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Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Sun Valley, CA addresses substance use disorders, alcohol addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions for adults throughout the San Fernando Valley and Southern California.
Elevate Wellness Center provides this care at our Rialto Street facilities through programs co-founded by Erica Spiegelman, who combines evidence-based clinical protocols with the proprietary Rewired curriculum designed specifically for emotional regulation and addiction recovery.
Our Sun Valley facility holds Joint Commission accreditation, DHCS licensing, CLIA certification, American Society of Addiction Medicine recognition, and LegitScript Certification. We specialize in treating alcohol, benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium, Klonopin), fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, opioids (prescription painkillers), prescription medication abuse, gambling addiction, and sex addiction.
Our integrated dual diagnosis approach treats co-occurring anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, PTSD, OCD, panic disorder, borderline personality disorder, and schizophrenia simultaneously with substance use disorders.
Our clinical team integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) throughout programming, with Medical Director and Nurse Practitioner oversight for comprehensive medication management.
Our Sun Valley facility offers Medical Detoxification (7-10 days) with 24-hour medical supervision and Residential Treatment providing 6 hours of structured daily programming seven days per week.
We accept clients on a same-day basis when clinically appropriate, eliminating extended wait lists. Our 1:1 staff-to-client ratio ensures personalized attention throughout recovery across our three properties at 12037, 12039, and 12041 Rialto Street. The Rialto Street locations provide convenient access to Burbank, North Hollywood, Glendale, and the eastern San Fernando Valley.
We provide weekend community integration activities, including Santa Monica Pier and Malibu beach outings, museum visits, and sober recreation throughout Los Angeles. Our team provides on-site medical detoxification with physician oversight and comprehensive medication-assisted treatment for both addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Clients receive ongoing family therapy throughout treatment, comprehensive aftercare coordination with PHP/IOP/OP providers nationwide, and in-network coverage with all major private insurance plans, including TRICARE for veterans.
The benefits of our Sun Valley drug and alcohol rehab include:
Our Medical Detoxification Program at our Sun Valley facility operates 24 hours per day with continuous medical and nursing supervision. Detox provides medical stabilization with an average length of stay of 7-10 days, with extensions to 10-21 days based on medical necessity.
The program serves adults requiring medically supervised withdrawal from alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, and other substances at our Rialto Street locations. Medical Detoxification includes physician oversight, medication-assisted treatment protocols, 24-hour nursing care, individual therapy sessions, and group therapy participation.
Licensed medical professionals and nursing staff provide comprehensive monitoring throughout the detoxification process in gender-specific accommodations at our Sun Valley facility.
Our Residential Treatment Program at Sun Valley operates seven days per week with 6 hours of structured daily programming from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Residential treatment provides intensive therapeutic intervention as part of a comprehensive 35-day program designed for sustained recovery.
The program serves adults with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and trauma histories requiring 24-hour structured support at our Rialto Street properties. Residential Treatment includes morning meditation, step work groups, daily recovery reflections, relapse prevention programming, CBT and DBT groups, the proprietary Rewired curriculum, psychoeducation, trigger identification, art and music therapy, physical wellness activities, and evening attendance at 12-step meetings.
Licensed clinical staff, therapists, behavioral health technicians, and case managers support clients throughout the residential experience at our Sun Valley facility.
Our Sun Valley facility coordinates referrals to our nationwide network of external PHP providers for clients returning to home states or continuing care locally in Los Angeles. PHP serves clients stepping down from residential treatment at our Rialto Street locations who need intensive daily support through external providers.
Our case management team arranges seamless transitions to preferred PHP partners, coordinates sober living facility placement, transfers medical records, and provides warm handoffs, ensuring treatment continuity. We maintain relationships with PHP providers throughout Los Angeles and nationwide, with a preference for keeping clients local when clinically appropriate.
Our Sun Valley facility coordinates referrals to external IOP providers in clients’ home states or the local Los Angeles area as part of comprehensive aftercare planning. IOP serves clients completing residential programming at Rialto Street who require continued therapeutic support while reintegrating into their communities.
Our case managers arrange placements with preferred IOP providers throughout California and nationwide, coordinate sober living facilities in the San Fernando Valley and greater Los Angeles, and facilitate clinical documentation transfers. We work with IOP partners to ensure seamless step-down care transitions following residential treatment completion.
Our Sun Valley facility coordinates referrals to external outpatient providers, community therapists, psychiatrists, and long-term aftercare resources in clients’ home states or the local Los Angeles area. The outpatient program serves individuals completing intensive programming at Rialto Street who need established community-based support systems for sustained recovery.
