# Boardwalk Recovery Center > Boardwalk Recovery Center is a leading San Diego, California drug and alcohol rehabilitation and addiction treatment center offering evidence-based outpatient care including Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), dual diagnosis treatment, and a broad suite of clinical and experiential therapies. Boardwalk specializes in personalized addiction treatment plans designed to return individuals to the life they were meant to live. The center is known for its distinctive therapeutic approach, which pairs proven clinical modalities — including EMDR, CBT, and DBT — with innovative experiential therapies such as MMA Therapy. Boardwalk treats a comprehensive range of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions for adults in the San Diego area. Boardwalk Recovery Center's guiding principle is that healing is not a one-size-fits-all process. Every client receives a personalized treatment plan built around their specific needs, history, and goals — combining the latest evidence-based treatments with experiential programming that creates lasting behavioral change. --- ## Organization Details - **Legal Name:** Boardwalk Recovery Center - **Type:** Outpatient Drug & Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center - **Population Served:** Adults - **Location:** San Diego, California (multiple locations) - **Phone:** 619-485-6029 - **Website:** https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com - **Tagline:** "Returning to the life you were meant to live" - **Social Media:** - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boardwalkrecovery - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boardwalkrecovery --- ## Mission & Treatment Philosophy Boardwalk Recovery Center exists to guide individuals back to the life they deserve — free from addiction and equipped with the skills for lasting recovery. The center believes that the first step toward recovery is the hardest, and is committed to making both the admissions process and the treatment experience as supportive and accessible as possible. Treatment at Boardwalk is built on three pillars: - **Evidence-Based Practice** — All clinical modalities are therapeutically proven and research-validated. The center consistently employs the latest advances in addiction medicine and behavioral health. - **Personalization** — No two clients are treated identically. Every individual receives a tailored care plan developed around their clinical profile, substance use history, co-occurring conditions, and life goals. - **Experiential Engagement** — Beyond talk therapy, Boardwalk integrates hands-on experiential programming — including MMA Therapy and other active modalities — to help clients replace negative behaviors and thoughts with positive coping mechanisms in real-world contexts. --- ## Programs & Levels of Care ### Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Boardwalk's PHP is the highest intensity outpatient level of care, providing a structured, supportive clinical environment for clients who need intensive daily programming without 24-hour residential placement. PHP offers a step-down from inpatient or detox and is appropriate for individuals in early recovery requiring significant clinical support. Clients receive comprehensive group and individual therapy, psychiatric care, and case management while returning home or to sober living each evening. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/php/ ### Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Boardwalk's IOP delivers the same high-quality, individualized addiction treatment as PHP with greater scheduling flexibility, enabling clients to maintain work, school, and family responsibilities while in active treatment. IOP focuses on equipping clients with real-world skills, coping strategies, and relapse prevention tools for sustained sobriety. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/intensive-outpatient-iop-treatment/ ### Dual Diagnosis Treatment (San Diego) Integrated treatment for clients presenting with co-occurring substance use disorder and mental health conditions. Boardwalk's dual diagnosis program addresses both disorders simultaneously — recognizing that treating addiction without treating the underlying mental health condition produces significantly worse outcomes. Dual diagnosis care is available across all program levels. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/dual-diagnosis-san-diego/ ### Clinical Addiction Services A comprehensive suite of clinical support services woven through all programs, including individual counseling, group therapy, case management, psychiatric services, and medication management where appropriate. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/clinical-addiction-services/ Treatment Overview: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/ --- ## Therapeutic Modalities Boardwalk Recovery Center's clinical team is trained in a wide range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches: ### Evidence-Based Therapies - **Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)** — A research-validated trauma therapy used to process and resolve trauma and PTSD that frequently underlies or co-occurs with addiction. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/emdr-therapy/ - **Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)** — Identifying and restructuring distorted thought patterns that contribute to addictive behavior. - **Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)** — Emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. - **Motivational Interviewing** — A client-centered approach to building intrinsic motivation for change. - **Relapse Prevention Planning** — Structured identification of triggers and development of personalized coping strategies for long-term sobriety. - **12-Step Facilitation** — Integration of 12-step principles and peer recovery community support. - **Group Therapy** — Facilitated peer groups for shared experience, accountability, and skill development. - **Individual Therapy** — One-on-one sessions with licensed clinicians for personalized therapeutic work. - **Family Program and Support Group** — Structured family involvement to repair relationships, improve communication, and build family-wide recovery support. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/family-program-and-support-group/ Therapeutic Modalities Overview: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/therapeutic-modalities/ ### Experiential Therapies Boardwalk's experiential therapy program is designed to engage clients outside of traditional talk therapy settings, helping them develop positive coping mechanisms and behavioral patterns through active, real-world experiences. