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Residential · Sausalito, CA

Alta Mira Recovery Center LLC

Medical Detox Residential Treatment
Address
125 Bulkley Avenue
Sausalito, CA 94965
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO), CARF, LegitScript
Insurance accepted
2 carriers including TriWest, Kaiser Permanente
Alta Mira Recovery Center LLC - drug and alcohol detox center in Sausalito, CA

About

About Alta Mira Recovery Center LLC

Alta Mira Recovery Center occupies a luxury Bay Area campus on Bulkley Avenue in Sausalito, overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The all-inclusive residential treatment program delivers medical detox and residential addiction care for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Programming is built around evidence-based addiction therapies, advanced psychological testing, intensive workshops, and holistic care delivered by a highly credentialed clinical team.

The clinical team is anchored by Medical Director Mark Schiller, MD, and addiction medicine specialist David Smith, MD, who brings more than 45 years of experience. Karen Spedowfski, PhD, serves as Executive Clinical Director with 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist. Other primary therapists include Kellie Beals, Psy.D., Andrea Ruiz, MSW, LCSW, and Nicole “Coco” Kramer, APCC. Maryann Rosenthal, PhD, contributes clinical and authorial expertise. The depth of credentialed staff distinguishes Alta Mira’s clinical operation.

Alta Mira holds dual accreditation from the Joint Commission and CARF, plus LegitScript certification, membership in the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP), and American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) certification. These overlapping credentials place Alta Mira among the most credentialed luxury addiction treatment programs in California. The program is in-network with TriWest and Kaiser Permanente, accepts TRICARE, and works with most major private insurance plans.

The Sausalito setting is intentionally private and luxurious, with multiple accommodation options, dining included, and a pet-friendly environment. Clinical programming addresses a broad list of substance use and co-occurring conditions, from alcoholism and opiate addiction to mood disorders, personality disorders, and substance-induced psychosis. Family programming, alumni community, and a structured continuing care program support clients beyond their primary residential stay.

  • 24/7 medical detox with addiction medicine physicians on staff managing withdrawal protocols
  • Joint Commission and CARF accredited facility ensuring compliance with medical detox standards
  • Specialized opioid detox programs for fentanyl, heroin, and prescription opioid withdrawal
  • Comprehensive benzo detox protocols for Xanax, Ativan, and benzodiazepine dependencies
  • Luxury residential detox setting on historic Sausalito estate with San Francisco Bay views

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment
Conditions
Substance Use Disorders Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Alcoholism Drug Addiction Prescription Drug Addiction Chronic Relapse Mood Disorders Personality Disorders Substance-Induced Psychosis Trauma / PTSD Opiate Addiction Fentanyl Addiction Heroin Addiction Benzodiazepine Addiction Stimulant Addiction Cocaine Addiction Methamphetamine Addiction
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Evidence-Based Addiction Therapies Holistic Therapy Advanced Psychological Testing Medically Supervised Detox Intensive Workshops
Populations
Veterans Pregnant Women Young Adults (18-25) Seniors / Older Adults Men Women
Languages
English
Facility
Luxury Bay Area campus overlooking San Francisco Bay All-inclusive residential program Pet-friendly accommodations Privacy and discrete environment Multiple accommodation options Dining included

Location

Where it is

125 Bulkley Avenue, Sausalito, CA 94965 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Alta Mira Recovery Center provides comprehensive medical detox services under the supervision of Medical Director Dr. Mark Schiller, MD, and Addiction Medicine Physician Dr. David Smith, MD. Their medically supervised detox programs operate 24 hours daily, managing withdrawal protocols for patients requiring opioid detox, alcohol detox, and benzodiazepine detox at their Joint Commission-accredited facility in Sausalito.

The center's detox programs address complex withdrawal syndromes including fentanyl addiction, heroin addiction, prescription opioid dependencies, and alcohol withdrawal requiring medical monitoring. Their benzo detox protocols safely manage Xanax addiction, Ativan addiction, and other benzodiazepine dependencies that require gradual tapering under medical supervision. Additionally, they provide detox services for stimulant addiction including cocaine and methamphetamine withdrawal management.

