Residential treatment at Villa Treatment Center provides 24 hour live-in care, for adults with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or both. Programs typically run 30 to 90 days with structured clinical programming, medical supervision, and integrated dual diagnosis treatment. Most major insurance is accepted, and admissions answer 24/7.
If you or someone you love is in crisis right now, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Villa’s admissions team can also help you decide on next steps; call (818) 639-7160 any time.
Who Residential Treatment is for
Residential treatment is the most intensive level of care below psychiatric hospitalization. It is the right level of care when 24-hour clinical supervision is needed, when home is not a stable recovery environment, or when both mental health and substance use need treatment in a focused environment away from daily triggers.
The program is most often the right fit for:
- People with severe mental health symptoms, active depression, PTSD, bipolar episodes, severe anxiety, or psychiatric instability requiring daily clinical observation
- People with substance use disorder needing medical detox followed by structured treatment without immediate access to substances
- People with co-occurring mental health and substance use, dual diagnosis presentations where both conditions need simultaneous intensive care
- Step-down from psychiatric hospitalization, when an inpatient psychiatric stay has stabilized acute risk but continued structure is needed
- People who have tried previous treatment unsuccessfully, when therapy or other treatment approaches have not produced sustained recovery
- Executives, professionals, and high-functioning adults who need confidential, structured residential care with privacy considerations; see executive treatment
- Adults 18+ with the ability to participate in structured programming
Residential is not the right fit when symptoms can be safely managed with less intensive care or when home is a stable recovery environment with adequate clinical support nearby. Admissions and the clinical team determine the right level during the initial assessment.
What Residential Treatment Looks Like at Villa
Residential treatment at Villa is structured, clinically supervised, and based in a community setting in Woodland Hills, CA. Most clients stay 30 to 90 days; length is determined by clinical need, treatment progress, and step-down readiness.
Daily structure typically includes morning check-in and goal setting, individual therapy sessions, group therapy (process and skills groups), psychiatric medication management, structured meals and community time, recreational and wellness activities, evening recovery focused programming, and lights out at consistent times to support sleep.
Medical and clinical care is available 24/7. Onsite staff include licensed clinicians, nursing staff, and recovery support specialists. Psychiatrists certified by the board provide medication management. Medical detox is available when needed as the first step of residential treatment for substance use clients; see medical detox services.
The first 24 hours include intake assessment, medical evaluation, medication review, room assignment, orientation to programming, and meeting the primary clinician. A full treatment plan is developed within the first week based on diagnostic assessment.
Family contact is available throughout the stay with appropriate releases. Weekly family therapy sessions and visitation days support family involvement; see family therapy programs.
Conditions and Concerns We Treat in Residential
Villa’s residential program is integrated for mental health and substance use, with the same clinical team treating both.
Conditions and concerns commonly addressed include:
Mental health diagnoses depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD and trauma, bipolar disorder, adult ADHD (when complicated by other conditions), and other psychiatric presentations
Substance use disorders alcohol, opioids, stimulants, benzodiazepines, prescription drugs, and other substances; see drug addiction treatment and alcohol rehab in Los Angeles
Co-occurring disorders dual diagnosis treatment where mental health and substance use are addressed together
Trauma-related presentations PTSD, complex PTSD, and trauma underlying substance use
Mood disorders with significant functional impairment requiring structure
Treatment-resistant cases where previous treatment or lower intensity programs have not produced adequate response
Program Lengths: 30, 60, and 90-Day Residential Treatment
Residential program length is determined by clinical need, not preset packages.
Common program lengths and what they typically support:
- 30-day residential treatment the shortest standard program; works for clients with mild-to-moderate severity, those with strong continued care support to step down to, or those with significant work or family obligations. Often a starting point that extends if clinical need warrants.
- 60-day residential treatment the most common program length for moderate-to-severe presentations. Provides time for medical stabilization, sustained engagement in evidence-based therapy, building of relapse prevention skills, and structured planning for the next phase of care.
- 90-day residential treatment supported by research as having the strongest outcomes for substance use disorders, particularly with co-occurring mental health conditions or repeated relapse history. Provides extended time for behavior change to consolidate.
- Long-term residential treatment beyond 90 days available for clients with complex presentations, multiple prior treatment attempts, or significant clinical needs requiring extended care.
Length is reassessed throughout the stay. The clinical team and admissions discuss expected length during the initial assessment and adjust based on treatment response.
Therapies and Modalities Offered
Residential treatment includes the most concentrated therapeutic dose available outside of psychiatric hospitalization, multiple hours of structured therapy daily, plus individual sessions, medication management, and skill-building programming.
Modalities used:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) first-line for depression, anxiety, substance use, and many other conditions
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness
- Trauma-focused therapy (EMDR, prolonged exposure, CPT) for trauma underlying mental health symptoms or substance use
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) evidence-based approach for ambivalence about change in early-stage substance use treatment
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) values-based behavior change
- Relapse prevention curriculum structured, evidence-based protocols for substance use clients
- Group therapy daily process and skills groups led by licensed clinicians; specialty groups for shared diagnoses
- Individual therapy weekly minimum, more frequent during acute phases
- Family therapy weekly sessions with appropriate releases
- Psychiatric medication management board-certified psychiatrists manage medications throughout residential
- Holistic and complementary approaches mindfulness, yoga, expressive therapy, and other supportive practices integrated alongside evidence-based clinical work
Clinicians are licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW). The program is medically reviewed by Dr. Courtney Scott, MD, our medical director. Villa was founded by Georgia Frabotta, who brings over 23 years of personal recovery experience.
