Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Addiction Treatment in Los Angeles, CA is delivered by New Spirit Recovery and Elevate Wellness Center at 17856 Cathedral Pl, Encino, CA 91316. MAT combines FDA-approved medications with addiction-specialty counseling and psychiatric oversight. The program serves adults 18 and over with opioid use disorder or alcohol use disorder and integrates with the Rewired curriculum and evidence-based therapy modalities.
MAT at New Spirit Recovery serves adults 18 and over after medical detox, during active substance use, or when prior care at lower levels has not produced sustained stabilization.
Programming focus during the early phase is post-acute stabilization. The on-site psychiatric provider establishes the medication regimen and the assigned licensed clinician integrates counseling alongside pharmacological treatment.
Clinical presentations admitted include recent detox completion, co-occurring mental health conditions requiring daily monitoring, elevated relapse risk, chronic relapse patterns after outpatient attempts, polysubstance use, and medication management needs beyond outpatient capacity.
MAT integrates FDA-approved medications with counseling. Length of stay is determined by clinical course; step-down to continued MAT or supervised taper is supported when clinical stabilization is sustained.
MAT visits include scheduled medication management appointments with the on-site psychiatric provider, individual counseling with the assigned licensed clinician, group therapy participation when clinically indicated, and psychiatric monitoring sessions.
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) curriculum rotates through eight-week cycles covering emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness.
Individual therapy occurs weekly with the assigned licensed clinician and addresses clinical content, trauma history, and treatment-plan work. Session formats include in-office therapy, walk-and-talk, and creative therapeutic approaches.
Pre-appointment preparation includes prescribed medication adherence, completion of therapeutic homework, and clinical content review for the upcoming session.
Arrival and check-in occur with clinical staff who assess current clinical state.
Medication management sessions with the on-site psychiatric provider review medication response and adjust the regimen based on clinical course.
Individual therapy sessions address current clinical content and treatment-plan work.
Group therapy participation supports applied skill use when multiple clients are scheduled.
Psychiatric consultation addresses complex clinical content when indicated.
Discharge from the visit includes session summary and next appointment scheduling.
Off-visit time supports applied skill use. Clients take prescribed medications on schedule, attend mutual-aid meetings (AA, NA, SMART Recovery, or similar), complete therapeutic homework, maintain household and employment routines, practice CBT and DBT skills introduced in counseling, and contact the on-call clinical line in the event of a clinical crisis or medication concern.
MAT is indicated for adults 18 and over with opioid use disorder or alcohol use disorder who require FDA-approved medication treatment combined with addiction-specialty counseling. Outpatient MAT medications include buprenorphine (Suboxone), naltrexone (Vivitrol), and acamprosate.
MAT uses FDA-approved medications including buprenorphine (Suboxone), naltrexone (Vivitrol), and acamprosate. The medications are evidence-based for craving reduction and relapse prevention. Medications address the pharmacological component of substance use disorder; counseling addresses the cognitive and behavioral components.
Visits are scheduled to accommodate continued employment, household, and educational responsibilities during active treatment. Visit frequency adjusts from weekly to monthly based on clinical stabilization.
The on-site Nurse Practitioner conducts a comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluation at intake. The provider reviews medical history, current medications, and treatment needs. Medication initiation begins after intake when clinically indicated.
Dual diagnosis treatment integrates psychiatric medication management for major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder alongside MAT for substance use disorder. Treatment is coordinated through a single coordinated treatment plan per the SAMHSA standard.
DBT teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. CBT addresses cognitive patterns associated with substance use. Trauma-focused therapy addresses underlying trauma content when clinically indicated. MAT pairs counseling with the medication regimen.
Licensed clinicians deliver 60-minute weekly individual therapy sessions. Sessions address treatment-plan goals, trauma history, and individualized clinical content alongside the MAT medication regimen.
Family therapy sessions address household communication patterns, boundary setting, and recovery-supportive household structure. Monthly family education groups continue indefinitely after MAT completion.
Clinical assessment and admission scheduling typically complete within 24 to 48 hours when medical necessity is documented and insurance authorization is approved. Same-day admission is available when clinically appropriate.
Alumni services include weekly virtual support groups, monthly family education, quarterly social events, the alumni Facebook community, and resource coordination. Alumni programming continues indefinitely after MAT completion.
Insurance verification confirms MAT coverage before treatment begins. The admissions team coordinates with major private health insurance carriers to support continuity of coverage across the MAT course.
The Los Angeles facility houses clinical group rooms that accommodate small group sizes during MAT programming. Group rooms include comfortable seating and natural lighting that support clinical engagement. Nutrition support services integrate alongside medication stabilization.
Individual therapy offices support 60-minute weekly individual sessions with the assigned licensed clinician. Case management offices support employment coordination, housing referral, and aftercare planning. A dedicated medication management room supports Nurse Practitioner evaluations, vital sign monitoring, and medication education.
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The integrated admission assessment includes a comprehensive clinical evaluation. The evaluation determines MAT appropriateness, medication history, co-occurring mental health conditions, and immediate safety planning.
Medical evaluation reviews withdrawal symptoms, current substance use patterns, and prior treatment history.
The treatment plan establishes measurable goals for symptom stabilization, craving management, medication adherence, and early skill acquisition.
The Nurse Practitioner conducts a medical evaluation at intake and establishes the medication regimen for addiction treatment and psychiatric symptom management.
Engagement with the MAT curriculum occurs through scheduled medication management appointments, individual therapy, and group therapy when clinically indicated.
DBT skills training covers emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness.
Individual therapy addresses trauma processing, cognitive restructuring, family-of-origin work, and individualized relapse-prevention planning specific to medication-assisted recovery.
Case management coordinates employment support, housing stability, and legal-issue documentation.
