Psychological Care Institute

Substance Use and Mental Health

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions. You'll receive individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis, learn practical skills for recovery, and make new connections in a restorative environment.

Residential

Primary Level of Care

Offering intensive care with 24/7 monitoring, residential treatment is typically 30 days and can cover multiple levels of care. Length can range from 14 to 90 days typically.

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Insurance

Provider's Policy

We are in-network with Anthem, Blue Shield, Healthnet, and a Tricare certified institutional provider for IOP. We accept any private insurance and have a strong patient advocacy team that will work with your out-of-network benefits to ensure you can get the treatment you need.

The Psychological Care Institute (PCI) provides comprehensive psychological care for Ventura and Los Angeles counties, combining compassionate and evidence-based approaches. Its intensive outpatient program (IOP) is designed to allow patients to receive the treatment they need while remaining integrated into their personal and professional lives. The program includes individual, group, and family psychotherapy, along with relapse prevention, art therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness-based techniques, and more.

Compassionate, Comprehensive, & Individualized Care

The Psychological Care Institute’s highly trained and diverse clinicians create individualized treatment plans to ensure each patient’s treatment needs and goals are met. The center offers dedicated treatment programs for mental health, substance use, and dual diagnosis, as well as trauma recovery. PCI also provides psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for ADHD, cognitive concerns, and personality disorders, along with diagnostic clarity and school or workplace accommodations.

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AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
31194 La Baya Dr., Ste. 201, Westlake Village, CA 91362 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....

Treatment Focus

This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions. You'll receive individualized care catered to your unique situation and diagnosis, learn practical skills for recovery, and make new connections in a restorative environment.

Accreditation
Joint Commission

Joint Commission Accredited

The Joint Commission accreditation is a voluntary, objective process that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations (like treatment centers) based on performance standards designed to improve quality and safety for patients. To be accredited means the treatment center has been found to meet the Commission's standards for quality and safety in patient care.

Typical Program Length
3-6 months
Occupancy
16-30 beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, ADD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +14 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Chronic Relapse, Co-Occurring Disorders +10 More
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(818) 629-2176

How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Provider's Policy: We are in-network with Anthem, Blue Shield, Healthnet, and a Tricare certified institutional provider for IOP. We accept any private insurance and have a strong patient advocacy team that will work with your out-of-network benefits to ensure you can get the treatment you need.
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Private Pay Option

Cash Pay Rates

Estimated Cash Pay Rate

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3-6 months
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(818) 629-2176
Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Miriam Hamideh, Ph.D.

Miriam Hamideh, Ph.D.

Executive and Clinical Director

Crystal Ferrendelli, PsyD

Crystal Ferrendelli, PsyD

Staff Psychologist Clinical Psychologist

Efren Olmos, LMFT

Efren Olmos, LMFT

Primary Therapist

Misak Khachatryan, Psy.D.

Misak Khachatryan, Psy.D.

Program Director

Care Options

Levels of Care

Substance use and mental health issues can occur simultaneously or as primary conditions. Effective treatment explores how mental health conditions contribute to addiction, and vice-versa. Many rehabs treat substance use disorders and mental health conditions with personalized care plans.
Residential
Not Offered at This Center
Residential programs for substance use and mental health with structured care and 24/7 monitoring. Treatment takes place on-site, with behavioral health professionals often providing care in group, individual, and family settings.
Sober Living
Not Offered at This Center
Transitional housing designed to support individuals recovering from substance use disorders offering a safe, supportive and structured environment for practicing long-term sobriety, while reintegrating back into daily living.
Intensive Outpatient Program
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) falls between inpatient care and traditional outpatient services, with therapy and skills-building activities designed to support recovery and provide flexibility. IOP is ideal for those needing support but not the 24/7 care of a residential facility.
Outpatient
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Virtual & In-Home Care
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.
Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance use and mental health can occur simultaneously as co-occurring disorders. Treatment for co-occurring disorders involves therapy and other personalized interventions to address both conditions.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Executives

Executives

Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.