Step-Down Options After Residential
Residential treatment is one stage of a continuum of care.
Most clients step down through progressively less intensive levels:
- Step-down to partial hospitalization (PHP) 5 to 6 hours per day, 5 days per week; common immediate step-down
- Step-down to continued care 3 hours per day, 3 days per week; supports return to work or school
- Step-down to therapy and medication management weekly or biweekly sessions for sustained maintenance
- Aftercare programs and alumni support long-term recovery community connection through Villa’s alumni programs
Discharge planning begins early in residential treatment, typically within the first two weeks, and is finalized in the last week of stay. The clinical team coordinates the step-down so the treatment plan stays continuous.
Insurance, Cost, And Admissions
Villa Treatment Center is in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross of California, Health Net, and MHN, and works with most other major carriers on an out-of-network basis. Residential treatment is typically covered under the behavioral health benefit when documented as medically necessary. Coverage is often strongest after a prior psychiatric hospitalization, after failed previous treatment, or for moderate-to-severe presentations. Alumni programs can be a vital resource for individuals seeking ongoing support after completing their treatment.
Verification takes 15 minutes by phone or 24 hours by online form. Self-pay rates and payment plans are available for clients without insurance or with insurance plans that limit residential coverage. Admissions can walk through what your specific plan covers and what your out-of-pocket costs would be on the same call.
To start: call (818) 639-7160 or use the insurance verification form. Residential intake is scheduled based on bed availability and clinical urgency.
Serving Woodland Hills, The San Fernando Valley, and Greater Los Angeles
Villa’s residential facility sits on Hood Drive in Woodland Hills, CA, accessible from Calabasas, Tarzana, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Northridge, West Hills, Canoga Park, Reseda, Van Nuys, Hidden Hills, Agoura Hills, Thousand Oaks, Glendale, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu, and the broader Los Angeles County. Residential treatment serves clients from anywhere in California; the inpatient stay is on-site at the Woodland Hills facility.
Family sessions are available in person on visit days or by video for out-of-area family members. The location offers privacy and quiet while remaining accessible to the LA metro area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does residential treatment in Woodland Hills last?
Length varies based on clinical need and treatment response. Most residential programs run 30 to 90 days; some clients benefit from extended stays beyond 90 days. The 90-day length is supported by research as having the strongest outcomes for substance use disorders, particularly with co-occurring conditions. Length is reassessed throughout treatment and adjusted based on progress.
Does insurance cover residential treatment?
Most major insurance plans cover residential treatment under the behavioral health benefit when documented as medically necessary. Aetna, Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net, MHN, and others are commonly accepted. Coverage often requires pre-authorization; admissions handles this during the verification call. Self-pay and payment plans are available.
What's the difference between residential treatment and inpatient psychiatric hospitalization?
Psychiatric hospitalization is a short-term medical setting (typically 3 to 10 days) for acute crisis stabilization, often involuntary. Residential treatment is a longer-term (30 to 90+ days) voluntary therapeutic program in a community-based setting, with a focus on sustained behavior change rather than acute crisis management. Many people step from psychiatric hospitalization down to residential treatment.
Can I bring my phone, laptop, or work materials?
Electronic devices are permitted with some usage restrictions to support full engagement in treatment. Limited time for essential work or educational obligations is available, particularly as clients progress through the program. The clinical team coordinates necessary communications with employers or schools, including FMLA paperwork and confidentiality measures. For executives and professionals with significant work responsibilities, see our executive treatment program.
What does a typical day look like in residential?
Days are structured with morning check-in, individual therapy or group programming, medication appointments as scheduled, structured meals, recreational and wellness time, afternoon group sessions, evening recovery-focused programming, and consistent sleep schedules. The structure supports the routine-building and habit work that’s central to sustained recovery.
Can family visit?
Yes. Weekly family therapy sessions are part of treatment with appropriate releases. Visitation days are available after an initial stabilization period (typically the first 1-2 weeks) and are scheduled with clinical input. Family members can be involved through video sessions when in-person visits aren’t feasible.
Is residential treatment confidential?
All behavioral health treatment is protected by HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 (the federal regulation specifically governing substance use disorder treatment privacy). For executives and high-profile individuals, additional discretion measures are available through our executive treatment program.
What happens after I complete residential treatment?
Discharge planning begins early in your stay and includes a step-down plan to PHP, IOP, or outpatient therapy plus medication management. Aftercare and alumni support continue beyond formal treatment. The clinical team works with you on a personalized aftercare plan during the final weeks of residential.
Do I need a referral?
No. Most insurance plans do not require a referral for residential behavioral health treatment, though some HMO plans do. Call (818) 639-7160 or use the verification form and admissions will confirm during the insurance check.