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Residential · Malibu, California

Mermaids Cove Malibu Inc Malibu Seaside Serenity Cove

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
4774 Encinal Canyon Road
Malibu, California 90265
Accredited by
CARF, Joint Commission
Available
24/7 admissions
Mermaids Cove Malibu Inc Malibu Seaside Serenity Cove - drug and alcohol detox center in Malibu, CA

About

About Mermaids Cove Malibu Inc Malibu Seaside Serenity Cove

Mermaids Cove Malibu — operating under the name Malibu Seaside Serenity Cove — is a CARF- and Joint Commission-accredited residential treatment facility located at 4774 Encinal Canyon Road in Malibu, California. Situated in Los Angeles County, the center operates around the clock, seven days a week, and serves individuals seeking medically supervised detox and structured addiction treatment in a private, residential setting along the Southern California coast.

The facility offers a full continuum of addiction care, beginning with medical detox for those requiring supervised withdrawal management. Following detox, clients can step into residential treatment for immersive, 24-hour care, then transition to a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) as clinical progress warrants. This four-level structure allows the treatment plan to evolve with each person’s needs rather than forcing an abrupt discharge at a single level of care.

Treatment at Mermaids Cove Malibu addresses substance use disorders involving alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, cocaine, methamphetamines, and marijuana, as well as co-occurring mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Therapeutic methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), yoga, and meditation. The facility’s amenity profile — private room options, gourmet meals, soundbath sessions, and outdoor activities — reflects a setting designed to support clinical work without institutional austerity.

Mermaids Cove Malibu serves a broad population: adults, young adults ages 18–25, adolescents ages 13–17, veterans and first responders, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and executives and professionals. The facility accepts both private insurance and Medicaid, and its dual accreditation from CARF and the Joint Commission signals adherence to independently verified clinical standards. For individuals or families weighing same-day admission decisions, the center can be reached at (310) 437-3114.

  • Dual accreditation from both CARF and the Joint Commission — two of the most rigorous independent clinical standards bodies in addiction treatment
  • Full continuum from medical detox through residential treatment, PHP, and IOP under one roof in Malibu, CA
  • Treats a broad range of substances including alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, cocaine, and methamphetamines alongside co-occurring disorders like PTSD, depression, and anxiety
  • Serves specialized populations including adolescents (13–17), veterans and first responders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and executives — not a one-size-fits-all program
  • Accepts both private insurance and Medicaid, expanding access beyond purely private-pay luxury rehab

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Substance Use Disorders Alcohol Marijuana Cocaine Opioids Methamphetamines Benzodiazepines Mental Health Disorders Depression Anxiety PTSD Co-occurring Disorders
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) Yoga Meditation
Populations
Adults Young Adults (18-25) Adolescents (13-17) Veterans & First Responders Lgbtqia+ Community Executives & Professionals
Facility
Private Room Options Gourmet Meals Yoga Meditation Soundbath Outdoor Activities

Location

Where it is

4774 Encinal Canyon Road, Malibu, California 90265 Get directions

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Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management in Malibu

For individuals dependent on alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, or other substances, withdrawal carries real medical risk. Mermaids Cove Malibu provides medical detox as the first level of care in its continuum, offering supervised withdrawal management in a residential setting on the California coast. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, meaning clinical support is available at any hour — a critical factor for those managing acute withdrawal symptoms.

Because detox at Mermaids Cove Malibu is embedded within a full residential treatment program rather than a standalone detox unit, clients can transition directly from withdrawal management into the next appropriate level of care — residential treatment, PHP, or IOP — without having to locate a separate facility or risk a gap in treatment. This continuity is especially relevant for those detoxing from opioids or benzodiazepines, where post-detox support significantly affects outcomes.

Levels of Care: From Inpatient Detox to Outpatient Programs

Mermaids Cove Malibu structures treatment across four distinct levels of care: Medical Detox, Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP). This stepped model means a person entering in acute withdrawal can receive the most intensive clinical support at intake, then move to progressively less restrictive settings as stability improves — all within the same accredited program.

