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<p><strong>ABOUT MATRIX INSTITUTE ON ADDICTIONS</strong></p> <p>Founded in 1984, the Matrix Institute on Addictions is a network of four outpatient facilities in Southern California that treat addiction using the <a href="http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/principles-drug-addiction-treatment-research-based-guide-third-edition/evidence-based-approaches-to-drug-addiction-treatment/behavioral-3" target="_blank">Matrix Model</a>, which is used at <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis2/nssats/n2016_st_profiles.pdf" target="_blank">42.1 percent</a> of facilities in California. Besides the West L.A. office, there are Matrix locations in the <a href="https://www.rehabs.com/listings/matrix-institute-1778290298/" target="_blank">San Fernando Valley</a> and elsewhere.</p> <p>The West L.A. location provides <strong>outpatient care at various intensities</strong> as well as aftercare, all for adults, with additional dedicated programming for <strong>young adults aged 18 to 24</strong>. </p> <p>Although the facility does not provide on-site detoxification services, <strong>medication-assisted treatment (MAT)</strong> may be incorporated into treatment to alleviate symptoms of withdrawal.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>Matrix Institute on Addictions' main offering is a <strong>four-month intensive outpatient program (IOP)</strong> for adults, though clients may also attend tailored outpatient treatment.</p> <p>Clients participate in an initial assessment, which is used to determine individualized variations on the four-month IOP and other programs. The <a href="http://www.matrixinstitute.org/treatments" target="_blank">Matrix Model</a> of treatment is a multi-element approach that combines relapse prevention groups, <strong>individual and group counseling,</strong> drug screenings, <strong>educational presentations,</strong> and family education to help clients acquire and maintain sobriety. </p> <p>Although it is not a 12-step program, the <strong>Matrix Model typically incorporates 12-step participation</strong> into treatment. Clients may be encouraged to attend community-based 12-step meetings and perform associated “step-work.”</p> <p>Along with core programming, clients participate in <strong><a href="http://www.rehabs.com/pro-talk-articles/a-look-at-the-research-supporting-mindfulness-in-addiction-treatment/" target="_blank">mindfulness meditation</a> groups</strong> to learn techniques for managing stress and new coping skills. The times and days of programming are tailored to accommodate clients' needs, but in general, clients can expect to attend <strong>three sessions per week</strong>. Once a client completes the four-month program, clinicians encourage clients to continue in weekly support group meetings.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>The West L.A. office is run by a <strong>clinical psychologist,</strong> and the Matrix Institute on Addictions also employs physicians experienced in addiction medicine, substance abuse counselors, and case managers. Employees are trained in the Matrix Model approach, and the organization provides <strong>regular Matrix Model training sessions</strong> for substance abuse professionals. The single individual polled by Rehabs.com to date gave the center three out of five stars for its staff's level of training and experience.</p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>Rehabs.com hasn't yet polled any alumni of this outpost of the Matrix Institute; however, the center does have a single five-star rating, left on Yelp.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> "Following the Matrix Manuals gives you a clear direction in the treatment. Non 12-Step, practical, and makes sense," wrote reviewer Jeremy.</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The single loved one polled by Rehabs.com to date gave the Matrix Institute four stars for its treatment effectiveness and three stars in most of the other evaluated treatment metrics, including its holistic offerings, family participation, counseling options, and ability to treat co-occurring disorders. "The tools they receive not only help then to get better but continues to help then in their everyday life," the anonymous reviewer wrote.</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>The Matrix Institute has <strong>mixed feedback from staff</strong> posting on secondary sites, with average ratings of 2.8 out of five stars based on five reviews on Indeed and 3.7 out of five stars based on eight reviews on Glassdoor.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small> The reviewers <strong>repeatedly praised their coworkers</strong> and the center's commitment to evidence-based treatment methods.</p> <p>"Evidence-based treatment model, committed co-workers, small family feel," one reviewer wrote in a typical comment on Glassdoor. However, there are also <strong>recurring complaints about overwork,</strong> which could negatively impact client care. "Management overloads employees witlh caseloads and offers no help," wrote a representative employee on Indeed.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>The Matrix Institute <strong>accepts all major insurances,</strong> including HMO plans. The facility is also one of the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/dasis2/nssats/n2016_st_profiles.pdf" target="_blank">61.6 percent</a> of rehabs in California that <strong>accepts Medi-Cal</strong>, the state's Medicaid program. The single individual polled by Rehabs.com to date on the center's affordability gave it three out of five stars.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/matrix-institute-on-addictions-west-los-angeles-2?osq=Matrix+Institute" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/matrix-institute-on-addictions-west-los-angeles-2?osq=Matrix+Institute</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Matrix-Institute-On-Addictions/reviews" target="_blank">https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Matrix-Institute-On-Addictions/reviews</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Matrix-Institute-on-Addictions-Reviews-E844009.htm" target="_blank">https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Matrix-Institute-on-Addictions-Reviews-E844009.htm</a></small></p>
— Ellie Robins · 2018-10-03 15:36:25 PDT
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