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About California Prime Recovery Drug & Alcohol Rehab Orange County
California Prime Recovery Drug & Alcohol Rehab Orange County in Fountain Valley, California, has earned The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Behavioral Health Care. They provide a wide range of treatment for substance use disorders, addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions. The outpatient treatment program includes three levels of care — a partial hospitalization program, an intensive outpatient program, and a traditional outpatient rehabilitation treatment.
They also offer a flexible evening intensive outpatient program to allow you to meet your family and work or educational obligations during the daytime. Your program begins with an assessment that forms the foundation of your personalized treatment program. This may start with medication assisted treatment which uses FDA approved medications to reduce withdrawal symptoms. MAT can also be used in ongoing treatment to reduce cravings and the potential for relapse.
They provide options for drug court programming to reduce recidivism and a pet friendly sober living environment. Their mental health program addresses co-occurring mental health conditions in similar outpatient programming. They provide psychiatric stabilization treatment center and supportive housing when your primary diagnosis is a mental health condition.
Their treatment approaches include evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy, alongside holistic treatments including neurofeedback, vocational development programming, adventure therapy, nutritional therapy, art therapy, and equine therapy, among others. They treat a variety of substance use disorders and mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, dissociative disorders, and post traumatic stress disorders. They work with most major insurance companies in the area and will verify your insurance before treatment begins.
Latest Reviews
Cpr has been a safe place with empathy they are attached to great sober livings .
They were always congruent. They have great outings Nate dog the surf class was awesome. The food was hit or miss but maybe they have figured out. Overall I would recommend this program. Plus its orange county the sobriety capital of the world.
Response from the owner2 days ago
Hi Clint,<br><br>Thank you for taking the time to leave California Prime Recovery a review, we wish you the best!
California Prime Recovery is truly a top-notch facility that goes above and beyond in supporting their clients. The houses are always clean, well-maintained, and provide a comfortable and safe environment for recovery. The staff is exceptional—House Managers Shanon, Kurt, and Jeremy are caring, dependable, and always there when you need them.
Program Director Wilson leads with compassion and dedication, making sure every client gets the individualized attention they need. Case Manager Dani is incredibly supportive and attentive, helping clients navigate their recovery journey with empathy and professionalism.
The techs and group facilitators also play a huge role in making the program effective. Their knowledge, consistency, and encouragement create a strong foundation for personal growth and lasting sobriety. I’m truly grateful for the entire team at California Prime Recovery—they make recovery possible and sustainable. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner2 days ago
Hi Robin,<br><br>Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our Orange County Rehab facilities. We wish you the best!<br><br>- California Prime Recovery
I've been here and it changed my life, from peer support to staff support, and programs w/ benefactors that help to support and assist with issues regarding substance or mental health. California Prime will forever be a highlight of my life. I have many friends from there that create a lasting bond of a lifetime. I love each and every counselor, staff member, and client that I have met or worked with. I love California Prime and if you are in recovery, or seeking sobriety help, this IS thee place for you!
Response from the owner2 days ago
Hi Jeffrey,<br><br>Thank you for taking the time to leave California Prime Recovery a review, we wish you the best! 
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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient programs are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
California Prime Recovery's iOP meets 1 hour for typically 2 days a week.
Inpatient Inpatient rehab provides intensive treatment for clients exiting detox, those in early recovery, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Unlike outpatient drug rehab, clients receiving inpatient care reside at the facility for the duration of the program. The length of stay may range from two weeks to 18 months or more, depending on the client's needs and the program's design. Inpatient treatment typically involves extensive addiction education and recovery-focused life skills training.
Intensive Outpatient Intensive Outpatient programs are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.
California Prime Recovery's iOP meets 3 hours for 5 days a week.
12-Step 12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).
Sober Living Homes Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.
Intervention Services When an individual is in denial about their substance use disorder, their loved ones may organize a drug intervention in California. This effort involves gently but assertively confronting the individual about their substance use and sharing how it has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist may also attend this gathering. Their expertise with intervention services can prove helpful in guiding the conversation to a positive result.
Partial Hospitalization Program Commonly known as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive form of outpatient treatment where clients meet during the day and return home in the evening. PHP treatment doesn't require 24-hour care and often serves as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or a step-down after a residential program. With PHP treatment, you can receive daily support for 6 to 8 hours which includes evidence-based therapies and medication management. The cost of PHP treatment typically varies but averages 90 days.
Medically Assisted Detox When addicted, quitting your drug of choice suddenly can be dangerous. That's why experts agree a medically assisted detox is the safest way to remove addictive substances from the body. Usually done in an inpatient setting, your vitals signs and overall well being are consistently monitored and rechecked in order to keep you safe and ensure the detox is successful.
Treatments
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Clinical Services
Cognitive behavioral therapy in California is a method that therapists often use for the effective treatment of substance use disorders. It is based on the principle that substance abuse stems from unhelpful ways of thinking and patterns of behavior, which can be changed by helping the individual learn better ways of coping.
While participating in dialectical behavior therapy in California, you'll focus on four key areas of skill development: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Treatment includes weekly individual and group sessions.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
For clients who are struggling with ambivalence toward change, motivational interviewing in California can help strengthen their commitment to change. Using a conversational method, the therapist helps you explore your motivations and empowers you to make the changes you desire.
Trauma therapy is a structured approach used by therapists to help you heal from a past traumatic event. Your therapist works with you to identify the traumatic memory and process the information so you experience emotional healing and a sense of safety and stability.
The goal of couples therapy in California is to strengthen the couple's relationship. The therapist may take one or more approaches to counseling which may include the Gottman method, emotionally focused therapy, behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic couple's therapy.
Eye Movement Desensitization And ReprocessingFamily therapy offers a platform for members to have an open dialogue about the challenges that addiction has placed on the family unit. Through guided sessions, therapists can help families develop healthy communication skills and address unresolved issues. By working together toward a common goal, they help to support their loved one's sobriety.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Karynne Witkin
Chief Executive Officer
Stephen Carmel
Founder
Dr Alejandro Alva, MD
Medical Director & Psychiatrist
Alyssa Mueller, LCSW
Clinical Director
Kayli Sullivan
Director of Administration
Wilson Mamian
Operations Manager
Accreditations
LegitScript has reviewed California Prime Recovery Drug & Alcohol Rehab Orange County as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.
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State License: California
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Contact Information
(949) 539-0865 
17330 Newhope Street
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Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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