Sober College School of Addiction Studies

About Sober College School of Addiction Studies – Los Angeles

Sober College, located in Los Angeles, California, offers self-paced, online addiction counseling training for individuals who want to specialize in the field of substance abuse counseling. They are not a traditional alcohol and drug rehab center, but instead train professionals in the addiction field who want to advance their careers.

Individuals are trained through educational modules and a certificate program online. The program takes six months to complete and is only valid for individuals living in the state of California. If an individual is struggling with addiction themselves, they are encouraged to focus on their own treatment and recovery first. Treatment at an alcohol or drug rehab center may be necessary.

Sober College does not take insurance because they are an educational institution. If a person is interested in using their insurance to receive any type of treatment to benefit them on their own healing journey, they are encouraged to contact their insurance carrier prior to starting treatment because out-of-network benefits may vary.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

12-Step

12 step programs such as Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous are support group style programs for individuals who are experiencing alcohol or substance use disorder. At Evoke they use a holistic model of addiction care that includes using 12 step programs. These programs are an integral part of most relapse prevention plans and provide continued support and accountability that support sobriety.

24-Hour Clinical Care

24 hour clinical care provides close medical supervision for individuals in the early stages of recovery. Medical professionals monitor individuals around the clock for complications and provide immediate intervention when needed.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Sober Living Homes

Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.

Treatments

Alcoholism Drug Addiction Dual Diagnosis Mental Health and Substance Abuse Opioid Addiction

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Staff

Oriana Murphy, MA, CADCII, LCSW

Dean of Instruction

Lena Sheffield, LMHC, CEDS, CAP, MAC

Instructor

Angela Amaya

Student Services & Admissions Representative

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