Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division in Merced, CA, offers outpatient substance abuse treatment for adults experiencing addiction. Specialized in co-occurring disorders, this division is part of Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, providing comprehensive care for mental health and substance abuse.
As an integral part of the Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department, their mission is to provide accessible and effective mental health and substance use disorder treatment services to the community.
- Provides outpatient and intensive outpatient services, including individual, group, and family counseling.
- Specialized programs are available for pregnant and postpartum women, military personnel, and veterans.
- Offers evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
- Bilingual services are available in Spanish to support the diverse community in Merced County.
This facility treats substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues, serving adults, veterans, pregnant and postpartum women, and victims of trauma and abuse.
- 5 Conditions Treated
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English, Spanish
- 23 Therapies & Programs
- Multiple Locations
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Recovering from any type of substance abuse is a long process, but it is one of the most worthwhile and life changing events any addicted person will ever go through. This is a combination of detoxing the body, rehabilitation, and recovery. There is also therapy, aftercare, and support during the entire process.
While substance abuse can take over a person’s life, it is something that can also be overcame by professionals at Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division in Merced, CA
Dual-Diagnosis
Addiction is often caused by an underlying issue. Mental illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder could lie at the root. A dual diagnosis by Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division aims to treat the addiction as well as the cause of the addiction. This ensures the patient will not fall back on old ways after treatment is complete.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) are treatment programs suitable for people who wish to stay at home while undergoing treatment. IOPs like Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division make it possible for individuals to carry on with their responsibilities at work or school, in or near Merced, CA. It’s easy to find an IOP center that offers individualized treatment protocols.
Outpatient treatment can be considered the lowest intensity level of addiction treatment in Merced, CA. It is ideal for early phase addiction or lower intensity addictions. Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division peer group support, 12-step programs, and individual counseling may still be involved.
Aftercare support plays an important role when sustaining a patient’s full recovery at Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division. Patients also receive assistance in making living arrangements in halfway houses. Career counseling is available for those who want a fresh start. There are also local community programs in Merced, CA such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division‘s Therapies & Programs
Families are not always as supportive as they could be, but by opting for family therapy, many recovering addicts are able to understand their addiction and get the support they need to get sober. These therapy sessions at Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division in Merced, CA involve all members of the family who play a role in the recovering person’s daily life. They work together to overcome past issues, avoid triggers, and remain strong and supportive of each other.
In group therapy, the patient undergoes sessions with other patients dealing with similar problems under the guidance of a trained counselor. The members of the group interact with each other and talk freely about their issues. The recovery of members of the group from the problems that they face gives the patients confidence that they can also overcome their addiction.
Group therapy at Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division reduces the feeling of loneliness and improves the coping skills of the patients. Group therapy provides patients with continuous feedback from other members. The group dynamics ensure that members start having some structure and routine in their lives.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a way of addressing concerns through talking. Talking through issues can identify sources of discomfort or unhealthy thoughts. CBT is a healthy way Merced County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug Services Division addresses some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in a persons life.
The 12 step program is the treatment method used by Alcoholics Anonymous, but it can apply to any type of addiction. It outlines the 12 steps addicts should take on the path to recovery. Steps include admitting you have a problem and making the decision to turn your life around. A belief in a higher power and making amends to others are also part of the program.
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Location & Contact

3090 M Street
Merced, CA 95340
Phone Number
(209) 381-6850
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Merced, California Addiction and Treatment
More than 3 million of California's citizens are addicted to illegal drugs. Almost 800,000 people use hard drugs, almost 5 million use marijuana, and another 2.1 million abuse alcohol every year. Other substance abuse issues such as binge drinking and teen drug use are also common. Many illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and marijuana are smuggled into the state from Mexico.
Merced beckons with mild weather and access to outdoor havens like Yosemite National Park, alongside a vibrant arts scene. Yet this city confronts sobering realities: in 2017, its opioid overdose death rate ranked 30th highest among California counties, while fentanyl claimed 0.38 lives per 100,000 residents.
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