Can I call just to ask about insurance or cost?

Of course. We can explain what your insurance may cover, what it may not, and what to expect financially — with no pressure and no obligation. Because we work with most insurance plans, treatment is often more affordable than people assume (and in some cases may cost nothing).

What types of addiction do you treat?

We treat a wide range of substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, prescription drugs, methamphetamine, and cocaine. In addition, we specialize in treating the co occurring mental health factors that often happen alongside addiction, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. Our approach addresses both substance use and mental health together so clients receive comprehensive, integrated care rather than treating each issue separately.

Do you offer medical detox?

Yes. We offer medically supervised detox supported by trained medical professionals who monitor your safety and comfort throughout the process. Our team is there to support you every step of the way, helping manage withdrawal symptoms and ensuring a safe, compassionate start to treatment.

Are phones or electronics allowed?

Phone and electronics use is typically limited during treatment so clients can fully focus on their recovery without outside distractions. In most cases, phones are secured upon admission and designated times are provided for approved calls with family, loved ones, or employers. These guidelines help create a structured, supportive environment while still allowing appropriate and healthy communication.

What should I bring with me to treatment?

You should bring comfortable clothing, personal hygiene items, and any prescribed medications in their original pharmacy bottles. It is also helpful to bring a valid ID, insurance information, and a small number of personal items such as books or a journal. For safety and focus, items like alcohol, drugs, weapons, and unapproved electronics are not permitted. Our admissions team will provide a detailed packing list ahead of time so you know exactly what to bring and what to leave at home.

Is my personal information private?

Yes. Every call is completely confidential. Your name and personal details are not shared, and no one is notified if you choose to check your insurance benefits. You can talk openly and honestly.

Should I wait to call until my loved one agrees to treatment?

It’s best not to wait. The sooner you call, the sooner we can help you understand next steps, prepare for difficult conversations, and feel more supported through the process. Having a plan in place can also make it easier for your loved one to say yes when they’re ready.

Top Rated Private Drug & Alcohol Rehab in California

Top Rated Private Drug & Alcohol Rehab in California

Private Detox & Rehab Center in Carlsbad, California

Cove Detox is a private, 12-bed detox and residential rehab center in Carlsbad, California, near the San Diego County coast. Our medically supervised detox is built around comfort and safety, with 24/7 nursing care and a board-certified Addiction Medicine physician overseeing every client.

Individuals treated through our program

500 +

Combined Years of Experience Working with Addiction Recovery

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Clinical Staff to Client Ratio

1:1

Hundreds of positive reviews

Our Philosophy

Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Carlsbad, CA, in a Private, Supportive Setting

Cove Detox is a California detox and recovery center in Carlsbad that treats addiction as a long-term medical and behavioral condition, not a short-term problem. We provide medical detox followed by residential treatment of up to 90 days, so clients move from withdrawal to therapy without changing facilities. Because we have only 12 beds, every client gets individual attention from a team that knows them by name.

As a provider, it is our job to help you realize three very important things:

Once these core beliefs are in place, real recovery work can begin. Overcoming addiction is not something anyone is meant to do alone. Lasting change requires the support of a dedicated treatment team that is fully invested in your success and committed to helping you reclaim your life. In a private inpatient detox and rehab setting in California, that level of support surrounds you every step of the way. When professional care is combined with your willingness to try and the courage to take the first step, even what feels impossible can begin to change. Together, we help remove the barriers standing between you and long term recovery.

We Work With Most Major Insurance Providers

Cove Detox works with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Beacon, Cigna, GEHA, Humana, Magellan, MultiPlan, NYSHIP, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare. Coverage depends on your plan, so verify your benefits with our admissions team in minutes.

Our Treatment programs

Inpatient Detox & Residential Rehab Options

Detox: Advanced Clinical Care Guided by Compassion

At the foundation of our private inpatient detox program is a highly experienced medical team with decades of expertise in treating substance use disorders. Our Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) provide around the clock medical care in a safe, supervised setting. All detox services are overseen by a board certified Addiction Medicine physician, ensuring the highest standards of clinical care for individuals seeking medically supervised detox in California.

