Non-12-Step Rehab & Treatment Center in California

At Bayside Marin, we have deep respect for this model because it has helped countless individuals learn to overcome addictive behaviors, and go on to lead healthy, fulfilling substance-free lives.

We acknowledge the strengths inherent in the 12-Step philosophy, such as admitting one cannot walk the path of recovery alone, admitting one’s past wrongdoings, making amends to those one’s substance abuse has hurt in the past, and so much more. Additionally, 12-Step groups often provide those in recovery with a vital sense of fellowship that does wonders to combat the sense of isolation that many feel during this critical time.

However, there are times when 12-Step rehab methodologies can fall short of what an individual needs during the journey to achieving sustained sobriety. Therefore, at Bayside Marin Treatment Center, our programming incorporates an array of alternative 12-step treatment modalities and is based on a whole-person approach to healing.

We believe that addiction, and the subsequent damages that accompany it, are symptoms of deep-seated concerns such as past abuse, trauma, depression, and other types of mental illness. Therefore, in order to live a life free of chemical dependence, one must commit to addressing these deeper issues during his or her time in treatment, rather than just focusing on overcoming addictive behaviors. Recovery with a non-12-Step program is possible and we want to help.

At Bayside Marin, our patients involved with our non-12-step programming are provided with their own personal therapist so as to ensure that they have the opportunity to address any underlying concerns that may have contributed to the onset of their addiction. In this private setting, patients work with their therapist to process any issues that might come up during treatment, to set both short- and long-term goals for recovery, to work on developing greater self-awareness, and to learn healthy coping tools.

Substance abuse is typically an attempt to self-medicate and mask the pain or discomfort one has experienced in his or her life. Treatment at Bayside Marin’s alternative to 12-step treatment center is designed to help our patients create a new life that does not necessitate self-medicating, but rather, fosters a desire to remain grounded in the joy of the present moment. We accomplish this by acknowledging that addiction is comprised of a complex mix of biological, psychological, and social factors, all of which must be addressed in the treatment planning process.

Rather than viewing substance abuse with a disease approach, for which a 12-step model would be prescribed as treatment, we believe in providing alternatives to this traditional path. Our alternative to 12-Step program includes many multifaceted treatment modalities including:

• Individual therapy with expert clinicians
• Opportunities to attend LifeRing meetings
• Opportunities to attend SMART Recovery meetings
• Opportunities to attend 12-Step rehab meetings
• Group therapy
• Yoga classes
• Acupuncture sessions
• Massage

Lasting recovery is never the result of a one-size-fits all methodology, and at Bayside Marin, we are committed to providing a holistic approach to addiction recovery. Our expert clinical team draws from a variety of eclectic approaches to provide individualized care throughout the treatment planning process. Recognizing the connection between the mind and body and addiction and mental health issues, our team utilizes a trauma-informed, client-based perspective that affirms the inherent strength of each individual who comes to us for care.

For some, the steps they take as they progress through 12-Step-based rehab programming are critical parts of their recovery journey at Bayside Marin Treatment Center. But for others, these steps are helpful but insufficient in promoting sustained sobriety upon exiting treatment. For those latter individuals, we are committed to helping identify the issues that have fueled their addiction, and then creating a treatment plan that fosters the adoption of the healthy coping skills required for continued success long after leaving our center.

The compassionate addiction professionals at Bayside Marin non-12-step treatment center in California understand that recovery is a life-long process, and we work to address the challenges that our patients will face upon returning home to their daily lives after their time in treatment comes to a close. We work with our patients to co-create personalized aftercare plans that encourage them to incorporate the skills and strategies that they have developed during their time with us into their daily routines at home. We believe that attending 12-Step programming in one’s community can be a vital part of an effective and comprehensive aftercare plan, and we encourage our patients to seek 12-Step support as part of their efforts to maintain sobriety as appropriate.

To learn more about the effective treatment for substance abuse that we offer at Bayside Marin, including the details of our non-12-Step programming that we provide, we encourage you to reach out to us as soon as possible. Our staff is available to answer any questions that you may have about healing at our center, and to help you start the admissions process for yourself or for a loved one today.