Online Treatment

This skype-based phone or chat therapy for people in all stages of recovery is provided by a licensed master addiction counselor with over 27 years of sobriety. He blends the 12-step program with other approaches including cognitive therapies, mindfulness meditation, skills training and more.

Cost: First consultation is free. Fees are $60 for an hour or $35 for 30 minutes. Reduced fees are available on a case-by-case basis.

An online counseling and psychology service for problem drinking, including binge drinking. Rather than a 12-step approach, it uses a method called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT focuses on changing the automatic negative thoughts that can lead to and worsen addiction. If you fill out a free consultation form you will receive a personal assessment of your drinking and an outline of how they can help.

Cost: A one-hour Skype video therapy session is US $65. The initial session is available at a discounted rate of $33.75. Four sessions cost $234.00.

The Gateway Foundation offers out-patient addiction treatment online. Using a curriculum based on the best available research, participants receive the same quality of care they would get in the traditional out-patient program.

Program participants see and interact with their therapists and other members of the group. A combination of group therapy, individual therapy, educational groups, assignments and other treatment approaches are used in the interactive sessions. Topics include managing other conditions that affect recovery such as depression, anxiety and PTSD as well as relapse prevention, mindfulness, creative recovery, and more. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is also available. Gateway is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Cost: Most insurance plans pay for Gateway Foundation’s virtual outpatient sessions, leaving small out of pocket expenses.

Provides online substance use counseling by live video conference and private social network on your computer or mobile device. You meet with your counselors and peers in group and individual sessions and in LionRock’s private social network. You can stay connected with counselors 24/7 through scheduled mobile app check-ins. Group sessions range from 90 minutes to 3 hours, 1-3 times a week. Individual sessions are 60 minutes once a week. LionRock is accredited by the Joint Commission and certified by the State of California.

Cost: covered by most private health insurers. Private pay options available for those who qualify range from $200 to $1,880 a month.

This entirely online rehab service was founded by a team of counselors, psychologists and psychotherapists experienced in the fields of addiction, counseling, stress, anxiety and rehabilitation. The 28 day recovery process helps you make changes in your habits and attitudes and learn new ways of coping to overcome substance dependency and addiction. There are four key components: Personal assessment, daily therapist-led one hour group sessions, activities to help you assess your recovery each step of the way, and weekly one-on-one counseling.

Cost: $2075 for the total program.

The RecoveryGo™ online programs bring the outpatient addiction and recovery support services directly to you. It is designed to match the in-person care experience in every way. These programs combine group therapy and individual counseling sessions via telephone, texting, videoconferencing, smartphone apps and web-based tools. This access to support in early recovery has been shown to improve the chances of long-term sobriety. Online coaching and monitoring by licensed health professionals through their Connection™ program are also available.

Cost: Most insurance is accepted. A patient access coordinator will work with you and your insurance provider to determine coverage and costs.

Accredited addiction counselors provide online counseling and recovery support. They guide you through the process of understanding why you became addicted and identifying patterns that keep you addicted. Practical tools help you change limiting thoughts, manage feelings, and overcome cravings. Counseling is done via a secure video platform and includes optional session recordings.

Cost: $750 for five 50-minute sessions and $1,500 for ten 50-minute sessions. Individual sessions are $115. Reduced fees available on a limited basis.