Phoenix House – Venice Beach

503 Ocean Front Walk
Los Angeles, CA 90291

Phoenix House - Venice Beach Residential and Outpatient Services
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About Phoenix House – Venice Beach

Phoenix House’s Venice Beach Residential and Outpatient Services has alcohol and drug rehab services for men. They’re located in Venice, California. Services include residential, intensive outpatient, and general outpatient programs. They also have medication management and aftercare. They accept Medi-Cal.

Once you’re enrolled, you’ll be placed in a residential program. You’ll get therapy individually and in groups from a case management team. There’ll also be some education classes and relapse planning to improve your health after you leave the program. They want to address not just your addiction, but any mental disorders that might be behind them.

Their center is near Venice Beach, so that’ll mean you’ll have time for some outdoor recreation and reflection near the ocean. There’s also opportunities to look for steady work and get new life skills that’ll make your recovery stronger.

Once you’ve completed your inpatient program, you’ll scale down to an outpatient program. There’s more flexibility and you can recover at home. The intensive outpatient program meets between 10 and 20 hours per week. If you need less commitment, the general outpatient treatment is just a few hours per week. Once that’s done, you’ll have aftercare support, including ongoing peer groups, and referrals to social services to get back on your feet.

Latest Reviews

Wendy Lozano
1 week ago on Google
5
Giovanni Valencia
2 weeks ago on Google
4
Chris Whit
3 weeks ago on Google
5
Phoenix House changed my life. It is a fantastic brotherhood that will help you gain positive relationships; and new friendships. The staff truly cares about you in every way. The Counselors, and Therapists provide you with new skills you can use in recovery. It is a great experience for those who need help with substance abuse. I can so many positive things, but it would take a day to write. If you or a family member need help with getting clean. Come here; you won t be disappointed.

Location

Accepted Insurance

Phoenix House – Venice Beach 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.

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.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

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.
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.
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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
Sober living homes in California offers an intermediate sober environment that has less structure than inpatient rehab but more than typical home environments. This makes it a good option for those who have concerns about transitioning back to the "real world" after treatment. Residents can typically live at the halfway house as long as they want, if they are willing to follow house rules. These may include a curfew, chores, and maintaining a job.
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.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
During the first phase of recovery – detox – it is crucial to have 24-hour clinical care in California. This care provides constant monitoring in order to ensure your safely and comfort as you progress through the withdrawal process for drug or alcohol addiction. Licensed professionals prescribe medications to treat withdrawal symptoms and provide frequent monitoring to ensure your safely as addictive toxins leave your system.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

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.
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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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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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.

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.

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.

For clients who are struggling with ambivalence toward change, motivational interviewing in California can help strengthen their commitment to change. Using a conversational method, the therapist helps you explore your motivations and empowers you to make the changes you desire.

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.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Amenities

  • ocean iconOceanfront Views
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • mountain iconMountain Views
  • hiking-poles iconWalking Trails

Accreditations

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

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

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) 392-3070
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503 Ocean Front Walk
Los Angeles, CA 90291

Fact checked and written by:
Peter Lee, PhD
Edited by:
Anna Spooner

Reviews of Phoenix House – Venice Beach

4.3/5 (39 reviews)
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4.3 (39 reviews)
Wendy Lozano
1 week ago
5

Giovanni Valencia
2 weeks ago
4

Chris Whit
3 weeks ago
5

Phoenix House changed my life. It is a fantastic brotherhood that will help you gain positive relationships; and new friendships. The staff truly cares about you in every way. The Counselors, and Therapists provide you with new skills you can use in recovery. It is a great experience for those who need help with substance abuse. I can so many positive things, but it would take a day to write. If you or a family member need help with getting clean. Come here; you won t be disappointed.

Austin
4 months ago
5

If you're ready to break free from feeling sick and tired all the time, make your way to Phoenix House located right on the Venice boardwalk.

Response from the owner4 months ago
Austin, Thank you for sharing your experience at Phoenix House California. We are inspired by the resilience and hope you and others in this recovery journey go through every day. Thank you for allowing us to be with you on this journey where you will find yourself again and gain the skills and support needed to thrive.
Itsonly Aneon
7 months ago
5

Good brotherhood

Response from the owner6 months ago
Itsonly, Thank you for your review. We are grateful you chose Phoenix House to be part of your recovery journey.
CEELOW 213
9 months ago
5

One of the best rehab program.Highly recomend it. They have one of the best counselors that will help you thru your recovery.

Response from the owner9 months ago
Thank you for your kind words and feedback/ We value your thoughts and hope to continue supporting you in this journey.
Joel Soto
10 months ago
5

Great place I stayed there for 3months

Response from the owner10 months ago
Joel, Thank you for sharing your experience at our program. We will continue to work diligently to support those that need support the most. We are rooting for you and remember that you will always have a community to support you here at Phoenix House.
Alonso Rodriguez
1 year ago
4

I want to start to appreciate all of my fellowships and people i met. They provided me help on studying addiction. And remaining focus on communicating with ourselves to Soberiety during the meetings. They have different activities every week. They do help you with detoxification to cleanse you're body. I did 60 days at Phoenix House, everything went great thanks to my counselor. Now I can I say I'm doing much better on my Soberiety journey ! Thanks to Phoenix House!

Response from the owner9 months ago
Alonso, Thank you so much your feedback. We are grateful and honored you chose Phoenix House to be part of your recovery journey. Know that you will always have a community here to support you.
alexis mota
1 year ago
5

This program is very helpful thank you for helping my Loved ones!

Response from the owner1 year ago
Alexis, Thank you very much for sharing your experience in the services we provided to your loved ones. We are proud to everyday be part of someone s journey to recovery. We know it takes a lot of work, but also know that every person that goes through the program fins the support and skills necessary to succeed.
Eve hide
1 year ago
5

In only a matter of a couple of months my brother has been transformed. He went in a complete mess. Finally agreed to come to this place. Lots of personal attention, counseling, guidance, resources, group activities, tons of meetings, peer support, etc. A miracle has ocurred. Thank you. I firmly believe phoenix house in venice beach gave my brother a new lease on life. Staff seemed super great. Respe. From what i seen....seemed as if a brotherhood vibe. Thanks again for what you do.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Dear Yvette, Thank you for your honest and heartfelt feedback. Knowing that your brother has a new lease on life is all that we can ask for. Every day we strive to remind people of their worth, their power and ability to heal and move on. We are proud of the staff that provide the services necessary to help clients succeed throughout their journey. We will continue to root for your brother and thank you for being part of his tribe to succeed.
Joey Romano
1 year ago
5

I went through the program in 2010 and I have stayed sober ever since, I especially want to thank Carol and Simon Dahi for the support and for working with me to defeat my demons and get a fresh start at life. I recommend this place to anyone serious about making a change in your life, excellent program and staff support.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Dear Joey, Thank you very much for sharing your positive experience at Phoenix House Venice Beach. We commend you for showing up for yourself and seeing your worth. We are privileged to have walked alongside you in your path to recovery, we thank you and will continue to root for you.
Matias Bernardi
1 year ago
5

Response from the owner1 year ago
Dear Matias, Thank you very much for your positive review. We, at Phoenix House hope your experience was positive and appreciate your thoughtfulness in letting others know.
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