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Buddy's Ranch

737 Lask Drive, Yuba City, CA 95991

✓ Joint Commission Est. 2020 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Buddy's Ranch

  • Location: Yuba City, CA — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient, Detox
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills, Medication-Assisted Treatment and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Buddy's Ranch

Buddy’s Ranch provides comprehensive treatment for substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders through a range of flexible program durations and levels of care. They offer detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs, each tailored to meet the unique needs of clients. With a smaller, home-like setting and 24/7 medical monitoring, Buddy’s Ranch creates a safe, community-oriented environment that fosters healing and long-term recovery.
Buddy’s Ranch combines evidence-based practices with holistic methods to empower clients to make positive changes in their lives. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients change negative thought patterns and behaviors, while dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) builds skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Buddy’s Ranch integrates 12-Step principles and support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) for peer accountability. Clients also benefit from art therapy, meditation and deep breathing, and structured wellness activities such as exercise, yoga, and nutrition education.
Their mental health treatment outpatient programs are well-suited for clients who are dealing with a variety of mental health challenges. This includes support for depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, and more. Buddy’s Ranch also provides residential treatment for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders (dual diagnosis).
Buddy’s Ranch provides a welcoming and comfortable environment that feels like home. Their two residences, one for men and one for women, offer a serene and intimate place to focus on recovery. The homes have private and shared bedrooms, and only 6 beds in each house. This smaller, more personal environment fosters a sense of community and allows for more focused, individualized care. Their home-like setting includes amenities such as a kitchen, swimming pool, outdoor fireplace, and backyard.

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 Buddy's Ranch provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women LGBTQ+ Veterans Executives Professionals

Amenities & Features

Allow Cell Phones

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Residential/24-hour residential Residential detoxification Short-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity Other contracted prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Other contracted prescribing entity
Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health The Joint Commission
IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Adolescents Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
Treatment for gambling disorder Treatment for other addiction disorder
Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Buddy's Ranch

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 180 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Buddy's Ranch offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Buddy's Ranch works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

737 Lask Drive, Yuba City, CA, 95991

Quick Facts

Program180 days
Capacity6-15 beds
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Holistic Gender-Specific

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Methamphetamine Psychedelics

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buddy's Ranch

Does Buddy's Ranch accept my insurance?
Buddy's Ranch accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Buddy's Ranch?
Buddy's Ranch offers Outpatient, Detox with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills, Medication-Assisted Treatment. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Buddy's Ranch?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Buddy's Ranch, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Yuba City?
Yes. Browse all CA treatment centers or narrow to Yuba City specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Buddy's Ranch?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Buddy's Ranch typically last 180 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Buddy's Ranch is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. This facility’s stated accreditation: Joint Commission. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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