Taking the first steps toward sobriety can be intimidating. At Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (KernBHRS), we understand the complexities of substance use problems among youth and adults. Dealing with these issues is not easy, but our dedicated staff is here to help you through your journey.

Getting Started with Treatment

Whenever you decide to seek treatment, we’re ready to help. Connect to services anytime by calling our 24-hour Substance Use Disorder Access Line at 1 (866) 266-4898.

In minutes, our team will assess your individual needs and connect you to one of our providers as well as other local resources.

Did you Know? Treatment priority is given to pregnant and/or parenting clients.

What Treatment Looks Like

Everyone has different experiences with substance use and treatment attempts. Once a person is screened, different treatment options may be offered:

Outpatient Treatment
A person will undergo group and individual counseling a few times per week for a number of months. The frequency is adjusted depending on individualized goals and progress.

Intensive Outpatient Treatment
In this treatment, a person will go through group and individual counseling most days of the week. The goal is to help establish new recovery skills and eliminate substance use.

Residential Treatment
This involves short-term, intensive treatment at a live-in facility, followed by outpatient treatment.

Narcotic Treatment Programs
A person receives daily medications for opioid use disorder, plus individual counseling.

License and Certification

KernBHRS is licensed and certified by the State Department of Health Care Services. For more information, please visit the California Department of Health Care Services website. 

Find Substance Use Treatment Centers Near You

Use the map below to find service locations near you.

Audio and Paper Handbooks Available

• DMC-ODS Member Handbook Audio - (English)
• DMC-ODS Member Handbook Audio - (Spanish/Versión de Audio)

Paper formats of these documents are available without charge upon request. Please call 1 (866) 266-4898 to request copies. Requests will be processed within (five) business days.

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