Located in Torrance, California, NCADD of the South Bay operates under Behavioral Health Services, Inc. (BHS), a nonprofit organization established in 1973. This center offers a wide range of services, including youth programs,
outpatient treatment, DUI/DUI
MAT programs, and the Recovery Incentives Program, all designed to support individuals on their path to recovery.
NCADD Torrance provides outpatient substance abuse treatment and mental health services for adolescents aged 12 to 18. Programs include assessments, treatment planning, alcohol and drug education, individual and group counseling, and recreational activities. Services are scheduled after school hours and on Saturdays to accommodate youths' schedules.
The center offers outpatient substance abuse treatment tailored to individual needs, focusing on relapse prevention and integrating recovery tools into daily life. Programs typically last between 3 to 9 months, with sessions occurring 1 to 5 days per week, depending on the client's needs.
NCADD Torrance's DUI Program serves individuals convicted of driving under the influence, providing educational classes, group sessions, face-to-face interviews, and support meetings. The DUI Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program offers additional services for those with opioid or polysubstance use disorders, including education, screenings, treatment referrals, and counseling support.
In partnership with UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs, NCADD Torrance participates in the Recovery Incentives Program. This initiative offers Medi-Cal recipients gift cards valued up to $599 as incentives for abstaining from stimulant use, as verified by negative drug test results. The program provides tangible rewards to support clients in their recovery journey.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Behavioral Health Services NCADD of the South Bay provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)