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HEALING FROM DRUG & ALCOHOL ADDICTION

Medical Detox for Women

Sometimes, the fear of withdrawal feels bigger than the hope of recovery. We’re here to tell you: You don’t have to go it alone. At Friendly House, we've helped thousands of women find the courage to quit by providing medical detox that's safe, professional, accessible, and deeply understanding of the challenges women face.

A Different Kind of Detox in L.A.

Here, medical expertise meets genuine compassion. While our doctors and nurses carefully monitor your safety, our welcoming community surrounds you with the support that makes this challenging time more manageable.

Women’s Detox

Women's bodies process substances differently than men's — from alcohol to opioids to prescription medications. Our medical team has decades of experience in women's rehabs and detoxes, and they tailor protocols specifically for each client. Whether you're withdrawing from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, or other substances, you'll receive care that’s customized for every aspect of your health and safety.

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What Happens in Detox

From the moment you arrive, our priority is your comfort and stability:

Your first day begins with a medical assessment — reviewing not just of your withdrawal needs, but of your whole health history. Our doctors create a personalized detox plan, which may include comfort medications to ease withdrawal symptoms. Round-the-clock monitoring keeps you safe.

But medical care is just the beginning. Unlike traditional detox units, we believe healing starts even in these early days. As you start to feel stronger, you can join in on meals, gentle movement classes, or just sit in our garden courtyard. Optional group sessions connect you with other women who understand exactly what you're feeling.

Detox & Mental Health Care

Detox at Friendly House addresses more than physical dependency. We understand the mix of emotions that may surface as substances leave your system: anxiety about what comes next, shame about the past, fear about relationships shattered by addiction. Our staff knows these feelings intimately because many have been there themselves.

We provide:

Medical supervision that puts your comfort and safety first

FDA-approved medications to manage withdrawal symptoms

 24/7 care and monitoring

Individual counseling and emotional support

Optional group sessions when you're ready

Holistic comfort measures like meditation and gentle yoga

Seamless transition to ongoing treatment

The First Step to Addiction Recovery

While detox is just the first step, it sets the tone for your entire recovery journey. That's why we've created an environment where women feel safe enough to be vulnerable, supported enough to face difficult emotions, and respected enough to trust the process.

Our program works especially well for:

  • Women seeking an alternative to hospital detox
  • Those who've tried stopping on their own without success
  • Women with co-occurring mental health needs
  • Anyone needing a gentler approach to withdrawal
  • Those planning to continue into treatment
  • Women who want to detox among others who understand

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Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in L.A.

Friendly House was founded on the principles of the 12 Steps, and we have a deep commitment to abstinence-based recovery. Still, when appropriate, medications may make the withdrawal process more comfortable and safer — building a stronger foundation for true long-term recovery. We offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as part of our detox services, through a partnership with our medical care provider, The Moment Health. Learn more about this important partnership.

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Ready to Start?

We know reaching out feels overwhelming. Maybe you've tried before, or maybe this is your first time considering help. Whatever brings you here, we'll meet you with understanding and clear guidance about what happens next. Because every woman deserves the chance to heal — and it starts with reaching out for help.

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