Safe Harbor Recovery Center – Portsmouth, VA
Safe Harbor Recovery Center provides residential addiction treatment near Norfolk, VA, including for veterans. The Portsmouth program offers 24/7 support, medically supervised detox, individual and group counseling, family programming, relapse prevention planning, and treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. Evidence-based therapies are combined with wellness activities, recreational opportunities, and peer-support services in a structured, home-like setting.
Safe Harbor recently made AddictionResource.net’s 2026 list of the Best Rehab Centers in Virginia.
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About Safe Harbor Recovery Center
Safe Harbor’s Portsmouth residential campus provides 24/7 addiction care and recovery support from medical and clinical professionals. Treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment used to develop an individualized plan addressing substance use, mental health, physical health, trauma history, life skills, nutrition, exercise, and continuing-care needs.
The organization also operates an outpatient center in Chesapeake offering PHP and IOP services.
What Makes Safe Harbor Recovery Center Unique?
The center offers a broad whole-person approach to residential treatment. Along with CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing, patients can participate in music therapy, recreational therapy, fitness activities, nutrition support, mindfulness, and 12-step recovery. Family education focuses on communication, boundaries, rebuilding trust, and reducing patterns that can interfere with recovery.
Safe Harbor’s Tactical Recovery Program provides specialized, trauma-informed residential treatment for veterans dealing with substance use, PTSD, and other co-occurring mental health concerns. The 45-day program incorporates military cultural competence, peer support from veterans and people in long-term recovery, family involvement, yoga, mindfulness, nutrition education, and neurofeedback. Safe Harbor is a member of the VA Community Care Network, allowing eligible veterans to use VA benefits for treatment.
Trust Features
- LegitScript
- CARF
Levels of Care
- Inpatient/Residential
- Medical Detoxification
- Aftercare Support
- Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
- Outpatient
- Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Population(s) Served
- Men
- Women
- Veterans
- Young Adults
- Active Military
- Seniors (65+)
Treatment Offerings
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Individual Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Life Skills
- Family Therapy
- Trauma Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Relapse Prevention
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- First Responders Program
- Medication Management
- Psychotherapy
- Case Management Services
- 1-on-1 Counseling
- Individualized Treatment
- Neurofeedback
- Vivitrol Injections
Payment Options/Accepted Insurance
- TRICARE
- Cigna
- United Healthcare
- Humana
- Aetna
Always verify your specific coverage and confirm directly with the facility. Plans and acceptance may change.
Amenities
- Gym
- Outdoor Activities
- Meditation
- Private Transportation
- Yoga Studio
- Athletic Equipment
- Air-Conditioned Rooms
- Laundry Services
- Private or Shared Rooms
Additional Information
- Long-Term Treatment
Get Answers About Safe Harbor Recovery Center
Safe Harbor’s general residential program is described in current Virginia community resources as having a maximum stay of approximately 30 days, with step-down options available. Its specialized Tactical Recovery program for veterans provides a 45-day residential program. Actual treatment length is individualized.
Yes, Safe Harbor’s Portsmouth residential program includes medically supervised detox and support for individuals experiencing alcohol withdrawal. The organization describes medical and clinical staff as available around the clock.
Safe Harbor offers medically supervised detox and medication management, but MAT doesn’t seem to be a treatment option. Potential patients can ask admissions about MAT services, including the use of medications such as buprenorphine or naltrexone and whether they are available for their specific condition.
Yes, the family program provides education and support focused on addiction and recovery, healthy boundaries, communication, rebuilding trust, and avoiding enabling behaviors.
Safe Harbor describes its Portsmouth residential program as a clean, comfortable, home-like environment rather than a luxury rehabilitation center. Its emphasis is on structured residential treatment, clinical care, wellness activities, and ongoing recovery support.
People interested in luxury rehab centers in Virginia have other options to explore.
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