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Herndon Recovery Center - Satnam S Atwal MD

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Overview

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Located in a quiet Fresno neighborhood, Herndon Recovery provides residential and outpatient addiction treatment in a private home setting. The program is intentionally limited to six clients at a time, allowing for focused care and individualized attention. Services include medically monitored detoxification and support for co-occurring mental health conditions, with an emphasis on building stability through structured treatment and medication support.

Address

7361 North Sierra Vista Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Special Programs

  • Mental health disorders

Small Scale, Broad Support

The facility offers multiple levels of care, including residential inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient services. Clients may receive medications for addiction treatment (MAT) for opioid or alcohol use, along with counseling and recovery education. Staff provide round-the-clock support and maintain continuity across the treatment process, helping clients reduce risks of relapse and better manage their recovery long-term.

Comfortable Living in a Home-Like Environment

Set within a five-bedroom residence, the facility includes private and semi-private rooms, most with ensuite bathrooms. The ADA-compliant space is designed for comfort, with a calming atmosphere and shared meals tailored to dietary needs. This intimate setting provides a restorative alternative to larger institutional programs—particularly appealing for individuals seeking privacy and fewer distractions during treatment.

Focus on Access and Stability

The program aims to remove common barriers to care by offering multiple treatment tracks under one roof, reducing the need for external referrals or fragmented services. This kind of integrated care can make it easier for people to stay engaged in treatment while balancing work, caregiving, or life transitions. The small cohort size also supports meaningful connection between staff and clients, which can contribute to stronger therapeutic engagement.

Best Fit For

Herndon Recovery Center may be a good fit for adults seeking a quiet, low-volume setting for addiction recovery with co-occurring mental health support. It is particularly well-suited for those looking for residential care with medication support and a more personal, less institutional experience. The program emphasizes structure, access to medical support, and continuity of care in a small, focused environment.

Mixed Patient Reviews Highlight Strengths and Shortcomings

Feedback on the patient experience is mixed. Some patients describe Dr. Atwal’s treatment as helpful and stabilizing, and note that recent front desk staff have been professional and kind. Others report concerns about rushed appointments, communication challenges, and inconsistent service—especially in years past. For those considering this provider, the reviews suggest a need to weigh convenience and clinical access against the desire for a more personal or communicative experience.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Carelon
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MHN
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Other Private Insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

$$$ - High-end Facility

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Residential detoxification
  • Short-term residential

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Matrix Model program
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Domestic violence support
  • Help with transportation
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Job training and educational support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Intervention and education support
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Policies

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Vaping allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

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Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

CARF reviews rehab programs to make sure they provide respectful, effective, and personalized care. For addiction treatment, CARF uses standards developed with the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), so this accreditation shows the program follows trusted, evidence-based guidelines for treating substance use.

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Reviews and Ratings

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  • Dr. Atwal is known for his compassionate and attentive approach to patient care.
  • Patients appreciate the supportive and friendly office staff, contributing to a positive experience.
  • Many long-term patients report significant improvements in their mental health and overall well-being under Dr. Atwal's care.
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Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

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- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

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