Centro Latino Americano
Centro Latino Americano, located in Eugene, OR, is a non-profit organization that primarily focuses on supporting Latino and Spanish-speaking residents. Unique qualities include crisis intervention, job advocacy, educational programs, and specialized substance abuse treatments that are culturally responsive and community-oriented.
The mission of Centro Latino Americano is to ensure full participation of the Latino community in social, economic, and civic life. They have received recognition, including a $80,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente for building social connections and reducing social isolation in diverse communities.
- Offers cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and life skills training for substance abuse recovery.
- Provides equitable access to counseling services for alcohol and drug addictions.
- Specialized programs for opioid addiction and supportive recovery environments.
- Educational programs including ESL and GED classes taught in Spanish.
Centro Latino Americano treats issues like opioid addiction and alcohol abuse, specifically serving the Latino community in Lane County. This support empowers Spanish-speaking residents to achieve sobriety and better life skills.
- 3 Conditions Treated
- 5 Levels of Care
- Speaks English, Spanish
- 19 Therapies & Programs
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Substance abuse typically leads to addiction, which requires specialized treatment programs at Centro Latino Americano to address. Many people benefit from inpatient drug rehabilitation, which includes inpatient acute care and residential rehabilitation. Other levels of care include intensive outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and support groups. Family therapy is also an essential part of treatment for substance abuse.
A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.
Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment in Eugene, OR
Opioids are a series of medicines that are used for pain relief. Opioid addiction refers to the compulsive pursuit of opioids, even though they are not medically needed. Medication-assisted therapy at Centro Latino Americano in Eugene, OR requires care in which both medications, medication, and behavioral treatments are used.
Dual-Diagnosis
Substance use disorder falls under two categories: Alcohol or Drug Abuse and Drug Dependence. An individual suffering from a substance use disorder and mental health disorders is said to have a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder.
Individuals with substance use disorders and mental health problems are said to suffer from a ‘dual diagnosis’. The most frequently identified mental health issues found in individuals with substance use disorders include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.
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.
An Intensive Outpatient Program like what’s offered at Centro Latino Americano, targets those who need intensive treatment but would rather get it in the comfort of their homes. The treatment programs vary in duration and intensity. They can be tailored to suit the patient’s needs.
When remaining at their job in Eugene, or continuing their studies, the individual may live with their family while utilizing Centro Latino Americano‘s outpatient services. Treatment requires counseling the patient at the individual level, in a group setting, about substance addiction, drugs, and therapy sessions.
Aftercare support involves the support given to a Eugene, Oregon patient after they complete treatment. It helps them adjust to normal life. It may include setting them up in a halfway house and enrolling them in programs like Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Centro Latino Americano‘s patients may also be provided with career training to help them get back into the job force.
Therapies & Programs
Couples therapy aims to rebuild the trust between the partners. Partner’s involvement in the process will result in greater chances of treatment success. Couples therapy addresses financial issues, loss of trust, lack of intimacy, and physical abuse.
Family therapy is a set of therapeutic approaches that assumes that the entire family is a system. It utilizes the strengths and resources of the family to help the patient refrain from resorting to substance abuse. The impact of substance abuse is not just on the patient but on the entire family. Family therapy ensures that the patient gets adequate support from the family members after the treatment making the recovery process sustainable
- Family therapy guides all the members of the family to help the patient.
- It helps to repair relationships and improve communication between family members.
- It helps to keep the patient engaged and motivated throughout the treatment.
Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Eugene, OR and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Centro Latino Americano. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.
Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. This may involve Centro Latino Americano managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.
A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. It is intended for those who are vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Centro Latino Americano aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Eugene, OR. For those whose addictions and habits originate from severe mental health problems, it is beneficial.
Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders. If not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders. CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern. It can be administered as a monotherapy as well as a part of combination therapy.
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. Steps 8 and 9 deal with the social and emotional repercussions of addiction, encouraging patients to make amends to people they have wronged. These are followed by two steps revolving around the further exploration and reinforcement of Steps 1 to 9.
The last step requires an individual to extend a helping hand to people who are still in the early stages of their recovery.
Payment Options
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Location & Contact
944 West 5th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
Phone Number
(541) 687-2667
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Eugene, Oregon Addiction and Treatment
Oregon’s drug abuse rates are higher when compared to other states in the country, and currently ranks 5th in the nation for drug-related health issues. Marijuana and prescription opioids are among the top drugs most often abused by teenagers in Oregon. Alcohol abuse in the state is also higher than average; over 6.25% of residents abuse alcohol every year.
Eugene, a city in western Oregon, offers a variety of outdoor activities and a thriving arts and culture scene. With its bohemian district, filled with bookstores, cafes, and art galleries, Eugene provides an ideal environment for those in drug rehab treatment to explore healthy interests and hobbies. However, Lane County, where Eugene is located, reported a significant rise in fentanyl-related deaths from 2020 to 2024, with 230 cases in 2020, and a 30% increase in cocaine-related deaths during the same period.
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