Awareness Program

Santa Maria, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient

Outpatient center · in Santa Maria, CA.

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Direct line to Awareness Program: 760-342-1233

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About Awareness Program

Outpatient center for young adults with comprehensive substance use treatment, individual counseling, 12-step facilitation, and telemedicine therapy.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

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.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care: Outpatient
Service settings: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches: Motivational interviewing, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Adult women, Adult men
Recovery supports: Self-help groups
Facility operation: Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Self-pay / Cash

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Contact & Location

Address

318 West Carmen Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458

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Facility direct line

760-342-1233

Website

www.theawarenessgroup.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Awareness Program accept Medicaid?

SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 760-342-1233 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 Awareness Program offer?

This facility offers: Outpatient. Service settings include: Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.

Does Awareness Program have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men.

What therapy methods does Awareness Program use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Motivational interviewing, Substance use disorder counseling.

How do I start treatment at Awareness Program?

Call the facility directly at 760-342-1233 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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