
At a Glance
Location
224 East Clara Street, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Phone
310-589-2880Primary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
Special Programs
About Passages Ventura
Passages Ventura is a CARF-accredited residential treatment and medical detox center located in Port Hueneme, California, offering one-on-one therapy and dedicated detox rooms for adults navigating substance use and co-occurring disorders. The facility operates around the clock and accepts a wide range of private insurance plans, TRICARE, and self-pay, making structured residential recovery accessible to those ready to commit to lasting change.
Passages Ventura is a residential addiction treatment center and medical detox facility situated at 224 East Clara Street in Port Hueneme, California, in Ventura County. Accredited by CARF and open 24 hours a day, the center describes itself as a safe and pleasant healing sanctuary where a comprehensive, customized treatment experience is built around each person from the moment they arrive. For people evaluating long-term recovery options rather than a quick fix, Passages Ventura positions itself as a place where the full continuum — from medically supported withdrawal through residential recovery — happens under one roof.
The center's confirmed levels of care are Medical Detox and Residential Treatment. Dedicated detox rooms on-site mean that clients beginning their recovery do not need to transfer between facilities before moving into the residential phase of treatment. This seamless progression from medically supervised detox into full residential programming is a practical advantage for people whose priority is continuity and stability during the earliest, most vulnerable stage of sobriety.
At the core of Passages Ventura's treatment approach is an emphasis on one-on-one therapy, which the facility itself identifies as one of the most important components of treatment. Upon arrival, each client is assigned a therapist, ensuring that individual attention is built into the structure of care from day one. The center also addresses trauma, PTSD, and co-occurring mental health disorders alongside substance use, reflecting a dual-diagnosis treatment framework that recognizes addiction rarely exists in isolation.
Passages Ventura specifically serves individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, making it one of a limited number of residential treatment programs in California with a confirmed commitment to this population. The facility accepts a broad range of insurance carriers — including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Kaiser, Optum, and TRICARE — alongside self-pay options, extending access to military families and civilians alike. Co-founded by Pax Prentiss, Passages Ventura draws on a treatment philosophy built around the idea that recovery demands personalized, intensive engagement rather than a one-size-fits-all program.
Medical Detox and Residential Treatment Under One Roof
For people entering recovery, the transition from detox to residential care is one of the most critical — and most fragile — moments in the process. Passages Ventura addresses this directly by housing both Medical Detox and Residential Treatment on-site, with dedicated detox rooms designed to support clients through withdrawal before they move into the residential phase of their program. This integrated structure reduces disruption at a time when stability matters most.
The facility operates around the clock, 24 hours a day, which means clinical support is available whenever it is needed — not just during business hours. For families researching recovery centers and weighing short-term stabilization against longer residential stays, Passages Ventura's model offers both within a single, continuous program.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Trauma, PTSD, and Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health rarely travel alone. Passages Ventura's treatment scope explicitly includes Trauma and PTSD alongside Co-Occurring Disorders and Dual Diagnosis, meaning the clinical team is equipped to address the full picture of what a client brings through the door. For people whose addiction is tangled up with unresolved trauma or a diagnosed mental health condition, a program that treats only the substance side of the equation often falls short.
The center's focus on one-on-one therapy provides the individual attention that dual diagnosis treatment typically requires. Rather than relying solely on group programming, each client works directly with a therapist, allowing the treatment plan to account for the specific intersection of mental health and substance use that each person presents.
Who Passages Ventura Serves
Passages Ventura is one of a small number of residential substance abuse treatment programs in California that specifically serves individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. For members of this community — and for families supporting them — finding a residential rehab that has made an explicit commitment to accessibility is a meaningful differentiator when evaluating recovery centers.
The center accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Humana, Kaiser, Magellan, Optum, and TRICARE, along with self-pay options. TRICARE coverage extends the program's reach to military families, veterans, and active-duty service members seeking residential addiction treatment in the Ventura County area. Treatment is delivered in English and the facility is open at all hours, every day of the year.
