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Betty Ford Center

Betty Ford Center

Drug Rehab Center in San Diego, California

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

The Betty Ford Center in San Diego, California is a nationally recognized, accredited treatment provider for addiction and substance abuse that offers comprehensive and individualized programs, including detoxification, residential treatment, outpatient programs, relapse prevention, and family therapy.

About This San Diego, CA Facility

Betty Ford Center, located in San Diego, California, is a reputable treatment facility that specializes in the treatment of alcoholism, opioid addiction, substance abuse, dual diagnosis, drug addiction, and mental health conditions. The center is accredited by various notable organizations, including LegitScript, JCAHO, NAATP, and holds a state license. With a range of treatment options available, Betty Ford Center offers aftercare support, drug rehab, dual-diagnosis treatment, intensive outpatient programs, outpatient services, sober-living / half-way houses, and residential levels of care. By providing comprehensive services and utilizing evidence-based practices, Betty Ford Center aims to help individuals overcome their addiction and achieve lasting recovery.

Betty Ford Center in San Diego, California offers a comprehensive range of services for individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse. Their treatment programs are designed to address alcoholism, opioid addiction, substance abuse, dual diagnosis (co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders), drug addiction, and mental health conditions. The center provides aftercare support to aid in long-term recovery, offers drug rehab programs for those needing intensive treatment, and conducts dual-diagnosis treatment to address underlying mental health issues alongside addiction. Other available services include intensive outpatient programs, outpatient treatment, and sober-living/half-way houses for individuals who require continued support and a structured living environment. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a focus on individualized care, Betty Ford Center strives to help individuals achieve and maintain a life of sobriety.

Genders
  • Male
  • Female
  • Gender Exclusive Center
  • Ages
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Groups
  • Additional
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Hearing Impaired
  • Veteran Specific
  • LGBTQ+ Allied
  • Accreditations

    State License

    NAATP

    LegitScript

    JCAHO

    Conditions and Issues Treated

    Rehab centers exist in San Diego, CA to help individuals bounce back from substance abuse, which is an umbrella term for drug and alcohol addiction. Drug addiction refers to the use of illegal drugs and improper use of prescription drugs. Centers like Betty Ford Center provide individuals a chance to access individual and group therapy that can be monumental for recovery.

    Substance abuse includes all problems that stem out from using various psychoactive substances. It is also a diagnostic term used by Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) to define the mental and physical impairment or distress caused by misuse and overuse of certain substances in a period of 12 months.

    Opioid addiction involves addiction to legal or illegal opioids. It may happen very quickly with any opioid use. Sometimes within a matter of days. Opioid addiction is a known as a high-risk factor for future heroin addiction.

    Opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and lead the user to continue to use even if they want to quit. Stopping using an opioid requires careful medical observation. Sometimes the withdrawal can persist for many weeks, which can put the user at a high risk for relapse.

    It is recommended to receive inpatient treatment and a medically supervised detox like those offered at Betty Ford Center in San Diego, CA, CA, to manage the withdrawal process while learning lasting tools to maintain recovery. In some circumstances medications can be used to manage opioid addiction.

    People with dual diagnosis have coexisting addiction and a mental disorder. 9.2 million US adults had a co-occurring disorder in 2018, so not just limited to California residents. Best treatment combines medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), support group, and inpatient rehabilitation. Sometimes, complementary therapies – yoga, massage, and acupuncture – may also be used.

    Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis (Co-Occuring Disorders), Mood Disorders, Opioid Addiction, Substance Abuse 

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, Residential, Sober-Living / Half-Way, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Intensive outpatient programs mostly conduct meetings on weekdays. Group therapy is the main element in most intensive outpatient programs. Most IOPs last for about 90 days and include drug use monitoring and testing. A California IOP, like what’s offerd at Betty Ford Center, take much more time than a standard outpatient program. Some programs offer other services as well, such as employment assistance and medication management.

