A Better Life Recovery

27171 Calle Juanita, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624

✓ Joint Commission 3 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About A Better Life Recovery

  • Location: Capistrano Beach, CA — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About A Better Life Recovery

A center dedicated to serving adult men struggling with addiction, Better Life Recovery in Orange County, California, uses a 12-Step program to help their clients move forward to a healthier life. Most of their clients stay for 1 to 12 months, and they offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with Vivitrol, for example, a residential inpatient program, an outpatient program, and reintegration assistance. Better Life Recovery has split their ideal recovery process into 3 phases: Phase I is early recovery in inpatient care for 15 to 30 days, Phase II is partial hospitalization (PHP) or intensive outpatient (IOP) for 45 to 60 days, and Phase III is continuing outpatient care and beginning reintegration steps for up to 1 year. Their reintegration assistance focuses on bolstering the independence of their clients by providing legal and employment assistance and teaching them necessary life skills.
Better Life Recovery’s rehabilitation center focuses on including tranquility in each part of their facility. They are ideally situated in what is widely known as a “national recovery destination” on the SoCal coast. They have spacious rooms and an outdoor pool shaded by palm trees. Some of the holistic activities they include are yoga, trips to a nearby gym, and swimming. Better Life Recovery is accredited by The Joint Commission and accepts many forms of private insurance.

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 A Better Life Recovery provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men

Amenities & Features

Outdoor Lounge
Pool
Hot Tub

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Residential/24-hour residential Residential detoxification Short-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Prescribes naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medications for HIV treatment Medications for Hepatitis C treatment Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency The Joint Commission
Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening TB screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education
Self-help groups Employment counseling or training
Medication routinely used during detoxification
HIV or AIDS 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 Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at A Better Life Recovery

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 30 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.

A Better Life Recovery offers 3 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 8 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. A Better Life Recovery 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

27171 Calle Juanita, Capistrano Beach, CA, 92624

Quick Facts

Program30 Days
Capacity6-15 beds
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Twelve Step Medical

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Chronic Relapse Benzodiazepines Cocaine Heroin Methamphetamine Synthetic Drugs

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Better Life Recovery accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

A Better Life Recovery offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in CA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 Days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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