Start Your Recovery Journey with Confidence and Compassion

At California Detox & Recovery Center, we recognize that the path to healing often involves more than addressing substance use alone. Many of our clients struggle with co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder. Our admissions process is designed to welcome individuals with complex needs into a supportive, clinical, and healing environment—beginning the moment you reach out.

Our Admissions Process

Initial Contact

Reach Out Any Time


Whether you're calling for yourself or someone you care about, we’re here 24/7. You can contact us via:



Our admissions specialists are ready around the clock to provide immediate support.

Begin Admissions
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Pre-Screening Assessment

Understanding Your Needs
One of our admissions specialists or clinicians will conduct a brief and confidential clinical intake to understand your unique situation. We’ll gather information about:

  • Mental health history
  • Substance use (if applicable)
  • Medical conditions and medications
  • Current symptoms and challenges


Insurance & Financial Guidance
Our financial team works with you to verify insurance benefits or discuss private pay options, including deductible details and flexible payment plans.


Clinical Fit
Our Medical and Psychiatry Team ensures that our level of care matches your medical, psychological, and emotional needs.

Clinical Approval

Reviewed by Experts
Each case is reviewed by our Clinical Director or Physician to ensure a safe and appropriate placement.


Medical Clearance
If necessary, recent lab work or documentation from your provider or hospital may be requested before admission.

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Coordination & Logistics

Making It Easy to Join Us

Once approved, our admissions coordinators help arrange travel and, when needed, assist with transportation to our facility.

Paperwork & Consent

We make the paperwork process simple. Clients (or their guardians) may begin completing necessary documents online or upon arrival, including: Consent to treatment, HIPAA privacy acknowledgments, Releases of information (ROI) for coordination with outside providers, and Program guidelines and agreements. Our team walks you through each step with transparency and care.

What to Bring

  • Valid ID
  • Insurance card
  • Prescribed medications (in original packaging)
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Personal hygiene items (alcohol-free)
  • Comfort Items such as favorite snacks, blankets/pillow, pictures, etc.

What to Leave at Home

  • Drugs, alcohol, or any contraband
  • Weapons
  • Expensive jewelry or valuables
  • Outside food and drinks

Admission & Arrival

A Warm Welcome

From the moment you arrive, our staff ensures you feel supported and safe. You'll go through a comprehensive intake process that includes:



  • Medical and psychiatric evaluations
  • Vital signs and withdrawal assessment
  • Safety screening
  • Urine drug screen and toxicology panel

Belongings Check & Inventory

Personal items are inventoried in accordance with our safety policies.

Medication Reconciliation

Our nursing team reviews your medical history and medications, beginning withdrawal management as needed.

Therapeutic Orientation

You’ll meet your Clinical Care Team and be introduced to the daily schedule, therapeutic expectations, and our on-site amenities—including a tour of the facilities and our chef-curated menu.

Support Every Step of the Way

Throughout your entire admissions experience, our clinical team members are by your side—supporting both you and your loved ones with sensitivity and compassion. We understand how challenging this step can be, and we are honored to walk this path with you.



Our integrated approach to treating co-occurring disorders ensures that you receive personalized, comprehensive care from the first phone call to every step of your healing journey.

BEGIN TODAY

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