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San Diego County - Mental Health Services

San Diego County - Mental Health Services

Drug Rehab Center in San Diego, California

  • Mental Health
  • Dual Diagnosis

San Diego County Mental Health Services offers individualized dual-diagnosis addiction treatment with a combination of evidence-based practices and support group sessions to help individuals gain the skills needed to embrace a healthier lifestyle.

About This California Facility

San Diego County - Mental Health Services is a Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health Treatment Facility located in San Diego, California. This facility specializes in treating individuals who are suffering from a dual diagnosis, which means they have both a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder. San Diego County - Mental Health Services offers outpatient levels of care, providing flexibility for individuals who may need treatment while still maintaining their everyday responsibilities. With a commitment to helping people achieve sobriety and mental wellness, this facility is dedicated to providing comprehensive treatment options tailored to each individual's unique needs and circumstances.

San Diego County - Mental Health Services offers a range of services and treatment methods for those struggling with addiction and substance abuse. They provide dual-diagnosis treatment, which means they address both the mental health and substance abuse issues concurrently. This integrated approach helps individuals understand the underlying factors contributing to their addiction and mental health disorders. The facility offers outpatient levels of care, allowing individuals to receive treatment while still living at home and participating in their daily lives. Treatment methods may include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and education on coping skills and relapse prevention. The goal is to support individuals on their journey to recovery and empower them with the tools necessary for long-term sobriety and mental well-being.

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

    An underlying cause often brings about addiction. Mental disorders can lie at the center, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder. As well as the cause of the addiction, a dual diagnosis by San Diego County - Mental Health Services helps to treat the addiction. This ensures that after treatment is complete, the patient will not fall back on old practices.

    Levels of Care Offered at San Diego County - Mental Health Services

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

    Outpatient treatment is treatment that occurs when a patient is not checked into a rehab facility. The patient may show up for therapy sessions, go through detox and engage in other therapies to help them recover. However, they will do so while they live at home in California.

    Outpatient therapy provided by San Diego County - Mental Health Services is usually recommended as a follow up to inpatient therapy. It helps patients adapt to their normal lives after treatment. In some cases, it can also be an alternative to inpatient treatment. People may choose this route if they are unable to leave their jobs, children or if they don’t have the money for inpatient treatment. However, inpatient treatment is the best way to recover from addiction.

    Therapies & Programs

    Individual professional counseling or individual therapy refers to the one-on-one interaction between a patient and his or her counselor. Individual therapy allows for more privacy, one that group interactions can’t provide. Therefore, it becomes easier for a person to unload and become more open to his or her counselor.

    Another benefit of individual therapy at San Diego County - Mental Health Services in San Diego, CA is that all sessions aim to speed up a single person’s progress. It makes it easier for the counselor and the patient to deal with the central issues, which are likely the culprits of substance addiction.

    Once the roots of the problems are addressed, it becomes less challenging for a recovering patient to maintain sobriety and brush off temptations.

    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 San Diego County - Mental Health Services 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.

    Trauma therapy zeroes in on traumatic incidents that a San Diego County - Mental Health Services patient in San Diego, California has encountered in the past, recent or not. It’s been widely known that trauma can make an individual resort to alcohol or other substances to mask their troubles. The goal of trauma therapy is to help the patient see beyond the trauma and move forward.

    Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a method of individual and/or group counseling that focuses on acceptance and change. DBT can be very effective in developing coping strategies for negative emotions.

    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 San Diego County - Mental Health Services addresses some behaviors which may be bringing unintended consequences in a persons life.

    Nutrition therapy involves providing healthy diet and improving the eating habits of the patient. Expert dieticians provide individualized meal plan, that addresses the specific nutritional deficiencies. Nutrition therapy also teaches the associated life skills such as cooking healthy food and grocery shopping. It helps to overcome the food cravings that are seen in certain addictions.

    NRT, also known as nicotine replacement therapy, allows someone to get the effects of nicotine without chewing or smoking. It is often done with a patch, allowing those who want to quit relying on nicotine to better manage their cravings. As the cravings get easier to manage, the doses of nicotine get reduced until nicotine is no longer needed.

    Patient Experience

    Experiential Therapy at San Diego County - Mental Health Services

    Experiential therapy can involve acting, props, arts and crafts, animal care or other tools. It can help revisit and heal from past traumas. Trust between the therapist at San Diego County - Mental Health Services and individual is important for success and grown over the stay.

    Payment Options Accepted

    For specific insurance or payment methods please contact us.
  • Health Insurance
  • 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.
    San Diego County - Mental Health Services Location and Directions
    Address Information1250 Morena Blvd
    San Diego, California 92110 Phone Number(619) 692-8750 Meta DetailsUpdated November 25, 2023
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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.

    Treatment in Nearby Cities
    Centers near San Diego County - Mental Health Services
    3380 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA, 92110
    Veterans Village of San Diego
    4141 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92110
    140 Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
    Fashion Valley Comprehensive Treatment Center
    7545 Metropolitan Dr, San Diego, CA 92108
    San Diego Center for Children - Armstrong Street
    3002 Armstrong St, San Diego, CA 92111
    La Jolla Recovery
    1804 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
    3594 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92103
    Soledad House
    810 Emerald St, San Diego, CA 92109


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