Foundations Recovery Center offers compassionate and client-centered alcohol rehab in Encino. Our flexible day and evening programs give you access to care that fits your life, not the other way around. Here, you’ll find steady guidance, a caring clinical team, and a supportive environment designed to help you rebuild a healthier future. You are not alone—our team is here to walk with you every step of the way.
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) occurs when drinking becomes difficult to manage and begins affecting daily responsibilities, relationships, or health. Though some refer to it as alcoholism, AUD is a medical condition that ranges from mild to severe and tends to worsen without support. Nearly one in ten adults in the U.S.
experienced alcohol use disorder within the past year. The good news is that evidence-based care can make a meaningful difference. At our Encino center, we offer structured outpatient programs that give individuals the treatment, stability, and support needed to regain control and move forward with confidence.
Our alcohol rehab in Encino provides a safe and supportive outpatient setting for individuals seeking treatment while maintaining their daily routines. Clients take part in therapy, skill-building, and recovery planning, then return home after each session.
This model is ideal for adults who need consistent clinical support without the need for inpatient care. Each person works closely with our clinical team to better understand cravings, strengthen coping skills, and develop healthier habits. Treatment is paced according to your goals, your health needs, and the rhythm of your life. We monitor your progress, adjust your plan when needed, and make sure you feel supported throughout your recovery.
Alcohol Use Disorder is a medical condition in which a person becomes unable to control drinking, even as it creates challenges at home, work, or in relationships. This is not a matter of willpower—it is a health condition that requires compassionate support, medical insight, and structured treatment. AUD can affect anyone, and the symptoms often appear gradually. With the right care, individuals can rebuild healthy routines, regain confidence, and begin long-term recovery.
Common signs of alcohol use disorder include:
Recognizing these signs is a meaningful first step. If you notice them in yourself or someone you care about, support is available—and recovery is possible.






Alcohol can slowly shape daily habits, energy, relationships, and emotional balance. Understanding these shifts makes it easier to see why treatment and support are so important.
Alcohol can cause rapid emotional shifts that affect concentration, communication, and decision-making. Stress can feel heavier, and even small challenges may feel overwhelming.
Alcohol impacts memory, focus, and reaction time. Missed deadlines, mistakes, and growing pressure at work or school can become more frequent.
Drinking often affects communication and stability within a household. Loved ones may feel confused or worried, which can create distance or conflict.
Alcohol disrupts sleep, appetite, and energy, and long-term drinking can impact the liver, heart, and immune system. These changes make daily life feel more difficult.
Sleep patterns shift, meals are missed, and responsibilities become harder to manage. Alcohol can make daily life feel increasingly unstructured and stressful. With the right support, these patterns can be replaced with healthier routines and a renewed sense of balance.
We provide alcohol rehab in Encino that focuses on safety, stability, and practical tools for long-term healing. Each service is guided by clinical expertise and delivered in a calm, supportive environment.
One-on-one sessions help you understand emotions, triggers, and behaviors connected to alcohol use. Your counselor works closely with you to develop healthier strategies and build emotional resilience.
Group sessions provide connection, shared understanding, and a sense of community. Clients learn from one another’s experiences and receive encouragement throughout recovery.
We use research-supported approaches such as cognitive and behavioral therapies to help you manage cravings, understand patterns, and create meaningful change.
Clients learn how to manage cravings, respond to stress, and identify early warning signs. These practical tools strengthen long-term recovery and help you stay grounded after each session.
Everyone’s recovery journey looks different. That’s why we offer multiple outpatient levels of care, each designed to meet specific needs while allowing clients to live at home. Your plan adapts as you grow, helping you build confidence at each stage.
Our most structured outpatient level, PHP provides around 30 hours of weekly treatment across five days. It offers intensive support for those who need daily care without hospitalization.
IOP provides 9–15 hours of weekly therapy, giving clients a strong balance of structure and flexibility. This level helps you maintain daily responsibilities while receiving ongoing clinical support.
For those who need later hours, EOP offers therapy in the evenings. This option ensures treatment fits around work, school, and family responsibilities.
A highly flexible option designed around your schedule. Sessions can be adjusted weekly and may include elements of PHP, IOP, and individual therapy.
Many individuals experience mental health challenges alongside alcohol use. Our dual diagnosis services address both conditions to support emotional stability and long-term healing.
Alcohol rehab focuses on stabilizing symptoms, improving well-being, and preparing clients for lasting recovery.
Your journey begins with a thorough evaluation that helps us shape a care plan tailored to your needs.
We guide clients through behavioral therapies, emotional regulation, and coping development, addressing both alcohol use and co-occurring conditions when present.
