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Wish Recovery

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission 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 Wish Recovery: 1 (833) 934-1264

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About Wish Recovery

Wish Recovery treats addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions in a luxury, up-scale home. They welcome 6 clients at a time for a 6:1 staff-to-client ratio. Wish Recovery prioritizes individualized care, beginning with physical and psychological assessments, diagnoses, and a tailored treatment plan. They provide detox, residential care, and an intensive outpatient program (IOP).
Wish Recovery’s team includes physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, and counselors. Their certified addictionologist conducts an initial physical assessment and oversees treatment. Wish Recovery offers 30, 60, and 90 day residential treatment plans. Clients engage in 3-4 weekly individual therapy sessions, group therapy, family therapy, and couples therapy during treatment. Their evidence-based talk therapies include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), strengths-based therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques.
Wish Recovery’s specialty treatment tracks include programs for first responders and professionals. First responders receive trauma-informed, occupation-informed care from treatment professionals. Executives and professionals can join an intensive, fast-tracked recovery program. All clients can bring their phones and laptops if needed.
Wish Recovery offers various holistic and supplementary therapies for comprehensive mind, body, and spirit recovery. These include art therapy, yoga, gardening, IV drip therapy, NAD+ therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), hypnotherapy, biofeedback, and more. They also have an outdoor pool, steam room, sauna, theater, on-site gym, minigolf, and various outdoor games.

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

Contact & Location

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Wish Recovery accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Wish Recovery accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call 1 (833) 934-1264 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Wish 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 Wish 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 Wish 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 Wish Recovery?
Call the facility directly at 1 (833) 934-1264 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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