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Sabal Palms Recovery

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

SAMHSA Verified 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 Sabal Palms Recovery

Sabal Palms Recovery Center is a 32-bed residential center with medically supervised detox and discharge planning for continuous care. They take a trauma-informed approach to treatment and create personalized care plans for each client’s unique strengths and recovery needs. Sabal Palms Recovery Center’s private 10-acre campus connects clients to nature and peer support with outdoor activities and amenities.
Sabal Palms Recovery Center begins treatment with an in-depth assessment of each client’s strengths, motivations, health history, mental health, and unique life situation. Staff continuously monitor progress and adjust treatment plans when needed. They provide medical detox to safely help clients with drug and alcohol withdrawals with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) available as necessary. Sabal Palms Recovery Center’s experienced staff include a physician, addictionologist, social workers, counselors, nurses, licensed practical nurses (LPNs), nurse practitioners, behavioral health technicians, recreational therapists, and a dietician.
Sabal Palms Recovery Center strives to treat addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. Trauma-informed therapies and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) address conditions like depression, trauma, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, and self-harm. Clients learn to identify triggers, build life skills, and learn more about mental health conditions and medications with 6 hours of daily therapy. Group therapy occurs daily, with 1:1 therapy provided as often as needed. Clients can also meet daily with their psychiatrist to discuss medications and progress.
Sabal Palms Recovery Center’s 10-acre campus has mature oaks, walking trails, and water features with rivers and a lake. Clients can also enjoy outdoor sports with peers, including volleyball, tennis, basketball, and horseshoes. Sabal Palms Recovery Center allows one hour of daily cellphone use after 10 days in treatment. They provide family therapy as needed. Sabal Palms Recovery Center creates detailed discharge plans for each client and can connect them to less intensive levels of care.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sabal Palms Recovery accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Sabal Palms Recovery accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (866) 352-7813 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Sabal Palms Recovery 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 Sabal Palms Recovery 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 Sabal Palms 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 Sabal Palms Recovery?
Call the facility directly at (866) 352-7813 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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