Trauma

Trauma

Some traumatic events are so disturbing that they cause long-term mental health problems. Those ongoing issues can also be referred to as "trauma."

Who We Treat

Men
Women
Executives

Executives

Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.

Men and Women

Men and Women

Men and women attend treatment for addiction in a co-ed setting, going to therapy groups together to share experiences, struggles, and successes.

Professionals

Professionals

Busy, high-ranking professionals get the personalized treatment they need with greater accommodations for work, privacy, and outside communication.

Approaches

Evidence-Based

Evidence-Based

A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.

Holistic

Holistic

A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.

Trauma Informed
Wellness

Wellness

Wellness philosophies focus on the physical, mental, and spiritual wellness of each patient, helping them restore purpose with natural remedies.

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling

1-on-1 Counseling

Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

This cognitive behavioral therapy teaches patients to accept challenging feelings and make the appropriate changes to reach personal goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)

Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)

Lateral, guided eye movements help reduce the emotional reactions of retelling and reprocessing trauma, allowing intense feelings to dissipate.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.

Group Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy

Interpersonal Therapy

This brief and structured therapy addresses present relationships and improves overall communication at work, home, and other social settings.

Life Skills

Life Skills

Teaching life skills like cooking, cleaning, clear communication, and even basic math provides a strong foundation for continued recovery.

Languages

Armenian
English
Portuguese
Spanish

Conditions We Treat

ADHD, ADD

ADHD, ADD

ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.

Anger

Anger

Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Burnout

Burnout

Burnout entails mental and physical exhaustion, and leads to a severe lack of fulfillment. This condition is often caused by overwork.

Chronic Pain Management

Chronic Pain Management

Long-term physical pain can have an affect on mental health. Without support, it can also impact your daily life and even lead to addiction.

Codependency

Codependency

Codependency is a pattern of emotional dependence and controlling behavior. It's most common among people with addicted loved ones.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Gambling

Gambling

Excessive, repetitive gambling causes financial and interpersonal problems. This addiction can interfere with work, friendships, and familial relationships.

Substances We Treat

Alcohol

Alcohol

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and sleep issues. They are highly habit forming, and their abuse can cause mood changes and poor judgement.

Chronic Relapse

Chronic Relapse

Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Co-Occurring Disorders

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Cocaine

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant with euphoric effects. Agitation, muscle ticks, psychosis, and heart issues are common symptoms of cocaine abuse.

Drug Addiction

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Ecstasy

Ecstasy

Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes intense euphoria and heightened awareness. Abuse of this drug can trigger depression, insomnia, and memory problems.

Heroin

Heroin

Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal opioid. It can cause insomnia, collapsed veins, heart issues, and additional mental health issues.

Marijuana

Aftercare

Family Follow-up Counseling
Support Meetings
Follow-up Sessions (online)
Return Visits
Alumni Events & Get-Togethers
Follow-up Sessions (in-person)
Outpatient Treatment
Aftercare Group Therapy
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Special Considerations

Flexible technology policies

Flexible technology policies

Centers with flexible technology policies allow professionals to stay in touch with work and give patients a greater sense of connection and normalcy.

Executive Program

Executive Program

Addiction and mental health treatment for executives typically involves high discretion, greater technology access, and more private, 1-on-1 care.

Wheelchair Accessible

Off-Site Activities

Alternative Meetings
AA/NA Meetings

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
Vaping Allowed in Designated Areas
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Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs Call for Rates.
The following therapies are included: mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, group therapy and more.
Westlake Village, California, United States.
We are in-network with Anthem, Blue Shield, Healthnet, and a Tricare certified institutional provider for IOP. We accept any private insurance and have a strong patient advocacy team that will work with your out-of-network benefits to ensure you can get the treatment you need.
The typical length is 3-6 months.
Psychological Care Institute provides outpatient therapy, virtual and more.

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