Residential treatment provides round-the-clock structure and therapeutic engagement following detox. PHP offers a high level of clinical programming while allowing more flexibility than inpatient care. IOP serves individuals who have achieved greater stability and are preparing to reintegrate into daily life while maintaining regular therapeutic contact. Together, these four levels create a pathway that extends well beyond the detox window.

Co-Occurring Mental Health Treatment Alongside Detox

Substance use rarely arrives without accompanying mental health concerns. At Mermaids Cove Malibu, the treatment scope explicitly includes co-occurring disorders — depression, anxiety, and PTSD alongside substance use disorders. This matters at the detox stage, where untreated psychiatric symptoms can complicate withdrawal and increase the risk of leaving treatment prematurely.

Therapeutic approaches at the facility include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), both of which address the thought patterns and emotional regulation challenges that frequently underlie substance dependence. Yoga and meditation are also incorporated into the program, offering structured, non-pharmacological tools that complement clinical treatment across all levels of care.

Who Mermaids Cove Malibu Serves

The facility's admissions scope is notably broad. Mermaids Cove Malibu serves adults, young adults between 18 and 25, and adolescents between 13 and 17 — one of the relatively few residential detox and treatment programs in the Malibu area that extends care to the teenage population. Veterans and first responders, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and executives and professionals are also listed as populations the program is equipped to serve.

On the financial side, the center accepts private insurance and Medicaid. Its dual accreditation by CARF and the Joint Commission provides families with independent verification of clinical standards — important context when evaluating options quickly. The admissions line at (310) 437-3114 is accessible around the clock for those making urgent placement decisions in Los Angeles County and the broader Southern California region.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Private Insurance Medicaid
Accreditations
CARF Joint Commission

Common questions

FAQs About Mermaids Cove Malibu Inc Malibu Seaside Serenity Cove

Does Mermaids Cove Malibu offer medical detox? +
Yes. Medical detox is the first level of care in the facility's continuum at Mermaids Cove Malibu. The center operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing supervised withdrawal management for individuals with substance use disorders. Following detox, clients can continue into residential treatment or step down to PHP or IOP within the same program.
What substances does Mermaids Cove Malibu treat? +
The facility treats substance use disorders involving alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, cocaine, methamphetamines, and marijuana. Co-occurring mental health conditions — including depression, anxiety, and PTSD — are also addressed as part of the treatment program.
What levels of care are available at this Malibu detox center? +
Mermaids Cove Malibu offers four levels of care: Medical Detox, Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP). This continuum allows clients to move through progressively less intensive levels of care as they stabilize, without transferring to a separate facility.
Is Mermaids Cove Malibu accredited? +
Yes. The facility holds dual accreditation from both CARF and the Joint Commission. These are two of the most widely recognized independent accrediting bodies in behavioral health and addiction treatment, and their combined presence signals adherence to verified clinical and operational standards.
What insurance does Mermaids Cove Malibu accept? +
The facility accepts private insurance and Medicaid. To confirm whether your specific plan is accepted, contact the admissions team directly at (310) 437-3114.
Does Mermaids Cove Malibu treat adolescents? +
Yes. The facility serves adolescents between the ages of 13 and 17, in addition to young adults (18–25) and adults. It also serves specialized populations including veterans, first responders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and executives and professionals.
What therapeutic methods are used at this Malibu treatment center? +
Confirmed therapeutic methods at Mermaids Cove Malibu include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), yoga, and meditation. These approaches are used across the facility's levels of care to address both substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Where is Mermaids Cove Malibu located? +
The facility is located at 4774 Encinal Canyon Road in Malibu, California 90265, in Los Angeles County. It operates around the clock, seven days a week, and can be reached by phone at (310) 437-3114.
Does Mermaids Cove Malibu treat co-occurring mental health disorders? +
Yes. The facility explicitly treats co-occurring disorders, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD alongside substance use disorders. Both CBT and DBT — therapeutic modalities with clinical applications in mood and anxiety disorders — are part of the program.
What amenities does Mermaids Cove Malibu offer? +
The facility offers private room options, gourmet meals, yoga, meditation, soundbath sessions, and outdoor activities. These features reflect the residential, non-institutional character of the Malibu setting and are available alongside the clinical programming rather than as a substitute for it.

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 Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
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 Veterans Active duty military
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