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Present Moments Recovery

San Marcos, CA

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Detox · Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in San Marcos, CA · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Present Moments Recovery

Present Moments Recovery’s Carlsbad residential and extended care treatment program assists men and women in achieving sobriety, emotional equilibrium, and the development of independent living skills. In a tranquil and welcoming environment that feels "like home," professional clinicians lead their exclusive and thorough drug recovery program. Present Moment’s continuum of care includes detox, residential care, outpatient treatment, and sober living.
Relapse prevention, coping mechanisms, aftercare preparation, medication-assisted therapy, and alumni services are also included in their curriculum. Co-occurring conditions including self-harm, OCD, PTSD, bipolar, anxiety, and depression are all treated with Present Moments Recovery. They use a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as family therapy, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and more.

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 · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Hospital inpatient detoxification, Hospital inpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum 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
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Lofexidine, Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders + 2 more
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, 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; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

1809 Windriver Street, San Marcos, CA 92078

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Facility direct line

(888) 817-4249

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Present Moments Recovery accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (888) 817-4249 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 Present Moments Recovery offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Hospital inpatient detoxification, Hospital inpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Present Moments Recovery have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families.
What therapy methods does Present Moments Recovery use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, 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 Present Moments Recovery?
Call the facility directly at (888) 817-4249 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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