Areta Crowell Center

1963 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101
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Areta Crowell Center CA 92101

About Areta Crowell Center

Areta Crowell Center, located in San Diego, California, provides behavioral health care and alcohol and drug rehab services to individuals of all ages through their residential treatment program and their outpatient programs. They also provide support to individuals living with intellectual disabilities.

At Areta Crowell Center tjhe residential program is for individuals age 18 and older who are diagnosed with serious mental illness or substance use disorder. Individuals will engage in mental health counseling, Independent living skill classes, addiction treatment services, psychiatric evaluations, and community-based services. The average length of stay in this program is 12 months.

The outpatient program has two separate components based on a person’s age. The youth program is for individuals under the age of 18 who are living with a serious mental illness or who are classified as being emotionally disturbed. Mental health treatment can be provided in a community setting, at home, or through the school. The adult program is for individuals age 18 and older who are diagnosed with dual diagnosis or serious mental illness. Clients have access to psychiatric evaluations, medication management, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, case management services, employment and education assistance, and more.

Areta Crowell Center, located in San Diego, California, accepts most insurance plans, including Amerigroup, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Magellan, Cigna, and more. Out of network benefits may vary, so it’s important to verify coverage with the provider prior to starting treatment.

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Accepted Insurance

Areta Crowell Center works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

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Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

heart-hands iconIntervention Services
When an individual is in denial about their substance use disorder, their loved ones may organize a drug intervention in California. This effort involves gently but assertively confronting the individual about their substance use and sharing how it has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist may also attend this gathering. Their expertise with intervention services can prove helpful in guiding the conversation to a positive result.
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Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
inpatient iconInpatient
Inpatient rehab provides intensive treatment for clients exiting detox, those in early recovery, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Unlike outpatient drug rehab, clients receiving inpatient care reside at the facility for the duration of the program. The length of stay may range from two weeks to 18 months or more, depending on the client's needs and the program's design. Inpatient treatment typically involves extensive addiction education and recovery-focused life skills training.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
During the first phase of recovery – detox – it is crucial to have 24-hour clinical care in California. This care provides constant monitoring in order to ensure your safely and comfort as you progress through the withdrawal process for drug or alcohol addiction. Licensed professionals prescribe medications to treat withdrawal symptoms and provide frequent monitoring to ensure your safely as addictive toxins leave your system.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

For clients who are struggling with ambivalence toward change, motivational interviewing in California can help strengthen their commitment to change. Using a conversational method, the therapist helps you explore your motivations and empowers you to make the changes you desire.

Trauma therapy is a structured approach used by therapists to help you heal from a past traumatic event. Your therapist works with you to identify the traumatic memory and process the information so you experience emotional healing and a sense of safety and stability.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

While in rehab treatment, you may work on developing various life skills to help you in long term recovery. These may include resilience, interpersonal skills, and self awareness. The focus will be on developing healthy habits for self care and relationships so you have the skills you need to manage day to day life.

Recreational therapy is included in alcohol and drug addiction treatment to focus on engaging you in healthy activities that reduce your cravings and improve your overall health and well being. When you participate in group sports, art, or nature walks, you develop new interests and find a meaningful way to spend your time and reduce your cravings.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

William (Hobie) Hawthorne, PhD

Founder

Dr. James “Diego” Rogers, PsyD

Chief Executive Officer

Linda Hammond, PhD, LMFT

President

Karen Wheeler, MSA, CPA

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Jack Farmer, PhD

Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer

Paula Gonçalves, PsyD

Executive Vice President

Mary Wheeler, LMFT

Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations

Jessica White, Esq., SPHR

General Counsel & Senior Vice President

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (619) 233-3432
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1963 Fourth Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

Fact checked and written by:
Terri Beth Miller, PhD
Edited by:
Miakayla Leaverson, BS

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4.1 (25 reviews)
Christopher Myers
1 week ago
5

leah hewston
5 months ago
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This is this worst clinic I have ever spent time at. The front staff is terrible and the case manager is a joke. Once Lauren Rath left , this place literally became a prison trying to 5151 you. Be careful. It s not a safe place

L Waffleman
6 months ago
5

They helped me when I was in between places and needed my mental health medications .

#LadyCCdiaryMUSIC Agent
6 months ago
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Made me drive when too sick after not driving for so many yearsMade me pay meterI had to triple and bus to spot if I had no money for better as I m sick and had no moneySSI patient of DR Kutner looking for medical records for many years and not able to have an apology for medicine mistake causing near death as gas leak just found in my home and medicine was unavailable on time forcing me into wolf withdraw off pains and many years now still trying to get help with a nurse at home for continued heart pains and nerve issues from????? Help as I need records or can t sue anyone so I ll be homeless shahMother of threeMy goal was to get my abusers to jail with doctor help and record so send all now pleaseI ll call if you don tLadyCCdiaryCecille Cruz author of Lady Cc diary 25 year long journal needs doctor and suspects arrested that gave bribe or medication to doctor found next to where my payee Carolyn was sitting 3 months previously and many others sat thereDoctor had someone else named in the medicinePharmacy did not have any orders for medication for meI have had no luck communicating with evil businessLoved that area Crowell had many doctors volunteering and wait for the next one if you don t like yoursSince you are not responsible I will sue you insteadSorry

Jose Alfredo Lopez Vazquez
6 months ago
5

Alyssa
1 year ago
5

This place is absolutely amazing. The staff truly cares about you as an individual. Due to the support I've received here my well being has improved beyond measure. I'm so grateful to Katie, Sucdi, Anna P, Eva and Josh for working as a team to ensure my success. When I arrived here I felt so hopeless and was barely functioning on a daily basis, I'm now just about thriving! I also wanted to thank the young man at the front desk for always being so welcoming and remembering my name. There just isn't enough space to possibly put into words all the ways Areta Crowell Center has changed my life through quality mental healthcare.

Faith Floyd
1 year ago
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Gregory Gomolka
2 years ago
5

Been getting mental health services from Dr. Sullivan for a couple of years now. Very intelligent guy. Reasonable, accommodating, sympathetic. Solid dude.

Jonathan Waters
2 years ago
5

Best clinic I've gotten mental health services in a long time I enjoy all the groups and the facilitators who run the groups are awesome. The whole Areta Crowell staff the clinicians and medication prescriber and nurses all care about the well-being and safety of all their clients. I can obtest to that first hand. Areta Crowell has helped me so much the past year almost I've been with them. Not saying I'm cured from my mental health I still show symptoms from time to time. It's the coping skills and tools I've learned from them that has helped me finding better ways to manage my symptoms or when I'm overwhelmed and distressed to the point where I wanna self harm. I like to hope I'll continue to receive services here for foreseeable future.

Gary Bland
3 years ago
3

This is the message.those,s staff knows a mentality of the insane to be done and then,like look at a good position to be in of because they are good at their job.

Jonathan Waters
3 years ago
5

I enjoy my sessions with my therapist she by far is amazing at her job. I have two different groups I go to throughout the week I enjoy. And the staff is so friendly as well they take mental health very serious which is important for my well-being.

Rita Delarosa
4 years ago
5

I am very happy with my short involvement I have with my team from this center. They seem truly concerned with my mental health and well being .Araiana is appreciated my me as well as the whole center. Thank You, Rita DeLaRosa- Medina

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