Residential Treatment: Tailored Care With Meaningful, Lasting Outcomes

Our private residential treatment program in California is designed to provide structured clinical support for up to 90 days while maintaining momentum and meaningful progress throughout care. With an intentionally small, intimate setting and exceptionally low client to therapist ratios, treatment never feels repetitive or stalled. Each day is thoughtfully tailored to the individual, ensuring a personalized, engaging, and purposeful inpatient rehab experience focused on long term recovery.

Detox & Rehab Near Carlsbad, San Diego County

Our Carlsbad facility serves people across North County San Diego and the rest of Southern California, including Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Encinitas, Escondido, Solana Beach, and Del Mar, as well as San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles. If you are traveling from out of state, our admissions team can help plan your arrival.

We are licensed by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS License #370231AP) and accredited by The Joint Commission.

We provide medical detox and treatment for alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, prescription drugs, methamphetamine, and cocaine, as well as co-occurring mental health conditions through our dual diagnosis program.

How it works

It Starts With One Simple Call

Step 1

Initial Call

Your initial call is a confidential consultation designed to determine whether our private inpatient detox and rehab program in California is the right fit for your needs. During this conversation, our admissions team will review insurance options, answer your questions clearly, and explain what treatment looks like, all in a pressure free, no obligation environment.

Step 2

Get Scheduled

If our program feels like the right fit, our admissions team will guide you through scheduling your inpatient treatment. In many cases, same day admissions are available, allowing you to enter our private detox and rehab facility in California and begin care without unnecessary delays.

Step 3

Show Up

From the moment you arrive, you will be welcomed with genuine compassion and supported through every step of the intake process. Clients remain in our private inpatient detox and rehab program in California until they are stable both physically and mentally, a process that typically takes several weeks depending on individual needs.

Combined Years of Experience

Decades of expertise in the medical, therapeutic and compliance aspects of addiction treatment.

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Client Satisfaction

Patients consistently praise our personalized care, unmatched support and a focus on lasting recovery.

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Award Winning

An A+ rating from the BBB and glowing Google reviews reflect our dedication to excellence in care.

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Our Team

The Most Caring & Skilled Addiction Experts In California

Daniel Duclos

Director of Client Care

Daniel is passionate about helping those battling addiction and mental health to find a happy, healthy, and more fulfilling life.

Daniel Duclos

Director of Client Care

Alexandra Truman

Clinical Director

Alexandra Truman brings extensive experience and expertise in the field of addiction recovery.

Alexandra Truman

Clinical Director

Lucas Stetson

Director of Operations

Lucas has worked in the treatment industry beginning in 2015 and obtained certification through CCAPP with a CADC-II in 2019.

Lucas Stetson

Director of Operations

Cliff Shirar

Behavior Health Director

Cliff is a Detroit native who moved to California with grit and determination. With over 10 years of experience, he has risen from behavioral tech to Director of Admissions and is deeply committed to helping others recover.

Cliff Shirar

Director of Admissions

Xavier Hibbett

Program Supervisor

Xavier is the Program Supervisor at Cove Detox with several years of experience in the treatment field. As a person in recovery, he is dedicated to creating a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports clients in early recovery.

Xavier Hibbett

Program Supervisor

Frank Izzo

Programs Manager

Frank is dedicated to helping individuals struggling with alcohol and substance addictions find a path to lasting sobriety.

Frank Izzo

Programs Manager

Tim Cox

Behavioral Health Technician

Tim Cox

Behavioral Health Technician

Angela Steidle

Behavioral Health Technician

Angela is passionate about recovery and use their lived experience to support others with empathy and hope, while staying grounded through time spent outdoors and at the beach.

Angela Steidle

Behavioral Health Technician

Ashley Walls

Behavioral Health Technician

Ashley is a Detox Technician at Cove Detox with several years of experience in substance abuse treatment. She is RADT certified, active in the recovery community, and passionate about supporting individuals in early recovery.

Ashley Walls

Behavioral Health Technician

LaQuicha Westervelt-House

Nurse Practitioner

LaQuicha Westervelt-House is a double board certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health and substance use care, with a compassionate focus on underserved communities.

