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National Capital Trt and Recovery - Independence House

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Overview

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Located in the heart of Arlington, Virginia, Independence House provides low-intensity residential treatment for adults in a safe, sober home setting. The program blends trauma-informed care, individual and group counseling, and coordination with county mental health services. Residents receive support with medications for addiction treatment, case management, and transportation assistance. With a focus on stability, the program connects clients to employment, housing, and community recovery resources, helping individuals build independence in a structured, supportive environment.

Address

1723 Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22209

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Ages Served

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

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Long-term residential
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • Young adults

Residential Care Focused on Stability

Independence House offers low-intensity residential treatment for adult men and women in Arlington, Virginia. The program provides a safe, sober living environment where residents can continue recovery while working toward supportive employment and stable housing. Around-the-clock care ensures consistency and accountability during this stage of treatment.

Trauma-Informed, Evidence-Based Services

Treatment is grounded in trauma-informed practices and evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, twelve-step facilitation, anger management, and the Matrix Model. Services include individual and group counseling, psychoeducation, and family involvement when appropriate. Residents also have access to health education, HIV and hepatitis counseling, and screenings for physical health concerns.

County Partnerships and Medication Support

The program coordinates closely with Arlington County resources for mental health services, medications for addiction treatment (MAT), and case management. Medication options may include buprenorphine, naltrexone, disulfiram, and acamprosate, along with support for co-occurring mental health needs. Integrated primary care services and suicide-prevention programming extend the scope of support, connecting treatment with broader healthcare needs.

Practical Supports in an Urban Setting

Beyond clinical care, Independence House addresses barriers that can impact long-term recovery. Residents receive transportation assistance for essential appointments and services. Recovery support includes peer mentoring, housing services, self-help groups, and employment counseling or training. Located in a city environment, the program offers proximity to community resources and opportunities, helping people transition from treatment to stable, independent living.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Magellan
  • Other Private Insurance
  • Medicaid
  • State 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 not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Long-term residential
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

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

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Help with transportation
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • 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
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Mental health screening
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Activities

  • Job training
  • Volunteering opportunities

Settings

  • City

Policies

  • No vaping allowed
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Quality and Trust

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Trust Score

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Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

CARF reviews rehab programs to make sure they provide respectful, effective, and personalized care. For addiction treatment, CARF uses standards developed with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), so this accreditation shows the program follows trusted, evidence-based guidelines for treating substance use.

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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.