Accreditation, Insurance, and Getting Started
Passages Ventura holds accreditation from CARF, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, which is an independent quality benchmark that families and individuals can reference when comparing substance abuse treatment options. CARF accreditation signals that the facility meets recognized standards for the delivery of rehabilitation and recovery services.
Prospective clients and family members can reach the admissions team at (888) 812-1554. The center accepts private insurance from a broad network of carriers, TRICARE for military-connected individuals, and self-pay arrangements, and describes treatment as made affordable through insurance coverage. Passages Ventura is located at 224 East Clara Street in Port Hueneme, California 93041, and its website is passagesventura.com.
Why Choose Passages Ventura
- On-site detox rooms allow clients to move directly from medical detox into residential treatment without changing facilities — a meaningful advantage for recovery continuity
- One-on-one therapy is central to the treatment model, with each client assigned a personal therapist upon arrival
- Explicitly serves Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, a population underserved by most residential rehab programs
- CARF-accredited and open 24 hours, with dual diagnosis capability treating trauma, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders alongside substance use
- Accepts TRICARE alongside 14 other major insurance carriers, making the program accessible to active-duty military, veterans, and their families
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels of care does Passages Ventura offer for addiction treatment?
Passages Ventura offers Medical Detox and Residential Treatment. Dedicated detox rooms on-site allow clients to complete medically supervised withdrawal and then transition directly into the residential program without leaving the facility. The center operates 24 hours a day throughout the entire process.
Does Passages Ventura treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use?
Yes. Passages Ventura is equipped to treat Co-Occurring Disorders and Dual Diagnosis, as well as Trauma and PTSD, as part of its residential program. The center's emphasis on one-on-one therapy allows clinicians to address both substance use and underlying mental health conditions within the same treatment experience.
Is Passages Ventura accredited?
Passages Ventura holds CARF accreditation — the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. CARF is an internationally recognized independent accreditor that evaluates whether a facility meets established standards for rehabilitation and recovery services.
What insurance plans does Passages Ventura accept?
The facility accepts a wide range of private insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Beacon, ComPsych, GEHA, Humana, Kaiser, Magellan, MHN, MultiPlan, Optum, Three Rivers, TriCare, and Zelis. Self-pay options are also available, and the center describes treatment as made affordable through insurance coverage.
Does Passages Ventura accept TRICARE for military families and veterans?
Yes. TRICARE is a confirmed payment method at Passages Ventura, making the residential treatment and medical detox program accessible to active-duty military members, veterans, and their families. Prospective clients can call (888) 812-1554 to discuss insurance verification.
Does Passages Ventura serve individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing?
Yes. Passages Ventura specifically identifies Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals as a population it serves, which distinguishes it from many residential substance abuse treatment programs. Families supporting a Deaf or Hard of Hearing loved one seeking rehab can contact the center directly at (888) 812-1554 to learn more.
What is the role of one-on-one therapy at Passages Ventura?
Passages Ventura places one-on-one therapy at the center of its treatment model, describing it as one of the most important components of care. Clients are assigned a therapist upon arrival, ensuring that personalized therapeutic attention is built into the residential program from the start rather than offered only as a supplement.
Where is Passages Ventura located and how can I contact them?
Passages Ventura is located at 224 East Clara Street in Port Hueneme, California 93041, in Ventura County. The facility is open 24 hours a day. You can reach the admissions team by phone at (888) 812-1554 or visit passagesventura.com for more information.
How long has Passages Ventura been operating?
According to the center's own website, Passages Ventura has been offering treatment to individuals since 2009. The center was co-founded by Pax Prentiss and holds CARF accreditation for its residential substance use treatment services.
What makes Passages Ventura different from other residential rehab programs in California?
Several features distinguish Passages Ventura from a typical residential program: its on-site detox rooms allow seamless movement from medical detox into residential treatment, one-on-one therapy is a structural pillar of the program rather than an add-on, and the center explicitly serves Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. CARF accreditation and broad insurance acceptance — including TRICARE — add further credibility and accessibility for people evaluating long-term recovery options.
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