Joint Commission Est. 1995 Verified

Spencer Recovery Centers

1316 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Program 30 days

Care Levels Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health

Insurance 24 accepted

Therapies 9 methods

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Key Takeaways

Spencer Recovery Centers is a Residential Rehab facility in Laguna Beach, CA, established in 1995.
Accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield.
Uses 9 evidence-based therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills, Trauma-Specific Therapy.
Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and admission guidance (24/7).

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Why Choose Spencer Recovery Centers

Accredited Facility

Holds Joint Commission accreditation, ensuring adherence to rigorous quality standards.

Broad Insurance Coverage

Accepts 24 insurance providers, making treatment accessible for more families.

Evidence-Based Therapies

Offers 9 proven treatment methods including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills.

Multiple Care Levels

Provides 3 levels of care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox — ensuring the right intensity for every stage of recovery.

About Spencer Recovery Centers: Programs, Staff & Mission

Nestled in the hills of Laguna Beach, California lies Spencer Recovery, a residential treatment center that offers a personalized, holistic approach to addiction and mental health treatment. Spencer Recovery strives to ensure their guests receive a one-of-a-kind treatment experience by offering specialized programs for men and women as well as specific tracks for executives, active military, first responders, couples, young adults, and a faith-based program. Their residential program aims to heal the mind, body, and spirit by addressing the underlying cause of addiction. Staffed by a team of experts, Spencer Recovery combines traditional talk therapy with holistic treatment options like golfing with a personal golf instructor, yoga, physical exercise, acupuncture, massage therapy, beach fitness, and so much more. With a plethora of extracurricular activities, clients will never get bored while in recovery. In addition to addiction recovery, licensed clinicians have extensive experience working with dual diagnosis clients and can provide the necessary therapeutic guidance to address any mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, panic disorders, and trauma. Clients will meet with their therapist 1-2 times per week for individual sessions as well as 12-Step meetings, exercise programs, and guided daily beach walks.
Spencer Recovery provides high-quality treatment without sacrificing the comforts from home. The beautiful home sits atop a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The home comes equipped with modern decor, gorgeous ocean views, an open kitchen, a pool, a spa, and private rooms with luxurious king and queen beds and a balcony overlooking the beach. Spencer Recovery is also pet-friendly, allowing clients to bring their furry family members to treatment. Spencer Recovery has been helping clients find freedom from addiction and mental health conditions for over 25 years.

What to Expect at Spencer Recovery Centers

Your path from first call to lasting recovery

Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to build a personalized plan.

Active Care

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

Aftercare

Ongoing support, relapse prevention planning, and connections to community resources.

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What Levels of Care Are Available?

Programs available at this facility

Residential Rehab

Live-in treatment with comprehensive daily programming.

Co-Occurring Mental Health

Detox

Medically supervised withdrawal management, typically 3-10 days.

What Insurance Does Spencer Recovery Centers Accept?

24 insurance providers accepted. Learn about insurance coverage →

Aetna

Anthem

BlueCross BlueShield

Bright Health

CareFirst

Carelon Behavioral Health

Cigna

ComPsych

GuideWell

HealthNet

HealthPartners

Highmark

Humana

ITU Funds

Intermountain Healthcare

Kaiser Permanente

MHN

Medicaid

Medicare

Optum

Oscar

Tricare

Tufts Health

United Healthcare

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What Therapies and Approaches Are Used?

Evidence-based methods used at this center. Browse all types →

1-on-1 Counseling

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Identifies and changes negative thought patterns driving addiction.

Life Skills

Practical skills for independent, sober daily living.

Trauma-Specific Therapy

Couples Counseling

Mindfulness Therapy

Present-moment awareness to manage cravings and stress.

Evidence-Based

Clinically proven approaches backed by scientific research.

Holistic

Whole-person approach: mind, body, and spirit healing.

Personalized Treatment

Christian

1-on-1 Counseling with Clinical Psychologist Experiential Therapy Acupuncture

Who Does Spencer Recovery Centers Treat?

