Because early adulthood should be full of possibilities—not roadblocks.
Since 2012, The Haven at College has been helping young adults navigate mental health and substance use challenges without stepping away from their lives, their education, or their future. What began as a bold response to an unmet need on college campuses has grown into a trusted, nationally recognized treatment program rooted in community, expertise, and compassion.
Now, at our newest program right here in Los Angeles, we’re not just helping college students—we’re here for all emerging adults who need support, structure, and connection while they grow through what they’re going through.
We believe recovery and growth shouldn’t mean isolation, interruption, or missing out. The Haven exists to ensure that young people can address what’s hurting without stepping away from everything else that matters.
College. Adulthood. Identity. Mental health. Relationships. Career paths.
We know… It’s a lot.
But The Haven was created for this exact moment in life. We meet young adults right where they are: academically, emotionally, and socially – so they don’t have to choose between getting support and living their lives.
We’re not a traditional treatment center (and we’re proud of that). The Haven is a space where young adults find understanding, structure, and connection among peers who truly get it. Our integrated model combines proven, evidence-based therapies with experiential practices that make treatment feel relevant, engaging, and real.
Where Healing Happens in Context (Not in Isolation)
At The Haven, treatment doesn’t mean stepping away from life. It means learning how to live it. We help our clients build the skills they need to manage relationships, responsibilities, and emotions with more clarity and confidence. Because our programs are outpatient, clients get to practice these tools in real time—at school, with family, with friends—while still having the support of a licensed clinical team behind them.
Our programs are specifically designed to address these challenges by focusing on ten pillars:
Academic Stress Management
Address academic pressures, such as managing deadlines, coping with exam anxiety, and balancing coursework with other responsibilities
Social Integration & Peer Relationships
Substance Use Psychoeducation
Partnership with Academic Institutions
Digital Wellbeing
Life Skills Training
Cultural Adjustment
Transitions to and From College
Study Skills and Time Management
Workshops and Outreach
This comprehensive approach ensures that students can successfully navigate their lives while receiving the care they need.
What We Offer
Whether you’re looking for help managing depression or anxiety while staying in school, or need a more structured program to stabilize and heal, The Haven offers multiple levels of care:
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Day Treatment / Partial Hospitalization (PHP) – A full-time option for those who need a reset but want to remain in the real world.
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Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) – A flexible, therapy-forward track that integrates seamlessly with college or work schedules.
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Virtual IOP – Accessible care for students or young adults who can’t attend in person.
Convenient Times for Treatment
Accessible & Affordable Treatment
With our convenient location in Westwood, out clients come from all over Los Angeles. We also have a wide insurance network, and can assist with out-of-network options or payment plans. We believe help should be available for everyone, so never hesitate to reach out. Even if you or a loved one aren’t a fit for The Haven, our experienced staff are a wealth of resource.
Who We Help
Treatment at The Haven is customized to support the whole person—mind, body, and social world. We address a wide spectrum of issues for young adults aged 18-34, including:
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Anxiety & Depression
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Trauma & PTSD
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ADHD & Executive Functioning
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Bipolar & Mood Disorders
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Personality Disorders
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Substance Use & Co-Occurring Conditions
Yup, we take insurance.
The Haven at College accepts a wide variety of private and public health insurance plans, including student health insurance plans. Because we believe that treatment should be affordable, we work directly with your provider to get you the maximum insurance benefits.
Voices of Alumni
You taught me to love myself. You taught me to take responsibility for my actions…. You showed me that I am my own worst enemy, but that I am also the creator of my destiny…. You saved my life.
I wish to thank each one of you for coming to the aid of helping my son. The Haven became the “safe haven” for him and my husband and I are eternally grateful to you all.
I tried for so long to figure all this stuff out about myself without talking to someone and was amazed by how it was I finally reached out for help that I was able to understand so much more about what was going on with me.
A Team of Passionate Experts
At The Haven, we’re proud to boast a highly experienced multidisciplinary team of addiction and mental health professionals who are committed to the success of our client’s long-term recovery. Learn more about who we are and the faces you or a loved one will meet when you come to The Haven.
Sharon Weber and Holly Sherman
The Haven at College Founders
The Haven at College Co-Founders Holly Sherman and Sharon Weber got sober together in 2005 at a West LA sober living facility. They forged a lifelong friendship and a shared dedication to helping others find recovery. As a result of their experience working with younger residents in the sober living community, they discovered an unmet need for supporting college students. In 2012, they founded The Haven at College, in collaboration with University of Southern California.
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