Our case management team maintains relationships with outpatient providers nationwide, arranges warm clinical handoffs, transfers treatment records, and ensures clients have external therapists and support services before discharge. We recognize that clients need more than just residential treatment for successful recovery, making extensive aftercare coordination fundamental.
Our dual diagnosis programming at Sun Valley addresses substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions through integrated treatment rather than sequential approaches. Dual diagnosis treatment serves clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia, or other mental health conditions alongside addiction.
Programming consists of psychiatric evaluation and ongoing medication management, trauma-focused therapy modalities, evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT), and specialized groups addressing both conditions simultaneously. Our Medical Director, Nurse Practitioner, and licensed therapists provide comprehensive treatment for both addiction and mental health throughout the client’s stay at our Rialto Street facility.
Our medication-assisted treatment protocols at Sun Valley integrate FDA-approved medications with behavioral therapies for opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
MAT services are Medical Director oversight with weekly minimum consultations, Nurse Practitioner medication management, psychiatric medications for dual diagnosis conditions, and ongoing monitoring for medication effectiveness and side effects. All medication decisions involve collaborative discussion between medical providers, therapists, and clients to ensure appropriate evidence-based pharmacological support throughout recovery at our Rialto Street locations.
Our proprietary Rewired curriculum, developed by co-founder Erica Spiegelman, provides specialized programming exclusively at Elevate Wellness Center locations, in addition to our Sun Valley facility. Rewired delivers 10 core modules addressing emotional regulation, stress management, self-awareness, trigger identification, healthy boundaries, personal accountability, and neuroplasticity in addiction recovery.
The curriculum serves all residential clients at our Rialto Street facilities through dedicated group sessions integrated into daily programming. Rewired programming encompasses structured workbook materials, experiential exercises, skills practice, and application of concepts to individual recovery challenges. Licensed therapists trained in the Rewired methodology facilitate all curriculum groups at our Sun Valley location.
Our veteran programming at Sun Valley provides trauma-informed care with specialized therapists, such as Green Beret specialists who understand military-specific experiences. Veteran services address combat trauma, PTSD related to military service, veteran-specific triggers, and reintegration challenges.
Programming comprises weekly specialized therapy sessions with veteran therapists, trauma processing specific to military experiences, coordination with VA benefits and services, and TRICARE/TriWest insurance facilitation. Veterans receive additional clinical attention tailored to service-related trauma and the unique recovery needs of former military personnel at our Rialto Street facility.
The advantages of working with Elevate Wellness Center in Sun Valley are listed below:
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Our Sun Valley facility operates three separate properties at 12037, 12039, and 12041 Rialto Street, each housing comfortable residential treatment environments designed for healing and recovery. The Rialto Street locations provide home-like settings with carefully designed spaces supporting therapeutic programming and intimate community living. This multi-property atmosphere creates recovery-focused environments rather than institutional clinical settings.
Our group therapy spaces at Rialto Street accommodate clients with comfortable seating arranged in circles, promoting peer connection and open sharing. Natural lighting, calm therapeutic environments, and thoughtfully designed layouts support the vulnerability required in group work. These dedicated spaces at our Sun Valley facility ensure meaningful group sizes where every client can participate and develop authentic peer relationships essential for recovery. The three-property configuration creates multiple small therapeutic communities during residential treatment.
Private counseling offices at our Sun Valley facility provide a confidential space for weekly individual therapy sessions addressing trauma, family issues, and personal recovery planning. Each office at Rialto Street features comfortable seating, soundproofing, and a safe environment for sensitive clinical work. Privacy and confidentiality are essential for the therapeutic trust necessary for deep psychological processing. Clients work one-on-one with licensed therapists at our Sun Valley location to address underlying issues driving addiction in comfortable, private settings.
Our Sun Valley facility includes outdoor spaces around the Rialto Street properties for walking, fresh air breaks, and connection with nature during scheduled breaks between programming sessions. Clients access outdoor areas throughout the day when needing to decompress or take brief mental health breaks. The Southern California climate allows year-round outdoor access. These spaces at our Rialto Street locations recognize that recovery involves physical wellness and environmental connection, not just indoor therapy sessions.
Common areas at our Sun Valley facility facilitate peer connection during meal times and between therapeutic sessions. These spaces at Rialto Street include comfortable seating, dining areas, kitchen access for snacks and beverages prepared by our in-house chef, and welcoming atmospheres for fellowship. Informal peer interactions build the recovery relationships and community support essential for lasting change. The multi-property layout at our Sun Valley facility provides diverse common spaces for community building and genuine friendships during residential treatment.
