Betty Ford Center San Diego

880 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911

✓ Joint Commission Est. 2016 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Betty Ford Center San Diego

  • Location: Chula Vista, CA — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Betty Ford Center San Diego

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation has been providing high-quality addiction care services since 1982. Their outpatient drug and alcohol rehab in San Diego, California offers expert clinical care in an outpatient setting. Betty Ford San Diego provides individualized treatment plans based on clients’ specific needs. A team of caring experts continually address clients’ progress throughout the program, adjusting their care plan accordingly. Their intensive outpatient program is an ideal option as a follow-up to residential treatment or a Day Treatment.
Betty Ford San Diego offers counselor-facilitated groups each week, providing an opportunity for clients to learn about relapse prevention strategies, identify self-defeating behaviors, process recovery concerns, and address personal challenges related to recovery or mental health. Treatment can also include recovery management, family counseling, life skills, group therapy, and a variety of process groups. Betty Ford San Diego offers virtual outpatient mental health care and virtual low-intensity outpatient services.
The Betty Ford Foundation is recognized as a Center of Excellence by multiple insurance providers for their leadership, best practices, research, support, and training in the addiction field, including residential and outpatient treatment. They’re Joint Commission accredited, LegitScript certified, and a member of the NAATP.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Betty Ford Center San Diego provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women LGBTQ+

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature
Luxury

Services Offered

What to Expect at Betty Ford Center San Diego

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Betty Ford Center San Diego offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 8 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Betty Ford Center San Diego works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

880 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA, 91911

Quick Facts

Program30 days
Capacity16-30 beds
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Minnesota Model

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Benzodiazepines Cocaine Heroin Methamphetamine Marijuana

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Betty Ford Center San Diego accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Betty Ford Center San Diego offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in CA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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