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McAlister Institute - La Mesa

McAlister Institute - La Mesa

Drug Rehab Center in La Mesa, California

  • Substance Abuse
  • Opioid Addiction
  • Drug Addiction
  • Alcoholism

McAlister Institute - La Mesa offers a range of services for people suffering from addiction, including alcohol, drugs, and opioid abuse, with level of care from intensive outpatient up to full-time residential drug rehabilitation programs. Private health insurance is accepted.

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About McAlister Institute - La Mesa in California

McAlister Institute - La Mesa is a drug treatment center located in La Mesa, California. This facility specializes in providing treatment and support for individuals struggling with alcoholism, opioid addiction, substance abuse, drug addiction, dual diagnosis, and mental health issues. McAlister Institute - La Mesa offers a range of levels of care, including drug rehab, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and aftercare support. One notable aspect of this facility is that it accepts private health insurance, ensuring that individuals have access to the services they need without financial barriers. Affiliated with the McAlister Institute, this center is dedicated to helping individuals on their journey to sobriety and improved mental health.

McAlister Institute - La Mesa provides a variety of services and treatment methods to address addiction and substance abuse. Their programs focus on alcoholism, opioid addiction, substance abuse, drug addiction, dual diagnosis, and mental health concerns. They offer drug rehab, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and aftercare support, providing individuals with the appropriate level of care based on their specific needs. Treatment methods may include individual counseling, group therapy, family therapy, and psychoeducation, among others. The facility is affiliated with the McAlister Institute, a well-known organization in the field of addiction treatment, ensuring a commitment to quality care and a multidisciplinary approach to recovery.

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

    • Conditions and Issues Treated

    Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment at McAlister Institute - La Mesa

    Substance abuse is the excessive use of any drug. This includes alcohol, medications, and illegal drugs. Substance abuse is treated with a combination of physical and mental treatments. Patients detox and follow up with therapies that target the underlying cause of the addiction. Substance abuse is a severe problem that can be successfully treated with a variety of therapies. McAlister Institute - La Mesa treatment uses a combination of therapies along with other resources to overcome substance abuse.

    Opioid + Opiate Addiction Treatment in La Mesa, CA

    Opioid addiction treatment should be done in a medically supervised drug rehab. While taking opioids, users will typically use other substances to enhance the effects of opioids or to reduce the adverse effects of opioid use. Opioid addiction treatment will include detoxification and drug rehab counseling to help both the user and their loved ones learn how to live a successful sober lifestyle.

    Treatments such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone are three medications that can help treat opioid addiction. These drugs work on the brain’s pleasure center and reduce cravings and the effects of illicit opioids such as heroin. These drugs can be either given orally or by injection. Individual drug rehab counseling sessions can be helpful to discuss any questions or concerns with the drug treatment program. This counseling will also help the user set goals for when they finish drug rehab.

    Opioid addiction recovery is a long process. Many of the changes to the brain caused by opioid use cannot be undone, but with time and the proper treatment, a person can return to normal function. After detox, treatment will include drug rehab counseling and entering a halfway house or sober living community. Aftercare is critical to long-term recovery, as it helps the user avoid relapsing and entering back into drug rehab.

    Levels of Care Offered

    This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Drug Rehab, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.

    Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

    Intensive outpatient treatment is a type of comprehensive addiction care. Unlike conventional residential treatment programs, the patients live at home during the recovery process. This means that one can continue working and caring for their families. These also allow people to keep pursuing their studies while also working on their sobriety.

    Outpatient treatment can help one transition to normal life from the round-the-clock supervision and treatment available during inpatient treatment. It is an excellent tool to ensure long-term recovery. However, it is essential to note that intensive outpatient treatment in itself does not remove patients from the real-world setting. This means there’s always a higher risk of coming across environmental triggers. To further prevent relapse, an outpatient treatment center should be able to provide ongoing support services.

    Once the patient is enrolled in an intensive outpatient treatment program, they will be expected to attend therapy and group meetings daily for a stipulated period. The frequency and duration of each session will depend on the patient’s needs and level of addiction. This can help curb the habit and deal with underlying issues that led to it. Most of these professional treatments are designed to allow patients to structure their daily schedules in a way that is conducive to recovery.

    Outpatient Program

    “Outpatient treatment is ideal for those who have a lower intensity addiction. It’s also suitable for those with a supportive environment and those on a tight budget.

    Outpatient treatment can be considered the lowest intensity level of addiction treatment. It is ideal for early phase addiction or lower intensity addictions. It may involve weekly sessions instead of daily. Peer group support, 12-step programs, and individual counseling may still be used and anti-addiction medication.

    Therapies & Programs

    Group Therapy

    Group therapy is held in a safe, controlled setting where patients can feel comfortable sharing their struggles and gaining perspective through shared conversations. It takes place in a group rather than one on one to prevent feelings of isolation or being unique in their situation while creating an environment for addicts at McAlister Institute - La Mesa to develop fellowship, accountability, and support. Group therapy is an important tool in recovery that prevents cravings that prompt a return to active addiction.

    Payment Options Accepted

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  • Medicaid
  • Military Insurance
  • IHS/Tribunal/Urban
  • State-Financed
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    McAlister Institute - La Mesa Location and Directions
    Address Information7800 University Avenue
    La Mesa, California 91941 Phone Number(619) 465-4349 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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    McAlister Institute - La Mesa Location and Directions
    Location

    7800 University Avenue
    La Mesa, CA 91941
    (619) 465-4349

    McAlister Institute

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    Helpful reference information for McAlister Institute - La Mesa, a drug treatment center in California located at: 7800 University Avenue, La Mesa, CA, 91941, including phone numbers, official website, and more. Listed briefly is an overview of Levels of Care, Therapies Offered, Issues Treated, and accepted forms of Payment Methods.
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    La Mesa, 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.

    The drug addiction problem in La Mesa, California, is significant. In addition, drug addiction and abuse can have a devastating impact on the families and friends of those affected. Opioids were involved in over 70% of all drug overdoses in 2017. There are many types of drug rehabs available in La Mesa, California. Some of the most common types of drug rehabs include inpatient rehabs, outpatient rehabs, and luxury rehabs.

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