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Lightfully Santa Monica Residential

Santa Monica, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Women-Only Program Pregnancy · Postpartum Young Adults

Inpatient center · in Santa Monica, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Lightfully Santa Monica Residential

  • Inpatient offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Santa Monica, CA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Lightfully Santa Monica Residential

Lightfully Santa Monica Residential is a mental health treatment program for adults ages 18 and older with mental health challenges. Their residential program is designed to provide individualized and evidence-based care that treats the whole person. Therapy takes place in individual, group, and family settings, with clients receiving 3 individual sessions per week, daily group sessions, and a weekly family therapy session. Lightfully is pioneering the use of process-based therapy to address mental health concerns on an individual basis. This approach looks at each client on an individual basis and their interconnected processes rather than working to treat the conditions themselves. This holistic and compassionate approach is used to treat mood, anxiety, personality, and trauma-related disorders.
Lightfully Santa Monica Residential offers a modern and comfortable environment for clients. The 6-bed home features shared and private rooms, lounge areas, and optional acupuncture and massage services. They are accredited by the Joint Commission and accept most major insurance providers.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Lightfully Santa Monica Residential at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential

Therapy approaches

Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders

Recovery support services

Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

1414 San Vicente Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

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Facility direct line

(916) 299-5709

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lightfully Santa Monica Residential accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Lightfully Santa Monica Residential accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (916) 299-5709 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Lightfully Santa Monica Residential offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Lightfully Santa Monica Residential have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Lightfully Santa Monica Residential use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Community reinforcement plus vouchers, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Lightfully Santa Monica Residential?
Call the facility directly at (916) 299-5709 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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