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Avalon Malibu

Malibu, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission

in Malibu, CA.

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About Avalon Malibu

Located right on the sunny Pacific coast, Avalon Malibu offers luxury rehab for those struggling with mental disorders and substance abuse, as well as co-occurring disorders. They are licensed to treat any mental illness from PTSD to depression as the primary disorder, and they treat a wide range of substances like alcohol, cocaine, and opiates. Their philosophy is to focus on potential rather than pathology, creating a more flexible model. In addition to their evidence-based program, they incorporate experiential therapies like Chinese medicine, herbs, and neurofeedback with mindfulness practices, like meditation, yoga, and qi gong. Avalon Malibu offers a variety of treatment plans including non-medically supervised drug and alcohol detox, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and aftercare addiction treatment.
Avalon not only offers both holistic and integrative therapies, but they also offer healing activities like aquatic activities, art therapy, massages, and journaling. They have 2 different beautiful houses all on the coastline for the different types of programs: the Grand House for those struggling with psychiatric disorders and the Cottage House for substance abuse treatment. Avalon is accredited by both The Joint Commission and CARF, and also accepts most types of private insurance.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Avalon Malibu accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (866) 626-0162 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Avalon Malibu offer?
Does Avalon Malibu have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Avalon Malibu use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Avalon Malibu?
Call the facility directly at (866) 626-0162 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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