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Substance Abuse Treatment & Counseling FAQs in San Pedro, CA

January 29, 2026

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Substance Abuse Treatment & Counseling in San Pedro, CA | FAQs

Substance Use Therapy FAQs

Coastwise Health is a licensed-therapist group practice based in San Pedro, serving individuals throughout the South Bay and greater Los Angeles area. We provide individual outpatient therapy for substance use and addiction, one-on-one talk therapy that lets clients stay connected to work, school, and family.

We offer individual outpatient therapy for substance use and addiction, including:

  • One-on-one talk therapy with a licensed clinician
  • Relapse prevention and ongoing counseling
  • Dual-diagnosis support for co-occurring mental health conditions
  • Support for specific groups, including aviation professionals and families

Your care is personalized based on clinical need, substance history, and mental health considerations.

Our substance use therapy includes:

  • Individual therapy with licensed clinicians
  • Group therapy and relapse-prevention groups
  • Dual-diagnosis support for addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions
  • Family involvement and education
  • Recovery planning
  • Ongoing counseling for long-term support

Our individual outpatient therapy for substance use is designed for adults who:

  • Are medically stable
  • Do not require inpatient detox or residential care
  • Want one-on-one talk therapy while living at home

If we determine outpatient therapy isn't the right fit, we'll help point you toward other resources that match your needs.

Yes. Our therapists provide dual-diagnosis support, meaning we work with both substance use and underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. Many people struggling with addiction also face co-occurring mental health challenges, and we address both together.

No referral is required. You can contact us directly to schedule a confidential assessment and discuss next steps for substance use therapy.

Getting started is simple:

  1. Call or text our intake team
  2. Complete a confidential assessment
  3. Talk through insurance or payment options
  4. Begin therapy, often within days

Length varies depending on individual needs. Many clients work with a therapist regularly for several months, then move to less frequent ongoing counseling for long-term support.

Yes. We work with many major insurance providers. Our care team will help you understand how your insurance can help and explain your coverage before you begin therapy.

Yes, that's one of the biggest advantages of outpatient care. Many clients continue working or attending school while in individual outpatient therapy.

What sets us apart:

  • Local, community-based care in San Pedro
  • One-on-one attention from your therapist
  • Licensed, experienced clinicians
  • Dual-diagnosis support for addiction and mental health
  • A compassionate, non-judgmental approach
  • Ongoing counseling and accountability over time

Yes. All therapy services are provided by licensed and credentialed professionals experienced in substance use and mental health care.

Absolutely. Family education and involvement are encouraged when appropriate, as recovery from addiction often works best with a strong support system.

Yes. We're happy to schedule a tour so you can see our space and meet our team.

As clients make progress, they typically transition into:

  • Less frequent counseling sessions
  • Ongoing individual counseling as needed
  • Community support groups

Our goal is long-term, sustainable recovery from substance use, not just finishing a set number of sessions.

We are located at:
1366 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90732, serving clients across the South Bay and Los Angeles County.

Yes. All substance use therapy services are 100% confidential and compliant with HIPAA and applicable privacy laws.

You can call or text us at 424-536-3002 to speak with our care team directly.

Counseling FAQs

Coastwise Health provides professional mental health therapy services for individuals, couples, and families in San Pedro and surrounding communities.

We offer:

Counseling is beneficial for anyone seeking support with emotional, mental, or relational challenges, whether or not substance abuse or drug addiction is involved.

Yes. We work with many insurance plans and can help you understand how your insurance can help before your first appointment.

Yes. Private pay options are available for clients who prefer them or are not using insurance.

Contact us to schedule an initial consultation, talk through insurance or payment options, and match with the right therapist.

Yes. All therapists are licensed and experienced in their respective specialties.

Please contact us directly to discuss age-specific services and availability.

Yes. We provide counseling focused on communication, conflict resolution, and relationship health.

Most sessions are 50 minutes, though extended sessions may be available depending on treatment needs.

Yes. Telehealth options are available for many counseling services.

Yes. All counseling services are confidential and HIPAA-compliant.

We ask for advance notice when possible. Specific policies will be shared during intake.

Call (424) 536-3002 or reach us through our contact page to get started.

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Who you would be working with

Substance use at Coastwise is individual therapy, not a program. You work one to one with a clinician who specialises in addiction, for as long as it is useful, and we treat the depression, anxiety or trauma that so often travels with it at the same time.

Tell us what is going on and we will say honestly which clinician fits, or meet the full team.

The Hardest Part Is the First Call

We know it takes courage. That's why the first conversation is free, confidential, and completely without pressure. Just call and tell us what's going on.

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