LaQuicha Westervelt-House

Nurse Practitioner

Phillip Lillard

Counselor

Phillip Lillard

Counselor

Daniel Duclos

Director of Client Care

Daniel is passionate about helping those battling addiction and mental health to find a happy, healthy, and more fulfilling life.

Daniel Duclos

Director of Client Care

Alexandra Truman

Clinical Director

Alexandra Truman brings extensive experience and expertise in the field of addiction recovery.

Alexandra Truman

Clinical Director

Lucas Stetson

Director of Operations

Lucas has worked in the treatment industry beginning in 2015 and obtained certification through CCAPP with a CADC-II in 2019.

Lucas Stetson

Director of Operations

Cliff Shirar

Behavior Health Director

Cliff Shirar

Director of Admissions

Xavier Hibbett

Program Supervisor

Xavier Hibbett

Program Supervisor

Frank Izzo

Programs Manager

Frank is dedicated to helping individuals struggling with alcohol and substance addictions find a path to lasting sobriety.

Frank Izzo

Programs Manager

Tim Cox

Behavioral Health Technician

Tim Cox

Behavioral Health Technician

Angela Steidle

Behavioral Health Technician

Angela is passionate about recovery and use their lived experience to support others with empathy and hope, while staying grounded through time spent outdoors and at the beach.

Angela Steidle

Behavioral Health Technician

Ashley Walls

Behavioral Health Technician

Ashley Walls

Behavioral Health Technician

LaQuicha Westervelt-House

Nurse Practitioner

LaQuicha Westervelt-House is a double board certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health and substance use care, with a compassionate focus on underserved communities.

LaQuicha Westervelt-House

Nurse Practitioner

Phillip Lillard

Counselor

Phillip Lillard

Counselor

Why Clients Love Us

I had been to treatment before, but nothing compares to Cove Detox. The level of personalized care, the calm environment, and the professionalism of the staff made all the difference. If you are looking for a private rehab facility in California that treats you like a human being and not a number, this is the place.

Cove Detox helped me through one of the hardest periods of my life. The medical detox process was smooth, and far more comfortable than I expected. The team took time to understand my history and helped me feel mentally and physically strong again, without trying to rush me out the door.

Choosing Cove Detox was the best decision I could have made. The environment is peaceful, the staff is highly experienced, and the care is truly unbeatable, and also the fridge is always stocked which is a plus. Cove set me up for future sobriety and success.

What stood out to me about Cove Detox was how caring and present the staff were. The nurses and clinicians never made me feel rushed or overlooked. This is not just another rehab in California, it is a place where real healing begins.

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FAQs

How quickly can I get admitted into treatment?

In many cases, same-day or next-day admissions may be available. The admissions team works quickly to help people begin treatment without unnecessary delays.

Will I have my own room during treatment?

Cove Detox offers both private and semi-private rooms depending on availability and treatment needs. The environment is designed to feel calm, comfortable, and supportive.

Can my family contact me while I’m in rehab?

Yes. Family communication is usually allowed at approved times so clients can stay connected while still focusing on recovery.

Do you only treat severe addiction cases?

No. People seek treatment at different stages of addiction. Some come early before things worsen, while others need help after long-term substance use.

Is treatment confidential?

Yes. Calls, insurance checks, and treatment information are kept private and confidential.

Can I bring my phone or laptop?

Phone policies may vary depending on the program, but approved communication times are often provided during treatment.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. Cove Detox works with many major insurance providers, and the admissions team can help verify coverage.

Where is Cove Detox located?

Cove Detox is a private detox and residential rehab center in Carlsbad, California, in North County San Diego.

What is the difference between detox and rehab?

Detox safely manages withdrawal under medical supervision, usually over several days. Rehab (residential treatment) follows detox and focuses on therapy and relapse prevention. At Cove Detox, residential treatment can last up to 90 days.

Do you offer alcohol detox in Carlsbad, CA?

Yes. Our medical team provides supervised alcohol detox, which is important because alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous without medical care.

How long does detox take?

It depends on the substance, how long and how heavily it was used, and the person’s health. Our medical team will give an estimate after assessment.