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Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse - Adult Residential Treatment Services

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Overview

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Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse’s Adult Residential Treatment Services (ARTS) in Santa Barbara, California offers a structured, intimate program for adults recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. With 24/7 withdrawal management, daily therapy, and trauma-informed care, clients build stability, skills, and a foundation for lasting recovery.

Address


Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • Spanish
  • Sign language
  • English

Treatment

  • Hospital inpatient detoxification
  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Long-term residential
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Mental health disorders

Trauma-Informed Care

Clients receive individualized treatment plans developed through clinical and medical assessments. Therapy combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), the Matrix Model, Living in Balance, and Relapse Prevention with daily 12-Step meetings and counseling. These approaches help clients manage triggers, improve emotional regulation, and rebuild healthy routines. Treatment is trauma-informed and integrates mental health care for clients recovering from relapse or co-occurring conditions.

Structured Discharge Planning

Discharge planning begins at admission, creating a personalized roadmap for each client’s recovery. Counselors review and update these plans throughout treatment to ensure readiness for transition back into the community. Clients are connected with outpatient programs, 12-Step groups, and sober living options before discharge. The program emphasizes early engagement with aftercare to sustain progress and reduce relapse risk.

Connecting Clients to Real-Life Support Outside of Treatment

Case management connects clients with essential community resources to support long-term stability. Counselors coordinate referrals for health care, employment services, mental health treatment, and housing assistance. Staff help clients address practical needs such as transportation and legal or social service coordination.

A Welcoming Space to Begin Again

In an intimate setting with 24/7 staff support, the environment allows clients to receive attentive care and participate fully in treatment. Daily structure, balanced meals, and wellness activities promote physical and emotional healing. Trauma-informed care fosters safety and dignity for individuals rebuilding after relapse or crisis.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • State insurance
  • Some Private Insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does offer Payment assistance
  • Does offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Hospital inpatient detoxification
  • Hospital inpatient treatment
  • Long-term residential
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Community reinforcement plus vouchers
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Healthy meals

Activities

  • Fitness activities

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust


Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
Call 805-963-1836

How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.