Our Sun Valley facility offers gender-specific room assignments with 2 clients per room across all three Rialto Street properties. Property 12037 features shared room accommodations for 2 clients with a private bathroom. Properties 12039 and 12041 each contain 3 bedrooms with 2 clients per room, each bedroom equipped with its own private bathroom. All rooms at our Sun Valley facility feature gender-specific assignments, ensuring appropriate therapeutic boundaries. Every room includes private bathroom access for maximum privacy and convenience. Comfortable, home-like bedrooms at Rialto Street demonstrate that recovery can include dignity, comfort, privacy, and quality living environments.
Choosing a drug and alcohol rehab in Sun Valley, California, means selecting a facility trusted by patients, families, referring physicians, and San Fernando Valley community recovery organizations.






Your Path to Healing Starts Here
A private, no-pressure call where the admissions coordinator learns about your needs, answers your questions, and helps determine the right level of care.
You’ll meet with our team for a full intake assessment to create a personalized plan based on your needs and recovery goals.
Within 48 hours, our medical director evaluates you to ensure you receive the right medications, psychiatric care, and medical support from the start.
Your case manager handles documentation and support services while your therapist guides and adjusts your treatment as you move through each level of care.
You need professional addiction treatment if you’ve lost control over your substance use despite negative consequences. Key indicators include failed attempts to quit on your own, continued use despite health problems or relationship damage, tolerance requiring increasing amounts, withdrawal symptoms when you stop, and escalating life consequences. Professional treatment at our Sun Valley facility becomes necessary when self-directed attempts repeatedly fail, when medical supervision is needed for safe withdrawal, or when co-occurring mental health conditions complicate addiction. Our clinical assessment determines if our Rialto Street facilities provide the appropriate treatment environment.
Our Sun Valley facility at Rialto Street features three separate properties providing multiple accommodation options, making it our most diverse location. The key distinguishing feature is that every room at our Sun Valley location includes its own private bathroom, representing the highest bathroom privacy standard across all New Spirit Recovery facilities. Our Rialto Street properties maintain gender-specific room assignments with 2 clients per room, ensuring appropriate therapeutic boundaries. The Sun Valley location sits close to Burbank’s entertainment district with convenient access from both the 5 and 170 Freeways. Clients at Rialto Street receive the same evidence-based programming, Rewired curriculum, veteran programming, dual diagnosis treatment, and clinical expertise as all New Spirit Recovery facilities, with the added benefit of private bathrooms in every room.
To get to the Sun Valley facility from LAX or Burbank Airport, our admissions team coordinates direct transportation to our Rialto Street location. The drive from LAX typically takes 40-50 minutes via the 405 North to the 5 North, while the drive from Burbank Airport takes about 10-15 minutes via local routes. We arrange ground transportation for out-of-state clients and monitor your travel until you arrive safely, and for local clients, our Sun Valley facility is easily accessible from both the 5 and 170 Freeways.
Your family can visit you at our Sun Valley facility during designated visitation times throughout your residential stay at Rialto Street. The convenient location makes it easy for families throughout Burbank, North Hollywood, Glendale, Pasadena, and the eastern San Fernando Valley to visit without traveling to remote locations. Family therapy is provided throughout your treatment stay at our Sun Valley facility, not just during designated “family weekends.” Our clinical team at Rialto Street maintains ongoing family involvement, conducts family sessions, and educates families about supporting your recovery.
The room options available at the Sun Valley facility include gender-specific shared rooms with two clients per room across our Rialto Street properties. Every room has its own private bathroom for added privacy and convenience. Assignments are based on gender, clinical appropriateness, and availability, creating appropriate therapeutic boundaries in a comfortable, home-like residential setting.
You need medical detox at the Sun Valley facility if you are physically dependent on alcohol or benzodiazepines, as withdrawal can be dangerous without supervision. Opioid withdrawal is usually not life-threatening but is very uncomfortable, so detox at Rialto Street provides medical support and comfort medications. Our Sun Valley facility offers on-site medical detox with 24-hour nursing and physician oversight for an average of 7-10 days, and our admissions team determines detox necessity based on your substance use history.
Treatment at the Sun Valley facility is designed to minimize disruption to your employment. Our team assists with FMLA coordination and short-term disability paperwork, and many clients use medical leave, vacation, or personal time without disclosing treatment details. Residential care at Rialto Street lasts about 35 days including detox, making it feasible for professionals to take leave while protecting their job and confidentiality.
