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Winding Staircase 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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Direct line to Winding Staircase Recovery: (404) 808-3558

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About Winding Staircase Recovery

Winding Staircase Recovery is a women's sober living home based in Marietta, Georgia, founded by Jenny Novoselsky, an educator and woman in long-term recovery. Motivated by her own journey, she established the home to provide education, love, and support to women in early recovery, aiming to help them build fulfilling, joyful lives. The staff, including the house manager, are all in recovery themselves, bringing personal experience and empathy to their roles. The home offers a safe, structured environment where women can share wisdom and experiences to foster new thinking and behavioral patterns.
The program at Winding Staircase Recovery requires a minimum six-month commitment and includes personalized recovery coaching, career development mentoring, relapse prevention strategies, mindfulness training, and community meetings. Residents engage in weekly one-on-one coaching sessions, attend at least six recovery meetings per week, and participate in community meetings focused on mindfulness and relapse prevention. Additional support includes productivity mentoring, financial literacy education, and encouragement to pursue work, education, or volunteer opportunities.
The facility is fully furnished and designed to foster community with an open-concept kitchen and living area, patio, and proximity to public transportation and employment opportunities. Located just 0.3 miles from The Zone, a Recovery Community Organization, residents have access to a wealth of resources including recovery meetings, coaching, a computer lab, thrift store, yoga, and more. This close partnership enhances the support network available to residents, promoting long-term recovery and personal growth.

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 Winding Staircase Recovery accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Winding Staircase Recovery accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (404) 808-3558 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Winding Staircase 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 Winding Staircase 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 Winding Staircase 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 Winding Staircase Recovery?
Call the facility directly at (404) 808-3558 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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