About us
Located in the charming Lagunitas Forest Knolls neighborhood in Forest Knolls, California, Serenity Knolls Treatment Center is a prestigious private facility that specializes in drug and alcohol recovery. For those looking for a calm and encouraging atmosphere to help them recover from addiction, this peaceful setting is ideal. With over 25 years of experience treating addiction, Serenity Knolls has assisted over 5,000 people in changing their lives. This is due to the complete philosophy that integrates evidence-based practices with the tenets of the 12-step program.
The first step in the center’s treatment strategy is a comprehensive evaluation of each client to look for co-occurring disorders and create a personalized treatment plan. At Serenity Knolls, concurrent treatment of mental health and drug addiction disorders is highly valued since it lowers the likelihood of relapse and improves overall wellbeing. A combination of professional treatments, rehabilitation activities, and educational sessions are included into their integrated treatment strategy to address the complex nature of addiction.
Serenity Knolls offers a highly organized inpatient program that promotes stability and sustained rehabilitation for its clients. Surrounded by 12 acres of breathtaking natural scenery, the property provides shared living areas complete with opulent facilities that foster a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere. Along with family counseling, couples counseling, personalized and group therapy, and educational seminars, this approach makes use of the well-known 12-step paradigm. The main goals are to assist clients in acquiring coping mechanisms, comprehending their addiction better, and laying the groundwork for long-term abstinence.
The focus Serenity Knolls places on staff members’ living experiences is one of its distinctive features. Every counselor at the program has gone through recovery themselves, which broadens their empathy and enables them to advise clients from a genuine and compassionate place. Through the development of inspiration and trust, this peer-based approach motivates individuals to dedicate themselves to the difficult but worthwhile process of recovery.
After the inpatient stage of therapy, Serenity Knolls is dedicated to providing clients with continuous care. They provide a comprehensive aftercare program that includes twice-weekly remote alumni meetings in addition to special events and get-togethers for program graduates. By maintaining a supportive environment, these programs help clients reintegrate into daily life while strengthening the techniques and abilities they acquired throughout therapy.
The center’s many affiliations and accreditations attest to its dedication to provide top-notch treatment. Serenity Knolls is recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP), and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Furthermore, the institution satisfies strict criteria for quality and safety in addiction treatment since it has a complete license from the state of California.
Serenity Knolls takes a number of insurance policies, including as Kaiser, Anthem BC, and VA financing. Before beginning the program, clients are advised to confirm their coverage and learn about in-network and out-of-network benefits. For those who need it most, high-quality care is now affordable thanks to our inclusive funding strategy.
Dedicated to releasing people and communities from the grip of addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions, Serenity Knolls is a top provider of drug abuse treatment in Northern California and around the country. Their all-encompassing approach to recovery is focused on giving residents the skills they need to maintain long-term sobriety and create a meaningful, drug-free life, all while helping them reclaim their sense of self-worth, strengthen their bonds with family, and form stronger interpersonal connections.
Insurance
Payment Options
- Private health insurance
- Cash or self-payment
- Daily
- Monthly
- Military insurance
- Self-pay options
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.
7.6
Out of 10
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Treatment
Treatment Options
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
Conditions Treated
- Alcoholism
- Mental health treatment
- Substance use treatment
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Opioid Treatement
Levels of Care
- Partial Hospitalization Program
- Intensive outpatient treatment
- Outpatient
- Hospital inpatient treatment
- Aftercare
Treatment Modalities
- 12-step facilitation
- Individual psychotherapy
- Group counseling
- Family counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Experiential Therapy
- Marital/couples counseling
- Life Skills
- Rational Behavior Therapy
- Trauma-related counseling
- Nicotine replacement
- Holistic Treatment
- Motivational interviewing
License and Accreditation
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
- NAATP
- SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP)
- State department of health
Facility Operation
- Treatment duration
- Private for-profit organization
Opioid Treatment
- Buprenorphine detoxification
- Relapse prevention with naltrexone
- Psychotropic Medication
Transitional Recovery Services
- Holistic Treatment
Age Groups Accepted
- Adults
- Young adults
Gender Accepted
- Female
- Male
Amenities
Amenities
- Private setting
- Mountain Views
- Yoga studio
- Meditation room
- Gym
- Hiking trails
- Basketball court
- Recreation room
- Swimming pool
- Music room
- Wilderness setting
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