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Homelessness in LA: What You Need to Know About the Mental Health Bed Initiative

If you’ve read recent headlines or turned on the evening news, you’re probably aware of California’s homelessness problem. The rates of homelessness across the state have become so high that reporters have labeled the situation a “crisis.” The latest data show just how bleak the situation is, and in response, Governor Newsom is taking action. […]

by Sam Dekin

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 Practicing Forgiveness Can Improve Your Overall Mental Health

With the reduced stigma related to caring for mental health, there has been increased attention paid to strategies that can be helpful for promoting psychological well-being. While self-care seems to be the focus of most recommendations, there are other ways to improve your overall mental health. For some people, practicing forgiveness can alleviate distress and […]

by Sam Dekin

The Mental Health Implications of Domestic Violence

From March 5 to 12, 2023, advocates across the United States, as well as across the globe, will celebrate No More Week to show a commitment to putting an end to domestic violence and sexual assault. This awareness week will call attention to domestic and sexual abuse, encouraging allies across the world to stand up against […]

by Sam Dekin

5 Things Your Partner Wish You Understood About Their Recovery

With love in the air, now might be the perfect time to reflect on your relationship. If you are involved with someone who has struggled with addiction in the past and is currently in recovery, you might want to ask yourself how you can better understand their rehabilitation. Whether you are dating someone or are […]

by Sam Dekin

How to Talk to Your Teen About Drugs

The teenage years are incredibly formative. It’s a time of self-exploration and experimentation when kids are figuring out what they like and dislike. This is also when many kids get exposed to drugs and alcohol for the first time. As a result, parents need to have a conversation with their teens about the dangers of […]

by Sam Dekin

College Mental Health Epidemic

While the college years are often hailed as the best years of one’s life, increasing numbers of college students are struggling with their mental health. During their years at college, students face a number of challenges, including heavy course loads, increasing demands to be involved in extracurriculars, a need to hold one or more jobs […]

by Sam Dekin

Family Wellness Month

Family wellness is the concern for those we are connected to in our lives. While the concept of “family” is one with a fluid definition, the idea of fusing with others through blood or bond over shared values or ideals is one that is forever attached to our happiness and purpose in the ecosystems of […]

by Sam Dekin

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Sponsored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this event has been held every year since 1981 under President Ronald Reagan. It’s held in December as it’s been described by the National Association of Drug Court Professionals as one of the deadliest and most dangerous months of […]

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.