
At a Glance
Location
15519 Crenshaw Boulevard, Gardena, CA 90249
Phone
310-679-9031 x1235Website
http://www.bhs-inc.orgPrimary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
Special Programs
About Behavioral Health Services South Bay Family Recovery Center
Behavioral Health Services South Bay Family Recovery Center offers outpatient addiction treatment and mental health services in Gardena, California. Part of a 26-site recovery network, this family-focused recovery center provides individual, group, and family therapy with connections to drug-free transitional living options across Southern California.
Behavioral Health Services South Bay Family Recovery Center operates as a community-based outpatient clinic in Gardena, serving Los Angeles County and the broader South Bay region since 1973. This recovery center functions as part of a comprehensive 22-26 site network spanning Los Angeles County and Southern California, creating extensive connections for individuals and families navigating substance abuse treatment.
The center provides outpatient program services including individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy sessions for adults, adolescents, and older adults dealing with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders. Their family recovery center model emphasizes treating addiction as a family disease, with dedicated programming for family members alongside primary clients. The facility maintains extended operating hours Monday through Saturday to accommodate working adults and families in recovery.
This recovery center takes a family-systems approach to addiction treatment, recognizing that successful long-term recovery often requires addressing family dynamics and providing support to all affected members. The therapeutic framework incorporates multiple modalities delivered through both individual and group settings, with specialized services for older adults and HIV/AIDS prevention integrated throughout their broader network.
Families and individuals choose this center for its established community presence and network connections that extend well beyond initial treatment. The facility accepts Medicaid and Medicare, making addiction treatment accessible to diverse populations across the South Bay area. Their network provides drug-free transitional living options, creating a continuum of care that supports clients from early recovery through long-term sober living arrangements throughout Southern California.
Outpatient Programs and Recovery Community Network
Behavioral Health Services South Bay Family Recovery Center delivers outpatient addiction treatment through an established network model that has served Southern California communities since 1973. The center provides individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy sessions designed to address substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders among adults, adolescents, and older adults.
This recovery center operates within a 22-26 site network across Los Angeles County, creating natural pathways for clients to access additional resources, peer connections, and continuing care options. The network structure enables seamless transitions between different levels of support while maintaining therapeutic relationships and community connections essential for long-term recovery success.
Family-Centered Addiction Treatment Approach
The family recovery center model at this Gardena location recognizes addiction's impact on entire family systems, not just individual clients. Family therapy sessions address communication patterns, enabling behaviors, and healing processes that support both primary clients and affected family members throughout the recovery journey.
This approach creates stronger recovery foundations by involving families as active participants rather than passive observers. The center's programming acknowledges that sustainable recovery often requires addressing family dynamics, improving relationships, and building healthy support systems that extend beyond formal treatment periods.
Aftercare and Sober Living Network Connections
Through their extensive Southern California network, clients gain access to drug-free transitional living options that bridge the gap between intensive treatment and independent living. These sober living connections provide structured environments where individuals can practice recovery skills while maintaining employment, education, or family responsibilities.
The network's aftercare support extends across multiple locations, allowing clients to maintain recovery community connections even when relocating within the region. This geographic flexibility helps sustain long-term recovery by ensuring continued access to peer support, alumni networks, and professional guidance regardless of life changes or transitions.
Accessibility and Community Integration
Located in Gardena with extended weekday hours and Saturday availability, the center accommodates working professionals and families managing complex schedules while pursuing recovery. Medicaid and Medicare acceptance removes financial barriers that often prevent individuals from accessing needed addiction treatment services.
The facility's integration within Los Angeles County's behavioral health infrastructure creates natural connections to additional resources including specialized older adult services and HIV/AIDS prevention programming. This comprehensive approach addresses multiple health concerns that often accompany substance use disorders, providing clients with coordinated care across various health and social service systems.
Why Choose Behavioral Health Services South Bay Family Recovery Center
- Part of established 26-site recovery network providing seamless transitions across Southern California
- Family recovery center model treating addiction as a family disease with dedicated family programming
- Drug-free transitional living connections available throughout their extensive network
- Specialized services for older adults and diverse populations within integrated care system
- 50+ years of community presence with Medicaid/Medicare acceptance for accessible care
Frequently Asked Questions
What outpatient programs are available at this recovery center?
The center provides individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy through their outpatient program model. Services address substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders for adults, adolescents, and older adults.
How does the family recovery center model work?
This approach treats addiction as a family disease, providing dedicated family therapy alongside individual treatment. Family members receive support and education while participating in the healing process, creating stronger foundations for long-term recovery success.
What aftercare support is available through their network?
Clients gain access to drug-free transitional living options throughout the 22-26 site network across Los Angeles County and Southern California. This creates continuity of care and peer support connections that extend well beyond initial treatment.
What insurance does the recovery center accept?
The facility accepts both Medicaid and Medicare for addiction treatment services. This makes outpatient programs accessible to individuals who might otherwise face financial barriers to recovery care.
What are the operating hours for outpatient services?
The center operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, with Saturday hours from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. These extended hours accommodate working adults and families managing treatment alongside other responsibilities.
Who can receive treatment at this recovery center?
The facility serves adults, adolescents, older adults, and families dealing with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders. Specialized older adult services are available through their broader network.
How long has this addiction treatment center been operating?
Behavioral Health Services has served the community since 1973, providing over 50 years of addiction treatment and mental health services. This established presence creates deep community connections and proven treatment approaches.
What makes this different from other outpatient programs?
The center's integration within a 26-site network provides unique continuity of care and geographic flexibility. Clients can access resources, sober living options, and peer support across multiple Southern California locations while maintaining their primary therapeutic relationships.
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