Support for Harbor Area Womens Lives
936 South Centre Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
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About Support for Harbor Area Womens Lives
Support for Harbor Area Women's Lives (SHAWL) is a San Pedro-based residential recovery program serving homeless women affected by drug and alcohol addiction, violence and instability.
Staffed by Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselors SHAWL treats substance use alongside co-occurring mental health concerns, trauma, domestic violence,and codependency.
The program is built on a mission to help women live free from violence and build lasting self-sufficiency.
Women's Residential Addiction Recovery
I noted that the center emphasizes offering is a structured, four-month residential program serving up to 13 women at a time within a warm, nurturing setting.
Care includes intensive case management, individual counseling and weekly sessions focused on sobriety, safety, stability and self-sufficiency.
Programming draws on relapse prevention, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, meditation and 12-Step facilitation, including AA/NA meetings and sponsor participation.
Treatment addresses both addiction and its underlying roots.
Trauma-Informed Support and Lasting Stability
Along with sobriety I found that the team provides domestic violence education, court advocacy, anger management and referrals for legal aid, healthcare, parenting and employment.
A clear step-down pathway offers up to two years of transitional housing through Haviland House and The Cottages, where residents work or attend school in drug, alcohol and violence-free environments.
Amenities
Residential drug rehab provides the comforts of home with the therapeutic support needed to successfully recover. Benefits of an inpatient program include increased safety, a higher success rate, and the time and distance given to focus on recovery. Residential drug rehabs are often the preferred method of treatment, as they can be tailored to meet specific needs, offer focused therapeutic care, and provide the necessary tools to sustain recovery.
Art and music are mediums that connect with our feelings, making them a great recovery tool during addiction treatment. Studies show that combining art/music and drug rehab can have a greater therapeutic impact than drug rehab alone, as you’re able to access parts of your brain and body that you may not have access to during traditional talk therapy. Benefits of art/music therapy include lowering stress and anxiety, promoting healthy neurochemicals, and providing stress relief.
Yoga and meditation are great activities to support your recovery process during alcohol or drug rehab. These therapies have been around for centuries, and they are an effective way to improve well-being. Combining addiction treatment, yoga, and meditation can reduce cravings, improve sleep, relieve anxiety and depression, provide stress relief, promote relaxation, support emotional healing, and improve energy levels.
Addiction Treatment Programs
An adult program in California uses various therapeutic methods to treat a person who is dependent on an addictive substance. Individuals aged 18 and older are eligible for treatment, which focuses on breaking the cycle of addiction and learning how to maintain sober living.
Alcohol rehab in California provides professional treatment to guide participants through each step of recovery. Programs offer a support system to walk you through challenges and celebrate victories with you, from detox to long-term sobriety.
Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.
Women’s rehab in California provides a safe environment where women can work through addiction challenges surrounded by their gender peers. This often creates an environment that is more conducive to recovery.
Typically, a young adult program in California can guide individuals from detox, through initial treatment, and extends to aftercare. Treatment gives young adults what they need to reset their lives and move to the next stage of life free from addiction.
When a person is struggling with addiction, their actions and emotions may not be rational. Cognitive behavioral therapy in California helps individuals understand better why they feel and act certain ways and how those emotions and actions can lead to substance abuse.
Levels of Care
Intervention services in California provide the support you need to encourage a loved one to make wise recovery decisions. Professionals will help you work with your loved one to develop an intervention plan and get him or her started on their recovery journey.
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Patti Croft is a full-time writer who writes about accessing effective addiction treatment during the day but is also pursuing her dream of penning a novel in her spare time. She enjoys copious amounts of coffee as creative fuel and sharing an office with her adorable cat, Beau. Her background is in healthcare management, and she is a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction care.
Rehabs.org regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact Support for Harbor Area Womens Lives.
