
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
(MITE)/East County Regional Center
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
Full Address
1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113
El Cajon, California 92020
Phone Numbers
Main: 619-440-4801 x1202
Hours
24/7 - Always Available
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113, El Cajon, CA 92020
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 children. The facility offers evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed counseling through both in-person and telehealth options. Notable for serving diverse populations including military personnel, LGBTQ+ individuals, and trauma survivors, McAlister addresses complex presentations like pain-related substance use and intimate partner violence.
Key Highlights
- Specialized programs for active duty military, veterans, and military families with combat-related trauma
- Integrated treatment for substance use plus serious mental illness or co-occurring pain disorders
- Trauma-informed services including intimate partner violence and sexual abuse recovery counseling
- Flexible delivery via intensive outpatient, regular outpatient, and telehealth therapy options
Who This Facility Serves
McAlister serves adults and children struggling with substance use and mental health co-occurring disorders, particularly military-connected individuals, trauma survivors, LGBTQ+ clients, and pregnant women seeking compassionate, specialized care.

This facility accepts various insurance plans. Contact them directly to verify coverage for your specific plan.
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
1365 North Johnson Avenue, Suites 111-113, El Cajon, CA 92020
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
| Type of Care | Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children |
| Service Settings | Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient, Regular outpatient treatment |
| Medications Offered | Naltrexone used in Treatment |
Accepted Payment Methods
Age Groups
Adults, Young Adults
Gender
Female, Male
Based on available information, this facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, State-financed health insurance plan other than 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.
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
El Cajon, CA
McAlister Institute for Trt and Educ
El Cajon, CA

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