Mental Health Center of San Diego
8119 Holland Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306
Key Facts About Mental Health Center of San Diego
- Location: Alexandria, VA — Joint Commission accredited
- Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient
- Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
- Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
- Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance
About Mental Health Center of San Diego
At the Mental Health Center of San Diego, treatment approaches vary based on specific mental health concerns and individual needs. Tracks based on diagnosis offer both individual therapy designed to treat individuals with that diagnosis and support from peers who face similar challenges in a group therapy setting. Clients can also participate in support groups for men, women, or individuals in the LGBTQ+ community. The Mental Health Center of San Diego accepts most major private insurance and is also willing to work with those who do not have insurance, with fees on a sliding scale.
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 Mental Health Center of 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
Services Offered
What to Expect at Mental Health Center of 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 Cognitive Behavioral 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.
Mental Health Center of San Diego offers 3 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.
The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral 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. Mental Health Center of 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.
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Quick Facts
| Program | 30 days |
| Focus | This center treats mental heal... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
| Accreditation | Joint Commission |
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