Business Details
7 Years
experience
Specialized Addiction Treatment for First Responders in Los Angeles
At First Responders First, we recognize the unique challenges faced by first responders in their battle against addiction. Since 2019, our state-of-the-art inpatient treatment facility has provided specialized care exclusively for active, retired, and former first responders. Our approach combines top-quality medical, psychological, and emotional care with a focus on confidentiality, comfort, and community. Our team of highly credentialed clinicians, led by medical doctors and psychiatrists, creates individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of first responders. We offer evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, detoxification, individual and group therapy, and family counseling, all within a supportive environment designed to foster healing.Our luxurious accommodations and serene campus amenities, including a sparkling lake and horse ranch, enhance the recovery experience. We work with most insurance providers and offer financial assistance through our scholarship foundation to ensure accessibility. Our Intensive Outpatient Program in Los Angeles extends our services to those unable to commit to residential treatment. With a proven track record of helping hundreds recover and restore their careers and relationships, we remain dedicated to providing first-class care that addresses the unique psychological and emotional demands of first responders. Our mission is to create a safe, confidential space where healing and long-term recovery can thrive.
Services
Inpatient Treatment
Outpatient Programs
EMDR Therapy
Detoxification
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Equine Therapy
Aftercare Support
12-Step Facilitation
Intensive Outpatient Program
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- Exclusive focus on first responders' unique needs
- Comprehensive treatment programs including EMDR and detox
- Highly credentialed clinical team with first responder expertise
- Luxurious, confidential accommodations and serene campus amenities
- Proven track record restoring careers and relationships since 2019
Associations and certifications
- California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)
What people say
Truly special place
Family and fellowship
People who care
Safe healing environment
Effective programs
Services
Inpatient Treatment
Our inpatient program offers 24/7 medical supervision in a confidential, first responder-exclusive environment. Patients receive personalized treatment plans combining evidence-based therapies, psychiatric care, and holistic amenities. The program focuses on creating a safe space for healing while addressing trauma and addiction through specialized clinical approaches.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps first responders process traumatic memories through guided eye movements and cognitive restructuring. This specialized therapy addresses PTSD symptoms common in emergency responders by reprocessing distressing experiences in a controlled clinical setting with experienced practitioners.
Detoxification
Our medically supervised detox program safely manages withdrawal symptoms under constant professional monitoring. The process includes comprehensive assessments, medication management, and preparation for ongoing treatment, ensuring physical stabilization as the foundation for psychological recovery and long-term sobriety.
Family Therapy
This program addresses relationship restoration through structured therapy sessions involving patients and their families. Our clinicians facilitate communication improvements, boundary setting, and healing processes that continue beyond residential treatment through ongoing support tools and resources.
Intensive Outpatient Program
The Los Angeles-based IOP provides structured daily programming for transition from residential care or initial recovery stages. It offers flexible treatment while maintaining community support through group sessions, individual counseling, and access to campus amenities for ongoing healing.
People
R.H.
Firefighter
Firefighter who found personalized care at First Responders First after negative civilian rehab experiences. Now advocates for first responder-specific treatment programs.
Cameron
First Responder
Overcame addiction through specialized programs at First Responders First. Credits the facility's confidentiality and community support for successful recovery.
Questions
What makes First Responders First different from other treatment centers?
We exclusively treat first responders with specialized programs addressing their unique trauma and stress experiences in a confidential, peer-supported environment.
Do you accept insurance for treatment?
We work with most insurance providers and offer financial assistance through our scholarship foundation to ensure accessible care for all first responders.
What treatment modalities are available?
Our programs include EMDR, detoxification, individual/group therapy, family counseling, equine therapy, and 12-step facilitation tailored to first responder needs.
Are family members involved in treatment?
Yes, we offer family therapy sessions and provide tools for continued support after residential treatment through our family counseling program.
Is there outpatient treatment available?
Our Intensive Outpatient Program in Los Angeles offers flexible treatment options for first responders transitioning from residential care or starting recovery.
What amenities are provided at the facility?
Our campus features luxurious accommodations, a sparkling lake, horse ranch, and all-terrain trails in a serene environment designed to enhance healing.
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