Changes Treatment Center
Adults in Huntington Beach looking for an intensive outpatient program (IOP) can reach Changes Treatment in about 20 minutes, at our Costa Mesa facility just off the 405. We provide IOP and partial hospitalization (PHP) for alcohol, opioid, and stimulant use, along with the depression, anxiety, and trauma that often come with it. Care is structured around your schedule, and we verify your insurance in about 15 minutes.
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The closest structured intensive outpatient program to Huntington Beach is Changes Treatment in adjacent Costa Mesa, roughly 20 minutes away via the 405. Use the Get Directions button to map the route from your neighborhood.
Yes. Our Costa Mesa facility on Bristol Street is set up for people who travel in from Huntington Beach and surrounding cities, with IOP and PHP scheduled so the trip fits around work and family rather than replacing them.
Yes. Alcohol use disorder is one of the most common conditions we treat, and our IOP and PHP both address it with therapy tailored to the patterns that sustain drinking.
PHP runs about 20 to 30 hours a week for people who need daytime structure most days; IOP runs about 9 to 15 hours and preserves more of your routine. Many clients step down from PHP to IOP over time.
No. Changes provides outpatient care only, meaning IOP and PHP. If you need medical detox or residential treatment first, we will help you find it before you begin outpatient care with us.
Most commercial plans cover outpatient addiction treatment, typically with prior authorization. We check your specific benefits at no cost in about 15 minutes so you know your coverage before starting.
Many people from Huntington Beach start within a day or two. Call (949) 807-2008 and we will verify your insurance and schedule an assessment, often the same day.
The nearest structured IOP to most of Huntington Beach is Changes Treatment in neighboring Costa Mesa, a short drive up the 405 or Beach Boulevard. Huntington Beach itself has limited dedicated outpatient options, which is why many residents look just over the city line for care. Our facility on Bristol Street is close enough for a regular treatment schedule and far enough to give you a clear separation between the environment where use happened and the place where recovery starts.
For someone weighing whether the drive is worth it, the short answer is that consistency matters more than distance. An IOP a few miles away that you attend reliably beats a closer option you cannot commit to.
Outpatient treatment works for people who are stable enough to live at home while getting real clinical support, which describes most adults seeking help in a community like Huntington Beach. You keep your job, stay near your family, and sleep in your own bed, while attending structured therapy several times a week. Inpatient care removes you from daily life entirely; outpatient care teaches you to manage it sober. For someone holding down work, raising kids, or finishing a degree, that difference decides whether treatment is realistic at all.
The trade-off is honest: outpatient care asks more of you between sessions. It works when you can stay safe at home and are ready to do the work.
Changes treats adults for alcohol use disorder, opioid addiction including heroin and prescription painkillers, cocaine and methamphetamine, and other stimulants, frequently alongside co-occurring mental health conditions. Alcohol is among the most-searched reasons people in the Huntington Beach area look for treatment, and our program builds care around the specific patterns that keep drinking in place rather than treating it as a generic problem.
Every plan combines group therapy, individual sessions with a licensed therapist, and evidence-based methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
Changes runs two outpatient levels, and the right one depends on how much structure you need. PHP is the more intensive, at roughly 20 to 30 hours a week for people who need treatment most of the day, most days. IOP runs about 9 to 15 hours a week and is the level most Huntington Beach searchers are looking for when they want serious support without giving up their routine. Many people begin in PHP and step down to IOP as they stabilize; others start at the IOP level and stay there. Many individuals in IOP in Orange County appreciate the flexibility it offers while still receiving vital care. This method allows them to maintain their daily responsibilities while engaging in therapeutic support. Individuals seeking help may also consider the intensive outpatient program Dana Point for its unique approach to recovery. This program offers a supportive community while allowing participants to engage in their everyday lives.
Neither level requires an overnight stay. Both let you return home the same day and apply what you learned in the environment where it counts.
Getting to Changes from Huntington Beach is a straightforward trip up the 405 or along Beach Boulevard to Bristol Street, usually around 20 to 30 minutes depending on where in the city you start and traffic. Residents come to us from Downtown Huntington Beach, Huntington Harbour, and the neighborhoods around Goldenwest, fitting sessions around work and family. Because IOP and PHP meet on set schedules rather than requiring you to move in, the commute becomes a routine part of your week rather than an obstacle.
