MHS – Center Star ACT

4283 El Cajon Boulevard
Suite 115
San Diego, CA 92105

MHS - Center Star ACT CA 92105

About MHS – Center Star ACT

MHS Center Star ACT is located in San Diego, California. They provide alcohol and drug rehab services and mental health treatment to individuals between the ages of 25 and 29 who have been involved in the criminal justice system and who are diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness. Their services are provided through a residential and outpatient level of care.

The residential program provides 24/7 supervision for individuals who are unable to live on their own and maintain safety and well-being. Individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, case management services, and educational programming are provided. The goal of this program is to help individuals stabilize so that they can move down into an outpatient level of care successfully.

The outpatient program assists individuals in receiving the level of support they need to safely and effectively integrate back into their community. Medication management services, peer support services, vocational rehab services, community-based services, and supportive housing services are provided. Individual therapy, group therapy, referrals to self-help groups, and skills-building classes are provided.

Transitional living homes are for individuals who need a safe environment while they are in a state of transition. This also includes supporting Veterans who may otherwise become homeless. Families that consist of single mothers and their children are also made a priority.

MHS Center Star ACT accepts most insurance plans, including Amerigroup, Anthem, Beacon, Cigna, and more. Out-of-network benefits may vary, so it’s important to verify coverage with the provider before starting treatment.

Latest Reviews

Shan Mcdonald
1 month ago on Google
5
From jail to independent living to my own studio. I learned to listen, not to decide what I believed was best, and to do what was asked. THANK YOU FOR THE LESSON IN HUMILITY.
tavares turnage
1 month ago on Google
5
If It Wasn't For The Staff At Center Star I Most Definitely Wouldn't Be In The Position I Am Today Which Is A Safe Roof Over My Head, Feeling Like I Belong Again, Wanting More Out of Life, A Good Support System, and A Healthy Environment. I Came From Independent Living, To Homeless Sleeping InTunnels,To My Own Apartment. From A Drug Addict To A Addict In Recoveery. They Made Me Feel Like They Believed In Me, They Accepted Me With Open Arms and Never Judge Me. They Listened, Understood My Struggle, and Gave Me Great Feed Back That I Took Heed To and Made Life Changing Decisions. For Me They Dealt With Me As A Elder Family Member That Has Your Back and Best Interest and Was Very Patient With Me. All The Staff Members Play Their Positions and If You Trust Them and Allow Them To Guide You Failure Is Not A Option Bc You Will Be Part Of A Team With Championship DNA. WHAT YOU PUT IN YOU WILL GET OUT. YOU ARE NOT THERE TO CALL THE SHOTS, BUT TO LEARN HOW TO ALLOW THEM TO GUIDE YOU INTO BECOMING SELF SUFFICIENT AND ABLE TO STRIVE IN SOCIETY.TO THE WHOLE CENTER STAR STAFF (TURN)YOU ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCEKEEP UP THE GOOD WORK,YOU ARE APPRECIATED John Turnage
Stacey Cogswell
11 months ago on Google
1
HOUSING SUPERVISOR SHE BASICALLY TALK (TWO OF MY FRIENDS IN DEC 2022 ) MENTELLY ABUSING THEM SO HARD THAT THEY COULDN'T TAKE LIVING ANYMORE,,, SHE'S A MURDERER ON MY EYES,,,... I HATE HER SO MUCH,,, CUZ OF HER EVEN THOUGH I'M A CLIENT BUT CUZ OF HER I CAN'T EVEN CALL MHS R GO INTO MHS ON AERO DR ...I CAN'T EVEN THINK OF ANYTHING BUT HER KILLINGS THEM..I HONESTLY HATE HER SO MUCH SO I'M FINALLY GOING TO SPEAK... AND LET EVERYONE KNOW SHE'S A MURDAR...

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Accepted Insurance

MHS – Center Star ACT works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

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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.

Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.

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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

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.

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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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.

Clinical Services

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

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.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Amenities

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Contact Information

Phone icon (619) 521-1743
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4283 El Cajon Boulevard
Suite 115
San Diego, CA 92105

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Edited by:
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Shan Mcdonald
1 month ago
5

From jail to independent living to my own studio. I learned to listen, not to decide what I believed was best, and to do what was asked. THANK YOU FOR THE LESSON IN HUMILITY.

tavares turnage
1 month ago
5

If It Wasn't For The Staff At Center Star I Most Definitely Wouldn't Be In The Position I Am Today Which Is A Safe Roof Over My Head, Feeling Like I Belong Again, Wanting More Out of Life, A Good Support System, and A Healthy Environment. I Came From Independent Living, To Homeless Sleeping InTunnels,To My Own Apartment. From A Drug Addict To A Addict In Recoveery. They Made Me Feel Like They Believed In Me, They Accepted Me With Open Arms and Never Judge Me. They Listened, Understood My Struggle, and Gave Me Great Feed Back That I Took Heed To and Made Life Changing Decisions. For Me They Dealt With Me As A Elder Family Member That Has Your Back and Best Interest and Was Very Patient With Me. All The Staff Members Play Their Positions and If You Trust Them and Allow Them To Guide You Failure Is Not A Option Bc You Will Be Part Of A Team With Championship DNA. WHAT YOU PUT IN YOU WILL GET OUT. YOU ARE NOT THERE TO CALL THE SHOTS, BUT TO LEARN HOW TO ALLOW THEM TO GUIDE YOU INTO BECOMING SELF SUFFICIENT AND ABLE TO STRIVE IN SOCIETY.TO THE WHOLE CENTER STAR STAFF (TURN)YOU ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCEKEEP UP THE GOOD WORK,YOU ARE APPRECIATED John Turnage

Stacey Cogswell
11 months ago
1

HOUSING SUPERVISOR SHE BASICALLY TALK (TWO OF MY FRIENDS IN DEC 2022 ) MENTELLY ABUSING THEM SO HARD THAT THEY COULDN'T TAKE LIVING ANYMORE,,, SHE'S A MURDERER ON MY EYES,,,... I HATE HER SO MUCH,,, CUZ OF HER EVEN THOUGH I'M A CLIENT BUT CUZ OF HER I CAN'T EVEN CALL MHS R GO INTO MHS ON AERO DR ...I CAN'T EVEN THINK OF ANYTHING BUT HER KILLINGS THEM..I HONESTLY HATE HER SO MUCH SO I'M FINALLY GOING TO SPEAK... AND LET EVERYONE KNOW SHE'S A MURDAR...

Janet Cosmano
1 year ago
1

Called trying to get help for a family member, and no one ever bothered to contact me.

Daniel Haga
1 year ago
5

Excellent stafg.wonderful people kind and caring.

Adrian Rivera
1 year ago
5

My own experience is personally great thanks everyone

Elizabeth
1 year ago
5

Without this program, I wouldn't have made it after jail and rehab. They help me in so many ways.

DArryl Moore
2 years ago
5

Tanya Cadiz
2 years ago
5

janelle flores
2 years ago
2

They don't take good enough care of the mentally impaired. They don't communicate well, and the services are limited. Too many people"Not" in charge These are human beings, not statistics on a chart Too bad, a majority of these people are reliant on this group.

Daniel Haga
2 years ago
5

Tiffany Karr
3 years ago
5

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