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McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox

McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox

Drug Rehab Center in El Cajon, California

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

McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox is an Addiction Treatment Facility founded in 1977 that offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient treatment options for individuals affected by substance abuse, mental health disorders, and dual diagnosis, including aftercare support, drug rehab, detoxification programs, residential programs, and more - all conveniently located in El Cajon, CA and accepted by most private health insurances.

About This El Cajon, CA Facility

McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox is an addiction treatment facility located in El Cajon, California. Founded in 1977, this center is dedicated to helping individuals struggling with opioid addiction, substance abuse, drug addiction, alcoholism, and mental health issues. They offer a range of treatment levels including detoxification, residential programs, outpatient services, and aftercare support. McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox accepts private health insurance and is affiliated with the wider McAlister Institute organization.

At McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox, various services are provided to aid in the recovery of individuals battling addiction and substance abuse. Their treatment approach involves a combination of drug rehab, dual-diagnosis therapy (for co-occurring mental health disorders), detoxification, and residential support. By integrating different levels of care and personalized treatment plans, McAlister Institute aims to cater to each individual's unique needs and challenges throughout their recovery journey. Through offering a comprehensive range of services and support options at their facility in El Cajon, they strive to help each patient achieve long-term sobriety.

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

    • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment

    Substance abuse refers to the intensive and inappropriate use of psychoactive substances. These include illegal drugs, alcohol, and even the excessive use of prescription drugs. Overuse of these substances leads to severe physical or psychological dependence.

    Substance abuse is treatable and the duration of treatment and most successful sobriety can require weeks or months of professional care at McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox in El Cajon.

    Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment

    Opioid addiction treatment facilities like McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox support people struggling with opioid dependency, which covers illegal and prescription opioids. People often abuse prescription opioids to get high instead of adhering to a medical provider’s directions. Addiction forces people to crave for opioids impulsively without factoring in the dangers these drugs bring to them.

    Most opioid addiction treatment plans include detoxification and subsequent medications to ease the process. However, that’s only the beginning. Behavioral therapies and counseling are also necessary to resolve the root cause of addiction. This overall approach decreases the likelihood of falling off the wagon. In some instances, therapies can be done at home.

    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 McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox 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 Offered

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

    Drug Detox

    Detox is the stage of recovery where the drugs or alcohol are fully removed from your body. As you stop using, your body metabolizes the last dose or drink and starts sending triggers to your brain to get more. These cues lead to cravings. If additional substances are not obtained you begin to go through withdrawal. Your body begins to reset chemical pathways and other metabolic processes begin which can be extremely uncomfortable.

    There are two different ways to detox, with medications and without. Depending on your level of addiction and what you are using, you may need medical supervision. For many drugs and alcohol, the acute phase of detox can be completed in a number of days. Cravings and certain longer-term withdrawal symptoms may remain for longer as your body completely rids itself of the drug and relearns how to function without it.

    Outpatient Program

    Outpatient treatment plans cover diagnosis, detoxification, management, and counseling. They are a popular option for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities. Services in California include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and individual and group therapy.

    Residential

    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.

    Aftercare Support

    Aftercare support plays an important role when sustaining a patient’s full recovery at McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox. 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 El Cajon, CA such as Alcoholics Anonymous.

    McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox‘s Therapies & Programs

    Individual Therapy

    During individual therapy at McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox in El Cajon, California, the person in recovery meets with a therapist one-on-one to go over the situation and learn from their mistakes. The counselor or therapist will use this time to address causes of an addiction, triggers, any type of mental issue or dual diagnosis, and aftercare plans. They will help fill in any gaps in future plans to give the person the best chances of attaining and maintaining long-term sobriety.

    Family Counseling + Treatment

    Patients who receive generous support from their loved ones have better chances of completing their recovery. Genetics play a role when it comes to addiction, so it’s better to approach the problem as a unit. Family members can help an individual avoid addiction triggers and guide him or her in making lifestyle changes.

    Group Therapy

    Group therapy is a type of counseling at McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox in El Cajon, CA that occurs between a bunch of strangers. The goal of group therapy sessions is to foster hope and a sense of belonging. It also helps to have people who can relate to what you’re going through. Good behaviors can also be contagious.

    Trauma Therapy

    As a means of managing pain that has plagued them in the past, many individuals turn to drugs and alcohol. Assault, negligence, the loss of a loved one, and other unfortunate events may involve trauma. This treatment, offered and administrated by McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox in El Cajon, CA provides individuals the resources to cope with past traumas healthily.

    Life Skills

    Life skills training helps the recovering person gain the skills and confidence necessary to function well in the world. Life skills training focuses on practical activities like cooking, job seeking, social interactions, and money management. This kind of training at McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox helps fill in the gaps caused by addiction with useful, immediately usable skills.

    Payment Options Accepted

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    Address Information1400 North Johnson Avenue Suite 101
    El Cajon, California 92020 Phone Number(619) 442-0277 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    McAlister Institute - East County Adolescent Detox Location and Directions
    Location

    1400 North Johnson Avenue Suite 101 Ste 101
    El Cajon, CA 92020
    (619) 442-0277

    Ownership
    Non-Profit

    McAlister Institute

    Language
    English, Spanish
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    El Cajon, 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.

    There are about 9,000 people in El Cajon who struggle with drug addiction, which accounts for about 7% of the population. Prescription drugs such as Oxycodone and Hydrocodone have become popular because they are easier to get and less expensive. The type of treatment method that is right for one person may not be the best option for someone else, so an important part of recovery is choosing a plan that feels right and sticking with it.

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