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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

What’s Being Done to Fight The Growing Mental Health Crisis In The Military

It is no secret that military personnel are at risk of mental health problems. Active duty service not only pulls military members away from their family and loved ones; it also exposes them to violence and human suffering. Headlines have long told of veterans returning from deployment with conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder, but more […]

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

Can a Vaccine Help in the Fight Against Opioid Addiction?

It’s no secret that the opioid epidemic has had a devastating effect in the United States. According to data from the CDC,70,630 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2019, and over 70 percent of deaths were from opioid drugs. Overdose deaths were likely even higher in 2021, as preliminary data shows that 101,263 Americans […]

by Sam Dekin

10 ways to Lower Stress and Anxiety During Mental Wellness Month

With the goal of starting the New Year off on the right foot, January serves as Mental Wellness Month. The hustle and bustle of the Holiday season can bring additional stressors and take its toll on mental health, but January offers the opportunity for a fresh start. This month, it’s time to be intentional about […]

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

Addiction

California’s Plan to Pay Residents to Stay Sober

In the midst of a global pandemic, drug overdoses have become a major public health crisis in the United States. According to the newest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were an estimated 100,306 fatal drug overdoses in the United States during the 12-month period ending in April 2021, which […]

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

Using Social Media to Raise Substance Abuse Awareness

October serves as Substance Abuse Awareness Month, making now an ideal time to call attention to the effects that social media has on addiction. As with anything, there are both pros and cons to social media when it comes to addressing the issue of substance abuse and behavioral health. Knowing how to be a responsible […]

by Sam Dekin

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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.