Van Nuys, CA
Real talk for men in recovery in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. Guides, local resources, and honest insight — built on community, brotherhood, and the belief that redemption is possible.
Find the right level of support for your journey.
The journey to lasting sobriety looks different for every man. Some come to sober living straight from detox. Others step down from residential treatment or a partial hospitalization program. And some arrive having tried to white-knuckle it on their own and finally deciding they need real support.
Wherever you are, there's a level of care designed for that moment. Here's a quick breakdown:
The first step for men with physical dependence on alcohol or drugs. Medically supervised detox keeps you safe during withdrawal and stabilizes you before the real work begins. This is not something to attempt alone.
Intensive, 24/7 inpatient care focused on breaking the cycle of addiction. Typically 30 to 90 days. Combines therapy, medical support, and structured programming in a controlled environment.
A step down from residential. You receive clinical treatment during the day — typically 5 to 6 hours — and return to a structured living environment at night. PHP is often paired with sober living.
Flexible, structured treatment that allows men to live in sober housing while attending therapy and group sessions several times per week. One of the most common pairings with sober living.
The bridge between treatment and independent life. A structured, accountable, community-driven environment where men practice real-world sobriety with brotherhood around them. This is where The Comeback SL comes in.
Ongoing therapy, 12-step work, alumni programs, and continued accountability as men transition into full independence.
Not sure which level is right for you or your loved one? That's exactly what Vinny and the Comeback team are here for.
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Sober living isn't always the first step — and we know that. Vinny and the Comeback SL team have spent years building relationships with some of the most trusted treatment providers in Southern California. Whether you or your loved one needs detox, residential treatment, PHP, or IOP before transitioning to sober living, we can help you navigate the options and connect you with providers we personally know and trust.
No runaround. No pressure. Just honest guidance from people who have been in the trenches of recovery and know who does it right.
We vet every provider in our network so you don't have to.
All referrals are based on trust and clinical reputation. The Comeback SL does not accept payment for referrals.
You don't have to figure this out alone. These trusted resources are available to you and your family — many of them 24 hours a day.
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for individuals and families facing substance use or mental health disorders. English and Spanish.
📞 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
🌐 samhsa.govFree, confidential support for people in distress. Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7.
📞 Call or Text: 988
🌐 988lifeline.orgFree 24/7 crisis support via text. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
📱 Text HOME to 741741
24/7 entry point for mental health services in Los Angeles County. Crisis evaluation, referrals, interpreter services.
📞 1-800-854-7771
🌐 dmh.lacounty.govOne of LA's most trusted mental health and substance use treatment providers, with locations throughout the San Fernando Valley.
📞 1-800-854-7771
🌐 didihirsch.orgOutpatient mental health and substance use services in Van Nuys. Individual therapy, crisis intervention, medication management, and more.
📞 (818) 901-4830
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Walk-in urgent mental health services for the San Fernando Valley.
📞 (818) 485-0888
After-hours and weekend crisis intervention for the San Fernando Valley.
📞 (800) 854-7771
Find local AA meetings throughout the Valley, any day, any time.
🌐 aa.orgFind local NA meetings in Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood, and surrounding areas.
🌐 na.orgScience-based alternative to 12-step programs. In-person and online meetings available.
🌐 smartrecovery.orgVinny and the Comeback SL team work with a trusted network of vetted treatment providers throughout Southern California. If you or someone you love needs detox, residential treatment, PHP, or IOP before sober living — or if you're just not sure what the next step is — reach out. We'll point you in the right direction, no pressure, no runaround.
Talk to Our TeamAll referrals are based on trust and clinical reputation. The Comeback SL does not accept payment for referrals.