Embrace Life Change

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About Embrace Life Change

Embrace Life Change is a residential addiction treatment facility located at 1354 Carlos Place in Ontario, California, within San Bernardino County, serving the broader Southern California region. The center operates as a small, six-bed program — a deliberate structure that keeps treatment groups intimate and allows for close clinical attention throughout each stage of care. For individuals and families urgently seeking medically supervised withdrawal management, the facility provides on-site medical detox as its entry point into treatment.

The continuum of care at Embrace Life Change spans four levels: medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient program, and intensive outpatient (IOP). This progression allows clients to move through withdrawal management and into structured residential programming without having to transfer to a separate facility, then step down to outpatient levels as clinical readiness allows. Having all four levels under one roof is a practical advantage for those who need consistency across their entire course of treatment.

Clinical services at Embrace Life Change incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, medication management, family therapy, and treatment planning plans. The program treats co-occurring disorders alongside substance use — including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders — reflecting a dual diagnosis framework rather than a single-focus addiction model.

Embrace Life Change serves a wide range of populations, including veterans, young adults ages 18 to 25, seniors, men, women, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and court-ordered clients. Payment options include Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, state insurance, and self-pay, making the program accessible to veterans and civilians alike. The facility’s small size, full continuum from detox through outpatient, and dual diagnosis capability set it apart for Southern California residents who need more than a basic detox placement.

On-site medical detox through outpatient — full continuum without facility transfers
Six-bed, small-group model for close clinical attention during detox and residential treatment
Dual diagnosis treatment covering trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and more alongside addiction
TRICARE accepted — one of few Southern California detox programs with veteran-specific payment coverage
Serves court-ordered clients, deaf/hard-of-hearing individuals, and seniors alongside general adult populations

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care: Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions: Trauma / PTSD Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Depression Anxiety Disorders Bipolar Disorder Schizophrenia Personality Disorders
Methods: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance And Commitment Therapy Medication Management Family Therapy Individualized Treatment Plans
Populations: Veterans Young Adults (18-25) Seniors / Older Adults Men Women Deaf / Hard Of Hearing Court-ordered
Languages: English
Facility: Six-bed Facility Small Treatment Group

Location

Where it is

1354 Carlos Place, Ontario, California 91764 Get directions

Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management in Ontario, CA

Embrace Life Change provides medical detox as the first level of care in its treatment continuum, situated within a small six-bed residential facility in Ontario, California. For individuals in acute withdrawal or those concerned about the medical risks of stopping substance use, having detox available on-site — rather than as a referral to a separate program — means continuity from the first day of treatment through residential stabilization.

Following medically supervised detox, clients can transition directly into residential treatment at the same facility, avoiding the disruption of a facility change during an already difficult period. This integrated model is particularly relevant for those managing co-occurring psychiatric conditions alongside withdrawal, since the clinical team treating detox is the same team overseeing mental health care throughout residential programming.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment: Addiction and Mental Health Together

Embrace Life Change treats co-occurring disorders as a core part of its clinical model rather than an add-on service. Conditions addressed alongside substance use include trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. For families researching detox programs for a loved one with a complex mental health history, this dual diagnosis capability is a meaningful clinical distinction.

Therapeutic methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, medication management, and family therapy. Treatment plans are individualized, which is especially relevant given the range of psychiatric presentations the program serves. Medication management is available within the program, supporting both withdrawal protocols and ongoing psychiatric stability.

Who Embrace Life Change Serves

The facility serves adults across several specific populations: veterans, young adults ages 18 to 25, seniors and older adults, men, women, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and court-ordered clients. TRICARE is accepted as a payment method, which directly benefits active-duty military, veterans, and their families seeking detox or residential treatment in the Southern California area.

Beyond TRICARE, the program accepts Medicaid, state insurance, private insurance, and self-pay, broadening access across income levels. Southern California residents from across San Bernardino County and the surrounding region can use Embrace Life Change as a local option for the full arc of detox through outpatient care without leaving the area.

Levels of Care: From Detox to Outpatient in One Program

Embrace Life Change offers four distinct levels of care within its Ontario facility: medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient program, and intensive outpatient (IOP). This structure allows clinical staff to adjust the intensity of treatment as a client progresses, stepping down from 24-hour residential care to structured outpatient programming at the appropriate clinical moment.

For individuals entering through medical detox, the ability to remain in the same program through residential and then outpatient phases eliminates the need to research and transfer to separate facilities at each stage. This is especially important for clients with co-occurring disorders, whose psychiatric stability may require consistent clinical relationships across the full course of treatment.

After Care

Continuing support

Aftercare Planning And Support

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options: Medicaid Private Insurance TRICARE Self-pay / Cash State Insurance

Common questions

FAQs About Embrace Life Change

Does Embrace Life Change offer medical detox? +

Yes. Medical detox is the first level of care in the Embrace Life Change continuum. The facility is located in Ontario, California, and serves clients from across Southern California. Following detox, clients can continue into residential treatment at the same facility.

What levels of care are available at Embrace Life Change? +

Embrace Life Change provides four levels of care: medical detox, residential treatment, outpatient program, and intensive outpatient (IOP). This full continuum allows clients to progress through treatment without transferring to a different facility at each step.

Does Embrace Life Change treat co-occurring mental health conditions? +

Yes. The program treats co-occurring disorders including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders alongside substance use. This dual diagnosis approach is integrated across all levels of care, not limited to one phase of treatment.

What payment options are accepted at Embrace Life Change? +

The facility accepts Medicaid, private insurance, TRICARE, state insurance, and self-pay. TRICARE acceptance makes the program accessible to veterans, active-duty military, and their families seeking detox or residential treatment in Southern California.

Does Embrace Life Change accept veterans? +

Yes. Veterans are among the specific populations served at Embrace Life Change, and the facility accepts TRICARE as a payment method. The program also addresses trauma and PTSD as co-occurring conditions, which are commonly relevant for veterans entering detox or residential treatment.

How large is the Embrace Life Change facility? +

Embrace Life Change operates as a six-bed facility with small treatment groups. This structure is intentional — it allows for closer clinical attention during detox and residential treatment compared to larger, higher-capacity programs.

What therapeutic methods does Embrace Life Change use? +

The clinical program incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, medication management, family therapy, and treatment planning plans. Medication management is available to support both withdrawal and ongoing psychiatric stability.

Does Embrace Life Change offer services for court-ordered clients? +

Yes. Court-ordered individuals are among the populations Embrace Life Change is equipped to serve. The facility provides the full continuum from medical detox through outpatient programming, which can satisfy a range of court-mandated treatment requirements.

Where is Embrace Life Change located and what area does it serve? +

The facility is located at 1354 Carlos Place in Ontario, California, within San Bernardino County. Embrace Life Change serves the broader Southern California region, making it an option for residents across the Inland Empire and surrounding areas seeking local detox and residential treatment.

Does Embrace Life Change offer services for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing? +

Yes. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing are listed among the specific populations served at Embrace Life Change. Prospective clients with accessibility needs are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (877) 846-9008 to discuss how their needs can be accommodated.