How long is the program at Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC)?

The typical program length is 30 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 1 levels of care: Outpatient.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC)

4505 Saint John Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64123

Est. 1969 1 care level

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

Key Facts About Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC)

Location: Kansas City, MO
Levels of Care: Outpatient
Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Life Skills and more
Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC)

HealthRIGHT 360 operates over 50 programs in 11 California counties, providing comprehensive treatment services for a diverse range of individuals and families struggling with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders.
HealthRIGHT 360's Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) provides treatment for clients with both substance use and mental health disorders. While they offer their treatment to clients of all backgrounds, they tailor their services toward clients from African American communities in the San Francisco Bay Area.
This center works with residential HealthRIGHT 360 locations in the Bay Area and services for housing and professional re-entry, aiming to provide comprehensive care.

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 Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) 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

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children

Outpatient Residential/24-hour residential Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment Long-term residential

Buprenorphine used in Treatment

Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere

In-network prescribing entity Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere

Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Matrix Model Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation

Private non-profit organization

State Substance use treatment agency State mental health department Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Cash or self-payment SAMHSA funding/block grants

Payment assistance (check with facility for details)

Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma

Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge

Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training

Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.)

Smoking permitted in designated area

Young Adults Adults

Female Male

Vaping permitted in designated area

Case management service Child care for clients' children Domestic violence services, including family or partner Social skills development Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC)

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.

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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.

Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

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. Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) 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

4505 Saint John Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64123

(415) 685-4780

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Quick Facts

Program	30 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Outpatient

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Family Therapy Life Skills Relapse Prevention Counseling Trauma-Specific Therapy Motivational Interviewing Medication-Assisted Treatment Psychoeducation

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

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

Insurance Accepted

Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Walden House African American Healing Center (AAHC) offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family 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 MO 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.