Avalon by the Sea – Malibu, California
32420 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California, 90265
Last Updated: June 26, 2026
Insurance
Payment Options
- Private health insurance
- Cash or self-payment
Addiction Resource Score
Scoring is assigned by a proprietary system which helps surface key metrics that determine quality. The 10-point scale factors in categories such as operations, customer satisfaction, and trust metrics.
We understand that choosing an addiction treatment center can be overwhelming, especially with so many options, promises, and marketing messages. That's why we've developed a clear, standardized rating system designed to cut through the noise and highlight what truly matters: safety, quality of care, and transparency. Our goal is to give individuals and families the information they need to make confident, informed decisions during a critical time.
In this guide, we explain exactly how we rate treatment centers—from accreditation and staff credentials to therapy options, facility environment, and family involvement. You'll see how we assign scores, award badges, and update listings to ensure accuracy and fairness. Most importantly, our system focuses on elevating centers that prioritize ethical, evidence-based care, not just those with the best marketing. This way, you can trust that the ratings you see reflect meaningful standards that help you find the right fit for lasting recovery.
8.0
Out of 10
Avalon by the Sea, located in Malibu, California, offers specialized treatment for substance use addiction, alcohol addiction, and mental health conditions. The facility employs a variety of treatment modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy, and neurofeedback.
In addition to these evidence-based therapies, Avalon by the Sea provides art therapy, couples and family therapy, and music therapy, offering a holistic approach to treatment. The facility is accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care.
Treatment Options
The facility offers multiple levels of care, such as:
- Holistic Treatment
The center treats the following addictions and co-occurring disorders:
- Clients who have experienced trauma
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
Treatment Modalities
- 12-step facilitation
- Family counseling
- Individual psychotherapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Group counseling
- Creative Arts Therapy
- Experiential Therapy
- Life Skills
- Nutrition Therapy
- Marital/couples counseling
- Trauma-related counseling
- Holistic Treatment
Conditions Treated
- Mental health treatment
- Alcoholism
- Opioid Addiction
- Substance use treatment
- Co-occurring Disorders
Levels Of Care
- Intensive outpatient treatment
- Luxury Treatment
- Detoxification
- Aftercare
- Outpatient
- Hospital inpatient treatment
License and Accreditation
- The Joint Commission
- NAATP
- State department of health
- SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
Amenities
- Luxury accomodations
- Beach setting
- Oceanfront views
- Yoga studio
- Acupuncture room
- Massage room
- Art activities
- Private rooms
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Most private insurances accepted