Way Back

2516 A Street, San Diego, CA 92102

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

Key Facts About Way Back

  • Location: San Diego, CA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Way Back

The Way Back offers supportive residential treatment for adult men recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. The 24-bed facility partners with San Diego County Behavioral Health Services and provides a structured, substance-free environment where men can work toward long-term stability through individualized care and peer support.
The Way Back provides a holistic and evidence-based approach to recovery, focusing on personal growth and stability. Clients take part in clinical and educational groups, mindfulness meditation, yoga, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention. They also receive individual therapy and treatment planning. With support from counselors and 12-Step, self-management and recovery training (SMART), and non-12 Step methods, clients learn to manage emotions, build healthy habits, and find new purpose. They guide each person through their journey, fostering a sense of community and accountability that helps residents maintain progress.
Residents at The Way Back live in a shared, home-like setting with access to communal spaces and supportive peer relationships. The facility offers shared rooms and bathrooms, nutritious meals, and comfortable indoor and outdoor areas for relaxation and group activities. Located in central San Diego, the center offers easy access and coordinates transportation for eligible clients, making recovery more attainable for those in need.

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 Way Back 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 Only

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential Residential detoxification Long-term residential
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
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency Council on Accreditation (COA)
Medicare Medicaid State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Young adults 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 and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults
Male
Spanish
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Way Back

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.

Way Back offers 2 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. Way Back 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 Holistic Gender-Specific Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Cocaine Heroin Methamphetamine Synthetic Drugs

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Way Back offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. 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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