Before treatment ends, we create a long-term plan that includes relapse-prevention tools, support group referrals, and continued therapy options.
Support continues well beyond your last session. Follow-up care, check-ins, and community resources help you navigate challenges, maintain progress, and build a fulfilling life in recovery. As your routines evolve, your aftercare plan evolves with you.
Foundations Recovery Center provides personalized care designed around your real life. Small group settings, compassionate clinicians, and flexible scheduling help you stay engaged and supported. We adjust your plan as you grow, ensuring care feels steady, respectful, and empowering every step of the way.
Foundations Recovery Center serves individuals from Encino and surrounding areas across the San Fernando Valley and greater Los Angeles region, including:
Many clients travel from across Southern California for the trusted programs and warm environment we provide.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Has honestly been the most beneficial facilities for my sobriety. The facilitators were exceptional. I learned more about dealing with transitioning into this lifestyle beyond the programs of anonymity. I am so grateful for the information portrayed & the friends I met along the way.Posted on Hidee MalinakTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have nothing but good things to say about Foundations. All the staff there care and go above and beyond to make sure clients receive the help they need. I would highly recommend Foundations to anyone seeking help!!Posted on Eduardo GarciaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a very good experience at Foundations Recovery. I especially enjoyed and learned from many of the group sessions. The facility is in a professional setting and well appointed. The staff have skin in the game, and it shows.Posted on Charles BloomquistTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. FRC is run and owned by a group of highly credentialed, compassionate people that have helped me work through my recovery and make real progress towards putting my life together and addressing the core issues of my drug addiction. I highly recommend this to anyone who is ready to get help and the work to better themselves and their lives. Lee Its been almost a year since I left FRC and the San Fernando Valley and I have been able to progress with my recovery, participate in my community, gain employment, attend schooling and provide and be present for my family. I still maintain contact with the people I met while at FRC and have a whole network of solid individuals in recovery that are as apart of my life now as they were then. The people at FRC are compassionate, highly ethical caring people with experience and expertise in treating addiction and mental health issues. Im eternally grateful for their help and continued support on this journey! LeePosted on Lee ReynoldsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can't say enough good things about Foundations Recovery Center. The moment I walked in, I felt welcomed, understood, and supported. The staff is compassionate and dedicated to helping every individual on their journey to recovery. The program is well-structured, offering a balance of therapy, education, and real-life coping skills that make a lasting impact. The counselors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about your progress. Whether it’s individual therapy, group sessions, or learning new tools to maintain sobriety and mental wellness, every aspect of the program is designed for success. If you're looking for a place that provides real help in a supportive and non-judgmental environment, I highly recommend Foundations. This program has changed my life, and I’m incredibly grateful for the experience!Posted on Johnny FrostTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Foundations Recovery Center has been a wonderful experience on my healing journey.Posted on Tyler MageeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Can’t say enough good things about this place and the people. Foundations was LIFE CHANGING for my husband . He is thriving and sober !! Top notch support . Special thank you to Brandon for all you did to make his sobriety possible. You all are the BEST . Compassionate and professional. Honest and REAL ! They are there every step of the way.Posted on MPMTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the moment I arrived at this PHP program, I felt supported, understood, and genuinely cared for. The staff goes above and beyond to create a safe, welcoming environment where healing actually feels possible. Every therapist, counselor, and team member brings compassion, professionalism, and real dedication to helping each individual grow. The structure of the program is incredibly effective—it provides the perfect balance of accountability, therapy, and personal reflection. The group sessions are especially impactful, creating a sense of community where you realize you’re not alone in what you’re going through. I learned practical tools and coping strategies that I genuinely use in my everyday life. What stood out the most to me was how personalized the care felt. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all program—they truly take the time to understand you and meet you where you’re at. I left not only feeling stronger, but more confident, self-aware, and hopeful for my future. If you’re considering a PHP program, I cannot recommend this one enough. It truly changed my life in the best way.Posted on Francesca HernandezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience here was vital in my recovery, I'd recommend anyone to go here,and even after leaving you know they have your back. I'm so grateful for foundationsPosted on Jennifer BeamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Foundations Recovery has been a life-changing experience for me. Brandon and his team genuinely care and you can feel that in the culture there. Every facilitator I worked with was amazing and I couldn’t have asked for a better therapist. I felt supported, understood, and still held accountable when I needed it. Not to mention the patience they have for clients in all different stages of their journeys. It helped me build a solid foundation in my recovery and gave me the confidence to move forward with getting back into regular day to day life.. If you’re serious about getting sober, this is a place that can really help you do it. :)Posted on Ashleigh Maley