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SHAWL Women's House

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About SHAWL Women's House

SHAWL (Support for Harbor Area Women’s Lives) is a non-profit residential center located in San Pedro, California. It offers a 4-month structured program for adult women recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. SHAWL helps women heal from substance use, mental health challenges, and domestic violence while working toward independence and stability.
Women take part in individual counseling, group therapy, relapse prevention, and life skills classes. Therapies such as art, meditation, anger management, and parenting support help women build confidence, manage stress, and prepare for long-term recovery.
Their program includes unique services like job readiness training, HIV/health education, financial literacy, and “Strides in Recovery” exercise groups. SHAWL also offers referrals, court advocacy, and workshops throughout the year. These extras help women rebuild their lives, grow stronger, and stay on track after leaving the program.

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.

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Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does SHAWL Women's House accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 310-521-9310 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 SHAWL Women's House offer?
Does SHAWL Women's House have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does SHAWL Women's House use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at SHAWL Women's House?
Call the facility directly at 310-521-9310 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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