmund! Come back and visit us at our Alumni Meeting Tuesdays at 6:30 pm!
Hilario Alanis
2 years ago
2

Response from the owner1 year ago
Are there any complaints we can address Hilario?
William Becerra-Gazca
3 years ago
5

Fred Brown is the best treatment center. My counselor Yesenia Burgos is amazing she s always helpful with anything that I may need. Myrrh Helledy is the best case manager I ve ever encountered. I love the staff and feel lucky to have this opportunity. Thank You Fred Brown!

Response from the owner3 years ago
Thank you William! We love being part of your recovery!
Earl Moore
3 years ago
1

Couldn t even speak to the CEO when I got unfairly discharged. I didn t even have a face to face talk to the CEO/Director. I never relapsed like other clients and still they got a second chance. Staff and Counselors there play favoritism and are very discriminatory against patients. Roxanna Natale-Brown is this mystery woman that no client can seem to talk to or see and she is the CEO . Yesinia the counselor is very unprofessional and should give up being a counselor. When I was discharged she gave me bogus referrals to treatment centers when I was already at their Soberliving and never even relapsed. The whole point of me being in Soberliving is because I transitioned from a treatment center. People have their different experience with Fred Brown, but mine was Horrible, and I don t recommend a friend or family member to go through Fred Brown.

Response from the owner3 years ago
Everyone has their own path in recovery, and we hope yours gets better. It's disappointing to read your comments.We have been serving our community since 1983, helping thousands recover from the disease of addiction. Fred Brown Recovery Services is a non profit organization dedicated to providing a strong foundation for lifelong recovery from the disease of addiction.
Angelique Audelo
3 years ago
5

Response from the owner3 years ago
Thank you Angelique!
Dominic Pennucci
4 years ago
3

Response from the owner1 year ago
Are there any complaints we can address Dominic?
Ohkoverkill
4 years ago
5

Mine too

Response from the owner3 years ago
Thank you James!
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