Adolescent Treatment

The Good and Bad of Youth Athletics on Your Child’s Mental Health

Youth sports come with many benefits, and recent studies show that sports participation has a positive effect on wellbeing, as long as a child’s maturity level is considered, and their training load is appropriate for their age and abilities. While sports can teach important life skills, such as discipline, commitment, and work ethic, there can […]

by Sam Dekin

It’s Okay not to be Okay: How Santa Barbara is Taking Action to Improve Youth Mental Health

The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated an already growing youth mental health crisis, and in the aftermath of the pandemic, it’s becoming clear that parents, policy makers, and mental health advocates need to take action to promote youth mental health. In California, Santa Barbara recently launched the “It’s Okay Not to be Okay” Initiative to do just […]

by Sam Dekin

How Your Mental Health is Affecting Your Child

Mental Wellness Month is celebrated each year in January to call attention to the importance of caring for our mental health and taking steps to reduce stress before it becomes extreme. This month also reminds us of the importance of reaching out for help when we need it and ensuring that everyone has access to […]

by Sam Dekin

Can You Pass a Mental Health Condition to Your Child? The Link Between Mental Health And Genetics

As a parent, you want what is best for your child. If you are a parent living with a mental health condition, you may worry that your child will also experience mental illness during their lifetime. While it is possible to pass genetic risk factors for mental health disorders on to your child, the reality […]

by Sam Dekin

Why Solutions-Based Treatment is Essential to Recovery

Each year in September, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration celebrates National Recovery Month, to recognize those in recovery from addiction and mental illness and to encourage the development of evidence-based treatment practices. This year during the month of September, advocates and policymakers will come together for rallies and panel discussions to promote […]

by Sam Dekin

The Mental Health Crisis Facing America’s Youth

Stories of youth mental health challenges are becoming increasingly common as more young people struggle with their emotional and psychological health. This mental health crisis that’s facing America’s youth demands our immediate attention, understanding, and action. Why Are Youth Mental Health Issues on the Rise? Parents across America are witnessing a troubling reality as today’s […]

by Sam Dekin

This Year, Let’s Teach Our Children Resilience

In 2022, Children’s Mental Health Week will be recognized February 7 through February 12, with a theme of “Growing Together.” During this week, schools, parents, and community organizations are called upon to raise awareness for mental health in children. In addition to raising awareness, adults and children alike will be asked to consider how they […]

by Sam Dekin

Should Teenagers Be Allowed To Miss School For A Mental Health Day?

Health experts have expressed concern over the mental health effects of the pandemic, and the media has reported on issues like increases in loneliness, distress, and depression in the wake of stay-at-home orders. One group that may be particularly vulnerable to the stress of the pandemic is adolescents, who have experienced complete changes in their […]

by Sam Dekin

Teenage Anxiety on the Rise: What’s Contributing to This Problem?

Teenage anxiety rates have increased considerably in recent years. A 2021 study in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology found that between 2012 and 2018, the number of teens screening positive for anxiety increased from 34.1% to 44%. These findings demonstrate a steady increase in teen anxiety prevalence, which has been on the rise over the […]

by Sam Dekin

The Harm in Using Social Media to Self Diagnose Your Mental Health

Social media is pervasive, and most of us probably maintain at least one social media account. While social media can provide a platform for connecting with friends and loved ones and staying up-to-date with current information, sometimes the content on social media is inaccurate. In addition, you may be heavily influenced by what you see […]

by Sam Dekin

Our Locations

Two outpatient facilities serving the Central Coast and greater Los Angeles.

Santa Barbara

Our flagship Santa Barbara location is conveniently located off the 101 Freeway near East Beach, serving the Santa Barbara community as well as Ventura, Oxnard and Thousand Oaks.

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Los Angeles

Our Los Angeles facility sits on Venice Boulevard between Marina Del Rey and Culver City, a few miles from Venice and Santa Monica with easy access to the 405 and 10.

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What Our Alumni Say

Such a beautiful and special place of healing. The staff genuinely cares about every client, and helps them find their way back to living a life worth living. Sober. Happy.

—Heather M.
They’re one of the few drug treatment programs that genuinely cares. They help people change their lives, build a solid foundation and maintain long-term sobriety.

—Jared C.
Top notch program. The staff/treatment team is professional and caring. They treat you with respect and show that they actually really care. I would recommend this program to anyone.

—Jordan W.
The team is top notch! And the facility is amazing. It feels far more inviting that other outpatient programs I’ve seen and the clinical team is friendly and really knows what they are doing!

—Thomas A.

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Most insurance policies cover treatment at Mission Harbor. Find out if we are in-network with your provider today. Your insurance may cover up to 100% of treatment. In addition to our in-network insurance providers, Mission Harbor also accepts most PPO policies.

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Mission Harbor is dedicated to treating Santa Barbara County and Los Angeles County with specialized mental and behavioral health programs in a convenient outpatient environment.