Alternatives for Better Living

68 Coombs Street, Napa, CA 94559

1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Alternatives for Better Living

  • Location: Napa, CA
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Twelve Step Facilitation, Motivational Interviewing
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Alternatives for Better Living

Located in Napa, California, the center helps people overcome challenges like substance use, anger issues, and domestic violence. The center focuses on outpatient care, offering flexible, personalized support without requiring overnight stays. Their mission is to treat every person with respect while giving them tools to lead happier, more responsible lives. They aim to serve those with the greatest need and fewest resources.
The center offers therapy programs based on motivational interviewing (MI), the 12-Step model, and emotional skill-building. Licensed therapists lead sessions on anger management, substance use, and domestic violence. They guide clients in finding their own reasons to change and help them develop better coping skills through group and individual therapy.
Clients live at home while attending sessions at the center. There are no on-site sleeping areas or meals provided. Instead, clients come in for scheduled classes and case management support. The center offers a calm, respectful setting where people connect with others, learn new skills, and work toward lasting change.

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 Alternatives for Better Living 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

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient 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
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Naltrexone (oral)
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Community reinforcement plus vouchers Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy 12-step facilitation
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State mental health department Hospital licensing authority
Cash or self-payment
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 Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
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
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 Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients
Spanish
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Social skills development

What to Expect at Alternatives for Better Living

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 Twelve Step Facilitation, 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.

Alternatives for Better Living offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 3 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Twelve Step Facilitation) 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. Alternatives for Better Living works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Individual Treatment Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Alternatives for Better Living offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Twelve Step Facilitation, Motivational Interviewing. 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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