Woodlake Mid-City Addiction Treatment Center

Who is this facility a good fit for?

• Best fit if: Adults seeking treatment for drug or alcohol use, including those with co-occurring mental health disorders; looking for a program with a predictable routine; wanting to work with counselors with lived experience; seeking a program with integrated aftercare; looking for a program that focuses on group treatment.

• Not a fit if: Adults wanting support for primary mental health conditions rather than substance use; seeking primarily one-on-one treatment; looking for a program that is not based on a 12-Step program; needing regular access to personal electronic devices; wanting frequent in-person family visits.

What to expect

Developing your care plan

• Initial evaluation: Treatment begins with an evaluation that looks at the client’s substance use history, medical history, and personal recovery needs.
• Group counseling with individualized assignments: Residential care focuses on group counseling. Clients receive individual assignments to help them examine the issues underlying their own substance use. These can help guide adjustments to treatment plans.
• Four treatment phases: Programming in the residential program follows a 4-phase structure. In phase 1, clients focus on recognizing addiction-related consequences, developing accountability, and beginning stabilization. Phase 2 is about examining harmful behavior patterns and working on judgment, decision-making, and impulse control. In phase 3, clients explore any avoided emotions and develop a spiritual foundation for recovery. Finally, in phase 4, they focus on identifying compulsive behaviors, building a recovery network, and preparing for discharge.

Who you will meet with

• Counselors: At Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center, most counselors have personal histories with addiction and recovery as well as professional training. These counselors lead group discussions and recovery education and assign and review therapeutic assignments.
• Telehealth therapists: Therapists can lead family counseling sessions virtually.

Typical schedule

• Morning: In the residential program, clients wake up and eat breakfast, followed by meditation. Group counseling sessions begin in the late morning, followed by a break for lunch.
• Afternoon: In the afternoon, clients attend Recovery Dynamics education groups for about 2 hours, where they learn the principles of the 12 Steps.
• Evening: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are held in the evening.
• Partial hospitalization program: The PHP typically lasts 6 to 8 weeks, with treatment frequency scheduled according to need. Clients can attend sessions up to 7 days a week if needed.
• Intensive outpatient program: Clients in the IOP attend group-centered treatment 3 days a week, with daytime and evening options available. They typically stay in this program for 3 months.
• Standard outpatient treatment: The standard outpatient program offers treatment once a week.

Living experiences and amenities

• Communal living: Clients share bedrooms and responsibilities in the facility, encouraging them to practice cooperation and accountability.
• Focusing on recovery: Personal electronics are not permitted in the residential program, and visitation is limited. Clients typically have to complete a week of treatment before they are allowed to have visitors. In-person visitation is usually limited to Fridays, and family counseling is available through telehealth sessions.

Aftercare

• Discharge planning: Discharge planning begins early on. While in treatment, clients work on identifying compulsive behaviors, building a recovery network, and preparing for life after treatment. Step-down options are available within the organization.
• Aftercare: Clients can attend weekly aftercare educational programming. Those who complete the IOP program receive a free year of aftercare.
• Sober living: Sober living options may be available for those who need transitional housing after completing treatment.

Pre-admissions experience

We conducted a series of pre-admissions calls, the most recent on October 19, 2026, to evaluate response time, transparency, and patient experience.

We spoke with a representative at Woodlake who was calm, direct, and casual. They provided clear information about daily schedules, visitation rules, and aftercare options and were transparent about cost and facility policies.

How we researched this facility

• Reviewed by: Jennifer Trimbee, registered nurse, content writer, and strategist, reviewed the research findings and wrote this facility profile on October 26, 2026.
• Facility data research: On August 15, 2026, our research team reviewed the facility’s website and information from public health departments, national accrediting organizations, and SAMHSA to verify facility details.
• Pre-admissions call: On October 19, 2026, our content team called the facility to evaluate responsiveness, transparency, and the prospective patient experience.