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Sea Change Recovery

Drug Rehab Center in Santa Monica, California

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

Sea Change Recovery is a JCAHO accredited addiction treatment facility offering an array of inpatient, outpatient, detoxification, dual-diagnosis, and intensive outpatient services for individuals recovering from substance abuse, drug addiction, alcoholism, opioid addiction, mental health issues and dual diagnosis.

About This California Facility

Sea Change Recovery, located in Santa Monica, California, is a 12-step focused drug and alcohol rehab for adults. They provide dual diagnosis care, medically supervised detox, and inpatient, outpatient, and aftercare services.

  • Specialized services are available for young adults and individuals with co-occurring addiction and mental health issues.
  • Clients receive round-the-clock medical supervision during detox, with FDA-approved medications prescribed to ease withdrawal symptoms and prevent complications.
  • The inpatient program offers a private, home-like setting with premium amenities, personalized care plans, and comprehensive case management.

In addition to intensive, trauma-informed, CBT-based psychotherapy, Sea Change Recovery emphasizes evidence-based postmodern therapies such as yoga, music therapy, and Muay Thai. The facility is accredited by the Joint Commission and accepts self-pay.

Sea Change Recovery promotes long-term recovery through a robust continuum of care, including intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient, and aftercare services. Clients may receive ongoing counseling, complementary care, peer coaching, career counseling, 12-step program induction, and referrals for medical, mental health, and social service programs.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • Accreditations

    JCAHO

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance abuse is defined by the continued use of drugs or alcohol despite negative consequences, such as legal or work problems. It can be treated using a variety of services, including therapy and medication.

    Substance abuse treatment is beneficial for:

    • People who have been using drugs or alcohol for a long time.
    • People who have been using drugs or alcohol to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression.
    • People who have a mental health disorder in conjunction with substance abuse.
    • People who continue to use drugs or alcohol despite the harmful effects they cause on their own life and the lives of others.
    • People who have had multiple failed attempts at recovery without medical assistance.

    If you believe that addiction treatment is right for you or a loved one, you can contact your primary care physician, or search for addiction treatment centers in your area. Treatment is beneficial to people who are motivated towards recovery, and who understand the benefits of professional care.

    Opioid addiction is the result of repeated use, or abuse, of opioid drugs. It is recommended for people who are dependent on opioids, or who have a high risk for dangerous health concerns, to seek professional treatment. Treatment plans usually include behavioral therapy and medication-assisted treatment.

    Opioid drugs include: fentanyl, heroin, methadone, oxycodone, and oxymorphone.

    Opioid addiction treatment is beneficial for:

    • People who have a history of severe withdrawal.
    • People with a high risk for dangerous health concerns.
    • People having difficulty overcoming opioid addiction on their own.

    There are different kinds of Dual Diagnosis:. A person who simultaneously experiences both a mental illness and an addiction disorder. Or, a person who experiences one or more coexisting (simultaneous) mental health conditions in addition to a primary substance use disorder.

    The treatment requires a multi-disciplinary approach, it’s crucial for individuals to partner up with a healthcare provider who understands all the recovery components.

    Levels of Care Offered at Sea Change Recovery

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Detox, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Detox is the stage of recovery where the drugs or alcohol are entirely removed from your body. There are two different ways to detox, with medications and without. For many drugs and alcohol, the acute phase of detox can be completed in a number of days.

    Inpatient treatment is the most intensive level of care, and it’s necessary for those who aren’t able to control their addiction. These patients also must be drug-free before attending inpatient programs .

    During inpatient treatment, addicts live at an inpatient facility 24 hours a day while receiving help. This type of program is generally recommended for those who need to go through detoxification or who are struggling with serious addiction-related issues.

    An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a form of drug treatment that allows individuals to receive the therapy they need while remaining in their homes and community.

    An IOP is typically 3-5 days per week, at least 4 hours each day of treatment. Treatment can last for a few months or longer, depending on the situation.

    An IOP is a step down from an inpatient treatment center and can be used as a step down from an inpatient stay or as a more intense form of outpatient treatment. IOPs allow for the flexibility to continue working and living at home while still meeting treatment demands.

    The outpatient programs in Santa Monica, CA are for those addicted drugs or alcohol. The goal of the outpatient rehabilitation program is to make them stop abusing drugs or alcohol, reduce drug use or addictive behaviors, and become entirely sober. It is generally required to attend the outpatient program for 10-12 hours every week.

    Patients can be administered on-the-spot medication to ease withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, increased heart rate, and even depression. Groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can be used as a part of outpatient treatment to help maintain sobriety.

    Therapies & Programs

    People in addiction recovery can benefit from individual therapy. This type of therapy involves meeting with a therapist one-on-one. This allows for a personal and trusting relationship to be built so that the patient can be truly themselves and express any emotions they feel. Individual therapy leads to greater understanding and peace about your triggers for addiction and coping strategies to prevent relapse.

    Family therapy is a type of group problem-solving that aims to improve communication and relationships between the patient, their family, and sometimes friends. The main goal of family therapy for drug addiction is to create an environment where communication can occur without judgment, hostility, or blame. The therapist is with the family as they learn to communicate with each other differently, especially with the addict when s/he is using.