The medications offered at the Sun Valley facility include detox support, medication-assisted treatment, and psychiatric medications for co-occurring mental health conditions. At Rialto Street, our Medical Director and Nurse Practitioner provide comfort medications, taper protocols, MAT, and psychiatric options such as antidepressants, non-benzodiazepine anti-anxiety medications, mood stabilizers, and medications for PTSD and related conditions. Every client receives a psychiatric evaluation within 24 hours, with ongoing medication management and weekly physician consultations.
After treatment at Sun Valley, you transition into a structured aftercare plan that supports long-term recovery. Planning begins at intake and intensifies during your final weeks at Rialto Street, with coordinated step-down to PHP, IOP, and outpatient programs in Los Angeles or your home state. Our Sun Valley clinical team connects you with therapists, psychiatrists, sober living options, and 12-step meetings throughout the San Fernando Valley, with full documentation and warm handoffs to ensure continuity of care.
Treatment costs at Sun Valley depend on your insurance coverage, with in-network benefits providing the most affordable access to our Rialto Street locations. For PPO plans, out-of-pocket expenses usually include deductibles, coinsurance, and copays. Our admissions team verifies coverage in real time, accepts most major private insurance plans including TRICARE and TriWest for veterans, offers self-pay options when needed, and provides full cost transparency before admission.
Yes, you can bring your phone to the Sun Valley facility, and phone use is allowed during designated times and in common areas at Rialto Street. Phones are not permitted during therapy sessions or programming to maintain focus. Approved access allows you to stay connected with family, employers, and support systems while prioritizing your recovery.
You should bring a valid photo ID, your insurance card, prescription bottles with a current medication list, and comfortable clothing for daily activities at our Sun Valley facility. Pack toiletries, athletic wear, and any court documents if applicable. Our admissions team provides a full packing list before arrival at Rialto Street, and we can help arrange necessities if something is forgotten. Leave valuables, large amounts of cash, and any weapons at home.
On your first day at the Sun Valley facility, you complete intake paperwork, receive full clinical and medical assessments, and meet your care team. A licensed clinician reviews your substance use history, mental health, medical needs, and goals, while nursing staff completes medical evaluations and withdrawal screening. You tour your assigned Rialto Street property, meet other clients, enjoy your first chef-prepared meal, and may attend your first group session.
To help a loved one access treatment at our Sun Valley facility, educate yourself that addiction is a medical disease, not a moral failing. Express concern from love when they’re sober, discussing specific behaviors you’ve observed. Avoid enabling—don’t give money, make excuses, or rescue them from consequences. Research our Rialto Street facilities in advance so you’re ready with information when they express readiness. If they agree to treatment, contact our admissions team immediately for potential same-day admission to our Sun Valley location before motivation fades. The convenient Sun Valley location near Burbank makes accessing treatment easier for eastern San Fernando Valley families.
Elevate Wellness Center’s Sun Valley drug and alcohol rehab facility operates at three separate properties: 12037, 12039, and 12041 Rialto Street, Sun Valley, California 91352. Our Rialto Street locations sit near the 5 Freeway and 170 Freeway with convenient access throughout the eastern San Fernando Valley. The facility provides easy highway access for clients throughout Los Angeles County.
Our Sun Valley location serves as a central hub for eastern San Fernando Valley communities seeking addiction treatment. We serve Burbank (5 minutes), North Hollywood (8 minutes), Glendale (10 minutes), Pacoima (10 minutes), Arleta (7 minutes), Panorama City (10 minutes), and Van Nuys (12 minutes). Our Rialto Street facilities provide convenient access throughout the eastern San Fernando Valley with minimal drive times.
Our reach from Sun Valley extends throughout Los Angeles County, in addition to Pasadena (15 minutes), Eagle Rock (15 minutes), Highland Park (12 minutes), Los Feliz (18 minutes), Sherman Oaks (15 minutes), Studio City (12 minutes), and Downtown Los Angeles (20 minutes). We also serve clients from Santa Clarita (20 minutes), La Cañada Flintridge (15 minutes), and Altadena (20 minutes).
California residents throughout the state can access our Sun Valley treatment facility, with clients commonly traveling from San Diego (2-3 hours), San Francisco Bay Area (6-7 hours by car or 1-hour flight to Burbank/LAX), Sacramento (6-7 hours), and Central Coast communities. We accept clients from throughout the United States, coordinating transportation from Burbank Airport (10-15 minutes) or Los Angeles International Airport (40-50 minutes) to our Rialto Street locations.
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