CLARE MATRIX Admissions and Prevention

About CLARE MATRIX Admissions and Prevention

CLARE|MATRIX Admissions and Prevention in Santa Monica, California is a nonprofit provider offering outpatient addiction treatment on the Westside of Los Angeles.

Located at 1002 Pico Blvd., this site serves as the Santa Monica outpatient hub within a broader CLARE|MATRIX continuum that also includes detox, residential and prevention services.

Operating since 1970, the organization helps adults and adolescents build a foundation for long term recovery through evidence based care.

Outpatient Addiction Treatment at CLARE|MATRIX Santa Monica

The Santa Monica outpatient center provides Intensive Outpatient (IOP), standard Outpatient (OP), recovery support and prevention and initial engagement services for adults ages 18 years and older.

This includes men, women, and LGBTQ clients. Specialty tracks support teens and young adults, pregnant and parenting women, Veterans, people involved with the criminal justice system and individuals with co occurring mental health conditions.

Programming is anchored in the internationally recognized Matrix Model, integrating relapse prevention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, contingency management, family therapy, psychoeducation and 12 Step support.

Clients also have access to medication assisted treatment, individual and group therapy, case management, telehealth options and onsite medical care.

Your Path Through Outpatient Care

Initial engagement and assessment through 24/7 admissions support.
Personalized treatment planning matched to IOP or OP level of care.
Active participation in Matrix Model groups, individual therapy and MAT if appropriate.
Relapse prevention, family involvement and life skills development.
Ongoing recovery support services and community resource connections.

Additional Services and Payment Options

Beyond outpatient care, CLARE|MATRIX offers prevention programming for adolescents, recovery support services, telehealth and harm reduction access including free Narcan kits and fentanyl test strips through an onsite vending machine.

The facility accepts Medi Cal, most private insurance plans and self pay. CLARE|MATRIX states it turns no one away due to inability to pay and offers grant funded programming for uninsured or under insured clients.

Begin Your Recovery Journey

CLARE|MATRIX in Santa Monica combines evidence based outpatient treatment, MAT and harm reduction in one accessible community location.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
If you’re ready to overcome alcohol use disorder, an alcohol rehab in California can give you the tools you need. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an alcohol program will help you build a new lifestyle based on healthy coping mechanisms, better relationships, and a new way of thinking about life.
Dual Diagnosis
Many people with addiction issues also have a mental health diagnosis, which is known as a dual diagnosis. Be sure to find a rehab in California that can treat both. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a dual diagnosis program will offer specific support for your mental health needs alongside traditional substance use treatment.
Opioid Addiction
The goal of an alcohol rehab in California is to give you the tools and skills you need to achieve long-term recovery. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that opioid misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without substance use long-term.
Adult Program
An adult program in California addresses the unique needs of adults, such as finding secure housing, building a career, and raising a family. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Men's Rehab
Choosing a men’s rehab in California can be a great way to manage gender-specific issues while also addressing substance use. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a men’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Women's Rehab
If you’re a woman struggling with substance use, consider a women’s rehab program in California. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a women’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Young Adult Rehab
Young adult rehabs in California address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients transition into adulthood. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a young adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.

Insurance Coverage

Self-pay options
Paying the full cost of rehab in California yourself is called self-pay. Some people write a check, some electronically send payment to the treatment center, and others get a medical loan. There may be different fee structures depending on the level of care.
Private insurance
Paying for rehab in California is easier if you use private insurance. Keep in mind that coverage levels may vary, and it’s important to try to find a center that’s in-network with your plan. Be sure to ask about your out-of-pocket costs, such as copayments and deductibles.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
There are multiple options for addiction treatment in California. During inpatient treatment, you live at the facility and are able to focus on creating a new way of life. During inpatient treatment, clients are able to work on their recovery through counseling, activities, and holistic treatment like mindfulness, art therapy, and more.

Therapies

Group Therapy
Attending group therapy in California is a way to overcome shame and isolation, helping you establish long-term recovery. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and group therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients support each other, provide accountability, and relate to each other’s experiences.
Individual Therapy
During individual therapy in California, clients work with a professional to address specific individual concerns. Some of the topics covered in individual therapy include developing healthy coping skills, addressing past events that may have played a part in substance use, and building a support network.