CLARE MATRIX Healing House

About CLARE MATRIX Healing House

CLARE MATRIX Healing House is a nonprofit addiction treatment program in Santa Monica, California serving adults 18 and older through the broader CLARE|MATRIX continuum of care. Rooted in a mission to provide compassionate evidence based recovery regardless of ability to pay, they combine clinical structure with peer support and a welcoming home like environment.

The program supports men and women as well as LGBTQ adults navigating substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs through detox, residential, and outpatient services.

Non-Medical Detox and Residential Treatment

The Healing House offers gender-responsive residential treatment with stays ranging from 30 to 90 days, alongside non-medical subacute detoxification. As the only detox provider on the Westside of Los Angeles, CLARE|MATRIX brings decades of nonprofit expertise to adults seeking a stable foundation for recovery.

Treatment includes counseling, family sessions, psychoeducation, co-occurring disorders groups, and case management. Clinicians draw on the Matrix Model and CBT, relapse prevention, experiential therapy, and 12-step principles.

Co-Occurring and Dual Diagnosis Support

For adults living with both substance use and mental health challenges, CLARE|MATRIX integrates dual diagnosis care, medication management, and medication-assisted treatment. Crisis intervention and life-skills training with aftercare referrals help clients build sustainable recovery beyond residential care.

Addiction Treatment Programs

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.
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.