What makes Journey Hillside’s detox program different?

Journey Hillside Tarzana provides a luxury, medically supervised environment with 24/7 clinical care, personalized detox plans, and smooth transition into residential treatment.

How long does detox take at Journey Hillside?

The average detox lasts 5–7 days, but the timeline varies based on individual needs, substance type, and overall health.

How Long Does It Take to Detox from Alcohol?

Detoxing is different for each person. In general, physical withdrawal symptoms peak about four days after having your last drink of alcohol.

How Long Does It Take to Detox from Meth?

Typically, meth withdrawal symptoms begin about 24 hours after the last use. Symptoms can continue for several days or weeks. Acute symptoms generally begin to decline after around seven days.

How Long Does It Take to Detox from Heroin?

Heroin detox differs for each person, but generally, withdrawal symptoms begin eight to 24 hours after the last use and peak around day five.

What Are the Symptoms of Detoxing?

The symptoms of detoxing depend on what substance(s) a person has been using as well as the severity of their addiction. Other factors, such as co-occurring mental or physical health conditions, can also play a role. Some of the most common withdrawal symptoms include: Fever, nausea, and other flu-like symptoms Shaking Depression Anxiety Irritability Tremors Headache and body aches Insomnia and restlessness Fatigue While most people experience only mild to moderate physical symptoms, severe withdrawal symptoms, such as seizure, stroke, and delirium tremens, are possible, especially for clients with severe addictions and a long history of substance use. It is not always possible to predict who will experience severe symptoms, which is why having 24-hour access to skilled medical care is important. At our medically supervised detox in Los Angeles, detox symptoms are managed with medication and other treatments.

What Is Involved in Detoxification of Drugs?

The process of withdrawal at our Tarzana detox involves three main steps. The first step is a complete health evaluation. Once we understand your health conditions and substance use history, we can create an effective treatment plan. The second step is stabilization. This involves the management of acute withdrawal symptoms to keep clients safe from possible severe side effects and to keep them as comfortable as possible. The last stage of detox is preparing clients to begin their treatment program.

Is medication-assisted treatment (MAT) available?

Yes, our team offers evidence-based MAT options to manage withdrawal symptoms safely and comfortably to those who qualify.

What Happens After Completing the Detox Program at Journey Hillside Tarzana?

After completing our detox treatment program, clients can transition directly to our comfortable, serene residential center to engage in a program of innovative, evidence-based treatments. At Journey Hillside, we provide every client with a personalized treatment plan that meets their individual needs. Our first-class treatment typically includes a combination of evidence-based, experiential, and cutting-edge therapies to help clients reach their wellness goals and maintain long-term recovery.

What are co-occurring disorders?

Co-occurring disorders, or dual diagnosis, occur when a person experiences both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder simultaneously.

What are signs I need dual diagnosis treatment?

Key signs include using substances to cope, worsening symptoms in sobriety, and difficulty functioning day-to-day despite treatment attempts.

Does Journey Hillside offer dual diagnosis treatment?

Yes, Journey Hillside Tarzana specializes in integrated dual diagnosis treatment for clients struggling with both mental health and substance use.

5 Warning Signs You Need Dual Diagnosis Help

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Living with a mental health disorder is already challenging. Add substance use to the mix, and things become even more complex. This condition is known as co-occurring disorders, or dual diagnosis, where an individual struggles with both a mental health condition and substance use disorder (SUD). The signs aren’t always obvious—and they often go untreated. Knowing when to seek help can be the key to recovery.

At Journey Hillside Tarzana, we specialize in treating dual diagnosis clients with the compassionate, customized care they deserve. Here are five signs it’s time to reach out for help.

1. Using Substances to Cope with Mental Health Symptoms

If drugs or alcohol are being used to mask symptoms like anxiety, depression, trauma, or mood swings, it’s more than just substance use—it’s self-medication. This is a major red flag for co-occurring disorders.
Over time, self-medication worsens both conditions. The substances dull emotional pain temporarily, but the underlying mental health issues remain unresolved—and often get worse.

Ask Yourself:

Do I drink or use drugs when I’m feeling low, anxious, or overwhelmed?
Do I feel like I need substances to function?

2. Mental Health Symptoms Worsen in Sobriety

In some cases, mental health symptoms intensify when substances wear off. This is common with conditions like bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and depression.

When you or a loved one tries to stop using, the untreated mental illness becomes more noticeable—and painful.

Without proper support, this can lead to relapse.

Journey Hillside Approach:

Our dual diagnosis program provides psychiatric care, evidence-based therapy (like CBT and DBT), and medication management tailored to each individual’s needs.

3. Difficulty Managing Daily Responsibilities

Dual diagnosis often makes it difficult to function day-to-day. You may notice:

Missing work or school
Neglecting hygiene or basic self-care
Damaged relationships due to erratic behavior
Inability to maintain responsibilities

This functional decline signals that both the substance use and mental health symptoms are interfering with life—and professional support is urgently needed.

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4. A History of Failed Treatment Attempts

Have you or your loved one been to rehab before, only to relapse shortly after? Often, this happens when the mental health component is not adequately addressed.

Treating addiction without treating the underlying mental health condition is like putting a bandage on a deep wound. True healing requires an integrated approach.

At Journey Hillside, we provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and offer specialty treatment tracks—like our Professionals Program or Trauma-Informed Track—to ensure every layer of the disorder is treated.

5. You Feel Hopeless, Numb, or Constantly Overwhelmed

If emotional numbness, hopelessness, or chronic stress have become your default state, and substance use is part of your coping toolbox, you’re not alone—but you are at risk.

These emotional patterns are common in people with depression, anxiety, and PTSD—and they often go hand-in-hand with substance use.

Supportive Healing Starts Here:

Journey Hillside provides a nurturing, boutique environment where clients can stabilize, feel heard, and begin to believe in themselves again.

Why Choose Journey Hillside for Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment?

Luxury setting in the hills of Tarzana, CA

Integrated dual diagnosis treatment
Small client-to-staff ratio for personalized care
Holistic therapies like yoga, EMDR, and nutrition
Experienced clinical and psychiatric team
Private admissions consultations for families and professionals

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

Co-occurring disorders can feel like a constant tug-of-war—but with the right help, recovery is possible. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, the team at Journey Hillside is here to walk with you every step of the way. Dial (877) 414-1024 today.

Learn how to recognize the top five signs of co-occurring disorders, including self-medication with drugs or alcohol, worsening mental health symptoms in sobriety, and difficulty functioning in daily life. Discover how Journey Hillside Tarzana offers personalized dual diagnosis care to support recovery.