Options Recovery Services

1835 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94703

Est. 1996 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Options Recovery Services

  • Location: Berkeley, CA
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: Group Therapy, Life Skills, Relapse Prevention Counseling, Twelve Step Facilitation and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Options Recovery Services

Options Recovery Services is a non-profit treatment center that helps people recover from substance use and mental health issues. Their mission is to support anyone in need, no matter their ability to pay. They offer outpatient care, counseling, and have their own on-site drug testing lab. They stand out for their compassionate staff and the comprehensive care they provide in a single, accessible location.
Options uses many different therapies to help people heal. Their program includes mental health counseling, 12-step groups, anger management, yoga, meditation, and acupuncture. These services support both the body and mind, helping people build a strong foundation for recovery. Every client gets a treatment plan designed just for them in a safe and welcoming space.
Living in a drug- and alcohol-free home helps people stay on track. Options provides over 180 sober living beds in Oakland and Berkeley. They also offer housing for people with mental illness or HIV through special programs. Their Academy of HOPE supports people coming out of prison, giving them housing, job help, and a fresh start.

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 Options Recovery Services 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 Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home
Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Anger management Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicare Medicaid Cash or self-payment SAMHSA funding/block grants
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Adult women Adult men
Comprehensive substance use assessment Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Outcome follow-up after discharge
Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support
Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Spanish
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Social skills development Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Options Recovery Services

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including Group Therapy and Life Skills, typically 30 day.

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.

Options Recovery Services 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 Group Therapy and Life Skills) 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. Options Recovery Services 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 Individual Treatment Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Options Recovery Services offers Outpatient, with therapies including Group Therapy, Life Skills, Relapse Prevention Counseling, Twelve Step Facilitation. 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 day. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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