
How Admissions Works at Anchored Tides
The process is straightforward. A call, an assessment, a verification, a recommendation, and a first day. We walk you through every step.
Call (866) 329-6639
The process is straightforward. A call, an assessment, a verification, a recommendation, and a first day. We walk you through every step.
Call (866) 329-6639“The owners, Amy and Becca, are professional, knowledgeable and dedicated to their clients. The structure they provide at ATR is remarkable and covers many disciplines which are integral in a high recovery success rate. The personal experiences they have both lived and grown from serve as an important foundation for understanding and inspiring the women they work with.”
Reaching out is often the hardest part. Here's exactly what happens once you do.
Step 01
A Confidential Call
Call (866) 329-6639 any time — 24/7, 7 days a week. You'll speak with a real person. Tell us what's going on. No pressure, no obligation, just an honest conversation.
Step 02
Clinical Assessment
We conduct a thorough clinical intake — substance use history, mental health history, trauma history, current living situation, and support network. This determines the appropriate level of care.
Step 03
Insurance Verification
We verify your insurance benefits — what your plan covers, your out-of-pocket cost, and any pre-authorization requirements. This is free and confidential.
Step 04
Level of Care Recommendation
Based on the clinical assessment, we recommend PHP, IOP, or OP. We explain the recommendation, answer your questions, and adjust if your situation warrants it.
Step 05
Admission & First Day
Admission paperwork is completed, your treatment team is introduced, and your first day of programming begins. The clinical team walks you through what to expect.
Most Major PPOs Accepted.
We are happy to verify your benefits prior to any commitment and let you know what your plan covers. We do not accept Medi-Cal or Medicaid.
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Your first day
The first day at Anchored Tides is intentionally gentle. You'll meet your primary therapist, be introduced to the clinical team, and have an orientation to the schedule, the space, and the people. You won't be pushed into heavy clinical work on day one.
You'll also meet the other women in your program — and experience, often for the first time, being in a room of people who understand without needing explanation. Most women describe that first group session as one of the most significant moments of their treatment.
The initial call can happen immediately. Insurance verification typically returns within 1–3 business days. If urgency is clinical — a woman needing to begin treatment quickly — we expedite the process. Don't let process concerns keep you from calling.
Your insurance card and a form of ID. Comfortable clothing. Any current medications in their original bottles. We'll tell you anything specific at intake.
No. You can self-refer to Anchored Tides. Our admissions team conducts its own clinical assessment at intake.
Anchored Tides doesn't provide on-site detox. If medically supervised detox is indicated before entering outpatient programming, we refer to trusted partner facilities and coordinate the transition so it's not on you to manage.
Yes, with the woman's consent. Family education and family therapy are part of the program. The clinical team can advise on how and when family involvement is most helpful.