If marijuana use has started to negatively impact your health, relationships, work, or peace of mind, you’re not alone, and help is available. At Desert Willow Wellness in Palm Springs, we provide a safe, structured, and compassionate place to detox from marijuana and begin your recovery journey.
Even though marijuana is often seen as “harmless” or “non-addictive,” the reality is that regular, heavy use can lead to dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and significant mental health challenges. If you’ve tried to quit and found it difficult, or if marijuana has become something you rely on to function, it’s time to seek support. Our treatment center is here to help you take that first step toward clarity, confidence, and a healthier future.
Begin Your RecoveryWe believe in a continuum of care. That means that detox is never the end of your journey with us. Before you leave our treatment facility, we’ll ensure you have a clear plan moving forward. This plan can include moving into inpatient treatment, starting IOP, or connecting with a trusted provider closer to home.
No two recovery journeys are the same. At Desert Willow Wellness, we meet you where you are by providing an individualized treatment plan that reflects your unique needs, history, and goals. Our care is inclusive, respectful, and affirming for people of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ clients, BIPOC clients, veterans, professionals, and anyone seeking a judgment-free space to heal.
We use evidence-based protocols for marijuana detox and treatment, integrating medical, psychological, and holistic approaches to address the full scope of your well-being.
Recovery is about restoring balance and peace of mind. Our Palm Springs facility offers a calming, private environment surrounded by the quiet beauty of the desert. Natural light, comfortable accommodations, and thoughtfully designed spaces all contribute to a sense of calm and focus during your stay.
Being in a serene setting can help you reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and better connect with your treatment, allowing you to heal in both body and mind.
Addiction doesn’t just impact the person using the substance; it also affects their loved ones. We offer guidance and resources for family members and loved ones, helping them understand marijuana addiction, the recovery process, and how to best support you without enabling harmful patterns.
Our goal is to help you and your support system build stronger, healthier connections that will sustain your recovery long-term.
THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana, affects the brain’s reward system, memory, and mood regulation. Over time, heavy or daily use can lead to:
For some, marijuana use can trigger or worsen mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, or psychosis, especially in individuals who are genetically predisposed.
You may have developed marijuana dependence if you:
While the effects of marijuana withdrawal are not typically life-threatening, it can be highly uncomfortable and disruptive without support. Common symptoms include:
The medical and therapeutic team at Desert Willow Wellness is trained to help you manage these symptoms so you can detox safely and successfully.
For some clients, seeking help at a marijuana detox center may not seem as urgent as detoxing from substances with dangerous withdrawal symptoms, but that doesn’t mean it should be taken lightly. Heavy or long-term marijuana use can cause intense cravings, mood swings, anxiety, and sleep problems that make quitting on your own extremely challenging.
At Desert Willow Wellness, our medical detox program provides treatment options in a safe and structured space to manage these effects. Under the guidance of licensed medical professionals, you’ll receive around-the-clock care, monitoring, and support. This may include:
Our residential detox setting allows you to step away from the environment where substance abuse has become routine. By removing daily triggers, you can focus entirely on stabilizing your body and mind without the distractions or stressors of everyday life.
Once detox is complete, many clients find it beneficial to move directly into our inpatient program. Here, you’ll live on-site at our Palm Springs facility and continue treatment in a supportive, substance-free environment.
Inpatient treatment is ideal for people who:
Our inpatient treatment program includes:
If you’re stable enough to return home or prefer to live off-site during treatment, our outpatient programs provide ongoing support while allowing you to maintain work, school, or family responsibilities.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is especially effective for people transitioning from inpatient care or for those who need a higher level of structure compared to traditional outpatient therapy. IOP includes:
By offering multiple levels of care, we ensure that your marijuana addiction treatment plan can evolve with you, providing as much structure as you need at each stage of recovery.
One of the most effective approaches for treating marijuana dependence is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Through CBT, you’ll learn to:
Our therapists work collaboratively with you, ensuring that the coping skills you develop are practical and applicable to your everyday life.
One-on-one sessions with a therapist in individual therapy can offer you a chance to be heard without judgment. Your therapist will help you work through the personal challenges that contribute to substance use.
Group therapy provides a safe space to connect with others who understand your struggles. You’ll share experiences, gain new perspectives, and practice communication and problem-solving skills in a supportive environment.
Family therapy can be transformative. It can repair strained relationships, improve communication, and help loved ones understand how to best support your recovery without enabling old patterns.
Many people who use marijuana regularly are also managing conditions such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Sometimes marijuana is used to self-medicate these symptoms, but over time, it can make them worse.
At Desert Willow Wellness, our integrated dual-diagnosis approach treats both substance abuse and mental health simultaneously. This ensures that you’re addressing the full picture of your well-being rather than focusing on one problem while leaving another unresolved.
From your first day with us, you’ll be seen and treated as an individual. Your personalized treatment plan will consider:
This individualized approach allows us to design a plan that truly works for you, instead of a one-size-fits-all program.
Recovery doesn’t end when you leave treatment. It’s a lifelong process. We’ll help you prepare for the challenges you might face after treatment, such as:
You’ll leave Desert Willow Wellness with a clear relapse prevention plan, a set of coping strategies, and connections to ongoing support resources.
Cravings can be one of the most difficult parts of marijuana detox. We use a variety of strategies to help, including:
Our aftercare services include:
These services help you stay grounded in your recovery and prevent isolation, which is one of the most common risk factors for relapse.
Family support can be a game-changer in recovery. We offer:
If marijuana has become more than just a habit, or if it’s impacting your health, relationships, or happiness, it’s time to take action.
Our admissions team can often arrange same-day assessments, verify your insurance, and help you take the first steps toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can help you find relief from cravings, emotional distress, and the cycle of dependence.