By the Sea Recovery

Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007

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

Key Facts About By the Sea Recovery

  • Location: Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • Levels of Care: Sober Living
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Twelve Step Facilitation, Recreation Therapy
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About By the Sea Recovery

By the Sea Recovery is a men's only sober living home in California known f or its unique sober living environment. By the Sea Recovery has been featured multiple times on CNN and Univision for its unique sober living environment qualities and leadership. The men’s home is ideal for those seeking a safe sober living environment after addiction treatment. Clients live as a family through structure, commitment, accountability, and fun which all lead to an uplifting purpose and change. By the Sea Recovery creates a positive atmosphere which acts as a catalyst for dealing with a life free of drugs and alcohol. By the Sea provides numerous 12-Step meeting areas close by in a vibrant community.
The San Diego sober living home is within walking distance to many opportunities to work as well as the gym, recovery meetings, public transit, basketball courts, and restaurants. They are a short drive (or public transit ride) to the beach. By the Sea Recovery supplies residents with several amenities to support their early recovery such as recovery life coaching, breakfast meals, maid service, double beds, high-end linens, an executive gym membership, spacious living areas, and a computer work station among others. By the Sea Recovery is accredited by CARF and is one of the most sought after sober living homes near San Diego.

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 By the Sea 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

Access to Nature
Walking Trails

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medication for mental disorders Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Private for-profit organization
State department of health The Joint Commission
Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Adolescents Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Veterans Active duty military Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
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
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
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
Children/Adolescents Adults
Female Male
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Spanish
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at By the Sea 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 Twelve Step Facilitation, typically 90 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.

By the Sea Recovery 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. By the Sea Recovery 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

Evidence-Based Twelve Step Therapeutic Community

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Heroin Methamphetamine Marijuana Synthetic Drugs

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

By the Sea Recovery offers Sober Living, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Twelve Step Facilitation, Recreation 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 90 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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