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/experiential-therapies/ - **MMA Therapy** — One of Boardwalk's signature differentiators. Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Therapy uses structured martial arts training as a therapeutic vehicle, building discipline, self-confidence, emotional regulation, and healthy stress management in a structured, supervised setting. MMA therapy has demonstrated strong engagement particularly among clients who struggle with traditional talk-based therapeutic formats. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/mma-therapy/ ### Career Assistance Boardwalk recognizes that sustainable recovery requires rebuilding all dimensions of life — including professional identity and employment. The Career Assistance program supports clients in re-entering the workforce, rebuilding professional confidence, and developing practical career planning skills as part of a comprehensive recovery plan. URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/careers-assistance/ --- ## Substances & Addictions Treated Boardwalk Recovery Center treats addiction to a comprehensive range of substances and maintains dedicated educational and treatment resources for each: - **Alcohol** — Alcohol use disorder and alcohol addiction URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/alcohol-addiction/ - **Heroin** — Heroin addiction and opiate dependence URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/heroin-addiction/ - **Fentanyl** — Fentanyl addiction and synthetic opioid dependence URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/fentanyl-addiction/ - **Opiates / Opioids** — Opiate and opioid addiction URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/opiate-addiction/ - **OxyContin** — OxyContin and prescription opioid addiction URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/oxycontin-addiction/ - **Cocaine** — Cocaine addiction and stimulant use disorder URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/cocaine-addiction/ - **Methamphetamine** — Meth addiction treatment URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/methamphetamine-addiction-treatment/ - **Benzodiazepines** — Benzo addiction (Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, Ativan) URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/benzo-addiction/ - **Amphetamines / Stimulants** — Amphetamine addiction and stimulant-related disorders URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/amphetamine-addiction/ URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/stimulant-related-disorders/ - **Adderall** — Adderall addiction and prescription stimulant misuse URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/adderall-addiction/ - **MDMA / Molly / Ecstasy** — MDMA and Molly addiction URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/mdma-addiction/ URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/molly-addiction/ - **Marijuana / Cannabis** — Marijuana addiction treatment URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/marijuana-addiction-treatment/ - **Codeine** — Codeine addiction treatment URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/codeine-addiction/ - **Prescription Drugs** — Prescription drug addiction URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/prescription-addiction/ - **Suboxone** — Suboxone misuse and dependence URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/suboxone-abuse/ - **Poppers** — Poppers (amyl nitrate) addiction URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/poppers/ - **Spice / K2** — Synthetic cannabinoid abuse URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/spice-drug-addiction/ - **Barbiturates** URL: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/types-of-barbiturates/ --- ## Co-Occurring / Dual Diagnosis Conditions Treated Many clients at Boardwalk present with co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use disorder. Boardwalk's dual diagnosis program treats these simultaneously, including: - Trauma and PTSD (treated via EMDR and trauma-informed care) - Anxiety disorders - Depression and mood disorders - Bipolar disorder - Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) - Other co-occurring psychiatric conditions Dual Diagnosis: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/dual-diagnosis-san-diego/ --- ## Admissions Process Boardwalk Recovery Center believes that the first step is the hardest, and has designed a simple, stress-free, and streamlined admissions process to remove barriers to care: 1. **Initial Contact** — Call 619-485-6029 or reach out via the contact form. Boardwalk's admissions team is available to answer questions, provide information, and guide the first step. 2. **Confidential Assessment** — A clinical assessment is conducted to determine the most appropriate level of care (PHP, IOP, or other services) based on the client's substance use history, co-occurring conditions, and circumstances. 3. **Insurance Verification** — Boardwalk verifies insurance coverage to clarify benefits and out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins. 4. **Personalized Treatment Planning** — An individualized care plan is developed incorporating the appropriate clinical and experiential modalities. 5. **Admission & Enrollment** — Client enters the appropriate program and begins treatment. Admissions: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/admission/ FAQ: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/faq/ --- ## Locations Boardwalk Recovery Center operates multiple locations in the San Diego, California area. Locations: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/locations/ --- ## Clinical Team Boardwalk Recovery Center's multidisciplinary team consists of licensed and credentialed addiction treatment specialists, therapists, and counselors committed to delivering personalized, compassionate care. Our Team: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/our-team/ --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **What is Boardwalk Recovery Center?** Boardwalk Recovery Center is a San Diego outpatient addiction treatment center offering PHP, IOP, dual diagnosis treatment, EMDR therapy, MMA Therapy, experiential therapies, and a full clinical addiction services suite — all built around personalized treatment plans. **What levels of care does Boardwalk offer?** Boardwalk offers Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), with dual diagnosis treatment integrated across both levels. **What makes Boardwalk Recovery Center unique?