Coastal Orange County, Huntington Beach included, has historically carried higher rates of drug and alcohol-related hospitalization than inland parts of the county (OC Health Care Agency), which makes reliable local access to outpatient care genuinely important for people in the area.
Most commercial insurance plans cover intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment, usually with prior authorization, though your out-of-pocket cost depends on your specific plan. Instead of guessing, we verify your benefits for free in about 15 minutes and explain exactly what your plan covers before you decide anything. A specialist then helps you book an assessment, and many people from the Huntington Beach area can start within a day or two.
Eric Chaghouri, MD, is the Medical Director at Changes Treatment Center and reviews the clinical content on this page. Dr. Chaghouri is a board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in addiction and forensic psychiatry.
A single phone call is enough to find out what treatment could look like for you. Reach us at (949) 807-2008 or verify your benefits online.
Recovery is more than stopping a behavior, it’s about rediscovering who you are. At Changes, we provide a supportive space where individuals can rebuild confidence, gain clarity, and move forward with purpose through personalized care.
We focus on strengthening identity, encouraging presence, and supporting overall well-being. By addressing self-sabotage and fostering community, we help turn intention into lasting change, walking with you every step of the way.
Our licensed professionals bring years of expertise in addiction and mental health treatment.
We customize treatment for every client to ensure long term success.
From detox to aftercare, Changes walks with you every step of the way.
Our Costa Mesa location offers a calming, bright, and rejuvenating atmosphere.
A Simple Path to a New Beginning with Changes
We understand that taking the first step toward recovery can feel overwhelming. Our admissions process is designed to be simple, confidential, and stress-free.
Fast, confidential coverage check to help you understand your benefits and available treatment options.
Personalized support to guide you through the process and answer any questions with clarity and care.
Start your path to a brighter future with structured support, expert care, and a plan built around you.
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This assessment is not a medical diagnosis, but it can help you determine whether alcohol may be having a greater impact on your life than you realize.
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Developed by Patrick Conod, LCSW, and Cari Lawyer, CATC I, on behalf of the Changes Treatment Center Clinical Leadership Team.
A Self-Assessment for Family Members and Friends
Watching someone you love change because of alcohol can be confusing and heartbreaking. You may find yourself questioning what you’re seeing, wondering if you’re overreacting, or hoping things will get better on their own.
This assessment is designed to help you reflect on the behaviors you’ve noticed. It isn’t a diagnosis, but it may help you determine whether it’s time to seek guidance or support.
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Developed by Patrick Conod, LCSW, and Cari Lawyer, CATC I, on behalf of the Changes Treatment Center Clinical Leadership Team.
When we are struggling with deep stress, anxious thoughts, or a low mood, it is incredibly natural to look for immediate relief. Sometimes, we turn to alcohol or other substances just to quiet our minds, get some sleep, or feel normal for a night.
This short self-assessment is designed to help you pause and look at how these two parts of your life might be influencing each other. It is entirely anonymous and takes less than two minutes.
It’s common for habits to slowly shift over time, especially during stressful seasons. Often, we find ourselves using a substance to cope, unwind, or get through the day, only to realize it is starting to take up more space in our routine, thoughts, or relationships than we’d like.
This quick, 10-question check-in is a quiet space to reflect honestly on how your use is impacting your life. It is entirely anonymous, completely free of clinical judgment, and takes less than two minutes.
We all experience days when we feel down, exhausted, or just completely unmotivated. But when those heavy feelings start lingering, it can be hard to tell if you’re just going through a rough patch or if it’s something more.
This quick, confidential check-in is designed to help you pause and reflect on how you’ve actually been feeling lately. It is completely anonymous, entirely non-judgmental, and takes less than two minutes.
Is your evening glass of wine a harmless habit, or is it starting to catch up with you? It’s not always easy to tell where “social drinking” ends and “too much” begins.
Take this quick, 2-minute quiz to check in on your relationship with alcohol and get clear, personalized insights.