    Group therapy sessions are held in rehab facilities, clinics, churches or community centers that offer drug addiction treatment. People who attend these groups are encouraged to voice their feelings and support other addicts in recovery. This helps group members strengthen their own recovery program while cheering on others who are struggling with sobriety.

    Group therapy sessions provide recovering addicts with a chance to cope with everyday situations that many face. Group therapy sessions are held in rehab facilities, clinics, churches or community centers that offer drug addiction treatment.

    People who attend these groups are encouraged to voice their feelings and support other addicts in recovery. This helps group members strengthen their own recovery program while cheering on others who are struggling with sobriety.

    If you’re looking for addiction treatment, it’s important to find a facility that offers trauma therapy. This type of therapy helps people process and understand the past traumas that have led to their addiction. Trauma therapists will work with clients to help them understand their past and present relationships and show them that they are worthy of love. This therapy is typically done using visualization, discussion, and writing down thoughts and feelings.

    Trauma Therapy is a form of therapy that involves working with a patient to help them process and understand the past trauma(s) in their life. This therapy is typically done using techniques such as visualization, discussion, and writing down thoughts and feelings. The main goals of trauma therapy is to help clients express their emotions and talk about what they are feeling.

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps addicts identify faulty, negative thinking so that they can work together with the therapist to find healthier ways of thinking. CBT focuses on specific aspects of each person’s thinking, feeling, physiology, and behavior. It aims to identify specific problems in these areas, and create a personalized treatment strategy.

    Life Skills Services offered at Sea Change Recovery assists addicts in their recovery by teaching them healthy coping mechanisms that will aid them in becoming sober, focussing on helping people enter into, and maintaining long-term sobriety. Sea Change Recovery provide Life Skills Services at varying levels of intensity, specific to the needs and requirements of each patient.

    Benefits of Life Skills Services offered at Drug Treatment Centers in California:
    • Restores hope and empowerment — Helps addicts believe that recovery is possible and instills a new confidence in their ability to achieve a positive, drug-free future
    • Enhances family involvement — Encourages families to get involved in the recovery process and supports their understanding and encouragement of healthy behavior.
    • Increases patient’s compliance — Helps patients take responsibility for and ownership of their recovery and encourages continued progress
    • Reduces relapse rates — Encourages long-term abstinence and emphasizes the importance of establishing sober support systems.

    12-Step Program is used by drug treatment centers to get addicts sober. The treatment is outlined by Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous books which detail the steps drug users need to take in order to get sober. The program is often used as a part of an inpatient or outpatient treatment program and is frequently recommended by doctors.

    The 12 steps typically begin with addicts admitting they need help. They are then guided through the steps by a sponsor, someone who has already struggled to get sober themselves. They will work through physical withdrawal symptoms, identify the problems that led to their addiction and learn how to resist cravings.

    Patient Experience

    Creative Arts

    Creative Arts Therapy is a treatment method for patients of Sea Change Recovery in Santa Monica, California who are victims of addiction to drugs, alcohol, or other substances. Group Creative Arts Therapy sessions help addicts get sober by allowing them to meet and talk with peers who are going through the same problems. This builds trust and helps addicts understand that they are not alone. Depending on the severity of the patient’s drug or alcohol problem, they may attend group creative art therapy sessions or individual sessions.

    Experiential Therapy at Sea Change Recovery

    Experiential Therapy allows addicts to release emotions in a safe environment. The process involves addicts painting their feelings and releasing them on a canvas. LPE – Love, Peace, and Equilibrium is one of the most popular forms of experiential therapy.

    Fitness Therapy

    Fitness therapy is beneficial in drug treatment programs. It provides an alternate coping mechanism for stress, a new outlook on life, and a sense of community and involvement (NIDA, 2002). It is especially useful for those who were formerly involved in organized sports.

    Additional benefits of fitness therapy are enhanced physical appearance, an improved body image, and socialization with like-minded individuals. Due to fitness therapy, patients are less likely to relapse into drug addiction. Fitness therapy leads to a reduction in depression, anxiety, and stress. It can even help to improve memory and concentration.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Sea Change Recovery Location and Directions
    Address Information1831 Wilshire Blvd
    Santa Monica, California 90403 Phone Number(888) 823-3310 Meta DetailsUpdated April 15, 2024
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    Santa Monica, California Addiction Information

    More than 3 million of California's citizens are addicted to illegal drugs. Almost 800,000 people use hard drugs, almost 5 million use marijuana, and another 2.1 million abuse alcohol every year. Other substance abuse issues such as binge drinking and teen drug use are also common. Many illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and marijuana are smuggled into the state from Mexico.

    Santa Monica has one of the highest rates of drug addiction and abuse in the state of California. The majority of people who abuse drugs are between the ages of 18 and 25. 37% of Santa Monica high school students reported drinking alcohol. There are also significant numbers of people abusing prescription drugs, illegal drugs, and over-the-counter drugs. Santa Monica offers inpatient and outpatient rehab, 12-step programs, and holistic therapy.

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