Founded in 1998, Northbound Treatment Center is a leading drug and alcohol addiction center dedicated to transforming the lives of those struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Northbound’s mission is to motivate and help as many people as possible to help achieve a successful and fulfilled life beyond addiction. They accomplish this mission by offering full comprehensive dual-diagnosis care that is personalized to the clients specific needs. Northbound offers
medical detox, intensive
outpatient (
IOP),
partial hospitalization (PHP), residential care, and teletherapy.
Treatment programs are rooted in evidence-based therapies, 12-Step philosophy and their very own innovative In Vivo® model of care. During treatment, clients engage in gender-specific, holistic treatment while working closely with an interdisciplinary treatment team to customize their care and provide support along each step of the way.
Northbound treatment has a variety of unique therapy programs ranging from music therapy, career bound programs, faith-based programs, and a trauma specific program. The music program caters to musicians of all levels, both beginners, and advanced musicians. During this time self-expression is promoted through writing lyrics and composing melodies. It's a comprehensive program that offers clients the opportunity to see what life is like as a musician in active recovery. The Collegebound® program caters to young adults and offers a unique opportunity to help further their education while building a brighter future. The Careerbound® program supports work efforts through a variety of ways including resume writing, work skills development, job placement, and more. The faith-based program caters to Christians who wish to implement biblical principles into their recovery program. With personalized treatment and many specialized programs, Northbound truly reaches everyone's specific needs.
Gender-specific,
residential treatment takes place in Garden Grove and Newport Beach California while outpatient services are located in La Jolla and Visalia. Each home is designed with the client's comfort in mind. Semi-private rooms are available with lush queen-size beds along with spacious living areas, modern design, and outdoor areas perfect for relaxing. Clients also have access to a variety of activities such as beach bonfires, yoga for all experiences, and recreational activities. Northbound also caterers in 3 nutritious meals a day, taking into consideration the client's specific dietary needs.
With over 30 years of experience and many positive reviews, clients can rest assured knowing Northbound treatment is second to none.
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 Northbound Newport Beach provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)