Men

Gender-specific programs addressing male-related issues

Women

Gender-specific care including trauma and family therapy

Young Adults

Specialized programs for ages 18-25

LGBTQ+

Inclusive care with LGBTQ-affirming providers

Executives

Midlife Adults

Ages 18+ with substance use disorders

What Conditions and Substances Are Treated?

Substances

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Chronic Relapse Benzodiazepines Cocaine Ecstasy Heroin Marijuana

Conditions

Anger Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Anxiety Bipolar Depression Grief and Loss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Stress Codependency

Amenities and Activities Available

Access to Nature Fitness Center Outdoor Lounge Pool Gardens Walking Trails Beach Access Ocean View Spa Physical Fitness Swimming Volleyball Yoga AA/NA Meetings Beach Fitness Beach Walks Massage Golf

Aftercare & Continuing Support

Follow-up Sessions (in-person) Relapse Prevention Planning Follow-up Sessions (online)

Additional Services

Type of Care

Substance use treatment Detoxification

Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)

Residential/24-hour residential Residential detoxification Long-term residential Short-term residential

Opioid Medications used in Treatment

Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment

External Opioid Medications Source

In-network prescribing entity Other contracted prescribing entity

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

Other contracted prescribing entity

Type of Opioid Treatment

Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization

Pharmacotherapies

Buprenorphine with naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Clonidine

Treatment Approaches

Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy 12-step facilitation

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)

Private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation

State Substance use treatment agency State department of health The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted

Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Special Programs/Groups Offered

Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS

Assessment/Pre-treatment

Comprehensive substance use assessment Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders

Testing

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening TB screening Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)

Transitional Services

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge

Recovery Support Services

Self-help groups Housing services Mentoring/peer support

Detoxification (medical withdrawal) Services

Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification

Education and Counseling Services

HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling

Facility Smoking Policy

Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted

Young Adults Adults

Sex Accepted

Female Male

Facility Vaping Policy

Vaping permitted in designated area

Ancillary Services

Case management service Social skills development Integrated primary care services

How Much Does Treatment Cost?

Average costs vary by care level. Insurance typically covers 60-80% of treatment.

Care Level	Avg. Cost/Month	With Insurance	Duration
Medical Detox	$5,000–$10,000	$500–$3,000	3–7 days
Residential	$15,000–$30,000	$2,000–$8,000	30–90 days
PHP/IOP	$5,000–$12,000	$500–$3,000	6–12 weeks
Outpatient	$1,000–$5,000	$100–$1,000	3–12 months

Source: SAMHSA National Survey, 2024. Costs vary by location and provider. Call (833) 546-3513 for a free, personalized cost estimate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the program at Spencer Recovery Centers?

The typical program length at Spencer Recovery Centers is 30 days. Actual duration varies based on individual assessment and treatment progress.

What insurance does Spencer Recovery Centers accept?

Spencer Recovery Centers accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 3 levels of care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox. Your care team will recommend the appropriate level based on your evaluation.

Who does Spencer Recovery Centers treat?

Spencer Recovery Centers treats Men, Women, Young Adults, LGBTQ+, Executives, Midlife Adults. Contact the facility to discuss specific eligibility requirements.

How do I start the admissions process?

Call (833) 546-3513 for a free, confidential consultation. Our specialists verify your insurance, explain options, and guide you through every step of the admission process.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 546-3513 for a free verification — we check your specific benefits and out-of-pocket costs within minutes.

What therapies are used at this center?

Spencer Recovery Centers uses evidence-based approaches including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Life Skills, Trauma-Specific Therapy, Couples Counseling. Treatment plans are personalized to each individual.

Contact Spencer Recovery Centers

Free Guidance & Insurance Verification

(833) 546-3513

Address

1316 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651

Center Phone

(877) 664-6568

Website

spencerrecovery.com

Languages

English

Last updated: April 5, 2026 • Reviewed by RehabHive Editorial Team

Sources & References

This listing includes information from publicly available data and provider submissions. For authoritative resources on treatment and recovery:

SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357 — Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral service
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Research-based information on addiction science and treatment
FindTreatment.gov
Official SAMHSA treatment locator with verified facility data
NAATP
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers — industry standards and ethics