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Visions Teen Residential Treatment

33335 Mulholland Hwy
Malibu, CA 90265
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About Visions Teen Residential Treatment

They offer ten beds at this location which makes for a low patient to staff ratio. I view this as a positive, because it means you’ll receive more attentive care than at a larger facility. They describe their campus as scenic, overlooking the beautiful hills of northern Malibu.

Through therapy, medication, and continued care, you can expect a lot from Visions and their team of medical professionals. Their location has a large garden that can help you feel calm and comforted while you pursue treatment and recovery. They have a holistic approach to therapy, and seek to achieve results through a combination of medication, therapy, and appropriate adjunct programs. The average length of stay is 45 to 90 days.

You’ll participate in experiential therapies and develop recovery focused life skills to teach you how to cope, make healthy decisions, and maintain your wellness and sobriety. Former clients have praised the program, with one person calling it a “sanctuary of healing.” Some complain though that the care wasn’t up to standard.

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Facility Overview

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Latest Reviews

Kelly Buchanan
2 weeks ago on Google
5
I went to Visions for treatment when I was 16 in 2005. I just celebrated 20 years clean and sober this October. I cannot imagine a better treatment center (although that is not the way I felt my first month or so there). They do an incredible job in every aspect- family therapy, mental health, 12 step etc. Getting sober has been by far the best thing that’s ever happened to me, and the foundation for a great life. Visions got me off to the strongest possible start on my sobriety journey, and I feel so fortunate that I was able to go there for treatment. I would highly recommend Visions to anyone looking for treatment for their child.
Turk O'Connor
2 months ago on Google
5
My son Aidan, Was a patient at Visions Latigo and Mulholland facilities. It was probably the most difficult time in my life, my family’s life, and certainly my son’s life. Our whole family’s experience with Visions, the care and love That we all received will never be forgotten. I will be grateful forever to Visions for saving my son‘s life! He is now sober Seven years is a fireman in Malibu! We are building contractors and when both of the Malibu facilities burned in the Wolsey Fire Visions team asked us to help rebuild both the facilities. My son, Aidan Worked side-by-side with us to rebuild the Mulholland facility where he had once been a patient. The Mulholland facility is now open and thriving and so is my son! Thank you with all my heart to all of the wonderful Visions staff❤️
Lauren Brock
2 months ago on Google
5
As someone who has referred many clients to Visions over the years, I can say their consistent level of success is unmatched. The communication and support they provide to young adults and their families truly stands apart. Visions has a remarkable way of connecting with kids that not only builds trust but also helps move the healing process for families forward in meaningful ways.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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. Visions Outpatient Wellness Center provides services ranging from private practice therapy to intensive outpatient programming. The center provides a relationally based, clinical program to meet client objectives on an individual, group and family basis. This level of care is often the introduction to the therapy process or a continuing care option for adolescents and their families.

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements. The structure at Visions Residential is a safe, supportive, intensive program filled with daily activities that help the resident come to terms with their problems and begin to make positive choices that will lead them to a healthy and productive life. Variations in length of stay determined by severity of symptom profile, psychosocial stressors, and global assessment of functioning upon intake and admission and during course of treatment. Visions residential treatment facilities embody a quiet and supportive environment. Tucked away in the hills of Malibu, their facilities sit on 25 acres of land nestled in the utmost privacy and comfort. Latigo, their Mediterranean Style home, creates a feeling of nurturance and growth. Mulholland, their original facility, is a comfortable home-like setting. Each facility offers residents a safe, rural surrounding with remote access to the public. Their staff is supportive and their landscape sets the tone for a healthy, rigorous atmosphere.

Rehab aftercare programs offer clients in addiction recovery a robust continuum of care after clients have completed active treatment. These services address recovery as a life-long process and are designed to evolve with clients' changing needs. Clients may partner with their case managers and/or addiction recovery team to identify the rehab aftercare services that are right for them. They may receive career counseling, housing assistance, peer coaching, 12 step program induction, among many other services.

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).

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.

During the first phase of recovery – detox – it is crucial to have 24-hour clinical care in California. This care provides constant monitoring in order to ensure your safely and comfort as you progress through the withdrawal process for drug or alcohol addiction. Licensed professionals prescribe medications to treat withdrawal symptoms and provide frequent monitoring to ensure your safely as addictive toxins leave your system.

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.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

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.

Programs

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 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.

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

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

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.

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.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

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.

EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

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.

Substances can prevent the absorption of nutrients and cause damage to your body's systems. Nutrition therapy in California addresses the deficiencies in vitamins and minerals that are caused by substance abuse.

Creativity is inherently healing, and can help those in recovery express thoughts or feelings they might not otherwise be able to. Creative arts therapy can include music, poetry/writing, painting, sculpting, dance, theater, sandplay, and more. Unlike traditional art, the final product matters far less than the experience of creation and expression itself.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

The goal of nicotine replacement therapy in California is to mitigate the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. It cuts down on your cravings by supplying a small dose of nicotine without exposing your body to the toxins of cigarette smoke.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Dr. Amanda Shumow, CADC III, PsyD

Founder

Chris Shumow

Founder

John Lieberman, AMFT, APCC, I-O, Psyc.

CEO

Dr. Adam Silberstein, Psy.D

Clinical Director

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

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
Accreditation Number: 584199

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) is a professional association that represents organizations in the field of addiction services. Founded in 1978, NAATP's mission is to advance addiction services and ensure that high-quality addiction treatment is available and accessible.

NAATP Member: Yes
Member ID: 621

Contact Information

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33335 Mulholland Hwy
Malibu, CA 90265

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Kelly Buchanan
2 weeks ago
5

I went to Visions for treatment when I was 16 in 2005. I just celebrated 20 years clean and sober this October. I cannot imagine a better treatment center (although that is not the way I felt my first month or so there). They do an incredible job in every aspect- family therapy, mental health, 12 step etc. Getting sober has been by far the best thing that’s ever happened to me, and the foundation for a great life. Visions got me off to the strongest possible start on my sobriety journey, and I feel so fortunate that I was able to go there for treatment. I would highly recommend Visions to anyone looking for treatment for their child.

Turk O'Connor
2 months ago
5

My son Aidan, Was a patient at Visions Latigo and Mulholland facilities. It was probably the most difficult time in my life, my family’s life, and certainly my son’s life. Our whole family’s experience with Visions, the care and love That we all received will never be forgotten. I will be grateful forever to Visions for saving my son‘s life! He is now sober Seven years is a fireman in Malibu! We are building contractors and when both of the Malibu facilities burned in the Wolsey Fire Visions team asked us to help rebuild both the facilities. My son, Aidan Worked side-by-side with us to rebuild the Mulholland facility where he had once been a patient. The Mulholland facility is now open and thriving and so is my son! Thank you with all my heart to all of the wonderful Visions staff❤️

Lauren Brock
2 months ago
5

As someone who has referred many clients to Visions over the years, I can say their consistent level of success is unmatched. The communication and support they provide to young adults and their families truly stands apart. Visions has a remarkable way of connecting with kids that not only builds trust but also helps move the healing process for families forward in meaningful ways.

Amanda Dicker
3 months ago
5

Visions is an incredible program that goes above and beyond for the adolescents and families they serve. The staff is highly compassionate and genuinely invested in each resident’s well-being.

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