Simonds Recovery Centers
Cocaine Addiction Treatment and Rehab
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Cocaine addiction is a serious and fast-acting disorder that requires professional treatment. At Simonds Recovery Centers we offer tailored cocaine addiction treatment programs designed to address both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Using a combination of detox, therapy, and holistic care, we help clients overcome dependency and regain control of their lives. Our approach focuses on providing long-term support, equipping individuals with the tools to maintain sobriety.
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What cocaine addiction is
Cocaine addiction is compulsive cocaine use that continues despite harm, driven by the drug’s powerful effect on the brain’s dopamine and reward system. Cocaine is a fast-acting stimulant, and its high is short, which pushes people to use repeatedly in binges. Over time the brain adapts, cravings intensify, and stopping becomes very difficult without help.
Cocaine addiction is primarily a psychological dependence rather than a physical one, which shapes how it is treated. The most effective treatment is behavioral therapy that retrains the patterns and triggers behind use, rather than medication, since no medication is currently approved to treat cocaine addiction.
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Signs and symptoms of cocaine addiction
The signs of cocaine addiction are behavioral, physical, and psychological. Recognizing them is often what prompts someone to seek treatment, either for themselves or a loved one. Cocaine use tends to show up in clear patterns once dependence sets in.
Common signs include intense cravings, using in binges followed by a crash, financial or legal trouble, and neglecting responsibilities. Physical signs include weight loss, nosebleeds or nasal damage, dilated pupils, and insomnia. Psychological signs include mood swings, paranoia, irritability, anxiety, and periods of depression during the crash after use.
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Cocaine withdrawal and the crash
Cocaine withdrawal is not usually medically dangerous, but it is intense, and it is mostly psychological rather than physical. After heavy use, the “crash” brings exhaustion, deep depression, anxiety, and powerful cravings, which is when relapse risk is highest. Unlike alcohol or benzodiazepines,
Because the hardest part of early cocaine recovery is psychological, supportive and medically monitored care during this stage matters. Our team provides a safe, stable environment to get through the crash, watches cocaine has no life-threatening withdrawal and no medication-based medical detox.for depression and any co-occurring conditions, and moves clients into therapy as cravings ease. Where stabilization support is needed, our detox and stabilization care supports this first stage.
Levels of care for cocaine addiction
Cocaine treatment works through levels of care that step down in intensity as you stabilize. Most people begin with stabilization and intensive therapy, then move through structured outpatient care as cravings ease and coping skills build. The table below shows how the levels compare.
Cocaine treatment levels of care
Level of care | Intensity | Living situation |
Supportive detox / stabilization | Highest, 24-hour monitored care | Onsite |
Inpatient / residential | High, 24-hour structured care | Onsite |
Partial hospitalization (PHP) | Intensive daily treatment | Home at night |
Intensive outpatient (IOP) | Moderate, part-time | Home |
Outpatient | Ongoing maintenance | Home |
The right level is set by clinical assessment. Because cocaine recovery is therapy-driven, the levels differ mainly in how much structure and support surround the behavioral work, not in medication.
How cocaine addiction is treated
Cocaine addiction is treated primarily with behavioral therapy, because changing the thoughts, triggers, and routines behind use is what sustains recovery. We use evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), delivered in individual and group settings, with a strong focus on relapse prevention.
Many people who use cocaine are also managing depression, anxiety, or another mental health condition, sometimes using cocaine to cope with it. Treating that underlying condition alongside the addiction is central to lasting recovery, and our team addresses co-occurring conditions as part of the plan.
Insurance and cost
Most major insurance plans cover cocaine addiction treatment, including therapy and outpatient care. We work with carriers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, and Humana, among others, and our admissions team verifies exactly what your plan covers before you start.
What you pay out of pocket depends on your plan and the level of care you need. Verifying your benefits takes a few minutes and carries no obligation. Submit the insurance verification form or call +1 (833) 781-8338.
Medically reviewed by
Chris Small, M.D. Addiction Psychiatrist. Dr. Small is board certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree at the University of Hawaii and completed his residency in Psychiatry and Family Medicine at UCSD.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best treatment for cocaine addiction?
The most effective treatment for cocaine addiction is behavioral therapy, since no medication is approved to treat it. Cognitive behavioral therapy and relapse prevention help retrain the triggers and patterns behind use. Treatment often begins with supportive care through the crash, then moves into structured therapy.
Is cocaine withdrawal dangerous?
Cocaine withdrawal is not usually medically dangerous, but it is intense and primarily psychological. The crash brings depression, exhaustion, and strong cravings, which is when relapse risk is highest. Supportive, medically monitored care during this stage helps people get through it safely.
How is cocaine addiction treated without medication?
Cocaine addiction is treated with behavioral therapy rather than medication, because no drug is currently FDA-approved for it. Approaches like CBT, relapse prevention, and group therapy address the cravings, triggers, and routines that drive use. Treating any co-occurring depression or anxiety is part of the plan.
What are the signs of cocaine addiction?
Signs of cocaine addiction include intense cravings, binge use followed by a crash, nosebleeds, weight loss, insomnia, and mood swings or paranoia. Financial trouble and neglecting responsibilities are common too. When use continues despite these consequences, professional treatment is the safe way forward.
Does insurance cover cocaine rehab?
Most major insurance plans cover cocaine addiction treatment, including therapy and outpatient care. We work with carriers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, and Humana. Our admissions team verifies your specific benefits with no obligation.
Do you also treat crack cocaine addiction?
Yes. Crack is a form of cocaine, and the treatment approach is similar, centered on behavioral therapy and relapse prevention. You can read more on our crack addiction treatment page, or our admissions team can talk through which fits your situation.
Where can I find cocaine addiction treatment near me in Los Angeles?
Our cocaine addiction treatment is at Simonds Recovery Centers in Granada Hills, in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, at 17810 Simonds St. The program serves adults across the greater Los Angeles area. Call +1 (833) 781-8338 or verify your insurance to get started.
Start cocaine addiction treatment today
Talk to our admissions team about therapy-led cocaine treatment for you or your loved one. Call +1 (833) 781-8338 or verify your insurance now.
Start cocaine addiction treatment today
Talk to our admissions team about therapy-led cocaine treatment for you or your loved one. Call +1 (833) 781-8338 or verify your insurance now
