Center for Discovery Lakewood

4136 Ann Arbor Road, Lakewood, CA 90712

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

Key Facts About Center for Discovery Lakewood

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

About Center for Discovery Lakewood

Center for Discovery is located close to the Pacific Ocean in Lakewood, California. They treat clients ages 10-18 for eating disorders and co-occurring disorders. Center for Discovery treats anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder (BED), and more. They can also treat co-occurring disorders like anxiety and depression. Treatment modalities they offer include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure & response prevention (ERP), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Center for Discovery's goal is to shift the way society views bodies and weight. They work to empower their clients to have a healthy relationship with food by digging into the underlying causes of the disorder with a trauma-informed lens.
Center for Discovery Lakewood has been helping their clients find peace within themselves to promote a healthier and happier lifestyle. Their Lakewood home has comfortable furnishings to make clients feel right at home. The center is 15 minutes away from Long Beach. Center for Discovery is Joint Commission accredited and accepts 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 Center for Discovery Lakewood provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Adolescents Young Adults

Amenities & Features

Outdoor Lounge
Gardens

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential
Residential treatment center (RTC) for children
Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy
Private for-profit organization
Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Persons with eating disorders
Metabolic syndrome monitoring
Housing services
Smoking permitted in designated area
Children/Adolescents
Vaping permitted in designated area
Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Case management service

What to Expect at Center for Discovery Lakewood

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.

Center for Discovery Lakewood offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

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. Center for Discovery Lakewood 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

4136 Ann Arbor Road, Lakewood, CA, 90712

Quick Facts

Program30 days
FocusYou can get treatment for eati...
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 Individual Treatment Experiential

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Benzodiazepines Cocaine Heroin Methamphetamine

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Center for Discovery Lakewood offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Life Skills. 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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