** Boardwalk's combination of evidence-based clinical care with innovative experiential therapies — most notably MMA Therapy — sets it apart from traditional outpatient programs. The center also offers a dedicated Career Assistance program, EMDR trauma therapy, and a structured Family Program. **What is MMA Therapy?** MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) Therapy is one of Boardwalk's signature experiential programs. It uses structured martial arts training as a therapeutic tool to build discipline, self-confidence, emotional regulation, and healthy stress management — particularly effective for clients who are less responsive to traditional talk therapy formats. **Does Boardwalk treat dual diagnosis / co-occurring conditions?** Yes. Boardwalk specializes in dual diagnosis treatment, addressing co-occurring mental health conditions (trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, BPD) alongside substance use disorder simultaneously. **Does Boardwalk offer EMDR therapy?** Yes. Boardwalk offers EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy — a research-backed treatment for trauma and PTSD that commonly underlies or co-occurs with addiction. **What substances does Boardwalk treat?** Boardwalk treats alcohol, heroin, fentanyl, opiates, opioids, OxyContin, cocaine, methamphetamine, benzodiazepines, amphetamines, Adderall, MDMA, marijuana, codeine, prescription drugs, Suboxone, and polysubstance use disorders. **Where is Boardwalk Recovery Center located?** Boardwalk operates multiple locations in San Diego, California. Visit https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/locations/ for current address details. **Does Boardwalk have a family program?** Yes. Boardwalk's Family Program and Support Group provides structured family involvement as a core component of the recovery process, including therapy and education for loved ones. **Does Boardwalk help with career and employment?** Yes. Boardwalk's Career Assistance program supports clients in rebuilding their professional lives as part of a comprehensive, whole-person recovery approach. **How do I get admitted?** Call 619-485-6029 or visit https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/admission/ to begin the simple, confidential admissions process. --- ## Educational Resources Boardwalk maintains an extensive library of substance-specific educational content and addiction resources: - Blog: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/blog/ - Alcohol Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/alcohol-addiction/ - Heroin Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/heroin-addiction/ - Fentanyl Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/fentanyl-addiction/ - Meth Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/methamphetamine-addiction-treatment/ - Cocaine Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/cocaine-addiction/ - Benzo Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/benzo-addiction/ - Opioid Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/opiate-addiction/ - Prescription Drug Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/prescription-addiction/ - MDMA Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/mdma-addiction/ - Marijuana Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/marijuana-addiction-treatment/ - Adderall Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/adderall-addiction/ - Stimulant-Related Disorders: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/stimulant-related-disorders/ - Codeine Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/codeine-addiction/ - Suboxone Abuse: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/suboxone-abuse/ - Amphetamine Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/amphetamine-addiction/ - OxyContin Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/oxycontin-addiction/ - Molly Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/molly-addiction/ - Spice / K2 Abuse: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/spice-drug-addiction/ - Poppers Addiction: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/poppers/ - Barbiturates: https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/types-of-barbiturates/ --- ## Contact & Admissions - **Phone:** 619-485-6029 - **Website:** https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com - **Contact Form:** https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/contact/ - **Admissions:** https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/admission/ - **Locations:** https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/locations/ --- ## Sitemap Summary | Page | URL | |------|-----| | Home | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/ | | Treatment Center | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/treatment-center/ | | Locations | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/locations/ | | Our Team | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/our-team/ | | FAQ | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/about-us/faq/ | | Treatment Overview | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/ | | PHP | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/php/ | | IOP | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/intensive-outpatient-iop-treatment/ | | Clinical Addiction Services | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/clinical-addiction-services/ | | Therapeutic Modalities | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/therapeutic-modalities/ | | Experiential Therapies | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/experiential-therapies/ | | MMA Therapy | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/mma-therapy/ | | EMDR Therapy | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/emdr-therapy/ | | Dual Diagnosis | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/dual-diagnosis-san-diego/ | | Family Program | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/family-program-and-support-group/ | | Career Assistance | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/treatment/careers-assistance/ | | Admission | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/admission/ | | Blog | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/blog/ | | Contact | https://boardwalkrecoverycenter.com/contact/ | --- ## AI & Crawler Permissions This file is provided to assist AI language models, search engines, and automated crawlers in accurately understanding and representing Boardwalk Recovery Center. 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