    Outpatient treatment can be considered the lowest intensity level of addiction treatment in San Diego, CA. It is ideal for early phase addiction or lower intensity addictions. Betty Ford Center peer group support, 12-step programs, and individual counseling may still be involved.

    Sober living home provides a drug and alcohol-free environment for people in San Diego trying to stay sober. The atmosphere in SLH is less restrictive than in inpatient rehab. Members have to follow many rules, including not drinking and using drugs and paying rent and bills. There is no limit for the minimum or maximum period of stay, but as long as you stay in the house, you should follow the rules, as it’s the opportunity for individual and group sobriety.

    Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient’s individual requirements.

    After treatment, addiction treatment can be frightening for newly sober people. Aftercare support provided by Betty Ford Center is designed to give resources and help on a continued basis. It can involve finding housing in and around California, setting up 12-step meeting groups, continued medical monitoring, and counseling.

    Betty Ford Center‘s Therapies & Programs

    Individual therapy aims to identify the core issues that would have led the patient to substance abuse and address the root cause effectively. Patients find the therapist as a person who they can trust. It helps them to open up and discuss personal and sensitive issues, which they may not be comfortable discussing in a group.

    Group therapy happens at Betty Ford Center in a controlled group environment, as opposed to a one-on-one setting. It supports San Diego, CA patients’ recovery by offering a sense of comfort and letting them know that they are not alone. Through shared conversations, patients also learn to develop faith and understanding and gain insight on their addictions.

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an improved version of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). DBT is a treatment of choice for people suffering from self-harming behaviors characterized by cutting and suicidal thoughts or inclinations.

    This treatment is developed to help individuals recognize their thought patterns, behaviors, and feelings. It has demonstrated its effectiveness for people that are finding it difficult to control their emotions and urges. Conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder and borderline personality disorder also benefit from DBT as it imparts individuals stress-management techniques and enhanced self-esteem so they can sustain their sobriety by reducing the impact of triggers and out-of-control emotions.

    Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a way of addressing concerns through talking. It can be used in individual counseling sessions. Talking through issues with professionals at Betty Ford Center can identify sources of discomfort or unhealthy thoughts. It is a way of learning about yourself and your individual perceptions. CBT is a healthy way of addressing some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in your life.

    Alcoholics Anonymous is responsible for the development of the popular “12 Step Program” Most substance treatment centers in San Diego, California, like Betty Ford Center, have their own 12 step program designed to help users achieve sobriety. The first three steps depend on the patient, so they are more specific and situational. The succeeding four steps center on practical issues brought on by substance abuse.

    12-Step Facilitation, Aftercare, Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Experiential Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Interpersonal, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Outpatient Treatment (OP), Residential Long Term (>30 Days), Sober-Living / Half-Way

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at Betty Ford Center

    Experiential therapy works on the principle that the perception of individuals determines their behavior. It is different from medication and talk therapy and suits those who have difficulty in expressing themselves and interact. Experiential therapy works by using tools and activities to recreate past experiences and encourages the release of suppressed thoughts that were responsible for the negative feelings and drug addiction.

    Role-playing, arts and crafts, music, animal care, rock climbing, etc. are some of the activities used in this therapy. Gradually the individual will experience calmness and love and change their perception positively. Other than drug addiction, Experiential therapy is useful in various behavioral and eating disorders.

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Self-Pay / Cash
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
  • Sliding Scale
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    Additional Details

    Specifics, location, and helpful extra information.
    Betty Ford Center Location and Directions
    Address Information11720 El Camino Real
    San Diego, California 92130 Phone Number(866) 261-3734 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    Is Betty Ford Center a LegitScript Verified Treatment Facility?

    According to our most recent records, we have found this center to be LegitScript verified.

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    San Diego, California Addiction Information

    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.

    Nearly 2,000 people die from a drug overdose each year in San Diego. Of the total population of San Diego, approximately 9.5% reported illicit drug use. According to recent statistics, drug addiction and abuse are among the top causes of preventable death in San Diego. There are rehab programs specifically tailored to meet the needs of women, men, young adults, or those with co-occurring mental health disorders.

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