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Lion Recovery

Van Nuys, CA

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient MAT Telehealth

Detox · Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Van Nuys, CA · Accepts Private · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Lion Recovery

Lion Recovery provides detox and residential treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. The detox program typically lasts 7 to 10 days, and includes individual, group, and family therapy, as well as goal-setting, life skill education, and relapse prevention. Lion Recovery offers medication-assisted treatment to ease withdrawal symptoms, and offers 12-Step facilitation during the program. Lion Recovery also provides intervention counseling and services for families with loved ones suffering from addiction.

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 · Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential, Residential detoxification, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adolescents, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Medications used
Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Assistance with obtaining social services, 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: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

14945 Bassett Street, Van Nuys, CA 91405

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Facility direct line

(323) 381-5242

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lion Recovery accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (323) 381-5242 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 Lion Recovery offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Residential detoxification, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification.
Does Lion Recovery have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Lion Recovery use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Lion Recovery?
Call the facility directly at (323) 381-5242 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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