Skill application during MAT includes applied CBT and DBT techniques during everyday clinical content, craving management between visits, and applied communication skills with family members.
Progress monitoring tracks medication effectiveness and therapeutic skill use across visits.
Household relationship indicators improve as recovery stabilizes, including reduced household conflict and improved professional functioning.
Medication optimization establishes the effective regimen for addiction medications and psychiatric conditions, including side-effect management.
Aftercare planning establishes continuation through continued MAT or supervised taper protocol, external therapist referrals, psychiatrist coordination, and community-resource connection.
Step-down planning considers clinical progress and ongoing medication needs.
Discharge criteria include symptom stabilization, medication adherence, safety-plan completion, regimen establishment, and aftercare-resource coordination.
External provider referrals connect clients with ongoing individual therapy and psychiatric medication management when continuity outside the New Spirit Recovery continuum is preferred.
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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) at New Spirit Recovery and Elevate Wellness Center combines FDA-approved medications with addiction-specialty counseling for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder. The admissions team conducts clinical screening 24 hours a day and completes insurance verification during the initial call. Call the admissions team to begin verification and ASAM assessment.
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MAT is an ongoing outpatient modality. Visit frequency typically ranges from weekly to monthly based on clinical stabilization.
Length of stay is determined by clinical progress, medication response, co-occurring conditions, and treatment-plan goal achievement.
Clinical assessments occur regularly and determine continued MAT appropriateness versus readiness to step down to a supervised taper protocol.
MAT supports continued full-time employment. Scheduled appointments are arranged around work schedules. Evening and weekend visit options are available when clinically appropriate.
The flexible visit structure supports continued employment during active treatment.
MAT costs depend on insurance coverage, plan benefits, deductibles, copays, and coinsurance rates per the individual policy.
In-network status with major private health insurance carriers reduces out-of-pocket costs for medication and counseling services.
The admissions team provides free insurance verification that establishes exact coverage before treatment begins.
Most major private health insurance plans cover MAT when medically necessary. MAT is recognized as evidence-based standard care for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder.
Coverage requires prior authorization documented through the comprehensive clinical assessment and treatment history.
The admissions team verifies benefits and submits authorization requests before admission.
MAT counseling sessions are available through a secure HIPAA-compliant video platform. Certain medication-management appointments require in-person attendance per applicable regulations.
Hybrid attendance combining in-person and virtual visits is supported when consistent with the treatment plan.
MAT differs from other levels of care in visit structure, supervision intensity, and medication focus.
| Treatment Level | Hours per Week | Setting | Supervision Cadence | Medication Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT | Variable (scheduled visits) | Outpatient | Visit-based | FDA-approved addiction medications |
| Outpatient (ASAM 1.0) | 1 to 2 | Outpatient | Weekly | Limited medication support |
| IOP (ASAM 2.1) | 9 to 12 | Outpatient | Weekly | Coordinated medication management |
| PHP (ASAM 2.5) | ~30 | Outpatient | Daily | Comprehensive medication management |
| Residential (ASAM 3.5) | 168 | Residential | 24/7 | Continuous medical supervision |
Family members participate through individual family therapy sessions and monthly family education groups covering codependency, enabling behaviors, communication patterns, and family-recovery principles.
Monthly family education groups are free and continue after MAT completion.
Family participation supports household stability across the loved one’s clinical course.
Most clients step down to continued MAT or a supervised taper protocol after sustained clinical stabilization. Step-down maintains therapeutic support with reduced visit frequency.
The clinical team coordinates external therapist and psychiatrist referrals before discharge when clients require different geographic locations or specialized services outside the integrated continuum.
Alumni programming supports continuing community connection.
MAT is indicated for adults 18 and over with opioid use disorder or alcohol use disorder. Outpatient MAT medications include buprenorphine (Suboxone), naltrexone (Vivitrol), and acamprosate, combined with addiction-specialty counseling.
New Spirit Recovery and Elevate Wellness Center operate small-facility residential and outpatient programs with limited capacity. The clinical team integrates the Rewired curriculum and evidence-based therapy modalities alongside the FDA-approved MAT medication regimen. The 1:1 staff-to-client ratio supports individualized clinical attention.
New Spirit Recovery and Elevate Wellness Center are in-network with major private health insurance carriers in Los Angeles, CA. Insurance verification is completed during the initial call. Medicaid and Medicare are not accepted; cash pay is available.
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MAT at New Spirit Recovery and Elevate Wellness Center is delivered at 17856 Cathedral Pl, Encino, CA 91316, in the San Fernando Valley with direct access to US-101 (Ventura Freeway). The site serves clients across the Greater Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.
The facility houses clinical group rooms, individual therapy offices, case-management spaces, a dedicated medication management room, and common spaces. On-site parking is available.
Drive times from surrounding communities include Sherman Oaks (8 minutes), Van Nuys (12 minutes), Woodland Hills (15 minutes), Tarzana (18 minutes), Studio City (20 minutes), North Hollywood (22 minutes), Calabasas (25 minutes), Beverly Hills (28 minutes), West Hollywood (30 minutes), Burbank (32 minutes), Glendale (35 minutes), Santa Monica (40 minutes), Pasadena (45 minutes), Thousand Oaks (50 minutes), and downtown Los Angeles (55 minutes).
From US-101 (Ventura Freeway), take the Balboa Boulevard exit south. Continue to Cathedral Place and turn left. The facility is at 17856 Cathedral Pl, Encino, CA 91316. On-site parking is available.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) at New Spirit Recovery and Elevate Wellness Center combines FDA-approved medications with addiction-specialty counseling for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder. The admissions team conducts clinical screening 24 hours a day and completes insurance verification during the initial call. Call the admissions team to begin verification and ASAM assessment.