Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient)

375 Cambridge Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient)

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

About Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient)

Caminar’s San Mateo outpatient center offers support for adults seeking recovery from substance use. Their programs include both standard outpatient and intensive day treatment options, designed to meet varying levels of need. Services are available to Medi-Cal eligible residents of San Mateo County
The center utilizes evidence-based and interactive strategies, such as individual and group counseling, to address topics like the biochemistry of addiction, family dynamics, and the recovery process. Clients also have access to crisis intervention support, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to individual needs.
Caminar provides additional support through case management, housing assistance, and sober living homes for men transitioning from treatment. They also offer vocational training and supported education to help clients rebuild their lives. Services are available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Farsi, and Urdu, ensuring accessibility for the diverse San Mateo community.

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 Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient) provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Older Adults LGBTQ+

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Buprenorphine with naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Nicotine replacement
Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health
Medicare Medicaid
Young adults Adult women Adult men Seniors or older adults Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Comprehensive substance use assessment Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Housing services
Substance use disorder education Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Mental health services Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient)

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 5 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.

Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient) offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 4 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. Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient) works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Strengths-Based

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Caminar - San Mateo (Outpatient) 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 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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