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The Encino Recovery & Detox Center

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Detox PHP IOP MAT Telehealth

Detox · PHP · IOP · MAT center · in Cardiff by the Sea, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About The Encino Recovery & Detox Center

The Encino Recovery & Detox Center offers upscale amenities that foster a peaceful and welcoming environment ideal for recovery and reflection. They treat addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions with programs tailored specifically for executives and couples. The relational model of care emphasizes connection, relationships, and a loving reintroduction to the self. The facility features exclusively private rooms, gourmet dining options, fitness amenities, and tranquil outdoor areas, all designed to enhance the experience and help clients feel comfortable as they undergo treatment. The aim is to equip clients with the necessary support, tools, and relationships to rebuild their lives, enhance their connections, and flourish both personally and professionally.
Treatment begins at The Encino Recovery & Detox Center with a thorough evaluation to assess all detox and psychiatric mental health needs providing valuable insight into the potential root cause of each client's addiction. Their services include medically supervised detox with 24/7 nursing care and residential treatment addressing substance addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, trauma/complex trauma/PTSD, self-harm and more. Multidisciplinary staff provide evidence-based care, individual therapy, group therapy, peer support, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
The Encino Recovery & Detox Center uses evidence-based, evidence-led therapies to treat addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. These include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), internal family systems therapy (IFS), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), neurofeedback, trauma-informed CBT, Gestalt therapy, clinical hypnotherapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. Trauma-informed clinicians provide inclusive care for healing. They also offer psychoeducation, anger replacement therapy (ART), and educational/occupational support for clients beginning or restarting work/school. The Encino Recovery & Detox Center provides discharge planning and help with referrals. Clients also join a robust alumni program led and supervised by Encino’s therapists.
The Encino’s upscale residential treatment facilities – The Bungalow and The Moonshade – provide clients with a peaceful setting to focus on recovery. The seclusion, outdoor spaces, therapy space and privacy truly give this treatment center a spa-like appeal. Clients reside in private rooms with impressive living and sleeping spaces, including in-home entertainment and laundry service. Outdoors, clients enjoy green areas, a sun deck, and a jacuzzi. A chef trained under Wolfgang Puck provides gourmet cuisine focused on nutrition. Clients can also prioritize their physical health with massage, fitness and yoga instruction, and use of the strength and cardio equipment.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

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
Detox · PHP · IOP · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone 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
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Veterans, Active duty military, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medication for mental disorders, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
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: Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Encino Recovery & Detox Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, The Encino Recovery & Detox Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (833) 951-0638 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does The Encino Recovery & Detox Center offer?
This facility offers: Detox, PHP, IOP, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification.
Does The Encino Recovery & Detox Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Veterans, Active duty military, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
What therapy methods does The Encino Recovery & Detox Center 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 The Encino Recovery & Detox Center?
Call the facility directly at (833) 951-0638 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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