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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ

STRC/San Ysidro High School

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1400 North Johnson Avenue, Suite 101,El Cajon, California 92020
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1400 North Johnson Avenue, Suite 101
El Cajon, California 92020

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McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ

1400 North Johnson Avenue, Suite 101, El Cajon, CA 92020

About This Facility

McAlister Institute for Treatment and Education in El Cajon provides comprehensive substance use disorder treatment with specialized care for co-occurring mental health conditions in both adults and adolescents. The facility delivers evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused counseling through flexible outpatient and intensive outpatient formats. Their integrated approach addresses the complex interplay between addiction and mental health, supported by state accreditation and telehealth accessibility.

Key Highlights

  • Dual-diagnosis expertise treating substance use alongside serious mental illness and emotional disturbance
  • Adolescent-specific programs with age-appropriate therapeutic approaches and family engagement
  • Multiple evidence-based modalities including CBT, Matrix Model, and trauma-informed care
  • Flexible care settings with telemedicine options for accessibility and continuity of treatment

Who This Facility Serves

This facility best serves adults and adolescents struggling with substance use disorder, particularly those managing concurrent mental health challenges or emotional difficulties. It's ideal for individuals seeking structured outpatient care with proven therapeutic approaches and modern telehealth options.

Insurance Accepted
Medicaid

This facility accepts various insurance plans. Contact them directly to verify coverage for your specific plan.

Services & Amenities
Type of CareSubstance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Service SettingsIntensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment
Treatment Approaches
Evidence-based treatment methods used at this facility
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Contingency management/motivational incentives
Matrix Model
Motivational interviewing
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Trauma-related counseling
Treatments
Click on any treatment type to learn more about our specialized programs
Programs & Groups
Special Programs/Groups Offered
Adolescents
Payment & Insurance

Accepted Payment Methods

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programsMedicaid
Licenses & Certifications
State Substance use treatment agency
State department of health
SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Who We Serve

Age Groups

Children/Adolescents

Gender

Female, Male

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on available information, this facility accepts Medicaid. However, insurance coverage can vary by plan and individual circumstances. Please contact the facility directly to verify if your specific insurance plan is accepted and what services are covered.

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