Specialized Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders During Detox

Alta Mira's medical detox programs specifically address dual diagnosis patients who present with co-occurring mental health conditions during withdrawal. Their clinical team, led by Executive Clinical Director Dr. Karen Spedowfski, PhD, manages detoxification for patients experiencing substance-induced psychosis, mood disorders, and personality disorders that complicate the withdrawal process.

The facility's detox protocols incorporate psychiatric oversight for patients with cannabis-induced psychosis, substance-related mood episodes, and trauma-related conditions that emerge during withdrawal management. This specialized approach ensures medical stability during detox while addressing underlying mental health conditions that often contribute to substance use disorders requiring ongoing medical supervision.

Accreditation and Insurance Coverage for Detox Services

Alta Mira Recovery Center maintains Joint Commission (JCAHO) accreditation and CARF certification, ensuring their medical detox programs meet national standards for withdrawal management and patient safety. The facility holds American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) certification, demonstrating compliance with evidence-based detox protocols and addiction medicine practices.

Their detox programs accept TRICARE for veterans requiring medical withdrawal management, Kaiser Permanente insurance, and private insurance plans covering inpatient detox services. The center also accommodates self-pay patients seeking immediate access to medically supervised detox without insurance pre-authorization delays, offering 10, 30, and 90-day program lengths to meet varying detoxification and stabilization needs.

After Care

Continuing support

Continuing Care Program Alumni programming Family Program

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
TriWest Kaiser Permanente
Payment options
Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO) CARF LegitScript NAATP Member ASAM Certified

Common questions

FAQs About Alta Mira Recovery Center LLC

What types of medical detox does Alta Mira provide? +
Alta Mira offers medical detox for opioids including fentanyl and heroin, alcohol detox with 24/7 medical monitoring, benzo detox for Xanax and Ativan dependencies, and stimulant detox for cocaine and methamphetamine. Their addiction medicine physicians manage withdrawal protocols for all major substance categories.
Is Alta Mira's detox program medically supervised? +
Yes, Alta Mira operates 24-hour medically supervised detox with Medical Director Dr. Mark Schiller, MD, and Addiction Medicine Physician Dr. David Smith, MD, overseeing withdrawal management. The facility maintains Joint Commission accreditation and ASAM certification for medical detox standards.
Does Alta Mira treat dual diagnosis patients during detox? +
Alta Mira specializes in dual diagnosis detox, managing co-occurring mental health conditions including mood disorders, personality disorders, and substance-induced psychosis during withdrawal. Executive Clinical Director Dr. Karen Spedowfski, PhD, leads clinical oversight for complex dual diagnosis cases.
What insurance does Alta Mira accept for detox services? +
Alta Mira accepts TRICARE for veterans, Kaiser Permanente, private insurance plans, and self-pay arrangements. They offer 10, 30, and 90-day detox programs to accommodate different insurance coverage levels and medical detox requirements.
How long is medical detox at Alta Mira? +
Alta Mira offers flexible detox program lengths including 10, 30, and 90-day options depending on the substance, withdrawal severity, and medical complications. Their addiction medicine physicians determine appropriate detox duration based on individual withdrawal management needs.
Can you leave Alta Mira's detox program early? +
While patients have the right to leave detox programs, Alta Mira's medical team strongly advises completing medically supervised withdrawal management for safety reasons. Premature discharge from opioid detox, alcohol detox, or benzo detox can result in dangerous withdrawal complications requiring emergency medical intervention.
Does Alta Mira provide detox for pregnant women? +
Yes, Alta Mira serves pregnant women requiring medically supervised detox, particularly for opioid addiction and alcohol dependency where withdrawal poses risks to both mother and fetus. Their addiction medicine physicians coordinate specialized withdrawal protocols with obstetric care providers.
Where is Alta Mira's detox center located? +
Alta Mira Recovery Center is located at 125 Bulkley Avenue in Sausalito, California, serving patients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The residential detox facility operates on a historic estate with panoramic views of San Francisco Bay.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Residential treatment Residential detoxification Long-term residential Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Adolescents and young adults Adult men Seniors or older adults Gay & Lesbian
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