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Confidential Recovery

San Diego, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission PHP IOP Telehealth

PHP · IOP · Telehealth center · in San Diego, CA · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Confidential Recovery

Located in San Diego, California, Confidential Recovery is an intensive outpatient program (IOP) treating adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. This Joint Commission accredited center provides an array of evidence-based and holistic therapies in a safe and confidential setting. Their team of professional staff provide therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement therapy (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Additionally, they bring in outside professionals who facilitate sessions of yoga, music therapy, and hypnotherapy. As a 12-Step based program, clients are required to attend at least 3 outside meetings per week with a recovery group of their choice like AA, SMART, or Refuge Recovery.
Confidential Recovery offers support to the veteran community of San Diego. The Veterans program includes evidence-based therapies, family therapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, yoga, group therapy, and treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The program is staffed by a veteran in recovery, providing a lived experience touch to the program. Confidential Recovery partners with TriWest and is recognized as a Veterans Affairs Patient-Centered Community Care (VAPC3) provider. Confidential Recovery also offers an IOP through telehealth, allowing clients to receive treatment with greater flexibility.

Private for-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
PHP · IOP · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

4420 Hotel Circle Court, San Diego, CA 92108

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Facility direct line

(619) 452-1200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Confidential Recovery accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (619) 452-1200 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 Confidential Recovery offer?
This facility offers: PHP, IOP, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Confidential Recovery have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Confidential Recovery use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Confidential Recovery?
Call the facility directly at (619) 452-1200 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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