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Substance Use Treatment · Newport Beach, California

Sober First Recovery LLC

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Virtual Intensive Outpatient (Virtual IOP)
Address
434 Old Newport Blvd
Newport Beach, California 92663
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Insurance accepted
6 carriers including TRICARE, TriWest VA / CAMP-VA

About

About Sober First Recovery LLC

Sober First Recovery LLC, doing business as Pacific Shores Recovery, has provided drug and alcohol addiction treatment from its Newport Beach location for more than two decades. The Old Newport Boulevard facility sits within walking distance of the oceanfront, with easy access to cafes, restaurants, and shops, plus nearby mountains, deserts, and beaches that the program uses as part of its experiential and lifestyle-recovery work.

The continuum begins with medical detox, supervised by clinical staff with substance-specific stabilization protocols. Clients then progress into residential treatment, intensive outpatient programming, virtual IOP for clients across California who cannot commute daily, traditional outpatient, and sober living. Conditions treated include alcohol use disorder, opioid addiction, benzodiazepine dependence, methamphetamine addiction, and co-occurring trauma and mental health conditions. The program is intentionally veteran-friendly, accepting TRICARE and TriWest VA / CAMP-VA in-network, which makes it accessible to active-duty service members, retirees, and veterans referred through the VA.

Clinical work is led by Founder Mark Manderson (CADC II), author of ‘The Recovery Way’ and a TEDx speaker on addiction recovery, alongside Clinical Director Brad Kingma (LMFT). The team integrates CBT with individual and group counseling, medication-assisted treatment when indicated, and holistic therapies that fit Pacific Shores’ Newport Beach setting. Programming emphasizes the long-arc view of recovery rather than a single 30-day stay, with Manderson’s podcast (The Recovery Roundtable) and book serving as continuing-recovery resources for alumni and prospective clients.

Pacific Shores Recovery is accredited by The Joint Commission and is in-network with TRICARE, TriWest VA, and Aetna, with additional carriers accepted including Cigna, Anthem, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. The program is family-owned and operated, which leadership treats as a deliberate differentiator from larger corporate rehab networks.

  • Joint Commission accredited medical detox facility with verified clinical oversight
  • Specialized inpatient detox for opioids, benzodiazepines, and methamphetamines with MAT protocols
  • TRICARE accepted with dedicated veteran support and AA for Veterans aftercare
  • Licensed Clinical Director (LMFT) supervising withdrawal management protocols
  • Newport Beach oceanfront location within walking distance of restaurants and shops

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Virtual Intensive Outpatient (Virtual IOP) Outpatient Program Sober Living
Conditions
Alcohol Use Disorder Opioid Addiction Benzodiazepine Addiction Methamphetamine Addiction Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Trauma / PTSD
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Individual Counseling Group Counseling Medication-Assisted Treatment Holistic Therapies
Populations
Veterans Young Adults (18-25) Men Women HIV/AIDS Support Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Trauma / PTSD
Languages
English
Facility
Walking Distance to Newport Beach Oceanfront Family-Owned & Operated Sober Living Component Walkable to Cafes, Restaurants, Shops

Location

Where it is

434 Old Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, California 92663 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Sober First Recovery LLC provides medically supervised detox for multiple substances including opioid detox, benzo detox, and methamphetamine withdrawal. Their inpatient detox programs utilize medication-assisted treatment protocols to manage acute withdrawal symptoms under continuous medical supervision. The facility's Joint Commission accreditation ensures compliance with established detox center standards and withdrawal management protocols.

Clinical Director Brad Kingma, LMFT, oversees detox programs alongside CADC II credentialed staff member Mark Manderson. The medical detox process includes 24/7 monitoring during the critical withdrawal phase, with FDA-approved medications administered as medically indicated. Patients transition from detox to residential treatment within the same facility, eliminating gaps in care during early recovery.

Specialized Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders

The facility addresses dual diagnosis cases where substance use disorders co-occur with mental health conditions including trauma and PTSD. Their residential treatment component extends beyond initial detox to provide stabilization for complex cases requiring extended medical supervision. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and individual counseling sessions target underlying conditions that contribute to substance dependence.

Group counseling sessions complement individual therapy, while holistic therapies supplement traditional clinical interventions. The program specifically treats HIV/AIDS patients requiring specialized medical consideration during withdrawal management. This comprehensive approach addresses both acute withdrawal symptoms and underlying psychiatric conditions that complicate detox processes.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options

Sober First Recovery LLC accepts major insurance carriers including TRICARE, Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for detox services. TRICARE coverage specifically supports veteran populations seeking medical detox and withdrawal management. The facility also accommodates self-pay patients requiring immediate detox center admission.

Intensive outpatient programs are available for $3,000 to $10,000 per 30-day period for patients stepping down from inpatient detox. Insurance verification determines coverage levels for medical detox, residential treatment, and medication-assisted treatment protocols. The admissions team coordinates benefits verification to minimize financial barriers to urgent detox services.

After Care

Continuing support

Sober Living Houses Continuing IOP and Virtual IOP Alumni Resources Mark Manderson's 'The Recovery Way' book and Recovery Roundtable Podcast

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
TRICARE TriWest VA / CAMP-VA Aetna Cigna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Payment options
Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Note

Intensive Outpatient (IOP): $3,000 to $10,000 for a 30-day program

Common questions

FAQs About Sober First Recovery LLC

What types of medical detox does Sober First Recovery provide? +
Sober First Recovery offers inpatient medical detox for opioids, benzodiazepines, and methamphetamines. Their medically supervised withdrawal management includes medication-assisted treatment protocols under 24/7 clinical supervision.
Is Sober First Recovery accredited for detox services? +
Yes, Sober First Recovery holds Joint Commission (JCAHO) accreditation. This accreditation ensures their medical detox programs meet established standards for withdrawal management and patient safety protocols.
Does the facility accept TRICARE for veteran detox services? +
Sober First Recovery accepts TRICARE insurance for medical detox and treatment services. They also provide specialized veteran support including AA for Veterans aftercare programs.
What happens after completing medical detox at Sober First? +
Patients can transition to residential treatment within the same facility following detox completion. The center also offers aftercare programs and specialized support groups including AA for Veterans to support ongoing recovery.
Can they treat co-occurring mental health disorders during detox? +
Yes, Sober First Recovery treats co-occurring disorders including trauma and PTSD alongside substance use disorders. Their dual diagnosis approach addresses both withdrawal management and underlying mental health conditions.
What withdrawal management protocols does the facility use? +
The facility utilizes FDA-approved medication-assisted treatment for opioid and benzodiazepine withdrawal under medical supervision. Clinical Director Brad Kingma, LMFT, oversees withdrawal protocols and therapeutic interventions during detox.
Does Sober First provide detox for benzodiazepine withdrawal? +
Yes, they offer specialized benzo detox with medically supervised withdrawal management. Benzodiazepine detox requires careful medical monitoring due to potential seizure risks during withdrawal.
What insurance plans cover detox services at this facility? +
Sober First Recovery accepts Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE insurance plans. They also offer self-pay options for patients requiring immediate detox center admission.

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 Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Addiction recovery education
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